When should you call Dr. Catania?

Our friends at the American Association of Orthodontists (AAO) have put together a helpful list that outlines when you should call Dr. Catania and his team. Here are some early warning signs indicating it’s time to check in with us:


1. Early or late loss of baby teeth
2. Difficulty of chewing or biting
3. Mouth breathing
4. Finger sucking or other oral habits
5. Crowding, misplaced or blocked-out teeth
6. Jaws that shift, make sounds, protrude or retrude
7. Speech difficulty
8. Biting the cheek or biting into the roof of the mouth
9. Protruding teeth
10. Teeth that meet in an abnormal way or don’t meet at all
11. Facial imbalance or asymmetry
12. Grinding or clenching of teeth

Do any of these warning signs fit you? If so, give us a call!

Happy New Year!

Dr. Catania and team wish you happy holidays

The holiday season is upon us, and as Dr. Catania and his team reflect on the year that was, we’d like to ask you, our wonderful patients: What’s your favorite part about the holidays? Being with your loved ones? A clean slate for the new year? Opening presents by the fireplace? All the delicious food? Also, what gift are you most looking forward to getting this year?

We’d love if you shared with us all the things you love about the holidays. Stay warm, and don’t forget to stay away from those sweets!

--From the team at Joseph Catania, DDS

The advantage of SureSmile®, from Dr. Catania

Does the thought of having braces bring you down? Dr. Catania understands that one of the biggest concerns for orthodontic patients with braces is the length of their treatment.

But you’re in luck, because Dr. Catania specializes in SureSmile, high-tech braces that are revolutionizing the orthodontic industry. SureSmile, which combines digital 3-D imaging, has computer-aided treatment planning and customized archwires to straighten teeth about 40 percent faster than traditional braces. The SureSmile program calculates the exact shape and pattern of the teeth and bends and cuts the braces wires, with more precision than traditional braces.

There are three steps. First, Dr. Catania and his team identify the initial tooth position with the patented OraScanner, a wand with a tiny camera attached. The OraScanner creates a precise 3-D digital model of your mouth, which is then uploaded into software that lets Dr. Catania view your mouth and teeth from any angle. Next, the SureSmile system allows us to create your entire treatment plan prior to treatment, using special computer software to analyze the 3-D model of your mouth and develop a custom archwire treatment. Finally, SureSmile’s robotic technology bends Shape Memory Alloy archwires, which can “remember” your prescription.

Results

With SureSmile’s specially programmed archwires, your teeth move more directly into their intended positions. The result for our patients is shortened treatment time and a more comfortable experience in braces.

Once the braces are on it’s only a matter of time before they are taken off revealing beautiful, straight, healthy teeth. With traditional braces a patient is expected to schedule 18 to 20 office visits over two years. With SureSmile, patients average seven to 10 visits and can have their braces off within half the time.

If you’re considering orthodontic treatment, and braces are on the horizon, please contact our office today!

Happy Monday!

Patient reviews for Dr. Catania

Dr. Catania, who serves Fayetteville, Syracuse and surrounding areas, has been receiving some great patient testimonials lately! Check out what our current patients are saying about Dr. Catania and his team! Have a great week!

"Everyone in the office is very friendly and makes the patients feel quite welcome." ~ Jennifer R.

"Everyone on staff is extremely friendly and accommodating, he is comfortable to speak to, takes the time to explain to his patients about their orthodontia, always asks if I have any questions and he always has a SMILE! you can't get that everywhere you go." ~ Marsha S.

"He did a great job with my older child's teeth and is doing the same with my younger child. He has a good disposition and is not condescending." ~ Eric T.

"His commitment to public health. His strong academic background." ~ Peter B.

"He always makes us feel special (like we're his only patient). He is never rushed during appointments and takes a "wait and be patient approach" before application of braces. I also like that he collects winter clothing for the less fortunate." ~ Andrew G.