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What Are Invisalign Attachments?

by Dr. Robert Passamano What Are Invisalign Attachments? One of the keys to successful Invisalign Orthodontic treatment is the use of Invisalign Attachments (also known as … Invisalign Studs … Bumps … ‘Invisalign Braces’ …Things …)  They are, specifically, small bumps  or shapes of orthodontic bonding material that stay on the teeth during Invisalign Orthodontic treatment. […]

How To Clean a Crusty Invisalign Tray or Retainer at Home

  How to Clean a Crusty Invisalign or Retainers at Home by Dr. Robert Passamano Have you noticed your Invisalign trays starting to get CRUSTY, YELLOW or GNARLY-Looking?  Well … We are going to show you how to professionally clean your Invisalign Tray with some household supplies AT HOME!   How to Clean a Crusty Invisalign Trays or Retainers?  What you […]

2013 Invisalign Award for Difficult Cases

Passamano Orthodontics was awarded the 2013 Invisalign Award for clinical efficiency and treatment case complexity.  Drs. James and Robert Passamano and staff have put many hours into our Invisalign training, treatment planning, design and implementation.  “The awards speaks volume to the time and effort that goes into our Invisalign treatment,” said Dr. James Passamano. (Pictured […]

Who has the 2014 SuperBowl ‘Best Smile’

by Dr. Robert Passamano This year’s SuperBowl matchup features the Denver Broncos vs the Seattle Seahawks.  With all the hype building up to the big event, it wouldn’t be the biggest sporting event in America without picking ‘Best Smile.’  This year’s matchup of Best Smiles are Doug Baldwin, wide receiver for the Seattle Seahawks and Ronnie […]

How to Take Perfect Wedding Day Photos – Wedding Day-Ready Smile!

by Dr. Robert Passamano This blog is for the newly engaged or about to be engaged.  One of the early wedding checklist items is to “Get in Wedding Day Shape.”  This means to get your body ready by joining a gym or personal trainer, practice your hair style and whiten / straighten your teeth.  Celebrity […]

How to Clean / Brush Your Braces at Home (Orthodontic)

Brushing with braces is TOUGH!! And don’t forget about flossing too. Flossing is so difficult that often patients don’t even bother.  Here are some helpful tips that will make it easier to keep your teeth clean during braces.  #1 Brush for 4 Minutes Braces are ‘food traps’ and must be cleaned twice as much. DOUBLE YOUR BRUSHING TIME.  4 minutes […]

2012 Invisalign World Conference

Orthodontists from all over the world gathered at the 2012 Invisalign Summit Conference in Las Vegas to increase their knowledge and expertise of Invisalign and Invisalign Teen.  Drs. James and Robert Passamano were there to learn all the new ideas and tricks straight from Invisalign’s doctors and technicians. They were the first to see new […]

2010 Invisalign Gallery Finalist

The Invisalign Gallery recognizes orthodontists across North America who have achieved successful clinical outcomes using Invisalign aligners.  Among thousands of entries, Dr. James Passamano was chosen by peer-0rthodontists to be a 2010 Invisalign Finalist.  His patient’s case appeared at the Invisalign Gallery at the 2010 Invisalign Summit. Dr. Passamano is proud to be one of the top […]

Visit to Invisalign Headquarters in Costa Rica

In March of 2012, Dr. James Passamano had the opportunity to visit the Invisalign International facility in Costa Rica.  This ‘study club‘ visit to Costa Rica helped further his knowledge of Invisalign by learning the many internal processes.  Dr. Passamano says the most important part was the study club visit was to meet with his […]

How To Clean a Crusty Retainer (Invisalign or Orthodontic)

We’re going to show you how to clean a Crusty Orthodontic Retainer (or Invisalign Retainer) at home!  If you’re actually wearing your retainers, it’s hard not to notice them becoming dirty; and you can’t brush that stuff off!  That’s because the calcium and other minerals in your saliva have attached themselves to your retainer similar to […]

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