At Addiego Orthodontics, easy access to your account information

At Addiego Orthodontics, we embrace new technology, whether it is through the innovative orthodontic treatments that we offer, our high-tech web site and social networks, or our modern office in Manahawkin, NJ.

Did you know that patients at our office have access to their account 24 hours a day, seven days a week—all through our web site? You can look up your appointments and all of your account details at your convenience, from the comfort of your own home! You can even receive appointment reminders through email or text messages!

You, too, can sign up for this convenient service on our web site by clicking on the "Patient Login" button on our homepage. Please give us a call if you have any questions about getting started!

Age 7 is the magic number for an orthodontic check-up

Many parents assume they must wait until their child has all of his or her permanent teeth to see Dr. Addiego, only to discover treatment would have been much easier if started earlier. Did you know the American Association of Orthodontists recommends that every child have an orthodontic check-up no later than age seven?

That’s right—seven.

Ok, so what’s so great about age seven, you ask? Enough permanent teeth have arrived for us to make a determination about whether any problems are present. The first molars have come in, providing an opportunity to check for malocclusion, or “bad bite.” Also, the incisors have begun to come in, and problems such as crowding, deep bites and open bites can be detected.

Orthodontic evaluation at an early age provides one of two positive outcomes: For some, early identification or problems will lead to easier or shorter orthodontic treatment in the future. For others, a healthy prognosis will provide immediate peace of mind.

Early evaluation, of course, may signal a need for early treatment. For some children, early treatment can prevent physical and emotional trauma. Aside from spurring on years of harmful teasing, misaligned teeth are also prone to injury and are detrimental to good oral hygiene. So, if your child is nearing his or her seventh birthday, give us a call at Addiego Orthodontics to schedule a complimentary consultation.

The Three A's of Addiego Orthodontics in Manahawkin, New Jersey

At Addiego Orthodontics, we believe in providing excellent orthodontic care to the Manahawkin community through a process we call "The Three A's".

Availability - We know there is life between appointments at our office, and that's why Dr. Addiego and the staff are available for help, day or night!

Amicability - Our office is designed to be fun and comfortable for our patients and their families. You can play video games while waiting for your appointment, and we hold contests and events for our patients too!

Ability - Dr. Addiego and his team have years of training and experience, and continue to educate themselves by participating in continuing education courses around the world! Our modern office has some of the most advanced technology available in orthodontics, such the Invisalign system of invisible braces!

Whether you are 8 or 80, anyone can benefit from orthodontic treatment at Addiego Orthodontics. Call us today at 609-488-4940 to schedule a free orthodontic consultation!

What’s so special about an Orthodontist?

"Dentists, Orthodontists, they're all the same right?" We hear our patients asking this question as they wonder about the difference between an orthodontist and a dentist. Before becoming an orthodontist Dr. Addiego started out in dental school and earned a DDS (dental degree), just like your dentist. After dental school however, Dr. Addiego decided he wanted to learn more about orthodontics, which is one of nine specialties within the dental field. So he stayed in school for a few more years and became an expert in orthodontics; which focuses on tooth and jaw alignment and bite problems like overbites and under bites.

Other dental specialties you may have heard of include endodontic (focusing on the soft tissue inside your teeth), periodontic (focusing on the gums and other tissues surrounding your teeth) and prosthodontic (focusing on restoring and replacing damaged teeth).

Isn't it nice to know there's a dental expert here to help you through any type of treatment your teeth, jaw and gums might need?