Mark Geller

Breaking bad habits

August 25th, 2011

At Geller and Cohen Orthodontics, we know good dental health requires only a few minutes a day. We thought we’d provide some practical advice on how to improve your or your child’s smile between your adjustment visits with Drs. Mark Geller and Glenn Cohen.

Start by brushing your teeth twice a day. Proper brushing techniques are an essential part of maintaining good oral health during your orthodontic treatment, as well as preventing gum disease. More care and time are needed to adequately brush your teeth when you are wearing braces. Brushing daily helps remove decay-causing plaque from tooth surfaces. Please consult Geller and Cohen if you would like us to review brushing techniques with you or your child. The use of a mechanical toothbrush such as a Sonicare or Oral B can aid in removing plaque around braces. Flossing daily will also prevent plaque to build up between the teeth and prevent stains between your teeth. Research has shown the bacteria of gum disease has been linked to coronary artery disease, stroke, diabetes and memory loss. Lastly, we encourage you to throw away old toothbrushes and replace them every 2 or 3 months, or after an illness.

We hope this helps! If you have any further questions about any of these tips, please contact Geller and Cohen Orthodontics or ask your general dentist during your next scheduled visit! Or, ask us on Facebook!

HOW TO: Floss with braces

August 18th, 2011

Drs. Mark Geller and Glenn Cohen will tell you that keeping your teeth clean is more important than ever when you have braces. Food bits have more spots than usual to hide in your mouth, so you must be diligent in order to avoid bad breath, swollen gums, discolored teeth and cavities. If you remove plaque regularly during treatment, you'll experience better results and could possibly reduce your treatment time.

Here is a very concise video explaining the proper way to floss your teeth with braces. Give Geller and Cohen Orthodontics a call if you have more questions about flossing. Enjoy!

Meet Our Orthodontist

December 23rd, 2009

Dr. Mark S. Geller, who was born in St. Louis and raised in Oklahoma City, has made his home in the Dallas area since 1969. He enjoys creating beautiful smiles and healthy bites that build a strong foundation for oral health—while also increasing the individual's self esteem. Dr. Geller also finds great pleasure in the personal relationships that are formed over the course of orthodontic care. He is truly gratified by the number of family members he has had the privilege to treat. For his work, he has earned the Best Dentist Award from both D Magazine and Texas Monthly Magazine.

Dr. Geller and his wife Madeleine have been happily married for 36 years, and have three daughters (Ashley, Allison & Kerri) and three grandchildren (Charlie, Isabel & Griffin). Dr. Geller enjoys tennis, biking, swimming and aerobics.

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