A few helpful webisodes about orthodontics, from Drs. Kirkpatrick and Lai

Drs. Kirkpatrick and Lai would like to point you to a few interesting webisodes about orthodontics, located on the YouTube page of the American Association of Orthodontics, or AAO. There, they tend to post some very pertinent videos about orthodontic treatment, as well as state-of-the-art technology in orthodontia. These include "Orthodontic Treatment Basics," "Common Bite Problems Seen in Children" and "Does My Child Need Braces?"

We think you may find these webisodes interesting, as well as enlightening. If you have any questions about the videos, or your treatment here at Kirkpatrick & Lai Orthodontics, please give us a call.

Happy New Year from the entire team at Kirkpatrick and Lai Orthodontics!

When should you call Kirkpatrick & Lai Orthodontics?

Our friends at the American Association of Orthodontists (AAO) have put together a helpful list that outlines when you should call the team at Kirkpatrick & Lai Orthodontics. 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 as soon as possible!

Happy holidays!

Kirkpatrick & Lai Orthodontics want to know: What do you love about the holidays?

The holiday season is upon us, and as the doctors and their team at Kirkpatrick & Lai Orthodontics reflect on the year that was, we’d like to ask: What’s your favorite part about the holidays? Being with your loved ones? 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!

Happy Wednesday! From the Kirkpatrick & Lai team.

Patient reviews for Kirkpatrick & Lai Orthodontics

Drs. Kirkpatrick and Lai love getting patient reviews. And lately, the team at Kirkpatrick & Lai Orthodontics, serving Tulsa, Miami, Pryor, Okmulgee, Tahlehquah and surrounding communities, have been getting some pretty great patient testimonials! We thought we'd share some with you today! Happy Wednesday!

"Office hours and number of employees. We have always felt valued as a patient because of the attention we have been given." ~ Becky W.

"They're nice and friendly always helpful and don't mind explaining things. They make sure the parents and the kids know what's going on." ~ Kenneth T.

"The friendly atmosphere. Very welcoming and friendly staff. Doctors are attentive and friendly. My daughter is no longer afraid of Dentist's since she started coming here. Thank you." ~ Doug R.

"Everyone is polite, facilities are very clean, and the service is excellent." ~ Jana M.

"So far I like the tech savviness of the office. I thought the website was very detailed and will probably be extremely helpful throughout my orthodontic work." ~ Amy M.

Distinguishing the Myths and Facts about Orthodontics, from Kirkpatrick & Lai Orthodontics

The doctors and team at Kirkpatrick & Lai Orthodontics know there are quite a few myths about orthodontists circulating around these days. But before you buy into those myths, we think you should get the facts! We came across a great site that helps set the record straight. Our friends at the American Association of Orthodontists have some excellent information on the myths and facts of orthodontics. Check them out today!

Hope this helps! Give us a call if you have any questions!

--The team at Kirkpatrick and Lai Orthodontics