Minneapolis Orthodontist

ST. PAUL AND MINNEAPOLIS, MINNESOTA – Clear braces are a popular request among teens and young adults in search of an aesthetic option for orthodontic treatment, but some clear brackets have a reputation for staining easily.
However, quality brackets such as Inspire ICE brackets manufactured by Ormco Orthodontics are stain resistant.

EAGAN, ST. PAUL AND MINNEAPOLIS, MINNESOTA – If you wear clear aligners or retainers, you know that keeping them clean and odor-free can be a challenge.

Dr. Jennifer Eisenhuth, a Minneapolis invisalign provider, has a couple of tips for keeping Invisalign and other types of clear plastic aligners looking good.

Avoid Toothbrush/Toothpaste

ST. PAUL AND MINNEAPOLIS, MINNESOTA – Lots of patients ask about clear brackets when getting braces, but some brands are giving other clear brackets an undeserved bad reputation for staining easily.

It’s true that some brands of less expensive clear brackets become discolored with wear, said Dr. Jennifer Eisenhuth, who owns an Eagan and Minneapolis orthodontics practice. Foods such as tomato sauces, soft drinks, coffee, tea and grape juices can discolor some clear brackets over time.

EAGAN, ST. PAUL AND MINNEAPOLIS, MINNESOTA – Minneapolis Orthodontist Dr. Jennifer Eisenhuth is participating in the Toys for Tots program for the third straight year.

Eisenhuth’s patients have been asked to bring in new, unwrapped toys to donate to the charity, and those who donate will be entered into a drawing to become the Eagan and Minneapolis orthodontics practice’s official spokesperson on Dec. 10 when the toys are delivered to the KARE 11 television station during the afternoon newscast.

July 16, 2009- ST. PAUL AND MINNEAPOLIS, MINNESOTA – When it comes to quieting and calming babies and toddlers, there are several tricks of the trade that get the job done in the short term.

But in some cases, calming and coping mechanisms such as thumb sucking, using a pacifier or drinking from a bottle can lead to future orthodontic problems if used too frequently and for too long.

June 30, 2009- ST. PAUL AND MINNEAPOLIS, MINNESOTA – Minneapolis, MN Orthodontist Dr. Jennifer Eisenhuth opened Cosmopolitan Orthodontics in Lakeville on June 4.

Patients and parents in the surrounding area are excited about the location, said Dr. Trudy Bonvino, the orthodontist who works at the practice.

Jay Substad is one of those excited parents. He has two children currently in orthodontic treatment with Eisenhuth and they will begin using the Lakeville office now that it has opened.

December 24, 2008- ST. PAUL AND MINNEAPOLIS, MINNESOTA – Minneapolis braces expert Dr. Jennifer Eisenhuth recently attended an American Association of Orthodontics professional development event in New York City.

The mid-November event’s topic was “Orthodontist as CEO” and although geared primarily toward honing administration techniques, the event also provided time for sharing information on the latest orthodontic treatment techniques.

Eisenhuth attends several professional development events annually.

October 13, 2008- ST. PAUL AND MINNEAPOLIS, MINNESOTA – Minneapolis Invisalign specialist and Orthodontist Dr. Jennifer Eisenhuth is collecting Halloween candy donated by her patients to send to U.S. soldiers in Iraq. In exchange for the candy, Eisenhuth rewards her patients’ good deeds through a buy-back program. For every pound of candy patients turn in, they receive tokens that can be cashed in for other treats, such as gift cards and Webkins. This is the fourth year the orthodontist has presented the program.

October 13, 2008- ST. PAUL AND MINNEAPOLIS, MINNESOTA – Halloween can be a tough time for Minneapolis Orthodontist Dr. Jennifer Eisenhuth. Kids go trick-or treating and come home with loads of chewy, sticky candies. Days later, they come in for check-ups with bent wires or broken appliances caused by eating those candies. Four years ago, Eisenhuth decided to strike a deal with her young patients- exchange those candies that wreak havoc on braces for other treats instead.