Wired & Flossin

05/02/2023

How I brush the twin’s teeth 🦷

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02/09/2023

✨Big news guys✨
I know I’ve been super MIA this past year. Balancing being a mom, wife and orthodontist has left me little time and motivation to keep up with social media if I’m being totally honest! My little family is growing so fast and I’m just trying to soak it all in, and stay sane in the process lol.
I wanted to hop on here and share some exciting news we’ve been working on! We are packing up and moving out of the Deep South and headed back home to North Carolina 🙌🙌
I’m opening an 🦷orthodontic office 🦷 in Wilmington 🏖️ and super pumped for you to follow along on this new adventure. I will try to keep you updated on the process… we shall see how that goes 🤷‍♀️ Head over and check out for more! We’ve got contests and promos going now!
I can’t wait to give back to my home state and create beautiful smiles for my peeps!! Thanks everyone!

09/17/2020

The American Association of Orthodontists recommends children see an no later than age 7!
Why? This is because there are some orthodontic problems that are best corrected at certain times during a child’s development to set them up for a healthy for life.
We are monitoring to see when the best time to intervene is to help in
🦷Guiding jaw growth
🦷Lowering the risk of trauma to protruded
front teeth
🦷Correcting harmful oral habits
🦷Improving appearance and self-esteem
🦷Guiding permanent teeth into a more
favorable position
🦷Improving the way lips meet
Although most orthodontic treatment occurs between the ages of 9 and 14, it is never to young to see an orthodontist!

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07/20/2020

✨🦷July is National Cleft & Craniofacial Awareness and Prevention Month🦷✨
Did you know that 1 in 700 children are born with a ? That makes it one of the most common birth defects. With all of the necessary surgeries to correct the condition, more than $100,000 is needed in lifetime medical expenses.
Clefts affect different ethnicities at different rates. Native Americans are more likely than white or African Americans to be born with clefting.
Clefts often present with feeding difficulty, liquids coming out the nose, nasal speaking voice and chronic ear infections.
can be difficult for moms because babies may not be able to generate enough negative pressure. Babies can  nurse for psychosocial reasons and bonding, then mom may have to pump and possibly use special bottles so that baby can get the nutritive benefits from breastmilk.
The cause for most clefts is unknown, but there are both genetic and environmental factors. Cleft lip is caused by failure of fusion of the maxillary prominence with the medial nasal prominence during the 4th-7th week in utero. Cleft palate is caused by failure of fusion of palatine prominences during the 6th to 9th week in utero.
Risk factors for pregnant mothers include smoking, diabetes and taking certain medications during the first trimester.
To correct a cleft, numerous surgeries and interventions are necessary. SWIPE 👉for a timeline for management of clefts. Coordinated care is the best approach for successful surgical repair.
Multidisciplinary teams approved by the ACPA are located across the nation. They are comprised of qualified professionals from medical, surgical, dental, speech and allied health disciplines.
Swipe 👉for more info on clefting, its presentation, management and treatment!

07/16/2020

✨Top Ortho Interview Questions✨Ready, Set, Go ➡️
Are you ready for your interview?! You better be able to answer these top 12 Ortho Residency Interview Questions! I promise you will definitely be asked them!!
💠Why orthodontics?
💠Why did you apply to our school?
💠Tell us about yourself.
💠What are your weaknesses?
💠What are your strengths?
💠Describe a time when you have overcome a challenge.
💠What is your research experience?
💠What makes you stand out over other candidates?
💠What will you do if you don’t get in this round?
💠Who is your hero?
💠What was the last book you read?
💠What questions do you have for us?
You should write down your responses to these frequently asked questions and practice answering them so that they don’t sound too rehearsed. Have a mock interview with a friend or family member to help you get into interview mode!💪 Want my answers?! Stay tuned for a Q&A session coming up 🙌
If you haven’t submitted your application HURRY UP⏭ That August 1️⃣ deadline will be here before you know it! Don’t forget if you need a 🆓 sample CV, personal statement or application timeline, just DM me!
Orthodontics is my dream profession and I love helping others achieve their dreams too 💫

07/10/2020

✨🦷Ortho Residency Interview Tips Covid style💫
Have you submitted your ortho residency application yet?! 😬You better get on it! That August 1️⃣ deadline will be here before you know it. Interviews will start to go out in just a few short months. And with COVID-19, this year is sure to be unique. Many schools may be conducting ✨virtual✨ interviews. So although you may not need to wear pants to them, there are still several things you should start doing to prepare:
🦷Respond quickly when offered an interview! There is no playing around here like you are trying not to look too interested, hit the REPLY button!
🦷Practice! Do a mock interview to get you geared up into interview mode. Have answers to common questions. Stay tuned for my post on what questions you should expect!
🦷Know the format of the interview. Some programs will offer one-on-one interviews, panel interviews, or some will have you interviewed by residents. Things may be different this year and you will likely have some interviews too! You will feel more comfortable if you know what to expect.
🦷The social. Normally I would say you should attend this event and remain casual but professional at all times, however, many socials will likely not happen this year, which could be disadvantageous. If they are offered, be respectful and mature, following social distancing guidelines. And definitely wear a mask!😷
🦷Be nervous! It is ok to be nervous! If you are not nervous for the interview then there is a problem. Everyone expects nerves to some degree and its really ok. It sounds cliché but be yourself. You are also interviewing these programs and don’t want to be at a place where you can’t be yourself.
🦷Send thank you notes. Handwritten is best because it’s more personal. To help you with this jot down a few things you remember about important faculty you meet so that you can include it in your message. Please don’t over do it and send extravagant gifts (like edible arrangements etc.)… that seems too desperate and gives off a bribe-y vibe!
Good Luck! Don’t forget I am here to help! DM me for a FREE sample CV, personal statement and application timeline!

07/04/2020

🏖Beach Please! Wear your retainer ⛱
I hope you didn’t forget your on this weekend!
I have a secret! I didn’t wear my retainer when I was a teenager and had to have braces again 🙊 Don’t be me!!
Swipe to learn about different retainers, how to care for them and why it’s important to listen to your orthodontist 🦷
▶️Hawley:
✨Adjustable and can be used to move teeth when needed
✨Acrylic coverage over roof of the mouth so hold changes in width the best
✨Durable
✨Can usually be repaired easily
✨The upper and lower teeth touch naturally
✨Hard to speak with because it covers the roof of the mouth
✨Can be removed to brush and floss your teeth
▶️Essix:
✨It's clear, so you can't really see it
✨Less bulky and easier to talk with than the Hawley
✨Does not cover the roof of your mouth
✨Can be removed to brush and floss your teeth
✨Can't really adjust or repair it
✨Not as durable as the Hawley
✨Can warp and discolor over time
▶️Permanent:
✨Do not have to worry about removing it or losing it because it does not come out
✨Can make brushing and flossing challenging
✨Can collect plaque and tartar
✨Cannot be seen by others
✨Can still break and requires prompt attention
✨Bonded to the back of your teeth and can irritate your tongue
✨Least likely to affect speech
What kind of retainer do you have?

06/26/2020

When should you see an orthodontist? 🦷✨

I love 💞orthodontics 💞because not only do I get to help create beautiful smiles for my patients but it is amazing seeing their self-esteem and confidence transform 🙌 I am very passionate that no one should be ashamed to smile, especially a child! Let an orthodontist help give you the smile you deserve! 💋

Here are some reasons you should see an orthodontist:
▶️You want a beautiful smile
▶️You feel improving your smile will increase self-esteem and confidence
▶️Early or late loss of baby teeth
▶️Difficulty chewing or biting
▶️Mouth breathing
▶️Sucking the thumb or fingers, or other oral habits
▶️Crowded, misplaced or blocked-out teeth
▶️Jaws that shift, make sounds, protrude or are recessed
▶️Speech difficulty
▶️Biting the cheek or biting into the roof of the mouth
▶️Protruding teeth
▶️Teeth that meet in an abnormal way or don’t meet at all
▶️Facial imbalance or asymmetry
▶️Grinding or clenching of teeth
▶️Inability to comfortably close lips

It never hurts to see an orthodontist to help address any of these needs! So please reach out!
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06/20/2020

Applying to orthodontic Residency? 🦷👏👉
✨Tag someone who wants to be an orthodontist✨
I remember how daunting, overwhelming and stressful the application process is 😩 Not to mention the anxiety of match day! {{I have some tips for that too. Spoiler alert: I was accepted via post match! It was one of the most stressful days of my life. More on that later}} I’ve had several people reach out and ask what they should be doing to be a strong applicant. Here are some things you should be doing ⚡️NOW⚡️if you want to apply to ortho residencies:
1️⃣Get good grades…unfortunately it is a numbers game and many schools w**d through the thousands of applications they receive first by looking at GPAs, ranking etc. But that is not to say don’t apply if you aren’t top in your class.
2️⃣Get involved… in something that your passionate about to show your leadership skills.
3️⃣Stalk the ortho department if you have one! Seriously, I know you have zero free time but the more time you spend here the better.
4️⃣Volunteer… Ideally for something that really means something to you personally.
5️⃣Research… some schools weigh research more heavily than others. I personally hate research, but you gotta just jump through those hoops.
6️⃣Recommendations… Ask for these early, they take the longest to secure usually. Hopefully if you are applying this round you have already done this!
7️⃣Take time for yourself! Please don’t forget this part… I know it is so stressful but spend some time on your hobbies. Crafting, running and yoga were a few of mine. It shows the schools you are not just an application but a real person and gives them talking points for the interview.
Ok I know that was a lot. So thanks if you are still here😅 I plan to doing an ask me anything session soon so stay tuned! Need a 🆓 sample CV, personal statement and timeline? DM me! I’m happy to help. Good luck to everyone applying!

09/15/2017

I'm ready for fall 🍁but still dreaming about the summer 🌞and these custom designed bridesmaid bracelets! Made with love for a very special, tooth-loving bride who tied the knot over the summer 😍 14k gold and peach druzy adorn these dainty little things 🙌 Now bring on the fall!

08/24/2017

to this dreamy OBX beach wedding and the most special couple 💕I'm so glad that I got to be a part of your big day! Wish we could go back!!
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05/29/2017

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