What People Are Saying About TS Orthodontics

At TS Orthodontics, we have gotten some great feedback from our patients! We wanted to take a minute to share some of that feedback with you!!

"After researching and meeting with several Orthodontist we were exceptionally lucky to come across Dr. Scanlan and his staff. Their level of commitment to their patients is undeniable."

"...Dr. Scanlan took extra time making sure I was fully aware of the process of the road to straight teeth. He even identified a couple of issues that went undetected by other orthodontists. I feel very confident being in his care."

"My daughter loves going to Dr Scanlan's office. Every week I hear 'Mom when do I see Dr Scanlan again'? My daughter now wants to work in the orthodontic field when she's an adult. I recommend Dr. Scanlan and team to anyone who needs braces."

"Dr. Scanlan and braces have totally changed our 9 year old son's dental hygiene! We never have to remind his about brushing, flossing etc."

"I'm a full time college student and I just had braces put on and at first I was terrified but Dr. Scanlan and his team have made the process so easy!"

"You owe it to yourself and your family to have the best professional and person treatment. Please go visit Dr. Scanlan and the TS Orthodontics team."

"Dr. Scanlan came up with a treatment plan that was very adaptable for my life. I have had Invisalign for 7 months and found it to be very comfortable and effective. I am SO happy that I finally am getting the treatment that I have wanted/needed for a long time."

"This is the best! We have already seen a huge difference in each of our childrens smiles in the past 7 months of wearing the Sure-Smile wires."

"Dr. Scanlan and all of the staff are extremely nice and professional! We would highly recommend TS Orthodontist to everyone!

For even more feedback, go to Google, search for TS Orthodontics and click on the reviews link!

1st Annual Christmas Tree Contest Winner!

We are proud to announce

Dr. Scott Miller's office as the winner of

Dr. Scanlan's 1st Annual Christmas Tree Contest!

Thanks to all of the offices who participated in the contest! Everyone did a great job!!

Braces-Friendly Halloween Treat!

Halloween is a tempting time of year for sticky, chewy and crunchy candy.
Dr. Scanlan and his team want to remind you to stay away from foods that might break or damage your braces. We also want to help you out a little by sharing a tasty, creepy Halloween treat that is most definitely braces-friendly! Enjoy!!

PEANUT BUTTER EYEBALLS*

Ingredients:

1/4 cup butter, completely softened
2 cups plus 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
1 cup creamy peanut butter
1 1/2 cups toasted rice cereal (like Rice Krispies)
12 ounces of white chocolate
1 tablespoon vegetable oil Food coloring - two colors

Directions: Combine the butter, powdered sugar, and peanut butter in the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with a paddle attachment. Mix on low speed until well combined. (If you have no mixer, this can be done by hand). Then mix in the toasted rice cereal. Using your hands, form into 1/2-ounce balls (the size of a large marble) and refrigerate until firm (about 1 hour). Place the white chocolate in a microwave-safe bowl. Melt, adding vegetable oil partway through. After all chocolate is melted, stir until smooth. Dip the balls, one at a time into the melted white chocolate mix, using a fork to roll them around so they are entirely coated then remove them from the chocolate and set on a waxed paper lined sheet pan. Chill to set up about 30 minutes. Separate remaining white chocolate into two bowls and add 1-2 drops of food coloring each to tint each bowl a different color. Reheat chocolate if necessary and, using a small spoon, place a dollop of the colored chocolate on the eyeball to make an iris. Use a smaller drop of the contrasting color for the pupil. Let the chocolate set, place balls in individual mini muffin papers and serve. Makes 36 balls.

*Courtesy of Celebrity Pastry Chef Gale Gand

Back to School Commercial Contest Winner!

We are happy to announce Evan C. as the winner of our

Back to School Commercial Contest!

Evan entered his commercial and won a Dell netbook!!!

Congratulations, Evan!!!

ABCCM Crisis Ministries Food Drive

Dr. Scanlan will be participating in the ABCCM Crisis Ministries food drive and we need your help!
There is a serious need for the following items:

• Cereals (hot and cold)
• Canned fruit
• Quick Grits®
• Jellies
• Canned juices
• Canned meats (Spam, tuna, etc.)
• Peanut butter
• Spaghetti sauces
• Powdered milk
• Vegetable oil

Please bring your canned items into the 131 McDowell Street office and you can enter to win a drawing for a $50.00 Ingles gift card!

Fun Facts and Trivia About Braces and Teeth

Here are some fun facts and trivia from bracesinfo.com that we thought you might enjoy!

• Dr Charles Tweed was the first certified orthodontist in the US.

• The first "braces" were constructed by Pierre Fauchard in 1728. Fauchard's "braces" consisted of a flat strip of metal, which was connected to teeth by pieces of thread.

• Bands were invented by Schange in 1841. The first bands consisted of a strip of metal, with a screw to adjust their size.

• Orthodontic Brackets were invented by Edward Angle in 1915. The brackets consisted of little hooks of metal, which were attached to bands which went around your teeth.

• Dr Angle modified his design, producing the edgewise bracket in 1928. If you or your parents got braces before 1970, they probably got braces similar to those invented by Dr Angle

• If you are right handed, you will tend to chew your food on your right side. If you are left-handed, you will tend to chew your food on your left side.

• If one identical twin grows up without a given tooth coming in, the second identical twin will usually also grow up without the tooth

• If the roof of your mouth is narrow, you are more prone to snore since you are not getting enough oxygen through your nose.

• If your jaw is broken, they put it together with special screws.

• You will get fewer cavities if you eat a bag of candy in one sitting and then brush your teeth than if you slowly eat the candy a piece at a time all day.


(ttp://www.bracesinfo.com/bracfact.html)

Orthodontic Emergencies

In an effort to make your orthodontic journey as smooth as possible I am posting this information. Even if you are not having any problems with your braces this video will help you understand how to deal with situtations should they arise.



Whether you are at home, out and about in Asheville or on a trip we are only a few clicks away to give you as much help as we can.

Doctor Scanlan in the News

Here is how Dr. Scanlan is improving the standard of care for straightening your teeth

The New Way to Straighten your Teeth

Modern medicine improves our lives. Orthodontics is no exception.

Doctor Scanlan is the first and only Orthodontist to bring an exciting and innovative technology to Western North Carolina.

Now Braces in Asheville, Hendersonville and surrounding counties is state-of-the-art

-Suresmile technology offers results that are:

• Quicker
• More comfortable
• More predictable

Call Doctor Scanlan for your complimentary consultation today