Mom and four kids gain improved smiles, healthier teeth, more self-confidence

(ISSUED SUMMER 2014)  —  It’s a fairly new phenomenon: Parents and their children having braces at the same time.  In recent years, Dr. Robert Chavez and Dr. Andrew Chase of ARCH Orthodontics have had numerous multiple-patient families in which one or both parents and three or four offspring have undergone an Orthodontic regimen. ARCH has nine offices south of Boston and on Cape Cod so they’re in a good position to spot such trends.

A good example is a local family in which mom Barbara and her four children ages 9 to 17 all are or have been  patients at ARCH’s Bridgewater office. “I first got braces with Dr. Chase and Dr. Chavez when I was in my 30’s,” says Barbara. “My husband had them as a teenager and his teeth look great. I was envious and wanted my teeth to look just as good, both for self-improvement and to be less self-conscious when speaking or smiling.”

Fast forward and it turned out that all four of Barbara’s offspring needed Orthodontic work:  The 17 year-old high school junior and 15 year-old freshman both had their braces removed in 2013 but still use retainers. Another son, 13,  started his Orthodontic treatment last December, and Barbara’s 9 year-old daughter got her first appliance in February.  Barbara notes, “The ARCH staff makes it easy and stress-free to manage. They’re friendly, appointments are punctual, and the office is well-run.”

“Having been through it, I am a good coach and cheerleader, especially on the days after adjustments when it may be a bit uncomfortable,” smiles Barbara. “I assure them it will feel better, I know what they’re going through, and they know that braces are a means to a wonderful end – a great smile. Our first two children are basically done, and the younger two can see their brothers’ dramatic results.  Nowadays, braces are accepted by their peers without the stigma of the old days.”

Dr. Chase reflects on the multi-generational family phenomenon: “It is becoming more common when we are finishing up a child’s case and reviewing their successes, that a parent says, ‘I’m next.’ It is an emotionally rewarding feeling for me as a practitioner to hear those words. It tells me that I have done my job as a specialist to make a difference in the lives of not just the patient, but their entire family.”

How can a family afford Orthodontics for so many members? Barbara says dental insurance covers some of the cost. Payment is easier thanks to ARCH’s “very fair payment plan.” And, she says, “Having healthy teeth and a great smile and the self-confidence that brings is worth it to us. We make choices and sacrifices along the way. Maybe our cars are a bit older, but instead of car payments, we have great smile and healthy teeth payments. It depends on what your family chooses to focus on.”

Dr. Chavez says a key to ARCH’s success is adherence  to 5 core values: Support, Professionalism, Integrity, Respect and Excellence. “The acronym SPIRE makes it easy to remember and implement with every patient.” ARCH Orthodontics offers free consultations for all ages – a $500 value – and no-interest financing.  Call 1-800-28-SMILE, email smilemaker@archorthodontics.com or visit http://www.sesameblogs.com/archorthodontics.

(Issued SPRING)  — Dr. Robert Chavez and Dr. Andrew Chase of ARCH Orthodontics are the featured guests on two ‘Wellness Hour’ health issues programs airing several times during June on WBPX TV in eastern Massachusetts.  ARCH operates 7 offices south of Boston and two on Cape Cod.

The half-hour ‘Smile Makeover’ programs are being shown 8 times in June. Viewers can find the network on their local cable/satellite provider. (see schedule below.) ‘The Wellness Hour’ is hosted by Randy Alvarez.

To view the programs on your computer or mobile device, follow these links: Dr. Chase:  http://youtu.be/_8UF3IEwhkw, and Dr. Chavez:  http://youtu.be/kMMAmOo6JCs. You can also find the programs at the website www.wellnesshour.com — and enter either Dr. Chase or Dr. Chavez in the ‘search’ box. Many people prefer to record the show using their DVR.  (WBPX-TV is on virtual channel 68  and UHF digital channel 32),

Dr. Chavez, founder of ARCH Orthodontics, who has been practicing Orthodontics for 40 years, says, “This program is part of our ongoing awareness campaign to improve smiles, to which we have dedicated our lives. I can’t think of more productive, satisfying and enjoyable work.” ARCH is the Official Orthodontist of Miss Massachusetts. To schedule a complimentary consultation at ARCH (a $500 value), call 1-800-28 SMILE or visit http://www.sesameblogs.com/archorthodontics.

TV Schedule – JUNE 2014
ARCH Orthodontics’ ‘SMILE MAKEOVER’ Program on ION Network’s ‘The Wellness Hour
Featuring Dr. Robert Chavez & Dr. Andrew Chase
(WBPX-TV- check local listings)

 

	06/03/14	Tuesday	7:00 AM		Dr Chavez
	06/04/14	Wednesday	10:30 AM		Dr Chase
	06/10/14	Tuesday	7:00 AM		Dr Chavez
	06/11/14	Wednesday	10:30 AM		Dr Chase
	06/17/14	Tuesday	7:00 AM		Dr Chavez
	06/18/14	Wednesday	10:30 AM		Dr Chase
	06/24/14	Tuesday	7:00 AM		Dr Chavez
	06/25/14	Wednesday	10:30 AM		Dr Chase

If you have been thinking about what it would be like to see you, in a mirror, with a beautiful smile, or your child, the first step, after that thought, is to schedule a complimentary visit to ARCH Orthodontics. During this free consultation we will listen to your concerns and address your questions. After diagnostic photos and x-rays, we will discuss, together, treatment options that would best suit you or your child’s individual needs.

Here are the most frequent questions we hear from patients during their initial Orthodontic consultation:

• What needs be done to get a great smile?
• How long will it take to achieve my goal?
• What can I expect while I am under care, and will it be uncomfortable?
• How often do I need to visit the office, and will the appointments be convenient for my schedule?
• How much will it cost, what will my insurance pay, and what payment arrangements can be created.

We have the answers to your smile questions. A complimentary visit will start the process. Our web site gives much information as well as before and after photos, it is where many answers may be found prior to your initial consultation. Our team at ARCH Orthodontics is happy to answer all your questions and to explain all aspects of your treatment plan….the expected outcome: You are gonna love your smile.

We believe your Orthodontic experience will be great, hassle-free, and most importantly, leave you with the confidence that only a wonderful smile can.

Call today: 800 28 SMILE (800 287-6453)

Program Give New Smiles to Disadvantaged Kids

(Issued SPRING/ SUMMER 2014)  —  ARCH Orthodontics has teamed up with Smiles Change Lives (www.smileschangelives.org ), a noted national Orthodontic program that helps children from low-income families, whose self-esteem  was impacted by having crooked teeth, receive Orthodontic treatment.

Across the U.S., 750 Orthodontists are participating and over 5,000 children have received life-changing Orthodontic treatment through the program.

Dr. Robert Chavez, who founded ARCH Orthodontics  (www.ArchOrthodontics.,com) in Stoughton (Mass.) 40 years ago and now operates 9 offices with his son Dr. Andrew Chase, says Smiles Change Lives (SCL) is a natural fit: “We have treated thousands of children through the years and we appreciate the enormous changes that occur – both physically and emotionally – when a child has the benefits of a new smile.  We are reaching out to give children a chance for a confident and bright future, free of peer ridicule.”

Dr. Chavez says he likes the Smiles Change Lives model, matching selected children who need Orthodontic treatment with caring Orthodontists. Each family must agree to abide by SCL rules and contribute a relatively small amount to SCL.  These funds help recruit more doctors. In this way, each family truly “pays it forward”: By helping their own child, they enable another child to be treated.  Since its inception, 99% of the children approved have successfully completed treatment.

It is estimated that 20% of all American children are living with moderate to severe malocclusions. Many come from working families living in poverty. Without assistance, these children will not receive the treatment they need.  Smiles Change Lives serves kids who suffer from the social, emotional and physical repercussions of dental deformities such as cleft palates or missing, broken and impacted teeth. Many have difficulty speaking and chewing. Others suffer with constant pain.  Interested families meeting can learn more and start the application process at info@smileschangelives.org or 888-900-3554. 

Dr. Chavez and Dr. Chase have a long history of giving back to the communities they serve. Dr. Chavez is a founding member of the Stoughton Youth Commission and has served since 1978 as an Associate Surgeon at Brigham & Women’s Hospital focusing on children with complex  maxillofacial issues. Both he and Dr. Chase have volunteered for Operation Smile, providing free surgeries to disadvantaged children around the world with cleft palate and other oral deformities.

ARCH Orthodontics offers free consultations for all ages – a $500 value – and no-interest financing.  Call 1-800-28-SMILE, email smilemaker@archorthodontics.com or visit http://www.sesameblogs.com/archorthodontics.