If you're looking to straighten your teeth...

Go see Dr. Balaban in Melville (631) 385-3146.

I went to him in February of last year to straighten my teeth. I have always felt bad about my smile and went to several orthos to find out about having them corrected. The first one told me that I would need to have metal braces and have four teeth pulled in front (two on the top and two on the bottom); the second told me I didn't need the teeth pulled, but that I'd need metal braces for 3 years; finally I saw Dr. B, not only did he tell me that I didn't need metal braces, that I could use Invisalign, that I didn't need teeth pulled, but he also told me he could have my teeth straight in 18 months. I was thrilled because at my age I did not want traditional braces and the Ivisalign is unnoticable. My treatment started in March and by July 17, 2005, my teeth were almost perfect. I was so happy when I got my proofs that my teeth looked perfect. I didn't loose one picture to my former hideous smile. I just wanted to pass this info on to anyone else who is uncomfortable with their smile.

Kelly

Thanks, Kelly. I'm glad you're happy! Funny you should mention. I had my teeth Brite Smile-d before our wedding by Dr. Raskin in Valley Stream (my dentist doesn't do any of those goodies). I have a slight space in my 2 front teeth that I always hated. I'm thinking of (wish I'd thought of it before the wedding) getting them bonded. They're not bad like Madonna's...but I do have that small space. Maybe I'll contact your doctor to price shop. My DH thinks I'm being silly and that I'm neurotic. Maybe so but I'm thinking about it.....good thing they love us how we are, though, right?!