Why 7 Years Old is the Best Age to See the Orthodontist for the First Time
What is the best age to bring children in to see an orthodontist for the first time? The current recommendation from the American Association of Orthodontists is for children to have their first exam with an orthodontist at age 7 – and for good reason! “Adult teeth typically begin to erupt around age 6-7, which […]
Show Us Your #NVOSummerSmiles & You Could Win $100!
Northern Virginia Orthodontics wants to see how you and your family are spending the summer. All summer long, share your best summertime photos on social media and use #NVOSummerSmiles when posting to Instagram or Facebook. NVO will feature its favorite photos in our office and online all summer long, and the individual or family with […]
Northern Virginia Orthodontics Launches Innovative New Treatment Service
Northern Virginia Orthodontics, the #1 Invisalign provider in the nation, has launched an innovative new service that will give patients the ability to achieve the smile they’ve always wanted – in as little as two appointments. Smile Express by NVO™ brings the knowledge and expertise of the nation’s top doctors straight to patients, without the […]
Can Orthodontics Actually Help You Sleep Better Too?
You may think orthodontia is just a way to improve your dental health and smile, but an early visit to your orthodontist could actually help you be a better sleeper later in life. As orthodontists that specialize in treating young children, the doctors at Northern Virginia Orthodontics are making a conscious effort to diagnose dental […]
Could Drinking Wine Be Good for Your Teeth?
Wine has long been regarded as a “healthy” indulgence thanks to its many heart-health benefits, but new research is finding that maybe a glass of red wine might actually help in the inside of your mouth too. Polyphenols, a natural compound found in berries, grapes and wine, are loaded with antioxidants that can help protect […]
NVO is turning 10
On February 6th, 2008 NVO opened its doors for the very first time. With a small team of Dr. Casagrande, Lisa, our treatment coordinator and Casey, our marketing manager, we saw 3 patients. 10 years later, it’s safe to say we have grown quite a bit. With 2 locations and 3 amazing doctors, Northern Virginia […]