Joseph Catania, DDS sponsors Aeropostale’s Teens for Jeans

Dr. Catania and our team are committed to making orthodontics convenient, affordable and gentle, while creating an atmosphere that is fun and positive. We are currently sponsoring the 4th annual Aeropostale Teens for Jeans, which is a program that empowers the community to take action on youth homelessness. All donated jeans will be donated to local homeless shelters and charity organizations.

Now through February 13 our office is a Teens for Jeans drop off location. We will be accepting gently worn jeans during our regular business hours, from both patients and community members. Be sure to ask us for a Aeropostale coupon when you make your donation- we are offering each donor a coupon for 25% off of new jeans at Aeropostale.

Thanks for your support!

Today marks the 25th anniversary of MLK Day

The activism of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. was integral to the U.S. civil rights movement of the 1950s and ‘60s. As the social justice leader once said, “Life’s most persistent and urgent question is: ‘What are you doing for others?’” There are many ways that you may answer this question, whether it is by participating in a environmental impact project, volunteering through an education program, or serving veterans and military families. Are you in search of a Day of Service project? You can always ask Dr. Catania, or visit the Martin Luther King, Jr. Day of Service website.

All of us here at Joseph Catania, DDS would love to hear what you’re doing for others in Fayetteville, NY community. We encourage you to share any pictures, videos, or information about your Day of Service project on our Facebook page. Happy MLK Day!

Connect with the Braces Brigade!

At Dr. Catania's office, our patients want to get as much out of their treatment as possible. That includes asking a lot of questions and making sure they take care of both their appliances and oral health.

Would you like to learn more about what to expect during orthodontic treatment, from someone with firsthand experience? Our friends at the American Association of Orthodontists (AAO) recently developed the Braces Brigade blog, where past, present, as well as future orthodontic patients from coast to coast document their (or their child’s) orthodontic journeys. The blog will serve as a source of guidance for others as the patients undergo orthodontic care.

Our team at Joseph Catania, DDS encourages you to visit the Braces Brigade blog to read these great and informative blogs—who knows, maybe you’ll learn a thing or two! As always, don’t hesitate to give us a call if you have any questions about the Braces Brigade or your own orthodontic treatment with Dr. Catania!

Cold and Flu Season is Here - It's Time to Replace Your Toothbrush!

Winter is upon us, and with it comes the dreaded cold and flu season. After recovering from your cold, Dr. Catania will tell you one of the most important steps you can take to avoid becoming reinfected is replacing your toothbrush!

Germs are known to linger on the bristles, and you risk prolonging your sickness by continuing to use the same toothbrush. Be smart - keep a spare, just in case! To protect your toothbrush from bacteria all year long, consider the following tips:

• Wash your hands before and after brushing
• Allow the brush to air dry after each use, harmful bacteria dies after being exposed to oxygen
• Store the toothbrush in an upright position to allow water to drain and dry faster
• Replace your toothbrush every 3-4 months. Worn bristles are less effective in properly cleaning your teeth, and can actually be damaging to teeth if used too long!

We hope these tips help! Feel free to call us at Joseph Catania, DDS if you have any questions or ask us on Facebook.