Thursday, March 25, 2010

Get to know our staff, part three!

Meet Claire and Erin!

Claire
Clinical Assistant


I have been a part of Dr. Green’s team since 2005 as a clinical orthodontic assistant. Recently, my husband, Robert and I welcomed a new addition to our family. Bobby joins his big sister Caroline. I enjoy play Wii, Carolina football and spending time with my family. My favorite part of working in the orthodontic field is our patients.







Erin
Lab Technician

I am a former United States Army Specialist and joined Dr. Green in 2007. My husband and I have 2 girls, Bree and Penny. Not only am I an employee, but I am also a patient currently in braces. I make most of the appliances our patients wear, i.e., retainers and expanders. I take pride in my work to make sure the appliances are comfortable and work properly.

Tuesday, March 23, 2010

Get to know our staff, part two!

Yesterday, you became more familiar with Angela, Jill, Katie and Mairead. Today, we thought we'd introduce you to Julie, Kay, Margaret and Nancy. Part three coming Thursday!


Julie
State Certified Orthodontic Assistant

I am a state certified orthodontic assistant working in this field for 12 years, 6 ½ of those years for Dr. Green. I have a wonderful family including my husband Chico and my two awesome children, Jay and Tori. We live in Lexington and enjoy spending time together as a family. I enjoy listening to music. I love the technical part of orthodontics and the technology we use in our office.







Kay
Office Manager/Treatment Coordinator

I have been in the orthodontic field for 18 years, 10 of those years with Dr. Green. My husband and I enjoy traveling and spending time with our daughter and son-in law. My main objective is to acquaint our patients with our office and orthodontics making sure they have a complete understanding of the orthodontic treatment recommendations presented by Dr. Green. If you have any questions regarding our office contact me at 787-1601 or email ktimms@greenorthodontics.com.




Margaret
Appointment Coordinator

I am a graduate of the University of South Carolina with a BA in Early Childhood Education. I have been Dr. Green’s appointment coordinator since 2008. I enjoy going out for a fun night with family and friends. My joy of being around people makes my job fun and I enjoy welcoming our new patients as well as the existing ones helping them with their appointments.







Nancy
National Board Certified Orthodontic Assistant

I have been in the dental field for over 30 years and involved with orthodontics for close to 26 years and with Dr. Green for the last 10 years. Eight years ago I became National board certified in orthodontics. I enjoy spending time with my husband, children and grandchildren, exercising and being outdoors. It’s so much fun to watch the children grow up in the office and then finally to see them finish with beautiful smiles. Also, our adult patients are the best.

Monday, March 22, 2010

Get to know the staff at Green Orthodontics!

You see us all the time, but perhaps you’ve wondered, “Hmm, I’d like to get to know Dr. Green’s staff a little better.” Well, today is your lucky day. Below you’ll find staff bios for Angela, Jill, Katie and Mairead. Tomorrow, we'll introduce you to more of our great staffers!


Angela
Clinical Assistant

I have worked in the orthodontic field for 7 years and with Dr. Green for 6 ½ of those years. My husband John and I have 2 boys, JJ age 4 and Logan age 3. I enjoy shopping, scrapbooking and spending time with family and friends. I love getting to know our patients and watch them become more confident and excited when the braces come off.







Jill
Clinical Assistant

I joined Dr. Green’s team in 2008 as a clinical orthodontic assistant. I enjoy hiking, playing sports and volunteering at my church. My favorite part of orthodontics is getting to know our patients and helping Dr. Green create beautiful smiles that last a lifetime.










Katie
Financial Coordinator

I am a graduate of the College of Charleston and joined Dr. Green in 2008 as financial coordinator. I currently oversee all financial contracts, insurance and flexible spending accounts. I enjoy spending time with family and friends. If you have any questions throughout your treatment regarding your account contact me at 787-1601 or email kmorse@greenorthodontics.com.







Mairead
Clinical Assistant

I graduated from Greenville Tech in May 2008 as a dental assistant. After graduation I worked for a general dentist. My desire to work in the orthodontic field became a reality when I joined Dr. Green’s office in 2009. I enjoy watching the Carolina Gamecocks, going to the beach and working with Dr. Green to help our patients achieve a beautiful and healthy smile.

Monday, March 15, 2010

The Green Orthodontics team at the 9th annual Damon Forum!

Dr. Green recently took his staff to a continuing education seminar to Phoenix, Arizona to attend the annual Damon Forum. This meeting was designed to further our knowledge on the Damon brace system. We had the privilege of hearing Dr. Dwight Damon, founder of the Damon brace system speak on the mechanics behind the Damon System. During this three day seminar, we also had the opportunity to learn from other prestigious orthodontists from around the world speak about their experiences with the Damon System. The Damon Forum challenged us in our own thought process and to take our patient care to a higher level. We learned many new concepts with emphasis on orthodontics being face driven so that smiles not only look fantastic when treatment is finished but also look fantastic as we get older. We are excited that we can accomplish all of this with more efficiency and greater patient comfort with Damon braces. Our main objective is continuing to create beautiful smiles that last a lifetime.

Tuesday, March 9, 2010

Invisalign® treatment at Green Orthodontics: What's the advantage?

Part of what makes Invisalign "work," is that the treatment is customizable for some many different kinds of mouths. To find out if you are the right candidate for Invisalign treatment, the first thing Dr. Green does is take an impression of your teeth as they are now -- and digitize it. Using special software, we look at the current positioning of your teeth and compare it to the way your teeth should look.

Next we use special software to map out the exact path your teeth will take from the beginning of your treatment to the end. Based on the results, a set of custom aligners are created just for your teeth. Throughout the course of treatment, you will be required to wear these clear, removable aligners one at a time; each one moving your teeth closer and closer to their final, perfectly aligned position. The best thing about it all? Nobody around you will even know you are wearing braces!

Dr. Green is a certified Invisalign provider. If you have any questions about Invisalign, or would like to find out if you are a candidate for Invisalign treatment, please give us a call.

Friday, March 5, 2010

Ask Dr. Green: Who benefits from braces?

Braces aren’t just for pre-adolescents and teenagers anymore! Dr. Nettles Green will tell you that anyone, at any age, can benefit from orthodontic treatment, whether it’s correcting a problem not treated in your younger years, or catching a problem early.

To ensure the best overall treatment, the American Association of Orthodontists, or AAO, recommends that children receive an orthodontic consultation as early as age seven. If a problem is evident, taking action early can spare a lot of treatment and expense down the road.

If you never received orthodontic treatment when you were young, don’t worry! You’re never too old for a beautiful smile. Set up an appointment for a consultation at Green Orthodontics and find out how adult orthodontics will transform your smile, as well as your life!