Have you seen the sneak preview of the NEW Stone Oak Orthodontics office?

If you haven't had a chance yet, be sure to visited our Facebook page to see all of our photos from the NEW Stone Oak Orthodontics office! We're excited to open soon, so that we can start seeing patients at our new location.

Ask Dr. Norris: What can Invisalign® do for my oral health?

When considering treatment options, patients often ask us how Invisalign treatment is so different than traditional braces. Well, there are more reasons to smile about Invisalign with Stone Oak Orthodontics than you may know. Invisalign is a series of removable aligners that are nearly invisible, and besides straightening your teeth, can improve your oral health. Here’s how:

Healthy gums: Straight teeth allow a close fit for gums. This lessens the gum stress that is caused by crowded or widely spaced teeth, thus also reducing red and swollen gums.

Easy cleaning: Invisalign is removable, therefore brushing and flossing is easier and you are able to maintain a healthy mouth. These habits are vital to avoiding tooth decay, plaque and even gum disease.

Improved speech and chewing: Properly-aligned teeth don’t have the discomfort or compound speech impediments that can be caused by crowded teeth or a deteriorating jawbone.

If you have any questions about Invisalign, just ask Dr. Norris the next time you’re in for an appointment. Or, you may post your question on our Facebook page! You can also read this article for more information on Invisalign and your oral health.

Stone Oak Orthodontics announces our 2010 Patient Appreciation Party!

Have you had a chance to RSVP to the Stone Oak Orthodontics 2010 Patient Appreciation Party? If not, this is an event that you won't want to miss! We are reserving the Palladium Theater to show two different 3-D films. There will also be juggling, a balloon artist, and caricatures for all of our patients! Be sure to RSVP to the event with Ginger at ginger@stoneoakortho.com or by giving our office a call.

You're Invited to:

Who: All of our patients!

What: 2010 Patient Appreciation Party

Where: Palladium at the Rim

When: 10:00am on Saturday, September 25, 2010

Why: To celebrate all of our amazing patients!

Dr Norris at the 2010 SureSmile® Conference

Have you seen this great video of Dr. Norris at the 2010 SureSmile Conference? While learning about the new high-tech braces, which are revolutionizing the orthodontic industry through digital 3-D imaging, he was able to take a short break for some recreational activity!

Next time you're in the office for an appointment, be sure to let us know what you think of this fun video! Also, don't hesitate to give us a call if you have any questions about SureSmile or orthodontic treatment options at Stone Oak Orthodontics.

Have a great week!

-Dr. Norris and team

Did you know that Stone Oak Orthodontics is eco-friendly?

At Stone Oak Orthodontics, our team makes a commitment to sustainable orthodontics. In 2007, our office began work to fulfill Dr. Norris’ commitment to make his office completely “green.” He signed up for the volunteer renewable energy option with CPS Energy, known as Windtricity. In April 2008, Dr. Norris completed a solar energy project at our practice by installing 80 solar panels.

Did you know that Dr. Norris has been featured in the Antonio Express-News numerous times for the eco-friendly practices of Stone Oak Orthodontics? For more information, just visit our website to learn more about our environmental values.

Ask Dr. Norris: Am I too old for braces?

We have one important mission, here at Stone Oak Orthodontics: We strongly believe in developing a personal relationship with each patient, and providing the most comfortable path to a better life through a pleasing smile and dental health. Recently, our doctor and staff at Stone Oak Orthodontics read a fascinating statistic: the number of adults getting braces has actually climbed 24 percent since 1996! Yes, braces help make your pearly whites strong, healthy and perfectly-aligned, but perhaps another reason for the spike in adult braces is due to the fact that people want to look and feel great. In an age—and society—where looks matter as much as anything, adults are choosing—wisely, we might add—to invest in orthodontics. Orthodontic treatment with Dr. Norris can be successful at any age, and adults especially appreciate the benefits of a beautiful smile.

If you’ve been thinking about getting that perfect smile, Dr. Norris would love to have you visit for a consultation. Please give us a call to set one up!

SureSmile® makes an appearance on ABC’s “The Doctors”

Last fall, on an episode of ABC's "The Doctors," Dr. Thomas Lee of Oxnard, California, was interviewed in front of a live audience and demonstrated SureSmile technology and discussed treatment benefits for orthodontists and their patients. Dr. Lee's 14-year-old patient, Nina, who had just completed SureSmile treatment, was part of the segment as well, and spoke positively about her SureSmile treatment experience.

SureSmile is a software program that facilitates the precise positioning of a patient’s teeth placement for orthodontic braces. This treatment decreases treatment time and the number of necessary office visits for patients by nearly half! Did you know Dr. Norris is a certified SureSmile provider? Give us a call and ask for more information!