Zammitti & Gidaly Orthodontics

The dog days of summer are upon us, and what better time for Dr. Sal Zammitti and Dr. Matthew P. Gidaly and our team to ask our patients about their summer! Whether you visited our nation’s capital, went on a camping trip, or just stayed in Concorde, NC and relaxed, we want to know how […]

Many adults and teens in our Concorde, NC office would love to have their teeth straightened but are unwilling to go through the long and often embarrassing process of wearing traditional metal braces. Invisalign® and Invisalign Teen® clear aligners offer the perfect solution: They’re the most advanced clear aligner systems in the world! If you’re

Well, of course, they already are working for you—as an essential part of the alignment process. Rubber bands, also known as elastic ligatures, are used to secure the wires inside your brackets. But bands can be more than functional. Since the ligatures around each bracket are replaced when you visit our office, why not use that opportunity

Despite the common assumption that braces are for kids, more and more adults are choosing to pursue orthodontics to correct their smiles. Just hearing the word “braces” and picturing a mouth full of metal can cause many grownups to hesitate about getting treatment for a straighter smile. We’re here to give you the information you

If you are wearing braces and are planning a vacation, our team at Zammitti & Gidaly Orthodontics would suggest that you be prepared. We put together a list of items that will be handy to have with you at all times while you are out of town. They include: Toothpick, flosspick, or other interdental cleaners

It may come as a surprise to learn that dogs, like humans, have both baby and adult teeth. Most dogs, unlike humans, have all of their adult teeth by the time they are seven months old, so it’s time to start looking after their dental health when they are still puppies. While dogs generally don’t develop

The team at Zammitti & Gidaly Orthodontics loves to help adults achieve straighter teeth and a beautiful smile. If you are considering getting braces, here are some things you’ll need to know. Can braces work for adults? The good news is that braces work for just about anyone. There are several different types of braces,

We probably all remember sitting through history lessons during our schooling years. Revolutionary war heroes, English royals, and pop-culture icons filled the pages of our textbooks. Although you may recall a detail or two about their historical significance, how much do you know about their teeth? Picture England in the mid 1500s. People wore frilly

For centuries, many have believed in messages written in the stars and constellations. Some people look to their astrological sign to understand their personalities and preferences better, and even to foresee their destiny. Whether you’re a firm believer in astrology or just read your horoscope for fun now and then, your perfect band color according

Did you know your toothbrush could be covered with almost ten million germs? We know … it’s gross! That’s why you should know how to store your toothbrush properly, and when it’s time to replace it.If you need to brush up on your toothbrush care knowledge, we’ve got you covered so brushing will always leave