What to Look For When Choosing An Orthodontist In Queen Creek AZ

 Whether you are an adult, teenager, or child, having teeth that are straight can make a world of difference!

Unfortunately, most aren't blessed with perfectly straight teeth, and this is where choosing an orthodontist queen creek specialist can be life-changing. 

Here are few things to look for when selecting an orthodontist in Queen Creek AZ.

Technology

There have been countless improvements that have been made to orthodontic practices, and most of this is accomplished with technology. Make sure to pick an orthodontist that uses some of the latest technology such as digital impression scanners as well as 3d printing. 

Newer technology that is paired with more modern orthodontic procedures can help you to get the best results possible in a much faster amount of time.

Education

Choosing an orthodontist who keeps up on the latest trends and advancements in orthodontics is also important. This ensures that the orthodontist will be able to produce the best result, as well as come up with solutions for very unique situations where other orthodontists wouldn't be able to help.

One question you can ask your prospective orthodontist is whether or not they are a part of the American Dental Association and the American Association of Orthodontists. These associations hold regular conferences and produce academic journals to keep orthodontic members up to speed on the latest and greatest advancements in the field. 

Relatable

Finding an orthodontist in Queen Creek that is personable is very important. You will be spending some money to get those pearly whites straight, so why not enjoy the journey with a doctor that you trust? Picking an orthodontist that has a family, or that values family relationships will help that person to be able to relate to your individual, or in many cases, family needs when it comes to orthodontic care.

Fun

Choosing an orthodontist who has a fun office atmosphere is also important. The main reason being is that you don't want your kids to dread having to attend the orthodontist office. Instead, you want your kids to look forward to their appointments and associate the orthodontist office with positivity. After all, happy patients typically see better results as they are more motivated to follow the doctor's orders and help to move their treatment plan all the way to success.

As you can see, these factors can make a difference when it comes to selecting an orthodontist in queen creek, so make sure to apply them during your search to achieve maximum results.

"What Do You Do All Day?" Time Diary Results for Six Weeks #168 Hours #TimeMakeover

Why am I Telling You How I Spend My Time?

I'm sharing this post today because I am often asked how I fit everything in by people who are amazed that I can homeschool, work, keep my house looking decent, pray with my family, eat dinner with them, and all that other jazz that makes you seem like an upstanding member of society. 

On the flip side of that, sometimes I encounter those who think I have loads of free time and why can't I just take on ONE MORE PROJECT? or why am I so selfish that I can't check in with them every day? They don't realize that caring for/educating/feeding children is a full-time job in itself and them some (63.75 hours a week average, as you'll see below)! 

Then you toss in my average work week of 12 hours for "extras" (braces, my own dental work, glasses and contact lenses, maybe a vacation with the family), plus an average of 15 hours a week spent on either being at the homeschool co-op or handling things related to it (Committee, Student Council, Yearbook), plus sleep, and I am left with 25.25 hours in my week. Sorry if I left you on "read" on that text last week; I really meant to write you back immediately but I got interrupted!

How Do You Know That It's Time To See A Doctor?

 

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Doctors are there to make us feel better when things go wrong with our bodies. Whether it is something to do with mental health, or something physical, a doctor will be there to help you. However, a lot of people avoid going to the doctor for one reason or another. There are certain signs that you simply can’t ignore though. In this article, we are going to be looking at some of the ways that you know it’s time to see a doctor, so keep reading if you would like to find out more.

Last Friday Night (parody about a Scout campout) ...

Lil Scout Joel with his baby brother Sam. Scroll to the bottom to see the outcome.

*This post was originally uploaded October 1, 2011.

Set to the tune of the song I HATE by Katy Perry (I love the melody but hate the words!). It's about a little campout we had once when my oldest was just 10 years old. 

There's rip in my man's jeans

Must've eaten too much beans

Kids are all over the place

Runnin’ up and down the berm

I smell like a coffeebar

Sam is passed out on my lap

S’mores are on the barbeque

How to Get Rid of Crickets in Your House

 

Crickets have a large number of different species in the world, but three of these species are very common, which are house cricket, field cricket, and ground cricket. Crickets can be many things to different people in different parts of the world.

While some think of crickets as pests, kids love to catch them for fun, and the people in China and Japan consider them as a sign of good luck and usually keep them as pets. Moreover, others also enjoy the serenity the chirping sounds of crickets make outdoors. But this sound can be enough to drive anyone crazy when made all night.