Eagan, MN Orthodontist Promotes Oral Hygiene for National Children’s Dental Health Month

February 9, 2009- ST. PAUL AND MINNEAPOLIS, MINNESOTA – February is National Children’s Dental Health Month and Eagan, MN Orthodontist Dr. Jennifer Eisenhuth is spending the month promoting good oral hygiene among children.

For the past 13 years, Eisenhuth and her staff have visited various organizations and schools to talk about the importance of oral health. This year, she and her staff will give away toothbrushes, dental floss and toothpaste and will focus on several topics that promote good oral hygiene, including:

· Teeth brushing techniques- It takes two minutes to properly brush using short, gentle strokes and devoting extra attention to the gumline, areas around fillings and hard-to-reach areas such as the back teeth. Don’t forget to brush your tongue. Electric and sonic toothbrushes are great to use, too.

· Flossing- hold the floss snugly between thumbs and index finger and insert it between each of the teeth, making sure to go beneath the gumline and curving the floss around the base of each tooth.

· Carbonated, sugary drinks- these drinks create acids that can damage the teeth when mixed with saliva, so they should be avoided. If you’re going to drink one of these drinks, don’t sip on it throughout the day; drink it and then brush your teeth.

· Snack wisely- choose healthy snacks such as cheese, fruits and vegetables and avoid sticky, chewy candies that can stick to the teeth. If you eat these snacks, be sure to brush after doing so.

· Avoid tobacco products- children should avoid peer pressure to try tobacco products for various health reasons, but tobacco use can be detrimental to oral health, too.

· Routine dental visits- you should go to the dentist for professional check-ups and teeth cleaning appointments about every six months.

National Children’s Dental Health Month is in its 60th year. The American Dental Association has spent every February since 1949 working to increase awareness about the importance of oral health. NCDHM messages and materials have reached millions of people in communities across the country since then, according to the ADA Web site (http://www.ada.org/prof/events/featured/ncdhm.asp#general).

“It’s important for children to develop healthy habits at an early age to set the stage for a lifetime of healthy teeth and gums,” Eisenhuth said. “National Children’s Dental Health Month is a great opportunity for us to help make that happen.”

Learn More

If your school or organization would like Dr. Jennifer Eisenhuth and her staff to conduct a presentation during National Children’s Dental Health Month, visit her Web site, www.doctorjennifer.com, or call (651) 406-8100.

If you are in Eagan, MN braces are just a phone call away. Dr. Eisenhuth’s office is located at 3340 Sherman Ct. in Eagan.

About Dr. Jennifer Eisenhuth

Dr. Eisenhuth attended the University of Minnesota Dental School and graduated in the top of her class. She earned the Minnesota Association of Orthodontic Achievement Award and several academic achievement awards. She entered her orthodontic residency at the University of Minnesota and earned a certificate in orthodontics and a Master of Science degree.

Dr. Eisenhuth is a Diplomate of the American Board of Orthodontics.

She takes pride in caring for the orthodontic needs of residents in the Twin Cities- St. Paul and Minneapolis, and their surrounding regions, including Apple Valley and Eagan, Minnesota.

Her office is located at 3340 Sherman Court, Eagan, Minn., 55121.

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Minneapolis, MN Orthodontics Specialist Uses Invisalign in Case Where Traditional Braces Aren’t an Option

Wednesday, Feb. 4, 2009- ST. PAUL AND MINNEAPOLIS, MINNESOTA – In most cases, traditional braces with brackets and wires are the first line of defense in the St. Paul, MN practice orthodontics of Dr. Jennifer Eisenhuth.

But when a patient presented recently with compromised enamel due to a congenital defect in the formation of the teeth, Eisenhuth had to take a different approach to correcting the alignment issues.

For the first time, Eisenhuth used Invisalign Teen. This fairly new Invisalign product was introduced in July by Align Technology, Inc. It was designed to address the specific needs of teenagers seeking orthodontic treatment. For example, the aligners possess features that address the natural eruption of second molars and root control issues common in teenage patients.

Other than that, Invisalign Teen operates in the same fashion as the traditional Invisalign system. It includes a series of clear plastic aligners custom-designed to address the needs of each individual patient. Patients wear each set of aligners for approximately two weeks at a time until the teeth have reached their intended position.

What makes Invisalign Teen slightly different from its parent product is its compliance indicator. The aligners come equipped with a small blue dot that fades with wear. The more patients wear their aligners, the quicker the blue dot disappears.

“The Invisalign trays only work if they are being worn as recommended,” Eisenhuth said. “They don't work when they sit in their case, so the patient has to be committed to wearing the trays as directed to achieve an optimal result.”

Invisalign Teen is a great product for this specific patient, she said, adding, “It was the perfect answer because nothing will be bonded to the enamel, yet we will improve alignment and occlusion with this product.”

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If you would like to learn more about Eagan, MN orthodontics practice or you would like to schedule a consultation with her, please call: (651) 406-8100 or visit her Web site: www.doctorjennifer.com.

About Dr. Jennifer Eisenhuth

Dr. Eisenhuth attended the University of Minnesota Dental School and graduated in the top of her class. She earned the Minnesota Association of Orthodontic Achievement Award and several academic achievement awards. She entered her orthodontic residency at the University of Minnesota and earned a certificate in orthodontics and a Master of Science degree.

Dr. Eisenhuth is a Diplomate of the American Board of Orthodontics.

She takes pride in caring for the orthodontic needs of residents in the Twin Cities- St. Paul and Minneapolis, and their surrounding regions, including Mendota Heights, Inver Grove Heights, Burnsville, Apple Valley and Eagan, Minnesota.

Her office is located at 3340 Sherman Court, Eagan, Minn., 55121.

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Eagan, MN Orthodontist Celebrates Three Years At Location

January 3, 2009- ST. PAUL AND MINNEAPOLIS, MINNESOTA – January marks the third year that Eagan, MN orthodontist Dr. Jennifer Eisenhuth has been at her Sherman Court location.Since she began her career, Eisenhuth’s practice has been known throughout the Twin Cities area as a state-of-the-art clinic that is on the cutting edge of the latest orthodontic technology. When she moved to her current 4,000 square-foot location, the extra room enabled her to share her knowledge by providing continuing education classes on this technology to general dentists and their staff.

Staying “very involved” with advancements in orthodontics brings the responsibility of sharing that information with other dental professionals, Eisenhuth said. The continuing education classes she offers are designed to educate dentists and their staff on the latest appliances and techniques being employed by orthodontists to correct myriad malocclusions in patients of all ages.

“Rather than having their patients come in with new appliances in their mouths that many dentists have never seen, we thought it would be helpful to offer seminars on the latest technology so dentists could gain an understanding of how the new materials and appliances are working,” she said. “This is just another way of providing a high level of communication to the dental community.”

The Eagan location offers many more amenities than the conference room for continuing education. The practice went “paperless” nine years ago, so the office is equipped with computers in each operatory to record patient information. Digital X-ray equipment has eliminated the need for the chemicals that were required to develop traditional X-ray film.

The operatories also are semi-private to allow Eisenhuth’s patients more privacy than is available at most traditional orthodontic clinics, which have open floor plans.

“As we enter our third year here, we will continue to invest in new technology to keep our office a state-of-the-art facility,” Eisenhuth said. “We also will continue to do everything we can to make this a kid-friendly, supportive office where our young patients are excited about being here.”

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If you are in Eagan or Apple Valley, MN, braces are just a phone call away. To learn more about Dr. Jennifer Eisenhuth’s orthodontic practice, please call: (651) 406-8100 or visit Dr. Eisenhuth’s Web site: www.doctorjennifer.com. Her office is located at 3340 Sherman Ct. in Eagan.

About Dr. Jennifer Eisenhuth

Dr. Jennifer Eisenhuth attended the University of Minnesota Dental School and graduated in the top of her class. She earned the Minnesota Association of Orthodontic Achievement Award and several academic achievement awards. She entered her orthodontic residency at the University of Minnesota and earned a certificate in orthodontics and a Master of Science degree.

Dr. Eisenhuth is a Diplomate of the American Board of Orthodontics.

She takes pride in caring for the orthodontic needs of residents in the Twin Cities- St. Paul and Minneapolis, and their surrounding regions, including Apple Valley and Eagan, Minnesota.

Her office is located at 3340 Sherman Court, Eagan, Minn., 55121.

© 2009 Sinai Orthodontist Marketing and Dr. Jennifer Eisenhuth. Authorization to post is granted, with the stipulation that Sinai Marketing is credited as sole source. Linking to other sites from this press release is strictly prohibited, with the exception of herein imbedded links.

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Minneapolis, MN Orthodontist Shares Tips For Selecting A Professional

January 2, 2009- ST. PAUL AND MINNEAPOLIS, MINNESOTA – Many parents will make straight teeth for their children a New Year’s resolution this year.

It’s important for parents and would-be patients to know how to select the best professional for the job, said Minneapolis Orthodontics Dr. Jennifer Eisenhuth.

Knowing the types of questions to ask can go a long way toward finding the right orthodontist for the job.

“This isn’t a decision that should be entered into lightly,” Eisenhuth said. “As with any profession, there are differing personalities, levels of expertise and experience, so you want to choose wisely. This is someone who will be part of your life for the next several months or even years.”


Board Certification

One way to help ensure optimum results throughout orthodontic treatment is to select an orthodontist who has gone through the rigorous process of obtaining certification through The American Board of Orthodontics, said Eisenhuth, a Diplomate of the American Board of Orthodontics.

Potential patients can verify whether an orthodontist is a Diplomate by entering the orthodontist’s name in the ABO Diplomate search on its Web site: www.americanboardortho.com.


Orthodontist vs. Dentist

It seems that everywhere you turn, more general and cosmetic dentists are incorporating orthodontics into their practices, so it’s a good idea to learn a bit about the differences in education when determining whether to select an orthodontist or other dental professional when getting braces, Eisenhuth said.

Dentists and orthodontists all graduate from dental school, but it’s what happens after graduation that separates the professions. An orthodontist is a specialist in that field. Being accepted into an orthodontic residency is a highly competitive process and only the top dental school graduates are accepted.


Questions to Ask

“You absolutely have the right to ask a professional to prove to you why you should select them to perform your procedure,” Eisenhuth said.

These are some questions she suggested patients ask during a consultation:

* When providing treatment for other patients, how often was the treatment time table exceeded?
* Are there patients you can contact and ask about their treatment experience?
* Have they completed a residency and are they board certified?
* Can you see photographic examples of results they have obtained from treatments similar to the type that you require?
* Are there hidden fees, or does the cost outlined include everything from diagnostic records to retention checks?
* Does the treatment plan continue for a period of time after the braces are removed to ensure the teeth remain straight?


Comfort

Especially with children and young teens, it is “extremely beneficial for the patient to be comfortable and excited about the treatment and the level of comfort they have with their orthodontist,” Eisenhuth said. “This makes the overall treatment much easier because the patient is liable to be more compliant.”

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If you would like to learn more about the MN orthodontist, Dr. Jennifer Eisenhuth or you would like to schedule a consultation with her, please call: (651) 406-8100 or visit her Web site: www.doctorjennifer.com.


About Dr. Jennifer Eisenhuth

Dr. Eisenhuth attended the University of Minnesota Dental School and graduated in the top of her class. She earned the Minnesota Association of Orthodontic Achievement Award and several academic achievement awards. She entered her orthodontic residency at the University of Minnesota and earned a certificate in orthodontics and a Master of Science degree.

Dr. Eisenhuth is a Diplomate of the American Board of Orthodontics.

She takes pride in caring for the orthodontic needs of residents in the Twin Cities- St. Paul and Minneapolis, and their surrounding regions, including Apple Valley and Eagan, Minnesota.

Her office is located at 3340 Sherman Court, Eagan, Minn., 55121.


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MN Orthodontist Stresses Importance of Early Orthodontic Treatment

December 19, 2008- ST. PAUL AND MINNEAPOLIS, MINNESOTA – It saddens MN Orthodontist Dr. Jennifer Eisenhuth to see a patient for the first time as a teenager and determine that they are on a surgical path that could have been prevented by early orthodontic treatment.

Advancements in orthodontics have made it possible to correct many problems early on, often eliminating the need for surgery in some cases and reducing future orthodontic treatment time in others.

By age 7, most children have a mixture of baby and adult teeth. At that time, several common orthodontic problems can be detected, according to the American Association of Orthodontics. (http://www.braces.org/beautifulsmile/children/) For that reason, the AAO recommends that children visit an orthodontist for an initial examination by age 7.

“When parents wait until all of their child’s permanent teeth are in, facial growth for that child often is nearing completion,” Eisenhuth said. “When that happens, correcting some malocclusions can be difficult without extractions or orthognathic surgery."

One early intervention product Eisenhuth uses in her practice to prevent permanent tooth extraction in patients when they’re older is the Carriere Distilizer, manufactured by Class One Orthodontics.

This device corrects overjet, which is when the patient’s bite is a full tooth ahead.

“This is a great device to start addressing this issue before putting braces on the patient,” Eisenhuth said. “This is about a four-month process that can decrease the time the patient is in braces and can completely take them out of the extraction category.”

If a patient is past his or her growth spurt, there’s not a lot an orthodontist can do to correct the situation. That is why interceptive treatment is so beneficial. In extreme cases, it can actually prevent surgery.

The priority, provided it doesn’t negatively impact the profile of the patient, is to preserve and maintain all of the permanent teeth, Eisenhuth.

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If you would like to learn more about MN Orthodontist Dr. Jennifer Eisenhuth’s advanced techniques or you would like to schedule a consultation with her, please call: (651) 406-8100 or visit her Web site: www.doctorjennifer.com.

About Dr. Jennifer Eisenhuth

Dr. Eisenhuth attended the University of Minnesota Dental School and graduated in the top of her class. She earned the Minnesota Association of Orthodontic Achievement Award and several academic achievement awards. She entered her orthodontic residency at the University of Minnesota and earned a certificate in orthodontics and a Master of Science degree.

Dr. Eisenhuth is a Diplomate of the American Board of Orthodontics.

She takes pride in caring for the orthodontic needs of residents in the Twin Cities- St. Paul and Minneapolis, and their surrounding regions, including Apple Valley and Eagan, Minnesota.

Her office is located at 3340 Sherman Court, Eagan, Minn., 55121.

© 2008 Sinai Dental Marketing and Dr. Jennifer Eisenhuth. Authorization to post is granted, with the stipulation that Sinai Marketing is credited as sole source. Linking to other sites from this press release is strictly prohibited, with the exception of herein imbedded links.

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Minneapolis Braces Expert Attends Orthodontic Professional Development Event

December 17, 2008- ST. PAUL AND MINNEAPOLIS, MINNESOTA – MN orthodontist expert Dr. Jennifer Eisenhuth recently attended an American Association of Orthodontics professional development event in New York City.

The mid-November event’s topic was “Orthodontist as CEO” and although geared primarily toward honing administration techniques, the event also provided time for sharing information on the latest orthodontic treatment techniques.

Eisenhuth attends several professional development events annually.

“We are committed and dedicated to excellence in orthodontic care,” she said. “This is just one of many events we attend throughout the year in our ongoing effort to remain leaders in the field and to provide the best treatment and overall experience for our patients.”

A portion of the event featured a panel discussion in which the benefits of advanced procedures were discussed.

“There was a great deal of discussion on what’s new in orthodontics and what’s working well across the nation,” Eisenhuth said. “We like to stay on top of modern technology and continuing advancements in orthodontics that will make the procedures more comfortable and more efficient.”

Many advancements not only reduce treatment time, but also decrease the number of office visits required of patients, which makes the orthodontic process more convenient for patients, she said.

Approximately 400 orthodontists from among the top practices in the nation attended the event.

If you would like to learn more about Dr. Jennifer Eisenhuth’s orthodontic practice, please call: (651) 406-8100 or visit Dr. Eisenhuth’s Web site: www.doctorjennifer.com. Her office is located at 3340 Sherman Ct. in Eagan.

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About Dr. Jennifer Eisenhuth

Dr. Eisenhuth attended the University of Minnesota Dental School and graduated in the top of her class. She earned the Minnesota Association of Orthodontic Achievement Award and several academic achievement awards. She entered her orthodontic residency at the University of Minnesota and earned a certificate in orthodontics and a Master of Science degree.

Dr. Eisenhuth is a Diplomate of the American Board of Orthodontics.

She takes pride in caring for the orthodontic needs of residents in the Twin Cities- St. Paul and Minneapolis, and their surrounding regions, including Apple Valley and Eagan, Minnesota.

Her office is located at 3340 Sherman Court, Eagan, MN., 55121.

© 2008 Sinai Dental Internet Marketing and Dr. Jennifer Eisenhuth. Authorization to post is granted, with the stipulation that Sinai Marketing is credited as sole source. Linking to other sites from this press release is strictly prohibited, with the exception of herein imbedded links.

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St. Paul Orthodontist Uses New Anchoring System To Prevent Surgery

November 20, 2008- ST. PAUL AND MINNEAPOLIS, MINNESOTA – St. Paul Invisalign Specialist Dr. Jennifer Eisenhuth is using an anchoring system on patients that prevents the need for surgery in many cases.

Temporary anchoring devices include a complete line of miniscrews, attachments and instruments designed to make temporary anchorage easy, intuitive and effective.

Also known as microimplant screws, Eisenhuth has included them in orthodontic treatment since 2006. These tiny devices provide more strength and stability than many traditional anchoring methods, according to the Ormco Web site (http://ormco.com/index/ormco-products-vector) . Ormco manufactures one type of microimplants.

Microimplants are a relatively new technique, but orthodontists appear to be increasingly willing to use them in their practices because of the excellent results they are achieving, Eisenhuth said.

“These devices allow an orthodontist to get more angles and forces to help move the teeth to treat a wide variety of problems,” Eisenhuth said. “It also can reduce or eliminate the need for a patient to wear head gear in many cases, and it shortens treatment time.”

The microimplants are most useful at providing an orthodontist with an anchor- and the ability to move teeth in one direction without counter-movement, she said.

In the past, orthodontists relied heavily on the molars to serve as anchors when attempting to shift the teeth into proper alignment, Eisenhuth said. This was used especially in cases where the orthodontist needed to pull in a patient’s front teeth that were severely protruded.

Today, Eisenhuth can place microimplants on each side of the jaw in the back and attach elastics to the teeth she wants to move back, she said.

Microimplants are very small- roughly no wider than half the width of a person’s thumbnail and about as big around as the head of a pin.

Placing small screws into the jaw may sound painful, but it can be done relatively painlessly by an oral surgeon or by using the MadaJet Needle-free anesthetic. MadaJet is a virtually pain-free anesthetic device.

The microimplant screw is removed when orthodontic treatment is completed. It takes less than a minute to remove it and causes no pain, Eisenhuth said.

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If you would like to learn more about Dr. Jennifer Eisenhuth’s orthodontics practice or would like to schedule a consultation with her, please call: (651) 406-8100 or visit her Web site: www.doctorjennifer.com.

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About Dr. Jennifer Eisenhuth

Dr. Eisenhuth who is a MN Orthodontist attended the University of Minnesota Dental School and graduated in the top of her class. She earned the Minnesota Association of Orthodontic Achievement Award and several academic achievement awards. She entered her orthodontic residency at the University of Minnesota and earned a certificate in orthodontics and a Master of Science degree.

Dr. Eisenhuth is a Diplomate of the American Board of Orthodontics.

She takes pride in caring for the orthodontic needs of residents in the Twin Cities- St. Paul and Minneapolis, and their surrounding regions, including Mendota Heights, Inver Grove Heights, Burnsville, Apple Valley and Eagan, Minnesota.

Her office is located at 3340 Sherman Court, Eagan, Minn., 55121.

© 2008 Sinai Dental Marketing and Dr. Jennifer Eisenhuth. Authorization to post is granted, with the stipulation that Sinai Marketing is credited as sole source. Linking to other sites from this press release is strictly prohibited, with the exception of herein imbedded links.

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