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Serving Bethesda, Silver Spring, Washington D.C. and Arlington, Virginia, our staff at Rey Orthodontics is dedicated to helping you achieve a beautiful smile by providing you with the highest quality care, most advanced orthodontic treatments, and an open office environment where you'll feel comfortable!

Whether you've visited Dr. Maria Rey's office for a week, months or even years, we'd love to hear your feedback about how we have fared during your orthodontic treatment! There are lots of ways you can share your thoughts about our practice, but we encourage you to head to our Google Local page and write a review there.

After all, reviews help Dr. Rey create more beautiful smiles! Thank you in advance, and we hope you have a terrific rest of the weekend!

You may write your review here.

Ask Dr. Maria Rey: When should my child first visit your office?

Braces were originally considered to be best appropriate for teens. But these days, kids as old as seven years old are beginning their orthodontic treatment. Because preadolescent kids are typically not self-conscious, our friends at the American Association of Orthodontists suggest it could be a good idea to start early.

Experts, however, say it depends on the treatment required. Some children who get braces at an early age end up in a second phase of treatment, and end up having braces well into their teenage years despite starting young.

Most orthodontic treatment begins between ages nine and 14, and the folks at AAO estimate most orthodontic treatment lasts from one to three years, with two years being the average. It’s important, however, that children be screened no later than age seven for Dr. Maria Rey to assess what the best age for treatment is.

Hope this helps! Give us a call at 202-436-5432 if you have any questions about your child’s treatment!

We hope you're having a wonderful summer so far!

Rey Orthodontics present: Fun facts!

Dr. Maria Rey and our staff at Washington D.C.'s Rey Orthodontics know our patients love fun facts - LOVE THEM, in fact. The American Association of Orthodontists has come up with some fun facts about orthodontics that Dr. Rey thought you might get a kick out of. Have a great rest of your weekend!

• There are nearly 4 million people in orthodontic treatment throughout the United States. Three out of four are younger than 18.

• The first mechanical treatment for correcting irregular teeth was suggested by Gaius Plinius Secundus (A.D 23-79).The American Association of Orthodontists is comprised of more than 12,000 members in the United States, Canada and abroad.

• The time required to complete orthodontic treatment ranges from 12 to 36 months depending on the nature and severity of the problem.

• Of the 160,000 dentists in the United States and Canada, 8,000 are practicing orthodontists.

• The cement that attaches the braces to the teeth is now made with a special fluoride-releasing substance.

• Wires activated by body heat used in today's braces originally were developed by NASA for use in the space program.

• In addition to alleviating or preventing physical health problems, orthodontics can boost self-esteem as treatment aligns teeth, jaws and lips.

• Famous orthodontic patients include: Dr. Joyce Brothers, Hale Irwin, Cher, Diana Ross, Phyllis Diller, Chelsea Clinton, Whoopi Goldberg, Daisy Fuentes and Brandi.

What do you love about summer?

With summer officially here for another seven weeks, Dr. Rey and our staff at Rey Orthodontics thought we’d ask: What’s your favorite part about summer? The warm weather we get? The free time you get? Less homework? Spending quality time with friends and family? Grilling barbecue in the backyard?

Whatever you're up to this summer, we'd like to know what makes this season truly special for you. Let us know by posting on our Facebook page!

Enjoy your weekend everybody!

Dr. Maria Rey, reminding you to use your mouth guard this summer

Let’s face it: sports-related injuries are common among children, let alone teens with braces - and especially during the summer. In a 2009 survey, the American Association of Orthodontists, or AAO, discovered that 70 percent of parents said their biggest fear is that their child will get hurt while playing organized sports.

If you play summer sports, it's important that you consult Dr. Maria Rey for special precautions, including wearing a mouth guard, which is advised for playing summer sports such as softball, soccer or even touch-football.

In case of any accident involving the face, check your mouth and the appliances immediately. If teeth are loosened or the appliances damaged, please schedule an appointment with Rey Orthodontics or your general dentist. And don’t forget to ask us—Dr. Rey will provide a mouth guard for any patient in active treatment.

Only by using a mouth guard and other forms of facial protection can kids with and without braces avoid serious sports injuries this summer. Please give us a call at 202-436-5432 if you have any questions about mouth guards or your treatment at our convenient Washington D.C. office.