Featured patient review for Bernard & Eimer Orthodontics

Dr. Bernard received a letter last week from Michael G., a former patient and thought he’d share it on the blog today:

Several years ago my wife and I were looking for an orthodontist. After several conversations one name kept coming up, Drs. Osborne, Bernard and Eimer. We had spoken with a few different orthodontists, and Drs. Osborne, Bernard and Eimer seemed the best fit. The doctors took the time to explain their plan on how they would align the kid's teeth.

After which I had spoken with Judi in accounts she walked us through the payment options. I especially liked that it was one price period, no hidden fees. Even for Emergency Visits or a broken bracket or if treatment took longer than expected. This is true, one price does cover it all.

The doctors are great, but the staff is wonderful. I can not explain how nice Terri and her staff treat each patient. They take the time to make sure the braces are as comfortable as possible. And if you need supplies (Christmas trees, wax) they are quick to hand you a handful. (Again no fee).

The wahoo program is a great incentive for the kids to maintain their braces. Once you call into the office Anita or Kelly are always willing to set appointments convenient to our needs.

We have had three kids with full braces and one with a quad helix. I was so happy with the results from the kid's braces; I had braces put on myself.

~ Michael G., 3/11/2010

Your turn! From Bernard & Eimer Orthodontics

By now, you know the drill: Week after week, Drs. Bernard and Eimer and our talented staff write about topics related to orthodontic care and your well-being, including innovative orthodontic techniques offered at Bernard & Eimer Orthodontics. This week, we thought we’d ask you, our great patients: what’s on your mind? What would you like to know about the always-changing field of orthodontics? What would you like us to focus on our blog? Perhaps there’s something you’ve wanted to ask Drs. Bernard or Eimer for a while now? Let us know and we’ll try to answer any questions you may have!

Questions, part two: What should you be asking Drs. Bernard and Eimer?

Last week, we gave our patient a short list of questions Drs. Bernard and Eimer can usually expect from our patients. Today, we thought we'd share three questions Drs. Bernard and Eimer would like families to ask:

(A) How much experience do the Doctors have?
Answer: Both Doctors have had general dental experience as well as Air Force dentistry before getting their Masters Degrees in
orthodontics. Dr. Bernard has been in practice for 39 years and Dr. Eimer for ten. Dr. Eimer also taught at the Ohio State College of Dentistry and Dr. Bernard teaches at Mercy Hospital Residency Program.

(B) Are the Doctors Board Certified Orthodontic Specialists?
Answer: Dr. Bernard was certified by the American Board of Orthodontics in 1986 and re-certified in 2008. Dr. Eimer has passed his written Board exam and is certified while waiting to present his cases. Both Doctors practice orthodontics exclusively.

(C) Are both doctors current on new technology and treatment methods?
Answer: combined, both doctors average around 60-80 hours of continuing education each year. They now are placing mini-screws for anchorage, using a diode laser for soft tissue management and using invisible aligners, as well as clear self-ligating brackets. The entire office is digital and chart-less.

If you have any questions about what you should ask Drs. Bernard or Eimer, or if you have questions about your treatment, please give us a call!

Questions, part one: Common questions for Drs. Bernard & Eimer

At Bernard & Eimer Orthodontics, every family that is new to the orthodontic experience has many questions. Today, Drs. Bernard and Eimer thought we'd share the most common ones asked:

(A) How long will the braces be on?
Answer: We always give an educated "guess" which depends greatly on growth, tooth eruption, bone biology and cooperation.
Probably the biggest factor is cooperation from the patient, which we cannot control.

(B) Will it hurt?
Answer: We like the word "soreness" rather than hurt, the amount of soreness depends on the severity of the malocclusion (tooth
or jaw misalignment) but only lasts 12 to 48 hours and can be controlled with Advil, cold liquids and patience. No activities have to be curtailed due to soreness.

(C) What do braces cost?
Answer: The fee for treatment varies according to the severity of the problem and the time involved. The exact fee is given to each
family at the initial visit and this includes all visits and treatment during the braces and retainer period. The fee can be paid in full
with a discount or over the treatment period with no interest.

Stay tuned next week for Part Two: Questions Drs. Bernard & Eimer would like families to ask. Enjoy your week!

What’s so special about an Orthodontist? Drs. Bernard & Eimer Orthodontics

"Dentists, Orthodontists, they're all the same right?" We hear our patients asking this question as they wonder about the difference between an orthodontist and a dentist. Before becoming an orthodontist Drs. Bernard & Eimer each started out in dental school and earned their DDS (dental degree), just like your dentist. After dental school however, both doctors decided they wanted to learn more about orthodontics, which is one of nine specialties within the dental field. So he stayed in school for a few more years and became an expert in orthodontics; which focuses on tooth and jaw alignment and bite problems like overbites and under bites.

Other dental specialties you may have heard of include endodontic (focusing on the soft tissue inside your teeth), periodontic (focusing on the gums and other tissues surrounding your teeth) and prosthodontic (focusing on restoring and replacing damaged teeth).

Isn't it nice to know there's a dental expert here to help you through any type of treatment your teeth, jaw and gums might need?

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--Drs. Bernard & Eimer