Ask Dr. Gottsegen: Are any of those rumors about braces true?

You can trust us when we say Dr. Brad Gottsegen is well-aware that there are many, many myths and half-truths flying around these days regarding braces and orthodontic treatment. But before you buy into those myths, Dr. Gottsegen and our entire team think you should get the facts first! Our pals at the American Association of Orthodontists have some excellent information on the myths and facts about braces, and we would like you to check them out!

If you have any questions about orthodontics or your treatment at Gottsegen Orthodontics, feel free to give us a call at one of our two convenient locations in New Orleans and Metairie.

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The importance of retainers, from Gottsegen Orthodontics

If you've recently completed treatment at Gottsegen Orthodontics, we’d like to congratulate you again! Now that your braces have been removed, Dr. Brad Gottsegen will provide—or has provided you—with retainers.

After braces are removed, teeth can shift out of position if they are not stabilized. Our staff, however, will tell you that retainers provide that stabilization. They are designed to hold teeth in their corrected, ideal positions until the bones and gums adapt to the treatment changes. Wearing retainers exactly as instructed by Dr. Gottsegen is the best insurance that the treatment improvements last for a lifetime.

To learn more about the advantages of wearing retainers after your orthodontic treatment with Dr. Gottsegen, please read this helpful article about retainers from KidsHealth or give us a call at 504-895-4841!

Ask Dr. Gottsegen: Who benefits from orthodontic treatment?

Dr. Brad Gottsegen and our team will always tell you that braces aren’t just for pre-adolescents and teenagers! Anyone, at any age, can benefit from orthodontic treatment, whether it’s correcting a problem not treated in your younger years, or catching a problem early.

To ensure the best overall treatment, the American Association of Orthodontists, or AAO, recommends that children receive an orthodontic consultation as early as age seven. If a problem is evident to Dr. Gottsegen, taking action early can spare a lot of treatment and expense down the road.

If you never received orthodontic treatment when you were young, not to worry! At Gottsegen Orthodontics, you’re never too old for a beautiful smile. Set up an appointment for a consultation with Dr. Gottsegen and find out how orthodontics will transform your smile, as well as your life!

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What are patients saying about Gottsegen Orthodontics?

Last week, we asked you, our wonderful patients, what you most liked about your experience at Gottsegen Orthodontics. Well, we received some pretty generous reviews, and thought we’d share a couple with you today. Please feel free to contribute your own thoughts about our office! Dr. Brad Gottsegen and team love getting patient testimonials!

"His knowledge and consciousness about what the patient is going through, especially when the patient is wearing braces." ~ Julio V.

"That he gave Jamie an incredibly beautiful smile that she gets compliments on daily and that Emily's smile will be just as beautiful in a few weeks. Also that he is easy to talk to and always approachable." ~ Vickie S.

What do you love about Gottsegen Orthodontics?

From your very first visit to Gottsegen Orthodontics, our professional team strives to provide you with superior treatment in a pleasant, friendly atmosphere.

In the pursuit of the highest possible standards of orthodontic care, we utilize the most "state-of-the-art" appliances on the market today. Most excitingly, we take full advantage of the latest scientific advances in metals research which permits us to move teeth more rapidly, and, at the same time, more safely and painlessly than ever before.

Today, we thought we’d ask you, our wonderful patients: Have you been especially impressed by Dr. Gottsegen? Did our team go out of their way to make your day? Are you in love with your smile?

Whether you’ve just come in for a consultation or your family has been visiting our office for years, we’d love to hear your feedback. Or, you can tell us by posting on our Facebook page or by giving us a call!