It's important that patients take especially good care of their teeth during orthodontic treatment. By brushing and flossing regularly, patients keep their teeth and gums in top condition and ensure that their orthodontic treatment will deliver the healthiest smile possible. Regular check up with your dentist and Hygienist is also recommended. So give your dentist a call to schedule your next check up and cleaning. when your treatment is over, you'll see that your extra efforts have been rewarded with a healthy, great-looking smile that's good for life.

Mouth guards are one of the least expensive pieces of protective gear available. They can help prevent or minimize tooth and jaw injuries. The American Association of Orthodontists recommends mouth guards be worn any time the teeth could come into contact with a ball, a hard object, another player or the pavement. The recommendation applies to organized sports as well as leisure activities like bicycling.

At Grin Orthodontics we would like to take the opportunity to remind our patients, both children and adults, about using safety strategies to protect themselves against injuries to the face, head and mouth. A simple helmet can reduce the risk of a head injury by 85 percent and brain injury by 88 percent.

We offer Dr. Shock Orthodontics mouth guards and custom made mouth guards for our patients. Both provide protection, but vary in cost, comfort and durability. Please contact our office if you have any questions or inform us if you need one.

Spring is in the air! As you probably know, you can always connect with us on facebook page, but we also invite you to please contact our office with any updates to phone numbers and addresses, so we may be able to reach you.

Also we encourage you to call us and let us know if you have any new phone numbers or if your contact information has changed!

Thank you have a great week!

GriN Orthodontics invites our patient and one guest to a private screening of Marvel The Avengers

When: Saturday May 5 2012 @ 9:00am
Where: Cinoplex 1025 The Queensway

please contact our office to reserve your tickets today, They are going fast!
phone 416-249-1015
or emeail: reception@drnewton.ca

There’s a breed of people who drive a stick shift, use a push mower and prefer sailboats to motorboats. When faced with the choice of a toothbrush, that purist will certainly choose the dependable, disposable, do-it-yourself toothbrush. But what about those of us who swear by their smartphones, DVRs, and tablet computers? We want the latest and greatest gadgets and tend to be adopters of new technologies.

Regardless of the type of toothbrush you prefer, when used properly, both powered and manual toothbrushes are great options for removing plaque and keeping teeth and gums healthy. So what variables should you consider when deciding on the best toothbrush for you? Here are a few factors to consider:

Your budget

Electric toothbrushes are pricier. However, while high-end options can cost upwards of $100, you can find some effective powered brushes in the $10 range. Remember that you need to add the cost of batteries and replacement brush heads to your toothbrush budget.

Your dexterity
People who have limited manual dexterity – including the very young, the elderly, or those suffering from injury or arthritis – may find it easier to reach and clean areas of their mouth with an electric toothbrush.

Your habits
If you have a hard time brushing regularly, and you find you enjoy the sensation of brushing with an electric toothbrush, then by all means use the brush that will encourage you to brush most often.

Your patience
Regardless of what type of toothbrush you choose, it’s important to use it correctly. While some brushes may require circular motions to be effective (for example manual brushs) others may require an angled glide over the teeth (for example power brushes). Brush twice a day, for two minutes each time. Cover the inner, outer and top surfaces of your teeth, and brush all the way down to the gum line. Don’t forget the hard-to-reach areas in the back of your mouth. Please ask your hygienists to advise you on optimal brushing techniques considering your toothbrush selection.

Finally, remember that while brushing and flossing daily will help you maintain good oral health, regular professional cleanings are also vital to keeping your teeth in tip-top shape. If you do have questions about brushing habits, please feel free to give our office a call!

If Dr. Newton has prescribed elastics as part of your orthodontic treatment, it is important to follow the directions fully. Elastics help to align your bite or cause teeth to move in different directions and straighten more quickly. We usually instruct you how to hook one end to an upper bracket and the other end to a lower bracket, so the elastic goes vertically or diagonally from one bracket to another.

Elastic bands produces pressure on the bracket, which causes the teeth to move and straighten. This tension is also sufficient to correct an over bite or underbite in the jaw.Failure to wear elastics full-time or as instructed can lengthen your treatment time and make it more difficult to achieve an optimal result.

If elastic wearing is part of your treatment, there are a few things to keep in mind, you won't be able to open your mouth fully, so you will have to remove when eating and reapplied after meal time and also if you try to open your mouth too wide your elastic band might snap, so please be careful.

Your time with elastic will be well worth it when you see your beautiful, new smile.

We offer complimentary consultations for all patients.

At this appointment you or your child will explore all treatment options for orthodontic treatment. During your consultation time you’ll have time reserved with Dr. Newton, who will assess your particular needs as well as discuss treatment options available and answer any questions you may have. We place a high value on making sure you have complete information before beginning treatment. Financial is also then discussed after your best treatment option is given to you. An Insurance estimate is also given to you at your consultation appointment for you to submit to your insurance provider.

Please give our office a call to set up your complimentary appointment today.

Yes retainers are important with Grin Orthodontics. If you have recently got your braces off or completed Invisalign at GriN Orthodontics congratulations once again. You are now in retention period. Retainers are used to provide stabilization for your teeth. Once the braces come off, teeth can shift out of position, if not stabilized. Retainers are designed to hold teeth in there corrected position until the bones and gums are adapted to treatment. Dr. Newton will provide or have provided you with retainers. Wearing retainers exactly as instructed is the best way to insure that the treatment improvements last for a lifetime.

Here is some tips to remember on retainers, at GriN Orthodontics:

1. Wear retainers full time unless Dr. Newton instructs you otherwise.
2. Remove retainers to eat and put them in their case(appliances are usually lost at school and restaurants)
3. Keep retainers clean, by brushing once a day with small amount of tooth paste and toothbrush
4. Retainers are breakable , so please treat them with care. If broken or lost please call us immediately
5. Remember to bring retainers to your Retainer Check appointments with GriN Orthodontic
6. Remove retainers during any sporting activity as they may fall out or break.
7. Keep retainers away from pockets, hot water or other places where they may be damaged

We hope these tips help, and if you have any questions please contact GriN Orthodontics.

Invisalign Teen is becoming a popular treatment option here at Grin Orthodontics because it provides an option for younger patients to achieve a straight, healthy smile, without anyone noticing! Unlike traditional metal braces teens using Invisalign Teen system can remove their aligners, allowing them to eat just about anything without worrying over damaging or breaking their braces. This also makes teeth easier to clean than with traditional braces. There are several things parents need to remember when considering their options for orthodontic treatment. For example, the cost of Invisalign varies depending on your teen's specific case, but can often compare to treatment with traditional braces.

At Grin Orthodontics we strive to make orthodontics affordable to everyone, we will assess your teen's eligibility for treatment with Invisalign Teen and determine the cost for your teen during the initial complimentary consultation.

Our friends at the American Association of Orthodontics(AAO) have put together a helpful list that outlines when you should call Dr. Geoffrey Newton. Here are some early warning signs that it is time to check with us:
1. Early or late loss of baby teeth
2. Difficulty chewing or biting
3. Mouth breathing
4. Teeth sucking and other oral habits
5. Crowding or misplace or blocked out teeth
6. Jaws that shift, make sounds or protrudes
7. Biting in to cheeks or roof of the mouth
8. Protruding teeth
9. Teeth that Meet in abnormal way or don't meet at all
10. facial imbalance or asymmetry
11. Grinding or Clenching of teeth

If you have any of this warning signs, please give us a call to set up an orthodontic evaluation
Through an early orthodontic evaluation, you will be giving your child the best opportunity to have a healthy,beautiful smile.

Great Question!
Regular dental check ups are important for maintaining good oral health, especially during orthodontic treatment. If you are brushing and flossing daily during your orthodontic treatment with Dr. Newton, we think that's great!! But don't forget its also important for you to visit your general dentist every 3-6 months in addition to you brushing and flossing.

Tooth decay, which is caused by sugars left in the mouth, can turn into acid, which in turn can break down your teeth. Children are at high risk for tooth decay because adolescents tend to be negligent in their oral hygiene habits. Proper brushing and flossing routines combined with regular dental visits can help keep tooth decay away.

If you have any questions, please be sure to ask Dr. Newton or our team during your next appointment or ask us on Facebook.

Damon System is clinically proven for fast treatment results for smiles and faces of all ages. With outstanding comfort and no tightening, and no headgear.

Damon System braces use a passive slide mechanism to maintain archwires within the bracket, allowing the teeth to move more freely so they can move more quickly and more comfortably.

With Damon System treatment time is typically shorter than traditional braces. The days of having braces tightened are over. Damon System uses tie-less brackets that reduce pressure on teeth, allowing them to move more comfortably to their positions.

Straight teeth and a beautiful smile can enhance self-esteem and self confidence at any age. Dr. Newton can tell you, your benefits from the Damon System today! Give us a call for your complimentary consultation, its never to late to look and feel great.
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At GriN Orthodontics complimentary consultations can determine if your an Invisalign candidate. Invisalign uses a series of invisable, removable and comfortable aligners. That means you can continue doing all the things you normally would, from brushing and flossing, to eating whatever you like. As you replace each aligner with the next in the series, your teeth will move little by little, week by week until they have straightened to their final positions. With Invisalign treatment you MUST be committed to wearing your aligners for about 22 hours a day, throughout your entire treatment. Appointments are usually six to eight weeks visits to ensure treatment is progressing as planned. Total treatment time averages 9-15 months. Give us a call today for your complimentary assessment.

At Grin Orthodontic, we embrace new technology, whether it is through the innovative orthodontic treatment that we offer, our up-to-date website and social networks, or our modern office conveniently located in Etobicoke.

Did you know that patients at our office have access to their account 24 hours a day, 7 days a week-all through our website. You can look up your appointments and all of your account details at your convenience, from the comfort of your home. And, because we know folks sometimes forget, you can even receive appointment reminders through email or text messages!

You, too, can sign up this convenient service on our website by clicking on the "Patient Login" button on our homepage. Please give us a call if you have any questions about getting started!

Twas the night before christmas,
Santa flying all places, delivering presents to children with braces.

There's lights on the tree and a wreath on the door, Im merry as can be when my teeth are not sore!

The cookies so crunchy, the roast beef so chewy, But I must eat food that is softer and gooey...

My family munched on their chocolates and dips, Well those only would have gone straight to my hips.

While Santa shouts orders to Blitzen and Vixen, Im cleaning my braces- my teeth they're a fix-in!

This year I've been good, gone the extra mile so santa, this year I want a new healthy smile!

Goodbye crooked teeth, and spaces too tight; Merry christmas to all, and to all a good bite!

Come join us at
"Grin Orthodontics Patient Appreciation Annual Skating Party"
It will be held at: 156 Centennial Park Road Etobicoke (east rink)
Tuesday December 20, 2011 @ 6:30-8:30pm
Complimentary hot dog and hot chocolate!!!
Bring a friend and your family! Lots of prizes to be won!
R.S.V.P. by email: reception@drnewton.ca, or by
phone(416)249-1015

We Look forward to seeing you out on the ice.
From Dr. Newton and Staff we wish you and your family a happy holiday season.