Zammitti & Gidaly Orthodontics

A solid oral health routine begins with daily brushing, flossing, and rinsing. Without a consistent oral health regimen, you may begin to experience tooth decay and bacterial infections. Few patients ask Dr. Sal Zammitti and Dr. Matthew P. Gidaly about different mouthwash options, so we’ve put together a list of the conditions that mouthwashes can […]

It’s no secret that New Year’s Eve is one of the most widely celebrated holidays in the world. Dr. Sal Zammitti and Dr. Matthew P. Gidaly and our team love it too. It’s a fresh start, another year of surviving the crazy world we live in, a time to refocus on the things we want

X-rays have been a function of dental healthcare for a long time. That in and of itself should be good news, because it means we’ve had plenty of time to improve them. While there is always some risk in exposure to radiation, dental X-ray exposure has decreased significantly due to all the advances in technology.

There are so many adults and teens in our Concorde, NC office who would love to have their teeth straightened but that are unwilling to go through the long and unsightly process of traditional metal braces. Well, that’s where Invisalign® and Invisalign Teen® come to the rescue; the most advanced clear aligner systems in the

A vital step in your oral health routine is flossing. We hope our patients at Zammitti & Gidaly Orthodontics maintain good oral hygiene, including daily flossing between each visit to our Concorde, NC office. A toothbrush is not always enough to get to the hard-to-reach areas of your mouth. When food remains between your teeth,

Sometimes food that’s good for your body isn’t necessarily the best for your teeth. Dr. Sal Zammitti and Dr. Matthew P. Gidaly and our team want you to know which healthy foods can harm your teeth and gums, and what steps you can take to continue enjoying these foods, even when you’re dieting. When you

Here is some surprising yet worthwhile advice you might be hearing for the first time: Brushing after a meal can be incredibly bad for your teeth if you do it after eating certain foods. Enamel is an extremely hard mineral on the exterior of each of your teeth. It’s actually the hardest substance in the

The electronic toothbrush has undergone several technological advances since the 1960s. Everything from design and bristle motions to rotation, oscillation, and sonic vibration has led to dramatic changes in this necessary tool over time. Rotation oscillation happens when the head of the toothbrush rotates from one direction to the other. The benefit of powered toothbrushes

Crooked or crowded teeth aren’t always just a cosmetic issue; they also are more difficult to clean, which can lead to tooth decay and gum disease. Likewise, if your teeth don’t align properly when you bite (known as malocclusion), this can cause chewing, swallowing, and speaking problems. You can put these risks to rest and

Having teeth encased in braces can be discouraging during Halloween. If you or your child has braces, there are certain candies to avoid this holiday season—and in general—while you have braces. Candy can be tempting, especially for children. But don’t worry; other sweet treat options can readily take their place. Take a look at the