An orthodontic emergency is an urgent situation related to your orthodontic treatment, such as a protruding wire or a loose appliance. In most cases an orthodontic emergency is not a true emergency, as it is …
Can You Get Braces Just on Your Bottom Teeth?
Braces are a common orthodontic treatment. They consist of brackets and wires that attach to your teeth in order to shift them into proper alignment. Braces are capable of straightening your teeth and aligning your …
How to Determine If You Need Braces
Are you wondering if you or your child needs braces? Orthodontic treatment has become so commonplace that it is less a matter of if, than when. It is rare for anyone’s teeth to come in …
A Rubber Band’s Job With Braces
Braces are an orthodontic treatment used to straighten your teeth and align your bite. They can improve the health of your teeth, mouth, and jaw, as well as your smile. Braces are most commonly recommended …
What To Do when Your Braces Hurt
Braces are the most common type of orthodontic treatment. Many people will need some type of orthodontic intervention in their lifetime, and braces will likely be it. Although they are highly effective at straightening teeth …
Why Are My Teeth Shifting?
Have your teeth moved or shifted from their previous positions? You may have noticed that your teeth feel different or that they look different when you smile in the mirror. This may happen for a …
What is Wax for Braces?
Will you soon be getting braces? Braces are an orthodontic treatment used to straighten teeth and align the bite. They are most commonly worn by children in their adolescent years, but many adults also get …
Film Scene Summer Contest
Summer Contest! FilmScene in the Park is an outdoor cinema located at Chauncey Swan Park in Iowa City, and this year I am proud to be the sponsor! Admission is FREE and open to the …
How Do Braces Work?
Orthodontics is the field of dental study focused on straightening your teeth and overall smile. Orthodontists use a variety of treatments to correct teeth alignment, including traditional metal braces. Metal braces have been so effective, …
The Differences Between Braces & Clear Aligners
Many children will need some orthodontic treatment in their lifetime, typically between the ages of 10 and 15. Many adults are choosing to get orthodontic treatment either because they never had it when they were …
Could I Be a Candidate for Invisalign?
Invisalign is for patients who want straighter teeth without the problems associated with traditional braces. Invisalign is more comfortable and more discreet than ordinary braces. However, only some patients are good candidates for this product. …
What Age Should a Child Get Braces?
Orthodontic treatment is an important part of growth and development for many children. It is rare for the teeth to come in in proper alignment without some intervention. Braces are the most common orthodontic treatment …
What Can You Eat With Braces?
When you first get braces, you will receive a list of foods to avoid because they could damage your braces. Some foods can bend or break your archwire or cause brackets to pop off, resulting …
Can You Eat With Invisalign?
By now, most patients have heard about Invisalign. It’s the treatment plan that helps straighten your teeth without the hassle and inconvenience of traditional metal braces. Invisalign is known to be comfortable and discreet. However, …
What to Expect During Your First Days of Braces
Getting braces can be very exciting. It is the first step on the road to a straighter, healthier smile. But with the addition of the brackets and wires, you will face a few changes – …
4 Ways to Relieve Braces Discomfort
Making the decision to get braces can change your life. When your treatment is done, you will be left with a more beautiful, straighter smile than you ever imagined. Of course, to get to the …
How Do You Brush Your Teeth With Braces?
Braces are a great way to get a healthy, beautiful smile, but brackets and wires can make dental hygiene a bit more challenging. It’s important, however, to make sure that you’re cleaning your teeth properly …
How Much Do Braces Cost For Kids in Iowa City
Braces are an excellent investment in your child’s future smile and dental health. They straighten crooked teeth, correct bites and misalignment, fix gaps between teeth, improve speaking and chewing functions, and give your child a …
What To Expect At Your Invisalign Consultation
Are you interested in Invisalign? Invisalign is a clear aligner system for straightening teeth and realigning bite patterns. As an alternative to braces, Invisalign uses clear plastic trays that fit over the teeth to gently …
How Much Do Adult Braces Cost
The cost of braces for adults depends on a number of factors, including the type of treatment needed and the length of time the treatment may be recommended. Just like every person, every mouth is …
How Do I Know if I’m Picking The Right Orthodontist?
When you or your child prepares to begin orthodontic treatment, you’ll need to find an orthodontist who is experienced, well respected, and most of all devoted to helping you. Here is a checklist of items …
How Does Invisalign Work?
If you need your teeth straightened but don’t want to wear traditional braces, Invisalign may offer an effective alternative. Using these clear aligners straightens teeth without drawing attention to the mouth. Let’s discuss how the …
What Candy Can You Eat With Braces
Kids love candy. Adults, too. There is something about the sweet, sugary stuff that just helps us find our happy place – even if only for a moment. For those with braces, however, that momentary …
Invisalign vs Braces
When it comes to straightening teeth, there are two main options for orthodontic treatment: Invisalign and braces. Braces have been around for centuries and have changed a lot over the years due to advancements in …
How to Your Clean Invisalign Trays
Are you a new Invisalign patient? Or are you considering Invisalign treatment? Invisalign is an orthodontic treatment that straightens the teeth using clear plastic trays that fit over the teeth. It may take you a …
How Do You Floss with Braces?
Getting braces means making a few adjustments to your daily life. You may need to change your eating habits as well as your oral hygiene habits. Brushing your teeth with braces requires a slightly different …
How Long Does Invisalign Take to Straighten Teeth?
When it comes to choosing an orthodontic treatment, there are a few different criteria that can be used to compare them, such as cost and effectiveness. One other criteria to consider is length of treatment …
How Much Do Braces Cost in Iowa City, IA?
Does your child need braces? Or are you considering getting them for yourself? It is very rare for someone’s teeth to come in perfectly straight with no need for any orthodontic corrections. Some people need …
Advantages of Invisalign for Teens
Invisalign is an orthodontic treatment used as an alternative to braces. The system repositions the teeth using clear plastic aligners that fit over the teeth. Invisalign has been shown to be an effective option for …
Foods To Avoid With Braces
Did you recently get braces? Or perhaps you’re getting them soon? Part of getting braces involves getting a list of foods you should avoid. Knowing ahead of time allows you to enjoy those forbidden foods …
When Should My Child See an Orthodontist?
Kids start going to the dentist at an early age, even as young as six months. Cleaning and monitoring of the teeth will take place over the next several years, addressing issues as they arise. …
How Much Does Invisalign Cost in Iowa City, IA?
Are you considering Invisalign for yourself or your child? Invisalign is gaining popularity as more people would rather straighten their teeth in a less noticeable, more comfortable way. Invisalign has many advantages over traditional braces, …
How Long Do You Have to Wear Braces?
Are you or your child thinking about getting braces? Whether this is a recommendation from your dentist or just something you’ve always wanted to do for yourself, you probably have some questions. One of the …
Easing the Pain of Shifting Teeth
Getting braces is an exciting time; it means you’re that much closer to a beautiful, straight smile. Dr. Suzanne Stock, Orthodontist, is proud to offer children, teens, and adults orthodontic treatment like braces and Invisalign. Our …
Why Early Orthodontic Treatment Is Important
When it comes to your child’s teeth and visiting the orthodontist, did you know that earlier may be better than later? According to the American Association of Orthodontists, kids should have an initial orthodontic screening …
The Importance Of Wearing Your Retainer
The moment you’ve been waiting for is almost here – the day you get your braces off! Now that you have that straight smile, it’s time to make sure it lasts a lifetime. Dr. Suzanne Stock, …
Playing Sports with Braces
Athletic sports are a great way to exercise and burn energy. Dr. Stock, your Iowa City orthodontist, recommends always wearing a mouthguard while playing sports to protect your teeth and your braces. Mouthguards are important for …
How To Use Wax For Your Braces
Getting braces or any orthodontic appliance can be a bit of an adjustment period. At our Iowa City orthodontics office, Dr. Stock wants to do everything in her power to make your transition to orthodontic treatment smooth …
Braces Build Confidence
Are you embarrassed about how your smile looks? Do you try to cover your teeth when laughing? Do you dream of having straight, gorgeous teeth so you can smile proudly? These feelings are common among …
Treats That Are Safe To Eat With Braces
Dr. Suzanne Stock has been building beautiful, flourishing smiles for a great number of years, and we’d love to do the same for you! Our mission is to treat every patient on an individual level …
Invisalign Benefits
At the office of Dr. Suzanne Stock, we’re proud to help patients throughout southeast Iowa achieve gorgeous, healthy smiles through comprehensive orthodontic treatment. We offer a variety of treatment options at our office, and while traditional metal …
Important COVID-19 Update
We hope this post finds you and your family in good health. We are so excited that we will get to see our patients soon! While many things have changed, one thing has remained the …
Coronavirus Update
Dr. Suzanne Stock, Orthodontist, understands the severity of COVID-19 (Coronavirus) and all of the team members are deeply concerned about the health and wellbeing of our patients and community. Our hearts go out to anyone …
Thanksgiving Foods & Your Braces
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 …
Taking Care Of Your Braces At School
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 …
Dr. Stock’s Summer Photo Contest
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. …
How Young Is Too Young For Braces?
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 …
How Long Will I Have To Wear Braces?
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 …
How Teens’ Smiles Affect Their Confidence
When we say it’s our goal at Dr. Stock’s office to give all our patients straight smiles, it’s not simply for cosmetic reasons. Our braces treatments can make a person’s smile look beautiful, but it can do …
Smiling & Happiness Statistics
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 …
Orthodontic Treatment: When Should My Child Start?
As a provider of early orthodontic treatment, it is Dr. Stock’s mission to set children on the path toward a lifetime of great oral health. By visiting your orthodontist in Iowa City, you’ll have the opportunity …
Annual Food Drive
Come Together To Stamp Out Hunger 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 …
License Plate Design Contest
It’s contest time again at Dr. Suzanne Stock’s orthodontics practice! Inspired by the new Iowa license plate design and the contest to choose the best design at the Iowa State Fair, our team decided to …
Back to School with Braces
Dental Care For The New School Year! 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. …
How to Care for Your Braces While You’re on Vacation
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 …
The Summer Of Minecraft Is Here!
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 …
Paws For A Cause 2017 Is Coming!
Iowa City Coming Together With Our 4-Legged Friends 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 …
History of Orthodontics
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 …
Our New Contest: Where In the World?
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 …
Fashion to the Rescue Charity Event
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 …
September Contest
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 …
Another Successful Arts Festival in Iowa City with Dr. Stock
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 …
Welcome Monica To Our Practice
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 …
Paws for a Cause in Iowa City
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. …