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We make sure kids and teens pile on the shin guards, pads and helmets when they play sports, but what about protecting their teeth and jaws? A mouthguard is an important piece of safety equipment, and it can go a long way in preventing dental injuries. While mouthguard use is on the rise, it’s overlooked in some sports. As a Park Slope orthodontist, I see a lot of dental trauma from baseball, basketball and soccer, none of which typically require mouthguards. In cases where it’s not mandatory, Fresh Orthodontics recommends parents take it upon themselves to make sure their child…

We’re very excited to see that Fresh Orthodontics is starting to make the local media rounds here in New York and Brooklyn, and starting to make a name for itself. NYMetroParents, an awesome local magazine and website for parents in the New York area that we’ve been reading for quite some time has featured Dr.Khanna and Fresh Orthodontics on its website. Head on over to the site to check out the full featured article and discover why Dr. Khanna is one of Brooklyn’s most innovative and family-friendly orthodontists. Will you look at that sleek, colorful and bright clinic! Thank you…

Yup. You read that right. There are plenty of free activities for kids in Brooklyn. As a Park Slope orthodontist, I know all about the expense of enjoying the city. Keeping little ones entertained can quickly put a strain on your budget. Fresh Orthodontics feels your pain, so we’ve done some digging to uncover 20 awesome free places to take your children in Brooklyn. 1. Story Time at Mini Max Toys & Cuts – 152 Atlantic Avenue, Brooklyn, NY – Wednesdays at 10 a.m. – French Story Time – Select Friday Mornings at 10 a.m. – Open to kids of…

We love the DIY movement as much as the next person. But there’s a huge difference between making your own coffee table and something like DIY braces. Videos of people straightening their teeth with elastic bands, known as gap bands, rubber bands, dental floss and other objects have been getting serious views on YouTube. Now websites are selling these gap bands promising consumers they’ll leave you with a straight smile for next to nothing. A recent New York Times article highlighted this do it yourself teeth straightening trend and yeah, of course, a super cheap alternative to braces is appealing….

I was frantically looking through my bags and boxes of supplies this morning before our first patient of our first day came in and randomly came across this photo of a couple of my coworkers/ residency buddies and one of my first employers and NYU professor, Dr Yon Lai. He’s probably one of the best orthodontists out there. When he hired me, he sat me down and told me that he would work me hard, feed me well, and that the things he would teach me would shape the way I practice forever. He was right. The food was delicious,…

I’m sure many of you have experienced the traditional dental x-ray situation. You chomp down on bitewings and awkwardly try to hold them still as they dig into the sides of your mouth. Then you sit there for what seems like forever waiting for the film to be developed. It’s a labor-intensive process and may bring up concerns about radiation exposure. Yeah, we’re not huge fans of it either, which is why Fresh Orthodontics offers low radiation digital orthodontic x-rays. What are Low Radiation Digital X-Rays in Orthodontics? Traditional dental x-ray machines rely on a film that is placed inside…

Orthodontic patients always ask, “Is there a way to reduce the time I have to wear braces?” Well, good news; faster braces are possible! AcceleDent Aura is a super cool orthodontic accessory that can decrease braces treatment time by 38% to 50%. We’re serious. When used 20 minutes per day, the lightweight, painless device promotes faster tooth movement and decreases the discomfort associated with the orthodontic treatment process. Here are the details about your new BFF, AcceleDent: What is AcceleDent? AcceleDent is a Class II FDA cleared device that uses soft pulse technology and cyclic forces to accelerate the movement of…