Rad Orthodontics, your local Under Armour mouth guard provider

We hope you had a wonderful and relaxing Thanksgiving weekend! Did you know Rad Orthodontics now offers Under Armour Performance Mouthwear powered by Armourbite Technology? The custom-built mouthguards improve performance for athletes in any sport, from soccer to hockey to golf! The benefits include increased strength due to improved airflow and less stress from clenching, increased endurance by reducing lactic acid build-up, faster reaction times, reduced athletic stress and reduced impact.

Learn more by visiting Under Armour's official website, or give us a call today!

Happy Thanksgiving from Rad Orthodontics!

With Thanksgiving almost upon us, it's a great time to ask ourselves what we're thankful for. With our friends and family around us, we celebrate the blessings given to us in the past year. Our staff at Rad Orthodontics thought we'd ask: What are you thankful for this holiday season? Do you have any Thanksgiving wishes you would like to share?

Drs. Mehdy and David Rad and our entire team would like to wish you a safe and happy Thanksgiving. It’s a big food holiday, so be careful what you eat with those braces! If you have any stories or photos to share with us, we’d encourage you to send them along or post them on our Facebook page!

Happy Thanksgiving!

Ask Rad Orthodontics: Why are regular dental checkups so important during my treatment?

Are you brushing and flossing daily properly during your orthodontic treatment? If your answer is yes, we think that’s great! But, don’t forget that it’s also important for you to visit your general dentist every 3-to-6 months in addition to brushing your teeth and flossing (and visiting Rad Orthodontics, of course). Regular dental checkups are important for maintaining good oral health, especially during orthodontic treatment with Dr. Rad.

Your general dentist can check for problems that might not be seen or felt, detect cavities and early signs of decay, treat oral health problems early and show you how to properly brush and floss your teeth.

During an oral exam your dentist can check the health of your mouth, teeth, gums, cheeks and tongue. Checkups will also include a thorough teeth cleaning and polishing. If you have not been to the dentist in the last six months, let us know during your next visit and we will provide a few great references in Potomac, College Park or the greater Washington D.C. area!

Join Rad Orthodontics on Facebook!

At Rad Orthodontics, we value the relationships we have developed with our patients in College Park, Potomac, Washington D.C. and surrounding communities. Even if you only see us for your appointment on a regular basis, did you know that you can now connect with us on Facebook?

There, we share office news, announcements, updates and patient photos, so we encourage you to check us out! By "Liking" our page, you will receive updates from our office automatically in your news feed!

See you on Facebook and have a wonderful rest of the week,

- Dr. Rad and team

Ask Dr. Rad: What's the deal with all those Halloween treats?

As Halloween nears closer and closer, our staff at Rad Orthodontics know a lot parents here in College Park, Potomac and Washington D.C. are worried about their kids going overboard on candies this weekend.

All those sweet, sour and sticky candies may taste great, but these treats are known to damage teeth, as well as braces! Did you know sour candies can be acidic to your teeth, and actually wear down the enamel that protects them? This can cause tooth decay and cavities! In addition, we also want your child to steer clear of sticky, chewy, gummy and nutty goodies.

Our friends at the American Association of Orthodontists recommend softer treats, such as soft chocolate or peanut butter cups, or melt-in-your-mouth foods. Trick-or-treaters who indulge should make sure they brush and floss between teeth, around brackets and at the gum line. If damage occurs, call Dr. Rad as soon as possible.

We hope everyone has a fun, safe and scary Halloween!

Staying healthy this cold season, from Rad Orthodontics

Here we go again: it's officially cold and flu season, and once again time to remind our patients at Rad Orthodontics to try and steer clear of that cold that's been going around lately.

To promote a healthy and clean environment, we give a great deal of attention to sanitation and sterilization in both our Potomac and College Park offices at all times, as well as following all requirements for sterilizing instruments and work surfaces.

For the protection of other patients, Drs. Rad and our staff, we always ask that patients reschedule their appointments if they have any type of cold or illness that can infect others.

Maintaining and protecting oral hygiene equipment is also important this flu season. To protect your toothbrush from bacteria follow these steps:

• 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 toothbrush after every cold or flu or every 3-4 months when bristles appear worn

Hope this helps! Stay healthy this fall!

Rad Orthodontics, Invisalign Elite Providers in Maryland

While you probably know that we offer Invisalign treatment at Rad Orthodontics, did you know that Dr. Mehdy Rad is an Invisalign Elite Provider?

You're probably thinking: Ok, so what does this certification mean?

It means Dr. Rad is specially trained in the Invisalign system of clear removable aligners, and has had extensive experience working with the system with his patients. Elite Providers like Dr. Rad have achieved the highest level of experience with the Invisalign system, and are the top 1% of Invisalign providers in the entire country!

If you are considering the Invisalign system, give us a call at our convenient Potomac or College Park locations to schedule a complimentary consultation. During this appointment, we can work with you to determine if the Invisalign system is right for you!

Happy Monday!