Featured patient review for Dr. Farina!

Once in a while, Tampa orthodontist Dr. Mark Farina and team get patient reviews that make us really proud to do the work we do at Farina Orthodontics: creating beautiful smiles. Check out this review we received from a former patient! Please feel free to contribute your own thoughts about our office!

“Our family wants your family to know how happy we are with our straight teeth and beautiful smiles thanks to Farina Orthodontics!!! After consultations with several orthodontists, it was clear that Dr. Farina and his staff were the most qualified to provide our family with effective orthodontic care we were looking for. Our family was attracted to Farina Orthodontics because of their friendliness, exceptionally clean and modern facilities, time-saving benefits of their state-of-the-art brackets, and the cappuccino mom gets treated to ? all in a payment plan we can afford!! While taking four kids through braces, mom started her orthodontic treatment with Dr. Farina to improve her TMJ. Do the math and that is five mouths from one home enjoying the detailed care of this great group of professionals!! We could not imagine doing the braces "experience" anywhere else but with Farina Orthodontics!!” ~ E. Hixon

Burning questions about Invisalign® with Dr. Mark Farina

Perhaps you're wondering what Invisalign treatment with Tampa orthodontist Dr. Mark Farina is really like, and what effect it will have on your daily activities? Will it slur your speech? Will people know you're in treatment? You're not alone in your concerns! Dr. Farina and our team thought we’d share this list of questions and answers for anyone pondering Invisalign treatment at Farina Orthodontics.

How, exactly, does Invisalign work?

Using 3-D computer imaging technology, Invisalign creates a series of custom-made, clear aligners exclusively for your teeth, based on the treatment plan that we specify for you. Each aligner moves teeth incrementally and is worn for about two weeks, then replaced by the next in the series until the final position is achieved.

Will I experience any pain during treatment?

Most people experience temporary discomfort for a few days after a new aligner is placed. This feeling of pressure is normal and is a sign that Invisalign is working by sequentially moving your teeth to their final destination.

Are there any foods I shouldn’t eat while in treatment?

You can eat normally during the entire course of treatment. One of the advantages of Invisalign is that the aligners are removable. Simply take the aligners out before each meal, brush when you're finished eating, then reinsert the aligners afterward.

How often must I wear my aligners?

Aligners should be worn all day, except when eating, brushing, and flossing.

How do I clean my aligners?

The best way to clean your aligners is by brushing and rinsing them in lukewarm water.

How often must I visit Farina Orthodontics during my treatment?

For most patients, visits every 4-6 weeks are frequent enough for us to determine that your treatment is progressing properly. Dr. Farina will provide you with a specific schedule that supports your individual treatment plan. Give us a call to learn more!

Dr. Farina wants to know: What's on your summer reading list?

With summer only two weeks away, some of us at Farina Orthodontics have been thinking increasingly about the importance of reading. Sure it’s easier to go play ball or kick back and watch TV, but Dr. Mark Farina will tell you reading during the summer is a vital step in being prepared for classes in the fall and maintaining your skill level.

Out of ideas for great summer reads? Ask us for suggestions, and our staff (and Dr. Farina) would be happy to provide a few titles. You may also ask a local librarian here in Tampa for some ideas or check out various summer reading lists that we came across recently.

Happy reading!

Farina Orthodontics, supporting National Smile Month

According to the American Dental Association, a person's smile outranked eyes, hair and body as the most important physical feature, which is why it's important for our team at Farina Orthodontics to support National Smile Month this June.

Here are a few simple steps you can take to improve your oral health so that you may celebrate National Smile Month for many, many years to come:

* Brush at least twice a day with fluoride toothpaste. Here's a helpful video showing you how to brush with your braces on.
* Floss every day to clean between your teeth.
* Reduce your intake of sugary foods and drinks during your orthodontic treatment with Dr. Farina.
* Visit your dentist regularly (usually every six months apart).

If you have questions about any of these tips, we encourage you to give us a call at (813) 774-5323! We hope you all a fun and relaxing Memorial Day weekend!