Food Drive - Guyer Orthodontics, Niles and St. Joseph, MI

Dear patients and families,
Due to these difficult economic conditions, our office team has decided we would like to help struggling families in our area by having a non perishable food drive. If you would like to help please bring an item with you to your appointment. You may bring items to either the St. Joseph or Niles offices. We will be collecting food beginning in March and continuing through May.

Our office and our community thank you for your participation!

Main Street Orthodontics

Main Street Orthodontics Patient Reviews

Main Street Orthodontics offers the latest in technology to give you the optimal orthodontic experience. Just see what their patients have to say!Dr. Guyer comes strongly recommended from word of mouth throughout the community. As a mother of one patient, I will continue to hold his practice in high regard and urge family and friends to seek out his exceptional quality of service.
-Eric L.

He is very friendly and was very informative when I had questions and the office has a very friendly atmosphere.
-Cynthia S.

Dr. Guyer is very friendly and patient focused. His staff is friendly, courteous, and very helpful!
-Tristan W.

What we like best about Dr. Guyer is that he did not rush Kiah into braces when we first visited him when she was 7 years old. He's very nice, and has a nice way with kids.
-Kiah W.

Everyone is friendly, things are explained clearly and there are no surprises. When we have had to come in for broken appliances or something, it's never a problem. And the coffee tastes great!
-Tyler B.

Everyone is very friendly and considerate all the time. I am kept well informed and if I have any questions, I get them answered quickly and fully.
-Andrew B.

Dr. Guyer has a special way with children--very understanding
-Justin M.

My teeth are looking AWESOME!! Dr. Guyer is honest and he tells you what he thinks.
-Amanda F.

The office is very up to date with technology. The staff are friendly and very helpful.
-Lisa D.

Everybody Benefits from Braces! Main Street Orthodontics

Braces aren’t just for pre-adolescents and teenagers anymore! Anyone, at any age, can benefit from orthodontic care; whether it is correcting a problem not treated in your younger years, or catching a problem early.

To ensure the best overall treatment, the American Association of Orthodontists recommends that children receive an orthodontic consultation as early as age seven. If a problem is evident, taking action early can spare a lot of treatment and expense down the road.

If you never received orthodontic treatment when you were young, don’t worry! You’re never too old for a beautiful smile. Set up an appointment for a consultation and find out how adult orthodontics will transform your smile, and your life!

Moooove Over Gum Disease!

Is dairy a major part of your diet? If not, it should be! A recent study from the American Academy of Periodontology (AAP) has found that regular consumption of dairy products, such as milk, cheese and yogurt, can lower your chances of contracting periodontal disease (also known as gum disease).

Gum disease is caused by a bacterial infection in the mouth that affects the gums and jaw. Gum disease results in a loss of teeth and bone, and has been connected to certain cases of heart disease, stroke, diabetes, respiratory disease and osteoporosis.

Results of the study show that adults who consume at least 55 grams of lactic acid a day are less at risk for gum disease. Eating dairy is not just healthy for building strong bones, but is essential for maintaining a strong, healthy mouth. Next time you reach for a quick snack, choose some cheese, or a glass of milk, and remember with each bite, and every sip you are preserving your teeth for a lifetime of smiles and good oral health!

For more information about keeping your teeth healthy, call us at 269-684-2355 or visit www.guyerortho.com.

The Tooth Fairy - Dr. Ed Guyer

Losing your first tooth, or any baby tooth for that matter, can be exciting! Your baby tooth may be gone, but in no time you will have a bigger, “grown-up” tooth in its place. So what do you do with the lost tooth? That’s simple…place it under your pillow at night and when you are fast asleep the tooth fairy will come and whisk your tooth away leaving behind a special gift just for you! Here’s a simple craft project I found a little while back that will help make the tooth fairy’s job a little easier and give your tooth a special place to stay until it is taken away. Please click on the link for instructions and pictures!

Tooth Fairy “Tooth” Box
(remember to ask your parents for help when using hot glue and scissors)

What you will need
• I large empty match box
• Enough felt to wrap the box and inside sliding tray
• Ribbon
• Glue (tacky glue or a hot glue gun)
• Markers
• White, pink and blue (or your favorite color) felt for decorating the matchbox
• Scissors

Step 1: Pull the inner tray out of the box and line the inside with glue and felt as shown. Wrap the outside of the box with felt and glue it in place.

Step 2: Glue ribbon to the outside of the box in a hanging loop shape. Fold another piece of ribbon in half and glue it to the bottom of the inner tray to create a handle for sliding it in and out.

Step 3: Draw a tooth shape on paper, cut it out, and trace it onto the white felt twice. Cut out the teeth and face details.

Step 4: Decorate the teeth with the eyes and cheeks and draw on a mouth. Glue one tooth to the outside of the box.

Step 5: Create a tooth pocket by applying glue to the sides and bottom of the remaining tooth as shown, leaving an opening at the top. Glue the pocket to the inside tray. Once the glue dries, the box is Tooth Fairy-ready. Have your child put the tooth inside the inner pocket and hang it outside their door before your child goes to bed!

Katherine Heigl Struggles with Crooked Teeth - Niles, MI

Everyone struggles with little imperfections. Making crooked teeth straight, stained teeth sparkling white and chipped teeth smooth is part of what I do as an orthodontist. The sense of renewed self confidence that comes to my patients after having some sort of reconstructive work is what makes my job worthwhile.

Consider Katherine Heigl, award winning actress, and considered by many the Grace Kelly of our day. She describes struggling with crooked teeth her whole life until finally there came a point when she said "enough is enough!" She decided to do something to straighten her teeth.

I think you will enjoy this clip. Please feel free to leave comments, tell me what you think! Have you ever struggled with this same problem? Have you felt the relief of smiling to reveal a straight, bright smile after hiding crooked ones for so long? Contact us so we can hear your story, or help you create a new beautiful smile and a story of your own!

When Is Thumb-Sucking a Cause for Worry? - Niles and St. Joseph, MI Orthodontist

Lots of you have asked us about whether it’s healthy for children to suck thumbs (or, less frequently, fingers). If you’ve got a thumb-sucker in the house, you are not alone. Research tells us that between 75% and 95% of infants suck their thumbs. Is this anything to worry about?

In most cases, no. Sucking is a natural reflex for an infant, and can provide security and contentment as well as relaxation for your little one. It’s a habit that most children grow out of between the ages of 2 and 4.

However, if your child keeps sucking after he’s gotten his permanent teeth, it’s time to take a closer look. If your child sucks his thumb aggressively, putting pressure on the inside of his mouth or his teeth, it could cause problems with tooth alignment and proper mouth growth. If you’re worried, contact us and we will help assess the situation, and provide tips for how to help your child break the habit.