Fairwood and Mercer Island Orthodontics

Chorak Orthodontics If you are trying to schedule your initial appointment with Chorak Orthodontics but aren’t sure about the specifics, such as how to request an appointment or what exactly you need to be seen for, don’t worry…these are common concerns that many of our patients share. At Chorak Orthodontics , we want to make scheduling appointments with offices as simple as can be. Whether you need to schedule an appointment for braces , Invisalign , or other orthodontic issues , Dr. Mario Chorak will give you (or your child) a thorough orthodontic examination. This entails looking at your teeth and jaws, and how they fit together. Dr. Chorak will then review his findings with you. If it is determined that orthodontic care is necessary, we will explain how long treatment should take and the procedures involved. Keeping your teeth healthy, straight, and strong is a joint effort between you and Dr. Chorak , so it’s important to be sure you are on the right track moving forward wi...

Chorak Orthodontics As a Certified Specialist in Orthodontics, Dr. Mario Chorak doesn’t just make amazing looking smiles, he also deals with the bite as a whole…including the jaw. If you touch your face right in front of your ear while opening and closing your jaw, you will feel your temporomandibular joint at work. When your temporomandibular joint working as it should, you can yawn or take a big bite of your favorite food without any issues. When your temporomandibular joint is off, yawning and opening your mouth wide can cause serious pain. The temporomandibular joint (TMJ) is a joint that connects the lower jaw to the temporal bone on either side of the face. This joint is capable of hinging and sliding motions, allowing us to shift our jaw side to side and forward and back when doing things like chewing, yawning, and talking. While people often refer to problems with the joint as TMJ, that is the name for the joint itself and TMJ pain is actually a TMJ disorder and part of a ...

Chorak Orthodontics The feeling you have after getting your braces removed is the absolute best! Unfortunately, some people get their braces off and are disappointed by the color of their teeth. Many patients expect their braces to come off, exposing a beautiful, white smile. But most often, their teeth are not bright and white when the brackets and wires are removed. Therefore, many of the patients at Chorak Orthodontics choose to have teeth whitening treatments after their orthodontic treatment is over. From toothpaste to whitening trays…there are many options for whitening your teeth after your braces have been removed. Whitening Toothpaste – Whitening toothpastes are different from regular toothpastes as they include more abrasive ingredients to scrub the surface of the teeth to remove surface stains. Whitening toothpastes are the least expensive and most easily accessible option for brightening your smile. When used twice a day, whitening toothpaste can take from two to s...

Chorak Orthodontics Your smile is one of the first things that people notice about you. For many people, an ideal smile is a mouth full of pearly white, perfectly aligned teeth. It’s not a bad goal to have, but in addition to straight white teeth, you need to make sure that your smile is a healthy one. Follow our tips below to make sure your mouth and your smile are in tip top condition. 1. Brush and Floss Your Teeth Every Day Brushing removes leftover food particles that can bond with saliva to form plaque. These particles feed the bacteria that naturally live in our mouths and these bacteria can eat through our tooth enamel and cause tooth decay. Because plaque can harden into tartar, frequent brushing helps your teeth stay whiter and healthier than in people who brush less often. When brushing your teeth, be sure to use a quality electric toothbrush or a soft bristled manual brush. Angle the bristles toward the gumline at a 45-degree angle, with just enough pressure to mak...

Chorak Orthodontics We understand that bad breath can be uncomfortable to talk about but unfortunately it happens to most people for several different reasons. The most common factor for bad breath in patientswith braces at Chorak Orthodontics is almost certainly caused by poor oral hygiene. After getting braces, patients may develop bad breath from not cleaning their teeth correctly. Bacteria feeds on food particles left in your mouth, and this bacterium creates odor. Because braces contain so many small spaces to trap food, the habits that worked great for cleaning your teeth before braces may no longer be enough. Bad-breath-causing odors and bacteria can also cling to removable orthodontic appliances (like a retainer or clear aligners ), so be sure to remove them before eating, even if you're only eating a small amount. Brush and Floss Often - Follow a strict routine of brushing and flossing regularly. Brush your teeth after breakfast every morning and prior to going to...

Chorak Orthodontics If you want a straighter smile but don’t want to spend years of wearing traditional metal braces, Invisalign is the perfect option for you . At Chorak Orthodontics , we are a provider of Invisalign and have years of experience permanently correcting alignment issues in a shorter time than traditional braces. Invisalign takes a modern approach to straightening teeth, using custom-made aligners created just for you. These aligners are smooth and comfortable. Wearing the aligners will gradually and gently shift your teeth into place, based on the exact movements Dr. Chorak has planned out for you. Not only is Invisalign effective, but the aligners are nearly invisible and can be worn without detection. This eliminates the anxiety or low self-confidence that usually come with traditional metal braces. Unlike traditional braces, Invisalign aligners can be removed instantly and easily.   You can take them in and out without compromising your treatment. You don...

Chorak Orthodontics More than 80 percent of Americans are living with periodontal or gum disease, which most often than not, goes unnoticed. At Chorak Orthodontics our goal is to continually raise awareness of the prevalence of gum disease while encouraging patients to take an active role in better oral health through prevention, diagnosis, and treatment. Gum disease is something that most people will experience at some point in their lives. But because the symptoms of gum disease are subtle and painless, most people just shrug it off. If gum disease is left untreated, the consequences could be severe.   Gum disease has been linked to a host of general medical problems, including: Heart disease, Endocarditis, Lung problems, Alzheimer’s disease, Colorectal cancer, and Diabetes. According to the AmericanAssociation of Periodontology (AAP) , you may have gum disease if: Your gums are red, swollen, and sore to the touch.  Your gums bleed when you eat, brush or floss. ...