Seeking Orthodontic Care Early On Can Improve Oral Health According to New Jersey Orthodontist

A recent study by the American Association of Orthodontists estimates that more than one million people in the United States and Canada are wearing braces every year. New Jersey orthodontist Dr. Patrick Cuozzo says patients who decide to undergo corrective treatment for misaligned teeth at an early age are more likely to lessen total treatment time, promote proper bone growth, and improve oral ...

A Reason to Smile at Tax Time – Affordable Orthodontic Care for Children in Need

A national charity recommends that taxpayers consider allocating a portion of their 2011 tax return to affordable orthodontic braces for children ages 10-18. Families approved for treatment through Smiles Change Lives pay $500 for braces, a fraction of the nationwide average cost for treatment. Interested families are encouraged to visit http://www.smileschangelives.org for more information. ...

Applications for orthodontic scholarships extended

CARBONDALE - The application deadline for scholarships for children in need of orthodontic care awarded by the Rotary Club of Carbondale has been extended.

New Year, new smile: how “makeover” orthodontic treatments can provide straighter teeth and better health

With every New Year comes new resolutions; and as 2012 gets underway, countless individuals across the country have no doubt determined to make this the year that they begin to eat better, look their best, and live healthier, happier lives. For many of us, when it comes improving our overall health, diet and exercise are the top two lifestyle changes that come to mind. But surprisingly enough ...

Babies for braces? News 8's Medicaid investigations continue

DALLAS - No one would say being a single mom is easy. Especially being a single, teenage mother. But the State of Texas appears to be encouraging teenage girls to become pregnant so they can receive free dental care under Medicaid. Our investigation last year found hundreds of millions of dollars of taxpayer money spent for free braces on kids' teeth under Medicaid. That spurred a federal ...

Leading Business Intelligence on the Middle East & North Africa

JEDDAH: The sixth meeting of the Saudi Orthodontic Society, which started on Jan. 31 and ended yesterday (Feb. 1) in Jeddah, revealed that some 70 to 80 percent of Saudi children need dental braces.