Our Blog | Dr. Suzanne Stock Orthodontics

11/13/2019

Thanksgiving is a wonderful time of family bonding, unwinding, and, of course, indulging in an abundance of food. While people wearing braces can still take part in the fun and festivities that come with this beloved holiday, it's important that they be mindful of which foods are safe to consume and which put your changing smiles at risk.

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Taking Care Of Your Braces At School

09/17/2019

Summer is over and school is back in session and that can be quite stressful for those who are starting school with a new addition: braces. It is important to ensure that kids are confident in knowing how to care for their braces throughout the school day and if any issues arise.

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Dr. Stock's Summer Photo Contest

07/13/2018

It’s summer again, and that means it’s time for another one of Dr. Stock’s favorite contests, where you can win some amazing prizes and have some summer fun at the same time. This year, Dr. Stock is looking for some amazing photos that are taken by you! So it’s time to start channeling your inner photographer, adjust your shutter speed and exposure settings, or just get out your phone and take some quick snaps.

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How Young Is Too Young For Braces?

05/02/2018

At Dr. Suzanne Stock Orthodontist, we've helped patients of all ages throughout southeast Iowa achieve healthy, beautiful smiles through orthodontic treatment. Sometimes, the best way to create a great smile is to start the process early – but if you're like most parents, you're not sure just how early that should be. If you've been wondering if your child is too young for braces and when you should bring them to the orthodontist, we can help.

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How Long Will I Have To Wear Braces?

04/09/2018

One of the most common concerns of patients before they get braces is often wondering what the treatment length will be. The aspect of wearing braces for potentially a long time may seem daunting, but Dr. Suzanne Stock and her team are committed to making the treatment process as comfortable as possible for all patients. No matter the course of treatment, we believe in our ability to empower our patients during treatment and also to help them look forward to having a great, healthy smile when all is said and done.

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How Teens’ Smiles Affect Their Confidence

03/07/2018

It probably doesn’t come as a surprise that a teen’s smile can greatly affect his or her confidence. After all, one of the things that a person of any age gains the most confidence from is in having a clean and attractive appearance – especially since other people form their first impressions based upon the way that a person looks. One of the cornerstones of a great appearance is having a beautiful smile. Looking great will make others view that person more positively – which will end up boosting his or her confidence.

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Smiling & Happiness Statistics

03/01/2018

Dr. Suzanne Stock and her team are proud to provide expert orthodontic treatment to patients in and around Fairfield, Washington, Williamsburg, and Iowa City. We believe that a new smile is about more than just improving your appearance: having a smile you're proud to show off improves your confidence, your self-esteem, and your happiness overall. As it turns out, we're not alone in this belief. In fact, don’t take our word for it—check out the science behind it!

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Orthodontic Treatment: When Should My Child Start?

01/21/2018

One of the most common questions we are asked by parents is “When should my child get braces?” While this is a difficult question to answer as no two patients are the same, there’s actually a standard procedure that should be followed…and it all starts with a trip to the orthodontist.

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Dr. Stock’s Food Drive Returns!

12/01/2017

The holidays are a time of giving, from giving thanks for the things we have to giving presents and spreading joy. So, with an outburst of holiday spirit comes the glorious return of Dr. Stock’s food drive, so we can all come together and give back to our community and help those in need. All donations will be sent to the Johnson County Crisis Center before New Years, so bring those cans to your next appointment with us and donate! Oh did we forget to mention that there’s a prize?

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License Plate Design Contest

10/10/2017

Win Your Very Own Drone By Designing Your Own Custom, Iowa License Plate. Learn More About This Contest & How To Enter Today With Suzanne Stock Orthodontics!

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Back to School with Braces

09/17/2017

With the summer behind us, it’s time to start thinking about the start of school! We know going back to school can be an exciting time for children. There are so many new opportunities and experiences waiting for them on the first day! However, it can be a stressful time for students who recently got their braces. Students who go back to school with braces have a new responsibility in addition to the homework and extracurricular activities they will be involved in. These students will need to alter their daily routine to ensure they are properly caring for their braces! Whether you visit our Iowa City, Fairfield, Washington, or Williamsburg office, our orthodontic team is happy to provide some tips on how to best care for braces during the school year.

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How to Care for Your Braces While You're on Vacation

07/12/2017

Summer’s finally here and for many people that means one thing: vacation time! While vacations are generally a time to relax and set aside all your worries about everyday life, braces are unfortunately one thing that can’t be ignored for very long; they require constant, attentive care.

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The Summer Of Minecraft Is Here!

06/22/2017

With the summer upon us, Dr. Suzanne Stock, Orthodontist, is thrilled to announce that we’re bringing back our favorite contest, so you can win some amazing prizes; the summer of Minecraft is here! Just like how we love to create new smiles, we know that there are lots of you out there that love to create astounding things in Minecraft. It’s time to gear up, mine that ore, and build your greatest creation!

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Paws For A Cause 2017 Is Coming!

06/07/2017

Dr. Suzanne Stock, the Iowa City Animal Care & Adoption Center, and other local businesses of Iowa City are joining forces again this year to bring the wonderful Paws For A Cause event to our community. We are proud to sponsor this event that benefits our best friends on four legs, helping raise funds to provide consistent, quality care to all of the dogs at the Iowa City Animal Care & Adoption Center.

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History of Orthodontics

05/19/2017

As your trusted choice for orthodontics in and around Iowa City, Dr. Suzanne Stock and her orthodontic team aren’t just proud to offer you high-quality orthodontic treatments – we also want to provide you with top-notch orthodontic care.

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Our New Contest: Where In the World?

01/30/2017

At the office of Dr. Suzanne Stock, we're extremely grateful for our patients, and we're always looking for ways to give back to them. That's why we're excited to announce our newest patient contest: Where in the World? It's a fun, light-hearted way for our patients to get involved and offers multiple opportunities to win awesome prizes.

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Fashion to the Rescue Charity Event

11/22/2016

When you’re looking for an orthodontist in Iowa City, Williamsburg, Washington, or Fairfield, Iowa, Dr. Suzanne Stock Orthodontist strives to be your top choice. As your trusted Iowa City orthodontist, we don’t just provide a variety of high quality orthodontic treatments – we show a commitment to care. Not only do we provide our patients with an unparalleled level of orthodontic care, but we’re also dedicated to giving back to the community through our charity events. We’d like to take this time to let you know about one of our events coming up soon, Fashion to the Rescue.

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September Contest

09/28/2016

At the orthodontic office of Dr. Stock, we specialize in high-quality orthodontic treatments for those in and around the Iowa City, Fairfield, Washington, and Williamsburg, Iowa areas. What differentiates us from other orthodontists is our commitment to making the orthodontic experience more pleasurable for kids. We want to encourage children to embrace their orthodontic treatment by making orthodontics fun! One of the ways we accomplish this is through the events that we hold for our patients, including the contest that we’re currently running for the month of September.

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Another Successful Arts Festival in Iowa City with Dr. Stock

07/21/2016

At the office of Dr. Suzanne Stock, we feel blessed to get to be a part of the thriving Iowa City community, and we look for every opportunity we can to give back. That's why we were excited to get to sponsor the Family Stage at the Iowa Arts Festival this year. We had an excellent time, and it was a wonderful opportunity for us to give something back to the community and see some of our own patients having a blast!

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Welcome Monica To Our Practice

05/18/2016

Dr. Suzanne Stock and her highly trained staff are proud to provide the highest quality of orthodontic treatment for patients living in Iowa City, Fairfield, Washington, and Williamsburg, Iowa. Whether you’re looking for metal braces for your child, or want to improve your own smile with Invisalign, Dr. Stock will go above and beyond to create a personalized treatment plan based on your specific needs. We strive to provide you the best care possible, which is why we always want top talent on our team.

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Paws for a Cause in Iowa City

05/01/2016

Join Dr. Stock & the Friends of the Animal Center Foundation on May 14th!

If you’re looking for something fun to do on the weekend of May 14th, then we have news for you! Dr. Suzanne Stock, the Friends of the Animal Center Foundation, and other local businesses have teamed up to bring you Paws for a Cause. If you have a dog to walk or if you just want to join in on all our other activities, we highly encourage you to come. Below you’ll find all the details about the event and information on how our patients can win a $250 Amazon gift card.

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