New Year, New Smile

New Year! New Smile! New You!

2016

It is a new year and time for new beginnings. Many of us make New Year's resolutions to with the intention of improving our lives. Put Coghlan Orthodontics on the list. This is a wonderful time to take the first steps to a new smile. We offer many options to improve your smile and give you more confidence for the coming year. Even if you think that traditional braces may not be the route for you we have a variety of options for you including Invisalign, braces, or removable retainers. Our new patient exams are complimentary, so do not hesitate to call and schedule an appointment today at 812-332-9269. Let us be a part of your New Year and your New Smile.

Here are a few of our New Year's Resolutions for a Healthy Smile:

• Eat Plenty of Fruits and Vegetables ~ Eating well is important for your dental health!
• Quit Smoking or Using Other Tobacco Products ~ Tobacco use can can cause tooth discolaration, cavities, gum disease, oral and lung cancer, gum recession and tooth loss!
• Limit Your Alcohol Intake ~ Excessive alcohol intake may also contribute to increased gum recession!
• Brush at Least Twice a Day & Floss at Least Once a Day ~ Without proper brushing & flossing, you may develop red, swollen, bleeding gums, which will lead to gum disease!
• See Your Dentist for Regular Checkups ~ By visiting your dentist at least twice a year, you can prevent any dental health problems before they cause discomfort and expensive treatment!  

Be Thankful!

On the fourth Thursday of November, we celebrate Thanksgiving Day!  November is a month for Giving Thanks!  Giving thanks takes practice, however, we can get better at it over time.  November is a month to make gratitude our discipline; take things with gratitude & don't take things for granted. 

Here are a few simple ways to give "Thanks" (not only for November, but all year long):

• Be grateful
• Thank others for what they do
• Pray
• Give a sincere thank you
• Volunteer
• Give a genuine smile or a heartfelt hug
• Be kind & lend a helping hand
• Pay it forward
• Give praise
• Share what you have with others
• Give compliments

CAUTION! Halloween Treats Ahead

Halloween Treats

Don't be TRICKED into eating the forbidden TREATS. 

Halloween is a time for many to indulge in scrumptious treats, although with braces or an orthodontic appliance one must be cautious. Eating incorrect foods can cause breakage of your brackets or appliances and can extend your overall treatment time. Don't be TRICKED into eating the forbidden TREATS.  Here are some examples of treats that are excessively sticky or chewy and should be avoided:  Tootsie Rolls,Taffy, Starburst, Gummies, Bubble Gum,Twizzlers, Skittles, and Caramels, however Sugarless Gum is allowed.

We also encourage avoiding hard candies, such as Jolly Ranchers, Suckers, and Caramel Apples as they will stick to your brackets or appliances and can also cause breakage.

So please be safe while Trick or Treating this year and be selective when choosing  treats to eat!

For alternative treats and Halloween recipes visit our Coghlan Orthodontics Pinterst page:     https://www.pinterest.com/coghlanorthodon/

Orthodontic Health Month

October is National Orthodontic Health Month

WE ARE CELEBRATING!!

In honor of National Orthodontic Health Month we are having a month long celebration!

We are going to provide you with guidelines on appropriate Halloween treats, recipes for alternatives to the sticky, chewy treats, coloring contest, costume photos, guess the candy corn contest, and special treats for all!!

Print off a copy of our coloring page and bring it with you to your next appointment to be entered in our contest. There are three age groups: 3-7, 8-11, and 12+ with prizes awarded to each winner.

Come in to the office, visit us on our Facebook page:
 https://www.facebook.com/pages/Coghlan-Orthodontics/246058248741283?sk=wall
and follow us on Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/coghlanorthodon/
to join in all of the fun all month long!!

We are seeing PINK

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month

We are seeing PINK!!

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, which is an annual campaign to increase awareness and early detection of the disease. While most people are aware of breast cancer, many forget to take the steps to have a plan to detect the disease in its early stages and encourage others to do the same. Make a difference! Spread the word about mammograms and encourage communities, organizations, families and individuals to get involved.

We are raising awareness this month by wearing pink gloves in our office. A portion of the proceeds from the purchase goes to fund breast cancer research and outreach programs. 

So let's take a moment to support those who are battling and to remember those who have lost their courageous battle with the disease. 

Observation Crew

                                   Observation Crew

JOIN OUR OBSERVATION CREW

Not sure if your child is ready for braces?

It is recommended by the American Association of Orthodontics that every child have an orthodontic evaluation around the age of seven.  Although an evaluation is important, many children do not require treatment at this age.  Therefore, we at Coghlan Orthodontics have created an observation program especially for these patients.  Our office will continue to monitor your growth and reevaluate you periodically at no charge.  When Dr. Kevin determines that you could benefit from the orthodontic process, only then will you begin treatment. To schedule your free orthodontic evaluation please call our office at 812-332-9269.

Join our Team!! Hoosiers Outrun Cancer 2015

Please join our team!!

Coghlan Orthodontics is participating in Hoosiers Outrun Cancer on September 26,2015 and we are inviting you to join our team. This is our 5^th year participating in the walk/run and this year we are excited to announce that we are also a corporate sponser. Look for our colorful signs and banner along the zig zag portion of the race.

This year we are celebrating our honorary patient, Cole Winnefeld, brother  to our patient Lauren. He was diagnosed in April 2009 with Neuroblastoma and recently lost his battle. Coghlan Orthodontics is dontating $10 to the Sloan Kettering Cancer Center where Cole was treated, for every participant that joins our team. 

Lauren and Cole Winnefeld

Not able to join us that day? Don’t worry, you can still sign up to be a spirit participant and $10 will still be donated in honor of Cole and your support will continue to help others battling cancer.

To sign up to join our team, click on the link below: 

http://www.hoosiersoutruncancer.org/faf/home/waiver.asp?ievent=1125401

• Agree to the HOC waiver
• Select "Join a team"
• Select "Coghlan Orthodontics" from the drop down menu

For more information on donating to Sloane Kettering Cancer Center in honor of Cole, click on the link below:

https://supportcookiesforkidscancer.org/BATCOLE