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Orthodontist Dr. Stephen Yao Puts Braces on Patients of all Ages in San Jose, Santa Clara and Saratoga CA…

Dr. Yao — Sun, 01 Aug 2010 17:12:31 +0000

Adults all over the world are more conscious today about their appearance and your smile is one of the first features people notice. According to an Invisalign survey, 74 % of American women and men believe that an attractive smile is important for getting their dream job, while 84 % fell it is critical for their love lives.

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What actress chose to straighten her teeth with Invisalign before getting married?

Dr. Yao — Thu, 15 Jul 2010 17:23:48 +0000

Any day is a great day to flash a beautiful smile. You don't have to be a movie star to have your teeth straightened before a special occasion in San Jose, Santa Clara or Saratoga CA. Everyone wants to look good for their prom, senior pictures, graduation, applying for a job or like Kathryn Heigl… getting married.
That's right! Kathryn Heigl never worried about her teeth not being straight until she decided to get married. What was the easiest and least emotionally traumatic solution for someone who is in the spotlight and can't be seen wearing braces… Invisalign! At Dr. Stephen Yao Orthodontics, we offer teens and adults the braceless alternative to having the beautiful smile you always wanted.
If you have been thinking about straightening your teeth, contact our office for a complimentary appointment to find out how easy it is to accomplish this with Invisalign. We see every patient in our office as a celebrity and look forward to discussing orthodontic treatment options with you.
See what Kathryn Heigl has to say about Invisalign on YouTube… Leave a comment below and tell us what impact you think a smile has on our day to day lives. As a consumer, we are interested in your opinion.

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Thumbs Down on Thumb Sucking

Dr. Yao — Sat, 01 May 2010 16:17:56 +0000

Children are born with a natural sucking reflex that often evolves into a comfort behavior. It is not at all unusual for an infant or child to find a thumb or finger to calm themselves when tired or upset as a coping mechanism. Ultrasound scans have revealed that thumb sucking can start before birth, as early as 15 weeks from conception. Even though a sucking reflex disappears at about four months of age, some infants will continue to suck their thumb or fingers as a voluntary habit to soothe themselves. It helps provide a sense of security and relaxes children as they fall asleep. Thumb sucking can be one of the most comforting aspects of childhood.

How Amazing Are Kids Today!

Dr. Yao — Wed, 14 Apr 2010 15:16:50 +0000

The Team at Braces for Pretty Faces ran across this video on blip.TV of the Kings Firecrackers performing at an Army/Navy Basketball Game at the US Navel Academy. We couldn't wait to share it with you.

Don't Be Blown Away by Bad Breath In San Jose

Dr. Yao — Mon, 01 Feb 2010 07:05:00 +0000

Bad breath can be a big turn off for most people, especially those that are image-conscious. It is also very annoying for people who deal with the problem. Dr. Stephen Yao and the Team at Braces for Pretty Faces want you to have fresh breath all through treatment, using good oral hygiene habits during treatment will eliminate embarrassment that often occurs with bad breath.

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Lets Protect Each Other During Flu Season in San Jose

Dr. Yao — Tue, 19 Jan 2010 19:46:48 +0000

The flu bug ran rampant in 2009 and is still infecting many in 2010 throughout country. Cold and flu season usually starts in the fall. However, in 2009 it started much earlier. The first documented cases of the flu were reported in late summer.

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What Happens to Gum When We Swallow It?

Dr. Yao — Mon, 14 Dec 2009 20:12:11 +0000

Dr Yao and the Braces For Pretty Faces Team want to dispel an urban legend about chewing gum: if you swallow a wad of gum, it does not sit in your stomach for seven years. In most cases, actually, not even seven days. Chewing gum, although not meant to be swallowed, passes harmlessly through the digestive system and is excreted in the same manner as everything else we eat.

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