Stay Cool with a Braces-Friendly Summer Treat!

Summer is here! Kids and adults alike will now be spending more time outside being active and enjoying the hotter temperatures. What’s better on a hot summer day than a delicious treat that will cool you down after doing something active in the summer sun? Luckily, our friends at the American Association of Orthodontists (AAO) have just the thing, Watermelon Sorbet! You can find the complete recipe below:

Watermelon Sorbet
Ingredients
• ¾ cup water
• ¼ cup sugar
• 1 teaspoon lime juice
• 2 to 3 cups watermelon, diced, no seeds or rind
Directions In a small saucepan, heat the water, sugar, and lime juice on medium high for 1 to 2 minutes, stirring until the sugar has dissolved. Chill this “syrup” at least 20 minutes. In the meantime, place the watermelon chunks in a food processor or blender and liquefy them. Add the chilled syrup to the watermelon puree and blend. Freeze sorbet in an ice-cream maker according to manufacturer’s directions. Serve immediately.

Happy Summer!

Rachel Ward- Miss Teen Dorman High

This is Rachel Ward, Miss Teen Dorman High. Not only is she beautiful but she has the grace, poise, self assurance brains and fun personality as well. She started coming to our Practice when she was 6 years old- and with our new office being located near Dorman High School we are so pleased to present Miss Teen Dorman High, Rachel Ward. Congratulations Rachel!

Making Your Life Better with Orthodontics

The number one goal of orthodontic treatment is to give you or your child a good bite, meaning straight teeth that work well with the teeth in the opposite jaw. A good bite makes it easier for you to eat, chew and speak. It can enhance your dental health and your overall health, and may well improve your self-esteem. As a part of your comprehensive dental health care plan, orthodontic treatment can help you retain your teeth—and your smile—for a lifetime. Let your smile express yourself! Nothing can show the world how happy you are quite like a beautiful smile. In fact, it’s one of the first things others notice about you, too. With orthodontics, you can be proud to flash your smile, because you’ll know that your smile truly represents your positive attitude. Make your mouth healthy! Straight teeth aren’t just pretty, they’re healthy as well. Teeth that are properly aligned are easier to clean, reducing the amount of plaque buildup and risk for gingivitis. The cleaner you keep your teeth, the longer they’ll last! Feel free to live your life! Orthodontics is easier today than ever before, with treatment options that fit your lifestyle and schedule. We can personalize your treatment to suit all of your needs!

Dr. Ernie Gardner and Piedmont Orthodontic Associates are opening another office in July- right by Dorman High School!!

That's right, we're opening a new office at 4385 S Church Street Extension- a short two miles from Dorman High School! Located next to the Sunshine House and near Arthur State Bank you can look forward to the fantastic hours and service you're used to! Our Thursday hours will be 12-7:00 so that you can stop in during lunch or after work, as well as several Fridays throughout the month for your convenience! We don't require referrals so anyone interested in some phenomenal orthodontic treatments only need to give us a call! At our new office you can expect all the great treatment your used to at our North Pine Street location- like Invisalign, TMJ, sleep apnea treatment and traditional orthodontics. Give us a call today at 864 585 8709 to set up your FREE CONSULTATION at our new location in July!!