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Jacksonville University’s School of Orthodontics and its dean, Dr. Mark Alarbi, were highlighted recently during National Orthodontics Awareness Month on WTLV’s “First Coast Living” show, with Alarbi discussing ideal times for screenings, treatment options and what JU’s School of Orthodontics has to offer.
According to the Association for American Orthodontists guidelines, screenings for children could occur as early as age 7, Alarbi told the hosts — just when adult teeth start to come in and the time is ripe for intervention.
He also discussed metal braces, ceramic braces, Invisalign clear appliances and more as treatment options.
The School of Orthodontics was praised on the program for being on the cutting-edge of treatment options and patient care.
See the entire interview below:
For more information about orthodontic health, visit www.jusmiles.com or call (904) 256-7846.
The Jacksonville University School of Orthodontics was established in 2003. With eight full-time instructors, one adjunct professor and a research director, it graduates 15 students per year and is considered one of the largest programs nationwide, seeing about 1,500 patients annually. It is one of only 60 programs with full accreditation in Orthodontics & Dentofacial Orthopedics from the American Dental Association’s Commission on Dental Accreditation (CODA) in the United States. The facility offers some of the most sophisticated state-of-the-art technology in the Southeast with braces costing less than many commercial practices. It also offers popular options including color braces and Invisalign® Braces.