Why are straight teeth so important?

Some people wonder why Kemp Orthodontics and our team work tirelessly to give our patients straight teeth. Of course, it's nice to have a smile full of evenly-aligned teeth, but did you know that straightening your teeth at Kemp Orthodontics can keep them healthier? Straight teeth lead to better oral hygiene and increase your chances of keeping your own natural teeth for a lifetime!

Straight teeth are less prone to decay because they collect less plaque. Plaque is the sticky colorless substance that forms on our teeth and leads to tooth decay.

If you are wondering whether your teeth might cause problems because they are out of alignment, please call Kemp Orthodontics to set up a complimentary examination.

It would be Dr. Kemp's pleasure to explain the benefits of orthodontic treatment to you.

When Should You Call Kemp Orthodontics?

Our friends at the American Association of Orthodontists (AAO) have put together a helpful list of potential orthodontic problems that may mean it is time to call Kemp Orthodontics for an appointment:

1. Early or late loss of baby teeth.


2. Difficulty in chewing or biting


3. Mouth breathing


4. Snoring


5. Any oral habits, such as finger/thumb sucking


6. Crowded, misplaced or blocked teeth


7. Jaw that shifts when closing or makes sounds, protrude or retrude


8. Speech difficulty


9. Biting the cheek or biting into the roof of the mouth


10. Protruding teeth


11. Teeth that meet in a abnormal way or do not meet at all


12. Facial imbalance or asymmetry


13. Grinding or clenching of teeth

Do any of these warning signs fit you or your children? If so, give the Kemp Orthodontic office a call at 615.790.7027 for a complimentary orthodontic examination.

 

Open 24 hours?

 

 

Did you know that you can contact us online any time, 24 hours a day,  7 days a week?   We appreciate your patronage and invite you to check out our online communication system.  With our system you are able to:

• Receive Email and Text Appointment Reminders


• Confirm Appointments via Test Message


• Request Appointments Online


• Request Appointments on our Facebook page


• Receive special messages and promotions


• Refer Friends and Family

 

If you would like to take advantage of this awesome communication tool all we need is your email address and cell phone number.  Give our office a call and ask to speak to Terri and she will get you connected.

Happy New Year!

2015 New Year's Resolutions!

As we turn the calendar to 2015, Kemp Orthodontics wants to invite you to schedule an orthodontic check up. At this time of the year, we reflect on changes we want to make, and we call them New Year's Resolutions.

Why don't you make your New Year's Resolution to have the best smile you can have?  At Kemp Orthodontics we are here to help you achieve that goal.  Call our office today (615-790-7027) or visit our Facebook page to request a complimentary new patient exam.

We look forward to seeing you soon!

Sincerely,

David H. Kemp, D.D.S., M.S.

 

Merry Christmas from Dr. Kemp

I want to wish all my patients and their families a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year.  I have the best job, and I want to thank you for letting me do the job that I love.  What could be better than Creating Beautiful Smiles?  I also want to remind you that our office will be closing today, December 23^rd at 5:00pm. The Kemp Orthodontic team will be enjoying time with their family and friends during this holiday season. We will be back to serve you on Monday, January 5th at 8:00am.  If you should have an urgent emergency, please call our office at 615-790-7027, and a member of the staff will be alerted.  

ORTHODONTIC TEAMWORK

Orthodontic treatment is an ongoing process, and most of it happens when you aren't in my office.

Teamwork between you, me, and my staff is essential.  My goal when I map out the treatment plan is to try to achieve a Beautiful Smile within the shortest treatment time possible.  This goal can only be achieved if I have full cooperation from you, the patient. 

Over the next several days, I am going to share with you the different ways your cooperation is essential to creating a beautiful smile. By actively taking part in your treatment, you and I can work to the ultimate goal…Your Beautiful Smile.

 

 

Did you know that stress can affect your oral health?

We all know that excess stress may give you a headache, a stomachache, or just a feeling of being "on edge." But did you know that too much stress could also be doing a number on your mouth, teeth, gums, and overall health?

The following are the potential effects from stress and anxiety that can affect your oral health:

         1. Mouth sores, including canker sores and cold sores                              

2. Clenching of teeth and teeth grinding (bruxism)

             3. Poor oral hygiene and unhealthy eating routines

             4. Periodontal (gum) disease or worsening of existing periodontal disease

In the next series of blogs, I am going to discuss the above situations and, hopefully, show  you  how to relieve or prevent.  At Kemp Orthodontics it is our goal to make your time in treatment as stress-free as possible.