It is no secret that dogs chew on anything and everything…. including retainers. They are fair game for “Man’s Best Friend” both in and out of the case if left out in the open. If you have a dog, never leave your retainer or Invisalign aligners on tables, bathroom counters, night stands, or any where they can jump up and snag the appliances. They will distort or eat them up in a few chews and thoroughly enjoy it without you even noticing. And if they swallow the sharp pieces of plastic, it can cause serious health issues for your beloved pet!Read More
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Why Choose an Orthodontist in Scarborough Maine?
For most people, a beautiful smile is the most obvious benefit of orthodontic treatment. But for Dr. Lisa P. Howard DDS MS, the correct function of your bite is far more important. A malocclusion, or bad bite, can cause serious problems over a lifetime if left untreated. Loss of tooth structure, TMJ problems and even bone loss can occur if a malocclusion is not corrected before permanent damage occurs.Read More
Fall In Love With Your Smile On Valentines Day
This Valentine’s Day, falling in love with your smile has never been easier. There is no way to measure the magnitude of a healthy, beautiful smile. If you are looking for that special gift to treat yourself that allows you to become the best possible version of yourself, orthodontic treatment is a great way to love yourself.Read More
Were You Happy With Your Smile in 2014?
The American Association of Orthodontics recently completed a study that reported more than 1/3 of US adults are unhappy with their smile. Are you one of them? If so, 2015 is the year to do something about it!! What better New Years Resolution can you promise yourself or someone you love than a new smile?
In a nutshell, here’s what the study found after surveying 1,000 U.S. adults ages 18 and older.Read More
Embracing Change At Lightening Speed…Welcome To Our New Website
Life as we know it at Lisa P. Howard DDS MS Orthodontics, both professionally in the delivery of orthodontic care and personally in our lives, is changing at the blink of an eye. It is both an exciting and intimidating age we live in and it amazes Dr. Howard and our Team every day. If we are here today, where will we be one, two, or even ten years down the road with all the advances in technology that affect all aspects of our lives?
Below is a video that highlights the changing world around us last year in 2014 that we would like to share with you. At Lisa P. Howard DDS MS Orthodontics, we are up to the challenge and work hard to maintain our highest standards for quality orthodontic treatment and delivery of service to our patients!