Friday, February 26, 2010

Why the Damon™ System?

Something big is happening in the orthodontics world, and it’s no other than the Damon System, which allow your teeth to move more comfortably and easily than traditional braces. With the Damon System, achieving that perfect smile will be faster and easier than you ever thought possible.

Here’s why Damon is better:



With the new Damon braces, we can achieve terrific results and finish your treatment faster. Depending on your case, this may mean saving many months of treatment! After analyzing your specific needs, we will be able to provide you with a treatment plan that will have you smiling soon! Because Damon braces are very precise and effective, we can reduce the need for many of the time-consuming and complicated procedures that are used with traditional braces. Because Damon braces work more efficiently, fewer adjustments are required. As a result, your appointments will be faster and fewer in number. Due to the unique design of this new braces system, we can move your teeth into their correct positions with much less discomfort than traditional braces. Also, Damon braces are small, very comfortable, and easy to keep clean.

Dr. Elvebak is a certified Damon System provider in Plano and Dallas TX. If you have any questions about the Damon System or your treatment here, please give us a call.

Tuesday, February 16, 2010

Meet Dr. Jamesen

Dr. Elvebak and our entire team are excited to announce the arrival of Dr. Erin Jamesen to our team!

Here's a little bit about her. We are excited to have her on board and know you will love her as much as we do!

Dr. Jamesen grew up in Bedford, Texas and attended Southern Methodist University, where she obtained her degree in biology. She then attended Baylor College of Dentistry, where she completed her dental degree in 2005. Dr. Jamesen completed her orthodontic residency at the University of Missouri - Kansas City in 2007 and has been creating beautiful smiles ever since. Dr. Jamesen enjoys not only the science and art behind orthodontics, but also establishing relationships with patients and their families. She currently lives in Colleyville, Texas with her husband Matt and her three young boys: Cale, Hayes and Elliott.

Tuesday, February 9, 2010

Ask Dr. Elvebak: When should my child come in for a check-up?

Many parents assume they must wait until their child has all of his or her permanent teeth to visit Elvebak Orthodontics, only to discover treatment would have been much easier if started sooner. Did you know the American Association of Orthodontists recommends that every child have an orthodontic check-up no later than age seven?

What’s so great about age seven, you ask? Enough permanent teeth have arrived for Dr. Elvebak to make a determination about whether any problems are present. The first molars have come in, providing an opportunity to check for malocclusion, or what Dr. Elvebak calls “bad bite.” Also, the incisors have begun to come in, and problems such as crowding, deep bites and open bites can be detected. Orthodontic evaluation at an early age provides one of two positive outcomes: For some, early identification or problems will lead to easier or shorter orthodontic treatment in the future. For others, a healthy prognosis will provide immediate peace of mind.

Early evaluation, of course, may signal a need for early treatment. For some children, early treatment can prevent physical and emotional trauma. Aside from spurring on years of harmful teasing, misaligned teeth are also prone to injury and are detrimental to good oral hygiene. So if your child is nearing age seven, give us a call at Elvebak Orthodontics to schedule an appointment.

Tuesday, February 2, 2010

At Elvebak Orthodontics, 24/7 access to your account

At Elvebak Orthodontics, we embrace new technology, whether it is through the innovative orthodontic treatments that we offer, our high-tech web site and social networks, or our modern offices conveniently located in Plano and Dallas.

Did you know Dr. Elvebak's patients have access to their account, 24 hours a day, seven days a week, on our web site? You can look up your appointments and all of your account details at your convenience, from the comfort of your own home! You can even receive appointment reminders through email or text messages!

Just see what some of our patients are saying about this service!

"Being able to confirm appointments in the past with a click of a button." ~ Julie H.

"Helps me look at my appointments and account status. Love the text message reminders available!" ~ Luisa C.

"None of my other healthcare providers have such an easy access to search for my appointments or accounts. Makes it easy to contact and get quick response rather than a telephone call." ~ Andrea M.

"Love that you can see appointment and confirm online. Also like how you can look at your financial stuff." ~ Edward D.

You may sign up for this convenient service on our web site by clicking the "Patient Login" button on our homepage. Please call the team at Elvebak Orthodontics if you have any questions! Have a great rest of your Tuesday!