St. Patrick's Day

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

Early Orthodontics

The average age of individuals who get braces is between nine and 14, although it is appropriate for younger children to visit Hablinski & Chen Orthodontics for a consultation with Dr. Hablinski and Dr. Chen. While parents may be concerned about the efficacy of early orthodontics, research suggests that early intervention can prevent greater dental Read More

Valentine's Day History

Valentine’s Day is best known as a celebration of love in all its forms. Pink hearts, red roses, and cute greeting cards adorn every surface you see. What many people don’t realize is that the modern Valentine’s Day celebration arose from a religious holiday. St. Valentine’s Day was originally celebrated as a religious feast day Read More

Questions, questions…

When beginning orthodontic treatment, most patients ask Dr. Hablinski and Dr. Chen and our team a lot of questions about what to expect, while others choose to just “go with the flow” and leave it to us to build for them a beautiful smile. And for our team at Hablinski & Chen Orthodontics, that’s understandable. Read More

Tips for Using Invisalign®

More than one patient has come into our office and asked, “What can I do to help my teeth when wearing Invisalign?” While everyone’s teeth and dental needs are different, there are certain things everyone can do to make wearing their Invisalign aligners a more rewarding experience. Always follow the list of instructions and tips Read More

What is AcceleDent®?

If you are undergoing orthodontic treatment with Dr. Hablinski and Dr. Chen, we bet you would probably welcome any innovation that could reduce the time you spend wearing braces. Our team at Hablinski & Chen Orthodontics is proud to offer our patients AcceleDent, an innovative device designed to increase your rate of tooth movement as Read More

New Year's Eve

Watching the clock tick down the final seconds until midnight, many of us- Hablinski & Chen Orthodontics included- feel nostalgic about the passing year and hopeful about the new one to come. New Year’s Eve is one of the most widely celebrated holidays in the world, with over-the-top celebrations taking place in dozens of countries. Read More

Damon® Smile Braces

Until recently, the only option for people who need braces was the traditional type in which a wire threads through a bracket that attaches to each tooth. Both the wires and the brackets extend across the breadth of the mouth. Pressure from the wires moves the teeth into the proper position. For most patients, traditional Read More

We proudly offer Invisalign Teen®!

Dr. Hablinski and Dr. Chen and our team are excited to offer Invisalign Teen, a clear alternative to braces that’s just for teens! With Invisalign Teen, we are able to straighten your teen’s teeth without the hassle, discomfort, and embarrassment of traditional braces. Invisalign Teen’s clear aligners are virtually invisible. What’s more, they are removable, Read More

Congratulations Jace!

Hablinski Orthodontics would like to congratulate our patient, Jace Johnson, who placed 1st in his first cross country meet! In another meet, Jace place 1st again and the 7th grade girls and boys placed 1st overall in their 1.5 mile events! Their meets are featured in the Village News! Great job Jace!

Are Braces Right for Me?

According to Preferred Consumer, it’s estimated that 50 percent of people have teeth that are crooked, not aligned properly, or irregular. Fortunately today, orthodontics has advanced to the point where corrective devices, such as braces and retainers, are less obvious, more comfortable, and can be worn for shorter periods of time. So, with that being Read More