Buchanan Joseph

read moreMany patients may wonder, "Why is Buchanan | Chun Orthodontics' logo a pineapple?" There are many reasons why we chose this icon, but the number one reason is that it symbolizes hospitality! Starting in Europe in the late 17th century, and beginning in America in the 18th century, the pineapple was used to indicate that a sea captain had returned home from a recent voyage. When traveling to the South Seas, captains would bring back a pineapple and spear it onto their home's iron gate. When townspeople would see the pineapple, they knew the captain was home and that all were welcomed to visit.

read moreAt first, having orthodontic treatment may take a little getting used to. It isn't uncommon to experience a bit of soreness when appliances are first put on, or some minor aches as teeth begin moving into new positions. Yet it's comforting to know that genuine orthodontic emergencies are rare. If you think you may have an emergency, however, the first step is to determine the severity of the problem: Is it an urgent situation that requires immediate attention, or a minor problem that you can take care of yourself, temporarily, until you can come in to our office?