Posts Tagged ‘Starr Orthodontics’

Have you had a checkup lately?

Friday, December 9th, 2011

Even if you brush and floss daily, as well as maintain your braces it is still important to visit your local dentist every 6 months, or as recommended. Why?

• Your dentist can detect and treat tooth and gum problems that you may have never felt or noticed.
• Even thorough daily oral care may not be enough to prevent cavities and oral decay.
• Frequent visits can allow your dentist to treat a problem early to prevent future complications.

During an oral exam your dentist can check the health of your mouth, teeth, gums, cheeks and tongue. Checkups will also include a thorough teeth cleaning and polishing.

If you have not visited a dentist in the past six months, please let us know! Drs. Gary Starr and Steven Dickens will be happy to provide a few great references here in the area!

– Drs. Gary Starr and Steven Dickens & Team

Starr Orthodontics wishes you a very happy Thanksgiving!

Wednesday, November 23rd, 2011


With the hustle and bustle of the holiday season knocking at our door, Drs. Gary Starr and Steven Dickens and our entire staff at Starr Orthodontics wanted to stop for a moment and extend our best wishes to you, our patients, referring doctors and families, for a wonderful Thanksgiving.

It’s a big food holiday, so be careful what you eat with those braces! If you have any stories or pictures to share with us, we’d encourage you to post them on our Facebook page.

We hope that this Thanksgiving and holiday season brings fond memories. Thank you for being part of our family.

Ask Drs. Starr and Dickens: “I got my braces. Now what?”

Friday, November 18th, 2011

We love when patients ask us that question! Now that you’re wearing braces, it’s just as important to maintain a good oral hygiene regimen as you did before prior to your orthodontic treatment.

Braces are known to trap food particles and make it difficult to brush or remove plaque, which is why Drs. Gary Starr and Steven Dickens and our team at Starr Orthodontics recommend that you brush and floss after every meal. We also encourage you to use a proxabrush to help with the smaller areas where your toothbrush doesn’t reach. We encourage the use of fluoride rinse as well; just ask us for a recommendation!

When your braces are initially placed, your teeth are likely to be very sensitive. You may experience discomfort for up to 3 or 5 days, which is why we encourage you to eat soft foods during that time. Remember, the less pressure you put on your teeth, the less discomfort you will have.

You may also be thinking, “Okay, so what can I eat?” We would encourage you to avoid eating sticky, hard, crunchy or chewy snacks that can stick to your teeth.

Drs. Starr and Dickens and team will tell you it’s crucial to regularly check your braces for bent or loose wires and brackets. In the event of a loose/broken wire or bracket, please call our Matthews, NC office immediately to schedule an appointment for repair.

Lastly, in addition to visiting Starr Orthodontics during your orthodontic treatment for adjustments, you should visit your dentist for professional check-ups and teeth cleaning appointments about every six months, or as recommended by your dentist.

Questions? Please let us know below or on our Facebook page. You may also give us a call!

What do you love about Starr Orthodontics?

Friday, October 28th, 2011

From your very first visit to Starr Orthodontics our doctors and team strive to provide superior treatment in a pleasant, friendly atmosphere. We thought we’d ask you, our wonderful patients: Have you been especially impressed by Dr. Starr and Dr. Dickens’ work? Did our team go out of their way to make your day? Are you in LOVE with your new 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. Please share your story on our Google Place Page! Or, you can tell us by posting on our Facebook page or by giving us a call!

Thank you,
The team at Starr Orthodontics

At Starr Orthodontics, October means National Orthodontic Health Month!

Friday, October 21st, 2011

For those who don’t know, it’s National Orthodontic Health Month. Our friends at the American Association of Orthodontists put together a helpful website that provides important information on protecting your braces, including tips for trick-or-treaters, braces-friendly recipes, facts about braces and treats you should avoid while undergoing orthodontic treatment.

Dr. Starr, Dr. Dickens and our team also recommend you to ask us if you have any follow-up questions about keeping your braces in tip-top shape. Please feel free to give us a call, ask us on Facebook or ask Dr. Starr and Dr. Dickens during your visit this month!

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Gary M. Starr DDS MS PA & Steven Dickens DDS MS
1326 Matthews Township Parkway
Matthews, NC 28105
TEL (704) 845-0600

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