Halloween safety tips, from Chad Johnson Orthodontics

Trick-or-treat! In the spirit of October’s sweet and spooky holiday, Halloween, Dr. Johnson would like to remind all of our patients to be safe while celebrating with friends and family. The American Association of Orthodontists, or AAO, has provided trick-or-treaters with some tips for a ghoulishly good time.

A few Halloween safety guidelines:
• Young children should always be accompanied by an adult
• Carry a flashlight
• Wear a light-colored or reflective costume
• Choose face paint over masks for young ghosts and goblins
• Have an adult inspect all treats before the children dig in

Many treats can cause havoc for trick-or-treaters who are going through orthodontic treatment. If you happen to damage your braces, please give Dr. Johnson and our staff a call immediately. Typically, small problems can be solved over the phone.

More happy patients at Chad Johnson Orthodontics!

Dr. Johnson and team, serving Harrisburg, NC and surrounding areas, deliver the highest quality orthodontic care in a personalized environment. We make orthodontic treatment fun and enjoyable. Just see what our patients have to say!

"I am currently a patient of Dr. Johnson. My two children will soon be patients. We are thoroughly pleased with this office. The check in is quick with the computer, Danielle is extremely nice and helpful, and everybody is caring and smiley! We hardly ever have to wait before we see the doctor. Thanks Dr. Johnson!"

"I like going to Chad Johnson's office for my check-ups. It's easy to check in with the computer and I never have to wait long. The office is so clean. I would recommend Chad Johnson to anyone who needs orthodontic work. Chad Johnson and the rest of the staff are all really nice and friendly.‎"

"I just started going to Dr.Johnson and I already love it! I was very nervous about going, but once I got there and saw how clean, and nice looking the place was, I wasnt nervous anymore! You don't have to wait forever in the reception area, and the staff are really nice! When I got my braces put on, they didn't mess up, or anything! My dentist Dr.Jason Martin told me about this orthodontist, and im so glad he did! They know what they are doing and I highly recommend this orthodontist for everyone! Chad Johnson Orthodontics is awesome!"

A great braces-friendly fall recipe, from Chad Johnson Orthodontics

In celebration of National Orthodontic Health Month, our team at Chad Johnson Orthodontics would like to share a great braces-friendly Halloween recipe with all of our patients, courtesy of the American Association of Orthodontics, or AAO. This Spooktacular Pumpkin Cake is delicious, and provided that you remember to brush and floss after indulging, this treat will not cause damage to your beautiful smile.

Spooktacular Pumpkin Cake

Ingredients:

1 pkg. yellow or white cake mix
½ cup vegetable oil
4 eggs
1 cup canned pumpkin
¾ cup sugar
1 tsp. cinnamon
Dash of nutmeg
¼ cup water (add 2 tbl. of water if eggs are small)

Directions:

Put cake mix in a large bowl. Make an indentation in the center and pour in the oil and one egg. Mix using mixer, then add the rest of the eggs one at a time, beating after each one.

Add pumpkin, sugar, spices, and then water.

Bake in greased and floured tube pan in 350 degree oven for 60-70 minutes (depending on oven calibration). Cool before removing from pan.

Dr. Johnson asks: Have you entered our Creepy Crawler Contest?

Have you visited the Harrisburg, NC office of Chad Johnson Orthodontics lately? Now through Oct. 31, we would like to invite all of our patients to participate in our Creepy Crawler Contest. If you guess the correct number of candy corn that are in the jar, then you could win 25 BRACE BUCKS!

We can't wait to see all of your Creeper Crawler Contest entries! As always, feel free to give us a call if you have any questions about the contest, or your orthodontic treatment with Dr. Johnson.

-Chad Johnson Orthodontics

October is National Orthodontic Health Month

Did you know that it is National Orthodontic Health Month? Dr. Johnson knows how tempting this time of the year can be for your sweet tooth. With all of the sticky, hard, and chewy treats that are often passed around to trick-or-treaters, it is sometimes difficult to find orthodontic-friendly options.

However, there is good news! Today, we would like to share with a few braces-friendly deserts, courtesy of the American Association of Orthodontics, or AAO. These treats are delicious, and provided that you brush and floss after indulging, these foods will not damage your beautiful smile.

Orthodontic-Friendly Treats
• Soft, melt-in-your-mouth chocolates
• Peanut butter cups
• Milk shakes
• Gelatin
• Peeled, thinly sliced apples
• Ice cream

As always, feel free to give us a call if you have any questions about braces-friendly foods. We also encourage all of our patients to stop by our Harrisburg, NC office to enter our Creepy Crawler Contest for a chance to win 25 Brace Bucks!

Chad Johnson Orthodontics supports our patients in the Walk Now for Autism Speaks

At Chad Johnson Orthodontics, it is our #1 goal is to provide the highest quality orthodontic care in a family-based, high-technology practice. Dr. Johnson and our team always likes to spread the word about good causes and events within our community. That's why we wanted to share that Walk Now for Autism Speaks is on Oct. 9, 2010. So far, the walk has been able to raise $225,542 to benefit the fight against Autism. Our team is especially proud to support our patients KG, Kaelyn and Kelli E. with their cause.

To make a donation in support of the Walk Now for Autism Speaks, feel free to visit the walk's website.



Thank you,

-Chad Johnson Orthodontics