1. Rosenberg Orthodontics
295 Division Avenue
Brooklyn, New York 11211
(718) 577-5698
Welcome to the orthodontic practice of Dr. Phillip E. Rosenberg. At our Williamsburg, Brooklyn office,
we provide comprehensive orthodontic dental care for both children and adults. Dr. Rosenberg is proud
to provide the patients of Williamsburg and its surrounding environs with straighter teeth and beautiful
smiles. We utilize the latest technological advances in dentistry to treat all phases of orthodontics.
At our office, your orthodontic health is our top priority, compassion is our trademark and a perfect
smile is our ultimate goal. We promise to provide you with exceptional care every step of the way.
Paying attention to each patient's specific needs and preferences is just part of what distinguishes our
practice. It is our goal to make your course of treatment with us an extremely pleasant one and to give
you a smile that is both beautiful and functional.
We hope that you will find this website to be a useful and interesting resource for all of your
orthodontic concerns. If you would like more information about any of the procedures that we offer or
to request an appointment, please call our office.

2. Services
Initial Oral Examination
Your first visit at our office is very important in establishing your orthodontic baseline. Dr. Rosenberg
will perform a complete oral examination which includes an analysis of your malocclusion and a
thorough examination of your teeth, oral musculature and possible skeletal deformity. We will also
perform a thorough radiographic analysis of panoramic and cephalometric x-rays as well as a
photographic analysis. Any etiological factors such as poor oral habits will also be evaluated.
Interceptive Orthodontics
Historically, most patients did not commence orthodontic treatment until all of their permanent teeth
had erupted and then had a malocclusion diagnosed and addressed at the age of about 12-14. Waiting
this long often necessitated the extraction of several permanent teeth in order to create space for
orthodontic movement. More extensive movement necessitated the use of headgear and other
orthodontic appliances. It was noted that teen cooperation in wearing such appliances was often
problematic.
Interceptive orthodontics is a technique and philosophy which was developed to address certain
orthodontic problems between the ages of 7-11.This early intervention and phased treatment can result
in fewer extracted teeth and better patient compliance.
Some of the techniques used in this interceptive orthodontic phase include arch expansion, which allows
more room for permanent teeth and orthopedic growth appliances which enhance jaw growth and
make later orthodontic treatment much simpler.
These early interventions act as Phase 1 of a two step orthodontic treatment. Phase 2 will occur closer
to the time when standard orthodontics generally takes place. Interceptive orthodontic techniques will
allow Phase 2 of the treatment to become simpler, shorter and less extensive than it otherwise would
have been.
Orthodontics
The goal of orthodontics is to correct a malocclusion – a bad bite. Teeth may be crowded or crooked or
the upper and lower jaws may be out of alignment. Occasionally, even when teeth appear straight, the
patient may have a bite which is not even and which may be causing further dental problems.
Malocclusions may be inherited familialy, may be developmental or may be caused by poor oral habits
such as thumb sucking or tongue thrusting.
Orthodontic treatment seeks to address any or all of these problems. The goal of orthodontic treatment
is not only to create an attractive smile, but to develop a bite which can promote oral health. Straight,
uncrowded teeth are a lot easier to keep clean. Crooked, crowded teeth are much more difficult to
maintain and can lead to tooth decay and periodontal disease.

3. Orthodontics utilizes physics to slowly move teeth into the proper position. This is performed by using
corrective appliances, including braces and retainers. Brackets are placed on the teeth using bonding
technology. Arch wires are then threaded through these brackets . The tension and tightness of these
wires determines the individual movement of each tooth. Orthodontics applies constant pressure on
each tooth in a desired direction. By making adjustment to the pressure at follow up visits, our
orthodontists control the slow movement of the teeth until the malocclusion is corrected. Generally
speaking, orthodontic treatment can last from one to three years or longer depending on the patient's
age and severity of the malocclusion. Retainers are often worn to help ensure teeth remain in their new
position after braces have been removed.
Invisalign® Invisible Braces
Invisalign ® is a form of orthodontic treatment that works to correct many different types of
malocclusions through the use of a series of clear plastic trays called aligners. Invisalign® was developed
to eliminate the use of unsightly metal brackets and wires and allow orthodontic treatment to occur
almost "invisibly".
How Does Invisalign® Work?
After an evaluation visit to determine whether a patient is a candidate for Invisalign®, the orthodontist
will take dental impressions, radiographs and pictures. Using these, Invisalign® will use its unique
computer imaging system to create a series of Invisalign® aligners, which are clear and which will
replace the standard bracket and wires of conventional orthodontics. The first in the series of clear
retainers will fit the patient's teeth as they exist at the beginning of treatment. Each successive retainer
will exert forces which will move teeth to the position where the next retainer can take over.
The patient must wear each removable retainer for approximately two weeks. They must be worn at all
times – 24 hours a day - except during meals.
The number of aligners will vary from patient to patient depending on the severity of the malocclusion.
The overall length of treatment generally approximates the time needed for standard orthodontics.