Dr. Gerling asks: Do you have Justin Bieber Fever?

In honor of the recent Justin Bieber fever that is sweeping our nation, now through September 30, 2010 Dr. Gerling will be hosting a Justin Bieber Fever Contest! Next time you come in for an appointment, be sure to take a few minutes to participate in our trivia game. The contest winner will receive a portable iPod travel speaker, so don't wait to book your September appointment today!

As always, feel free to give us a call if you have any questions or if you would like to schedule your next appointment with Dr. Gerling. May the most dedicated Justin Bieber fan win!



Thank you,

-Dr. Gerling and team

Hey, Dr. Gerling! Can you tell me more about Invisalign®?

When considering treatment options, patients often ask us how Invisalign treatment is so different than traditional braces. Well, there are more reasons to smile about Invisalign with Dr. Gerling than you may know. Invisalign is a series of removable aligners that are nearly invisible, and besides straightening your teeth, can improve your oral health. Here’s how:

Healthy gums: Straight teeth allow a close fit for gums. This lessens the gum stress that is caused by crowded or widely spaced teeth, thus also reducing red and swollen gums.

Easy cleaning: Invisalign is removable, therefore brushing and flossing is easier and you are able to maintain a healthy mouth. These habits are vital to avoiding tooth decay, plaque and even gum disease.

Improved speech and chewing: Properly-aligned teeth don’t have the discomfort or compound speech impediments that can be caused by crowded teeth or a deteriorating jawbone.

If you have any questions about Invisalign, just ask Dr. Gerling the next time you’re in for an appointment. Or, you may post your question on our Facebook page! You can also read this article for more information on Invisalign and your oral health.

Congratulations, Alyssa Estrada and Andrew Castro! They won the Shrek Trivia Game!

Thanks to everyone who participated in Dr. Gerling's Shrek Trivia Contest! Alyssa Estrada and Andrew Castro were the contest winners, each receiving a $25 gift card to Fandango. Congratulations Alyssa and Andrew!

If you didn’t win our game this time, don’t get discouraged! There are currently three NEW contests going on at our office, so you will have plenty of opportunities to participate. As always, be sure to "like" our Facebook page so that you can receive the most up to date contest details.

Have a great week!

-Dr. Gerling and team

Back to school with Dr. Gerling and team

Here in McAllen, TX, kids and parents are beginning to stock up on pencils, spiral notebooks, and binders because it’s back to school time! To better accommodate the changing schedules of our patients, our team at Dr. Gerling’s office will be introducing new school year hours at our office.

Because it is more challenging to work around school, sports, and after school activities, we want to remind our patients about how important it is to plan in advance for your orthodontic appointments. We also ask that you give us advance notice if you are unable to make an appointment, so that another patient has the opportunity. To schedule your fall appointment, give us a call today!

The fall hours for John A. Gerling DDS, MSD are as follows:

• Monday: 9:40am-6:00pm

• Tuesday: 7:00am-4:00pm

• Wednesday: 7:00am-4:00pm

• Thursday: 7:00am-4:00pm

• Friday: 8:30am-12:00pm

Dr. Gerling asks: How well do you know Shrek?

Do you and your family love getting caught up in the adventures of Shrek, Princess Fiona, Donkey, Puss in Boots, and King Artie? Now through the end of August, Dr. Gerling and our team will be testing your trivia knowledge of Shrek and the gang through an in office trivia contest! The next time you're in for an appointment, fill out an entry form for your chance to win one of two $25 Fandango gift cards! This great trivia contest is open to all patients, so don't be shy!

Is it time for you to schedule a check up appointment with Dr. Gerling? Give us a call today!

Good luck,

-Dr. Gerling and team