A Heartfelt Patient Letter for Sellers Orthodontics

A few months back we received a heartwarming, handwritten letter from a patient, and we wanted to share it with you all!

Dr. Sellers,

I am a previous patient of your nearly four years ago. I remember it like it was yesterday; the day of my consultation. You walked into the office, looked into my eyes with such sincerity and asked "what can I do for you?" I replied with "please just give me a nice smile." You then left the room and your lovely head nurse at the time was left to talk about the price. The amount that was initially given to us was way beyond our budget.

I went home that afternoon heartbroken, my dreams of having a nice smile were shattered. My mother and I were discussing our next step that same afternoon when we received a phone call. The phone call that would change my life. You offered to fix my teeth for far less than you originally stated. Unbelievable. Not a day goes by, Dr. Sellers, that I don't think about that day, and how God blessed me.

I am graduating from Queens University of Charlotte, and I can't tell you enough how thrilled and yet emotional I am. I am now going on job interviews and networking as much as possible, and i have all the confidence in the world! My confidence, Dr. Sellers, started with you. You gave me exactly what I hoped for, a nice smile. I hope you realize how amazing, noble, honorable and cariong you are as a doctor and man. You change and transform peoples' lives. You make a difference. Everyone in your office was so pleasant and wonderful, and they too deserve a thank you.

I hope everything is going great with you, because you deserve the best. God bless you, and your family. Once again thank you, thank you, and thank you!

Dr. Sellers is now on topDentists!

Besides his recent 2009 Best of Charlotte Award, Dr. Sellers has also been honored by topDentists, an online database of the best dentists and specialists in the country! Dr. Sellers was selected as a top dentist based on a vote from his peers. It is so exciting to have this exclusive honor!

Check out the topDentists site, and write a review for Dr. Sellers while you are there!

Keep an eye out for mention of Dr. Sellers in November's issue of Charlotte Magazine!

Sellers Orthodontics at the Holy Trinity Football Kickoff

The football season signals the beginning of fall in Charlotte, and to celebrate, Dr. Sellers sponsored the team with a pizza party, T-shirts for the team and cheerleaders, goodie bags for each and a kickoff banner. The cheerleaders held the banner (which was seamed in the middle with Velcro) and the football team ran through it at team introductions.

Take a look at all of the photos on our Facebook Fan page, and become a fan while you are there!

The Link Between Oral Health and Orthodontics

There’s more to a beautiful healthy smile that what you may think! The health and functionality of your teeth has a huge impact on your entire health. Having a bite that functions properly allows you to thoroughly chew your food. This greatly improves the digestion process. After eating, improve your chances of having a healthy heart by brushing and flossing thoroughly every day. If you have been considering orthodontic treatment, then consider its effect on your overall oral health and give us a call today at: 704-837-0420

--The Sellers Orthodontics Team

Cardiodontics: The Heart Mouth Connection From Sellers Orthodontics

If you have been told you have periodontal disease (also known as gum disease or periodontitis), you're not alone. An estimated 80 percent of American adults currently have some form of the disease! Periodontal diseases range from simple gum inflammation to serious disease that result in major damage to the soft tissue and bone that support the teeth. In the worst cases, teeth are lost.

Gum disease is a threat to your oral health. Research is also pointing to health effects of periodontal diseases that go well beyond your mouth. So we at Sellers Orthodontics want to let you know some interesting facts and ways to treat the disease.

What is Periodontal Disease?

"Perio" means around, and "dontal" refers to teeth. Periodontal disease is an infection of the structures around the teeth, including the gums and the bones that hold the teeth. The earliest stage of periodontal disease is gingivitis – an infection of the gums. In more severe forms of the disease, all of the tissues are involved, including the bone. Bacteria that live and reproduce on the teeth and gums cause periodontal disease.

Symptoms of Periodontal Disease

Symptoms may include the following:
--redness or bleeding of gums while brushing teeth or using dental floss
--halitosis, or bad breath
--gum recession, resulting in apparent lengthening of teeth
--"pockets" between the teeth and gums indicating that the bone which holds the teeth in the mouth is dissolving
--loose teeth
Gum inflammation and bone destruction are largely painless. Hence, people may wrongly assume that painless bleeding after teeth cleaning is insignificant, although this may be a symptom of progressing periodontitis. If your hands bled when you washed them, you would be concerned. Yet, many people think it's normal if their gums bleed when they brush or floss.

Periodontal Disease Affects Your Health

Periodontal disease is a putrid, festering infection of the mouth. Bacteria and inflammatory particles can enter the bloodstream through ulcerated and bleeding gums and travel to the heart and other organs. In recent years, gum disease has been linked to a number of health problems. Researchers are studying possible connections between gum disease and:
--Heart disease: Gum disease may increase the risk of heart disease. Gum disease also is believed to worsen existing heart disease.
--Stroke: Gum disease may increase the risk of the type of stroke caused by blocked arteries
--Diabetes: People with diabetes and periodontal disease may be more likely to have trouble controlling their blood sugar than diabetics with healthy gums.
--Premature births: A woman who has gum diseases during pregnancy may be more likely deliver her baby too early and the infant may be more likely to be of low birth weight.

Combating Periodontal Disease

--See your dentist! See your dentist every six months for a checkup! Regular professional cleanings and checkups make you feel good, look good, and could be a lifesaver!
--Brush and floss daily. Take your time and do it right!
--Use an anti-bacterial mouthwash. Daily use of an anti-bacterial mouthwash helps to disinfect the teeth and gums, and reduces the number of bacteria.
--Straighten your teeth. Crowded teeth are nearly impossible to keep clean. Orthodontic treatment can greatly reduce inflammation and periodontal disease.

--Sellers Orthodontics