Author: Davoody and Hablinski Orthodontics

Also known as onchophagia, the habit of nail biting is one of the so-called “nervous habits” that can be triggered by stress, excitement, or boredom. Approximately half of all kids between the ages of ten and 18 have been nail biters at one time or another. Experts say that about 30 percent of children and Read More

Many teens want to improve their smile without the pain and embarrassment of having to wear metal braces. Just like metal braces, Invisalign works by gently moving teeth into position. Metal braces are worn continuously, however, and need to be adjusted by Dr. Hablinski and Dr. Chen regularly in order to move the teeth into Read More

Dr. Hablinski and Dr. Chen and our team at Hablinski & Chen Orthodontics know that for some of our patients wearing braces, it can be difficult to weave through those wires and brackets as you brush and floss during your treatment. Some of our patients use a water pick to flush out food and other Read More

The Fourth of July is a great time to get together with friends and family members for BBQ, games, fireworks, and other celebrations in honor of our country’s independence. While your fellow revelers eat hot dogs and wave flags, you can impress them by sharing these fascinating facts and historical tidbits about some of our Read More

In Hollywood, a world where image and beauty is just about everything, many celebrities take the time to fix flaws in their appearance that make them feel uncomfortable. One of those such celebrities is soul surfer Bethany Hamilton, who chose to straighten her teeth using Damon Smile braces, an orthodontic treatment we proudly offer at Read More

Many patients ask Dr. Hablinski and Dr. Chen and our team about the differences between Damon Smile braces and regular braces. Today we thought we’d share some information on Damon Smile. A lot of our patients, especially adults, come to Dr. Hablinski and Dr. Chen thinking traditional braces are the only answer to straight teeth. Read More

Dr. Hablinski and Dr. Chen and our dedicated team at Hablinski & Chen Orthodontics are pleased to offer Damon Smile for our patients. Damon braces allow your teeth to move more comfortably and easily than do traditional braces. Thanks to these innovative new braces, achieving your perfect smile will be faster and easier than you Read More

The community health awareness group Oral Health America has reported that 82 percent of adults are unaware of the role that infectious bacteria can play in tooth decay or cavities, and almost three out of five children aged 12 to 19 have tooth decay. Since June is National Smile Month, Dr. Hablinski and Dr. Chen Read More

Just hearing the word “braces” can take many of us back to junior high — that painful era when we wore unattractive glasses, endured unflattering haircuts, and carried a mouthful of braces to complete the awkward adolescent look. Despite the common assumption that braces are for kids, more and more adults are choosing to pursue Read More

Memorial Day is not only a federal holiday in the United States, but it is a day of observance and remembrance of those who died in service. Originally known as Decoration Day, this solemn day has been marked on calendars since the end of the American Civil War as a day to commemorate both the Read More

Today, Dr. Hablinski and Dr. Chen and our team thought we would offer a few tips for our patients currently undergoing orthodontic treatment. For those of you wearing braces, it’s important to be even more dedicated to good oral hygiene than those not currently in treatment. After getting your braces, it is important to know Read More

“Motherhood: All love begins and ends there.” – Robert Browning We would like to take this moment to thank all the great moms out there for being so great during their child’s visits to Hablinski & Chen Orthodontics. Whether it’s driving their kids to regularly scheduled appointments or for “being there” while their child is Read More

Straighter teeth is something many people desire. A nice smile is one of the most attractive things about a person. However, wearing a mouth full of braces for two, three, or more years can be a major pain, both literally and figuratively. Luckily, there is another option. Invisalign is an alternative to traditional braces. Learn Read More

Patients who need to get orthodontic treatment are often concerned about how long they will wear their braces. Dr. Hablinski and Dr. Chen will tell you the good news is, is there is a solution for any patient who wants to minimize the time he or she needs to wear braces. AcceleDent is a device Read More

Most parents know that routine dental care should begin during their child’s toddler years. And many assume they must wait until their child has all of his or her permanent teeth to visit Dr. Hablinski and Dr. Chen for an initial orthodontic consultation. The ideal age for an orthodontic evaluation is age seven. At that Read More

The Importance of Facial Protection Americans from all walks of life should mark April as National Facial Protection Month on their calendars. The American Association of Pediatric Dentistry, Academy for Sports Dentistry, American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, and American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons have combined forces to sponsor this annual campaign, which aims Read More

Dr. Hablinski and Dr. Chen and our team hear this question a lot. Some of the common reasons for crooked teeth include: Thumb sucking Tongue thrusting or improper use of the tongue during speaking and swallowing Premature loss of baby teeth, which causes teeth to drift and shift Poor breathing airway caused by enlarged adenoids Read More

On March 17, everyone has a little Irish in them. St. Patrick’s Day is a joyous celebration of Irish heritage. The holiday originated as a commemoration of Saint Patrick, who brought Christianity to Ireland. The saint arrived in Ireland in 432 and earned the reputation of a champion of Irish Christianity. March 17th, the day Read More

“I have been an orthodontic assistant since 1997 and joined the Hablinski & Chen team in 2014.  I love meeting patients and watching as their smile progress over time with treatment.  I am happily married and we had a precious baby girl in 2013.  In my spare time I enjoy going to church, spending time with my Read More

“Hey guys, my name is Ryan and I work in the sterilization room at Dr. Hablinski & Chen’s office.  In pursuit of a carrier in dentistry and very possibly orthodontics.  It excites me to have such a great opportunity to gain some valuable experience in the field and learn as much as I can while I’m Read More