The Smiles by Lyles Blog

May is “Get Caught Reading Month”! What’s on your reading list?

mynetworks0667@sesamecommunications.com — Fri, 18 May 2012 21:57:54 +0000

With the school year close to winding down for a lot of our patients at Smiles By Lyles Orthodontics, we wanted to remind all our patients about the importance of reading. Sure it’s easy to keep putting off reading this time of year, but reading is a vital step in brain development and literacy. And if you needed any more reason to read, May marks “Get Caught Reading Month.”

Today, we thought we’d ask: What’s on YOUR reading list? What are some of your all-time favorites? Out of ideas for great reads? Ask us for suggestions, and our team would be happy to provide a few. You may also ask a local librarian for some ideas on what to read next!

Happy reading! Be sure to share with us your book picks or your all-time favorite novels or literature on our Facebook page!

Ask Dr. Lyles: “What should I expect during my initial consultation?”

mynetworks0667@sesamecommunications.com — Wed, 09 May 2012 23:02:28 +0000

Great question! When you first come in for your initial consultation, Dr. Lyles will conduct a comprehensive examination to assess your oral health. This will better enable us to determine the best treatment method for you.

Your orthodontic evaluation will consist of an oral and facial examination to assess your oral health. We will have you take intraoral and facial photographs as well as panoramic and cephalometric X-rays to help determine the proper orthodontic treatment method. Then, an impression of your teeth and bite will be taken to construct a model of your mouth. (This will help us when examining your diagnostic records).

At your second appointment, the Doctor will discuss your options with you. Our team feels it’s important to take the time to carefully examine your diagnostic records after your consultation so that we can more thoroughly prepare for your treatment. This additional preparation will ensure that you receive the best orthodontic care possible. At this time, we encourage you to ask us any questions you may have about your treatment.

If you are seeking orthodontic treatment for your child, our staff asks that both you and your child attend the initial consultation. We feel it is important that both you and your child completely understand the doctor’s recommendations before we proceed with treatment.

Give us a call today and schedule a consultation! We look forward to hearing from you!

May is National Teen Self-Esteem Month!

mynetworks0667@sesamecommunications.com — Fri, 04 May 2012 21:57:51 +0000

At our office, we know image can be everything. At an age when image is so important, the thought of having braces may intensify the already-delicate confidence of today’s teens. Well, May is National Teen Self-Esteem Month, and during this time, parents are encouraged to act as positive role models, help stop negative self-images, and improve confidence and security among teenagers.

One of the great ways to improve your confidence is to improve your smile. And that begins with a consultation at our office. After all, what better time to avoid having crooked teeth in your adulthood than coming in for a consultation?

We invite you to give us a call to schedule a consultation or ask us on Facebook!

Margaritas and Mingling!

mynetworks0667@sesamecommunications.com — Tue, 24 Apr 2012 16:38:49 +0000

We cordially invite all of our adult patients to our “Margaritas and Mingling Event” on May 3, 2012! This will be a GREAT opportunity for our adult patients to kick back, relax, enjoy some awesome drinks, and get to know each other a little bit better! Bring along a friend, and show them how fun and easy orthodontic treatment can be!

This Open House will take place in our office, and it starts at 4:30pm and lasts until 7:00pm. For more information, check out our Facebook. We look forward to seeing you there!

Making Your Life Better with Orthodontics

mynetworks0667@sesamecommunications.com — Tue, 17 Apr 2012 20:52:23 +0000

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 you 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 your needs.

Spring is here! Do we have your current contact info?

mynetworks0667@sesamecommunications.com — Tue, 10 Apr 2012 23:19:26 +0000

Spring is in the air! As you probably know, you can always connect with us on our Facebook page, but we invite you to please contact our office with any updates to phone numbers and addresses, so that we may be able to reach you.

We also encourage you to call us and let us know if you have any new phone numbers or if your contact information has changed!

Thank you! Have a great week!

Dr. Lyles, Your Award Winning Spring, TX Orthodontist

mynetworks0667@sesamecommunications.com — Mon, 09 Apr 2012 22:41:02 +0000

Meet Dr. Lyles, your Spring, TX orthodontist! Here at Smiles by Lyles, we care about your smile. Be sure to check out this short video to learn about a few of the things that make our practice unique. For more information, please don’t hesitate to give us a call. We look forward to meeting with you!

April is Oral Cancer Awareness Month

mynetworks0667@sesamecommunications.com — Thu, 05 Apr 2012 21:26:27 +0000

Visiting your dentist during your orthodontic treatment will not only help keep your teeth and mouth healthy while you have braces, but will also help keep the rest of your body healthy. The fact is, every hour of every day in the U.S., someone dies of oral cancer, which is the sixth-most common diagnosed form of the disease. The five-year survival rate is only 50 percent, and oral cancer is one of the few cancers whose survival rate has not improved. Since April is Oral Cancer Awareness Month, we would like to take this opportunity to remind all of our patients about the importance of maintaining good oral hygiene while you’re undergoing orthodontic treatment.

Your dentist is specifically trained to diagnose, treat, and prevent oral health problems. Please let us now if you have any questions about your oral health during your next adjustment appointment. Take care of your teeth!

Dr. Lyles featured as one of the top 100 doctors in Texas!

mynetworks0667@sesamecommunications.com — Tue, 27 Mar 2012 20:10:29 +0000

We are so proud of Dr. James Lyles, currently featured as one of the top 100 doctors throughout the state of Texas!

Dr. Lyles and his team truly care about making a difference and employ a unique treatment philosophy that goes beyond straight teeth to create broad, beautiful smiles by taking into account each patient’s face, profile and other factors.

Be sure to follow this link to watch our commercials, view photos, find information about our practice, and book your next appointment online. Find us on Facebook and let us know what you think!

Providence Classical School Online Auction is Open!

mynetworks0667@sesamecommunications.com — Wed, 21 Mar 2012 18:43:37 +0000

The online portion of Providence Classical School Auction is now open! The auction will run from March 20, 2012 to March 29, 2012, with the live event taking place on March 31, 2012. All proceeds go to Providence Classical School. Auction items range from exciting vacation getaways to donated items, guaranteed to delight and surprise! Tell your friends, family, and community. Let the bidding begin!

Smiles by Lyles Orthodontics has two items available for the auction. The first is Orthodontics Services & Goodies from Smiles by Lyles and the second is Orthodontist for the Day with Dr. Lyles. Help support this great cause today!