Classic Arcade @ KO

Merry Christmas 2014 to Kalamazoo Orthodontics.  We just unwrapped our new Classic Arcade System in our Portage location.  With 60 classic game favorites like PacMan, Frogger, Donkey Kong, Galaga, etc. and a two-player design, Team KO has already been enthusiastically testing it out.  We hope our patients enjoy it, too.

Merry Christmas to Kalamazoo Orthodontics

Merry Christmas to Kalamazoo Orthodontics! Thanks to Kalamazoo Wings' Sam Ftorek and his father, former New York Ranger, Robbie Ftorek, for both signing Sam's 2011 ECHL Kelly Cup Finals jersey. Sam also added notations for his career achievements this month: 1000 professional games played and he broke the ECHL record for games at 790 - both in the same weekend.

Holiday Smiles from KO

A few holidays smiles from Kalamazoo Orthodontics: Hannah Monroe's beautiful new smile was "unwrapped" just in time for Christmas. Paw Paw Cheerleader, Brianna Eick has a "smile in process" at the beginning stages of Invisalign TEEN. Hockey fan, Kyle Wiessner finished an early phase of orthodontic treatment for a crossbite.

Confidence in Her Smile

Claire Christiensen completed her orthodontic care at Kalamazoo Orthodontics a few months ago. She reflects back on her experience and the benefit of her increased confidence in her smile. Thanks Claire!

Happy Birthday, Holly

Happy Birthday to Team KO's Holly!   Kalamazoo Orthodontics' patients meet Holly when their diagnostic records taken.  With her appropriately holiday name, she joins all of us in wishing you a very Merry Christmas.

More details about our the KO Bracing Team can be discovered here:  http://www.kalamazooorthodontics.com/Meet-the-Team/Meet-the-KO-Team.aspx

Hockey Smiles

Congratulations to K-Wings Sam Ftorek for breaking 2 hockey records: Breaking the ECHL all-time games played and reaching 1000 career games.

Misty Ftorek completed her orthodontic treatment, getting her braces removed just in time to celebrate her husband's accomplishments. 

A special surprise for Sam was his young daughter, Ariana (another Ftorek under KO care), singing the National Anthem during the pre-game activities. See the lovely photograph (by John Gilroy) with another young Ftorek, a future hockey goalie, "enjoying" his older sister's performance. 

http://www.mlive.com/sports/kalamazoo/index.ssf/2014/12/defenseman_sam_ftorek_celebrat.html#incart_related_stories

AcceleDent Results "My smile is a good Christmas present"

AcceleDent Case Report

Kalamazoo Orthodontics contributed a AcceleDent Case Report for OrthoAccel (posted @  http://acceledent.com/orthodontists/clinical-evidence/labial-case-studies/), one of many completed orthodontic cases that benefited from this technology under our care.

KO was the 1st U.S. private practice to adopt the use of this new technology for accelerating tooth movement and has been conducting an on-going prospective clinical research evaluation since 2012.

For more information how AcceleDent might benefit your orthodontic care, see  http://www.kalamazooorthodontics.com/Treatment-Innovations/AcceleDent.aspx.  or visit us for a complimentary consultation.

Albion Cheerleader

Albion College Britons Cheerleader, Sadie Burghdoff, has a wonderful personality that is exemplified by her beautiful smile c/o KO!  

Senatorial Smiles

Fantastic holiday picture thanks to Senator Tonya Schuitmaker and her lovely family!  We are very honored that Tonya along with her daughter, Savina, and son, Jordan, have all had orthodontic care with our team at Kalamazoo Orthodontics-Dr. S. Jay Bowman.   We’re not sure if the cute pup with snow on his muzzle is in need of our services though . . .

Embarking on a New Path

Team KO gives special thanks to Amber, one of our own, as she embarks on a new path.  Amber and her family are moving to the east side of Michigan soon.  Her husband recently completed the Michigan State Police Training Academy and has been assigned to a new location to serve.  We held a staff luncheon to honor Amber and we wish her well for the holidays and the future.  We will miss you.

Reaching for 3000

Star Wars - Kalamazoo Orthodontics INSEPARABLE

In the not too distant future, in a theatre not too far away . . . 

Kalamazoo Orthodontics' patients - Save the date on your calendar for Saturday morning, December 18, 2015 at Celebration! Cinema Crossroads. Mark it now, so you don't sleep-in as the Force awaken. You don't want to miss enjoying this new movie c/o Team KO on opening weekend. We can't wait!

Star Wars - Kalamazoo Orthodontics INSEPARABLE

German Article on Hu-Friedy Clear Collection

Thank you to the German orthodontic journal, Kieferorthopädie Nachrichten, who just published Dr. Bowman's article, Kleine Helfer mit grover Wirkung, discussing his Hu-Friedy Clear Collection instruments to enhance Invisalign.

Just in Time for Christmas Pictures

Just in time for Christmas pictures, Jordyn Puckett's beautiful new smile was just revealed and she received her clear retainers. Showing school and holiday spirit, Mikayla Wilson's smile is a work-in-progress. She is a cheerleader for Linden Grove Middle School. These lovely young ladies posed next to Team KO's Secret Santa Stockings.

Honoring Cancer Survivors

Brock Borden is a KO Braces Celebrity. He just had pink ties placed on his upper braces in honor of his grandmother who is a breast cancer survivor. He also had blue colors placed on his lower braces in honor of his coach who is battling esophogeal cancer. Excellent sentiments from this thoughtful young man.

Happy Birthday, Hollie

Happy Birthday to one of KO's "Welcoming Committee" reception team, Hollie!  Besides meeting our patients with a smile, she also helps many smile as a photographer.  For examples of her work, visit  https://www.facebook.com/HollieReamesPhotography

For much more information about our fantastic KO Bracing Team, check us out at:  http://www.kalamazooorthodontics.com/Meet-the-Team/Meet-the-KO-Team.aspx

Accelerate Your Path to A New Smile

How can AcceleDent benefit you on your path to a great new smile?  Ask us at Kalamazoo Orthodontics for more details as we were the very first U.S. private practice to incorporate this exciting technology beginning in 2012.  Also, please visit our website as well:

http://www.kalamazooorthodontics.com/Treatment-Innovations/AcceleDent.aspx

#AcceleDent

Never Know Who You'll Run Into

Never Know Who You'll Run Into. WMU student, Mataya Lewis, has a gorgeous smile several years after braces! We're proud of her results and the fact that she's nearly completed college. (P.S. thanks for the great service at Bilbo's) — at Bilbo's Pizza.

Star Wars Trailer

The new Star Wars movie trailer was just released, so we feature Tanner Horton's new smile. Both he and Darth appear to be thrilled about the prospect of more Star Wars!

James Cook has a humorous new Star Wars tee-shirt featuring Darth. I think these two guys are true Star Wars fans. 

Thanks to James Cook (see previous picture) for this cool note to Dr. Bowman about braces.— at Kalamazoo Orthodontics - Dr. S. Jay Bowman.

What Do You Want for Christmas?

What do YOU want for Christmas? Henry Gauthier said he wanted an iPad. So, Dr. Bowman gave him one. 

Needless to say that he was not amused. — at Kalamazoo Orthodontics - Dr. S. Jay Bowman.

Holiday Reflections

Holiday reflections at Kalamazoo Orthodontics. Quiet, early morning picture at KO's Kalamazoo location in the atrium of the Trillium building at corner of Gull & Sprinkle roads.

Butterfly Faces and Braces

Kyleigh Hamlin's spirit shines with butterfly face-painting. That coordinates with our signature series of Butterfly Braces that she's also wearing at Kalamazoo Orthodontics! Thanks Kyleigh.

For more information on The Butterfly System: http://www.kalamazooorthodontics.com/Treatment-Innovations/Butterfly-System-reg.aspx — at Kalamazoo Orthodontics - Dr. S. Jay Bowman.

Finished & Just Starting

Finished & Just Starting KO smiles: Lori & Savanna Disbrow! Thanks for your continued confidence in the team at Kalamazoo Orthodontics. — at Kalamazoo Orthodontics - Dr. S. Jay Bowman.

Relax and Enjoy Our Concierge Service at Kalamazoo Orthodontics

"A Ton of New Facebook Likes"

A great new smile for Anndrea Bradshaw resulted in a "ton of new Facebook Likes." No wonder as she now has a lovely smile after orthodontic care. — at Kalamazoo Orthodontics - Dr. S. Jay Bowman.

Rapid Transit Treatment

Dr. Bowman presented a lecture for the Northeastern Society of Orthodontists meeting in Hartford, CT. His talk was entitled, "Rapid Transit Treatment: Life in the Fast Lane of Orthodontic Advancements"

Convenience is Key at KO

Convenience is Key at KO. Visit us at any of our 3 Kalamazoo Orthodontics practice locations: Portage, Kalamazoo, Paw Paw. For a free consultation to see how we may design a beautiful new smile for you, call us at 269-344-2466.

1st in AcceleDent

How can AcceleDent benefit you on your path to a great new smile?  Ask us at Kalamazoo Orthodontics for more details as we were the very first U.S. private practice to incorporate this exciting technology beginning in 2012.  Also, please visit our website as well:

http://www.kalamazooorthodontics.com/Treatment-Innovations/AcceleDent.aspx

Can't Quit Smiling

Breaunna Moss completed her orthodontic treatment at Kalamazoo Orthodontics and now she can't stop smiling and . . .  who can blame her?  It's beautiful.

Paw Paw is #8 in the Top 16 Small Cities in Michigan

http://citydescribed.com/2014/08/top-16-small-cities-in-michigan/9/

Congratulations to Paw Paw as #8 in the Top 16 Small Cities in Michigan. KO is proud to continue to serve Paw Paw with our practice location there after more than 20 years!

Quick and to the Point on AcceleDent

Megan Lawrence is quick and right to the point on her experience with AcceleDent during her orthodontic treatment at KO. #AcceleDent — at Kalamazoo Orthodontics - Dr. S. Jay Bowman.

Cheerleading Nationals

Congratulations to KO patient, Rachael Elizabeth, and the rest of the Portage Elite Diamonds Cheerleading team on their 2nd place finish at the National's Competition in Las Vegas!

Miss Southwest Michigan Teen 2013

We at KO are proud of Serina French, 2013 Miss Southwest Michigan Teen! Lovely smile for a bright young lady from Kalamazoo Orthodontics.

Crazy Cool

https://kalamazoo-orthodontics.patientrewardshub.com/about/review/another-great-review-from-one-of-our-patients/181033/
  

Oct 28, 2014  | Posted by T.M.  Learn more about us!

I love going to Dr. Bowman's office! It doesn't matter if your 14 or 44 ...the staff treats you with respect and makes you feel comfortable....the office is crazy cool too! A must see even if your not getting braces!!
TM

Miss Paw Paw 2014 and Miss Paw Paw Runner-Up 2011

Sister Act. Lovely young ladies with gorgeous smiles! Miss Paw Paw 2014 and Miss Paw Paw Runner-Up 2011, Laura and Rachel VanOeffelen, discuss their Kalamazoo Orthodontic experience.

Athlete of the Week

Former KO patient, Parker Marcon, earns Athlete of the Week honors as a Senior for Paw Paw High School soccer team.

http://highschoolsports.mlive.com/news/article/-8480014547877065701/paw-paws-parker-marcon-mattawans-lexi-ignelzi-earn-athletes-of-the-week-honors/#incart_river

UGLY

Good luck to Portage Northern High School's Marching Band at the State Finals on Friday. KO braces patient, Joe Marsh, plays trumpet in the 2014 edition of the Huskies band. His "UGLY" tee-shirt is the logo for the marching band's show that recounts the story of The Ugly Duckling. Certainly the title "UGLY" has been a conversation starter and elicits reactions from folks who are curious about the moniker. 

http://portagenorthernlight.com/1321/showcase/anything-by-flat-inside-portage-northerns-2014-marching-band-season/

Butterfly Braces in Progress

Hockey enthusiast, Skylar Makarewicz, knows to wear a mouthguard to protect her pearly whites and Butterfly System braces. I see more than a little emulation of Wayne Gretzky in that pose. — at Kalamazoo Orthodontics - Dr. S. Jay Bowman.

Allyah Lemmer's Kalamazoo Christian High School Varsity Softball Team finished 2nd in the MHSA Championship Finals. She is sporting KO's own Butterfly System braces working towards a beautiful new smile. — at Kalamazoo Orthodontics - Dr. S. Jay Bowman.

Star Wars Smile

Trace Puckett has the right shirt and the right smile at Kalamazoo Orthodontics — at Kalamazoo Orthodontics - Dr. S. Jay Bowman.  KO's Donna has known Trace growing-up since he was 4!

Math & Science Fair

KO Team members Paige, John, Courtney, and Carrie represented Kalamazoo Orthodontics at Gobles Elementary School's Math & Science Community Fair. This team created a very inventive "big mouth" with working braces to illustrate how teeth move with orthodontics and they emphasized the importance of oral hygiene for their young and appreciative audience.