Put Me in Coach! Orthodontic Mouth Guards

One of the most frequently asked questions by parents concerning their children is: “Now that my child has braces, can he/she play sports?" The answer is YES. We at Cigna Kroboth Orthodontists in Hopewell Junction, NY know how important it is for a child to maintain physical activity. Playing sports is a great source of exercise and vital to a young person’s health. However to avoid damage, proper precautions must be taken. A misplaced hockey stick or contact with a hard ball or surface may cause damage to the brackets or wires. We recommend that your child be fitted with an orthodontic mouth guard to assure your child a safe athletic experience.

Orthodontic mouth guards are better for your child’s braces rather than a regular one purchased in a sports store. A regular mouth guard is thermoplastic. They require being heated and molded to fit your teeth during initial use. With braces, your child’s teeth are being gradually straightened and moved during the process. This will negate the regular mouth guard to provide adequate support and protection.  

The other problem with a regular mouth guard is that it fits against the brackets too comfortably. If a child is hit in the mouth hard enough, the force will dislodge most of the brackets off of the teeth.  This will then lead to extra orthodontist visits for repairs.

Most orthodontic mouth guards are up of made of a high grade silicone which will fit into the mouth perfectly every time. It also has flanges that fit under your child’s lips to avoid any abrasion or contact with the brackets on top of the teeth. This will prevent the lips from being trapped under the braces and cause swelling or cuts. Orthodontic mouth guard should be used for any major contact sports such as soccer, football, basketball, wrestling, hockey and baseball

Cigna Kroboth Orthodontists in Hopewell Junction, NY will give you all the information you need on which orthodontic mouth guards are best for your children. The growth and development of their teeth is our number one priority. Visit our webpage at cignaorthodontics.com or call us today at 845-227-7880 to schedule an appointment. Cigna Kroboth Orthodontists is located at 1123 Route 82 in Hopewell Junction NY.

Invisalign in Wappingers Falls, NY

Often, when people hear Orthodontics in Wappingers Falls, NY, they think metal braces. For some patients, this can be a deterrent from pursuing the orthodontic treatment they need. Many feel that braces will limit the freedom they have in their current lifestyle, or fear that braces will diminish their confidence. If you are a patient like this, don't worry! Orthodontics at Cigna Kroboth is no longer just about traditional metal braces. In fact, metal braces are taking the backseat to the latest technological breakthrough in orthodontics, known as Invisalign. Here are the facts:

Invisalign in Wappingers Falls, NY is a system that uses a series of clear aligners to straighten the teeth. The aligners are made of smooth plastic, and Dr. Cigna and Dr. Kroboth specially fit them to the exact shape of your mouth, making them the most comfortable treatment option. 

Invisalign offers many advantages over traditional metal braces. First, and perhaps most importantly, Invisalign is virtually invisible, giving Hopewell Junction, NY patients the freedom and confidence to smile, speak, laugh, and pose for photos happily. Invisalign is also completely removable. Cigna Kroboth Orthodontics believes this is a huge advantage, as patients are then able to eat whatever they want, and brush and floss their teeth properly and thoroughly. Not to mention the ease with which patients in Hopewell Junction NY can continue to play sports, instruments, or participate in other hobbies. 

Invisalign is available for usually the same cost as metal braces, making them an even better alternative plan. Of course, like any treatment, Invisalign is not right for every single individual case. If you may be interested in Invisalign, set up at appointment at our Hopewell Junction, NY office today. Dr. Cigna or Dr. Kroboth will meet with you and examine exactly what you need. Then, they can determine if Invisalign is a good fit for you. If so, moving forward with Invisalign in Wappingers Falls, NY will be a smooth and easy transition. Cigna Kroboth Orthodontics will make sure that you are comfortable throughout the entire treatment process, while achieving the best possible result. Contact Cigna Kroboth Orthodontics to get your Invisalign treatment started.

Clear Braces in Dutchess County, NY

Cigna Kroboth Orthodontics has been providing traditional metal braces to patients of all ages in Dutchess County, NY for many years. Traditional metal braces in Wappingers Falls, NY offer many great advantages, such as efficiency, low cost, and comfort. However, there is one big disadvantage to metal braces, one that causes many patients, especially teens and adults, to be hesitant in pursuing orthodontic treatment. What's that? The look. But what if you could get all the benefits of metal braces, without the chunky, displeasing cosmetic disadvantages? At Cigna Kroboth Orthodontics, you can.

Cigna Kroboth Orthodontics in Dutchess County, NY is proud to offer clear braces. Clear braces in Wappingers Falls, NY fasten to the teeth and utilize the same bracket and archwire system as traditional metal braces. However, instead of using stainless steel brackets, the clear braces system uses invisible, ceramic brackets. These help to minimize the look of braces by drawing less attention to the teeth, and keeping the surface looking white rather than silver.  Clear braces in Dutchess County, NY are just as effective in treating mild to severe cases in the same amount of time as traditional metal. They also are generally similar in cost, making them the perfect alternative for someone who wants traditional braces, without the cosmetic negatives.

Dr. Cigna and Dr. Kroboth will be happy to discuss clear, ceramic braces with interested patients in Dutchess County, NY. If you or your child may want to begin treatment with clear braces, Contact us today. 

Sevices We Offer

At Cigna Kroboth Orthodontics, we are proud to offer our patients of the Wappingers Falls, NY area a variety of services. No matter what your teeth need, Cigna Kroboth Orthodontics has a solution that will leave you with a straighter smile.

• Traditional Metal Braces = Metal braces are the most commonly used form of orthodontic treatment. They are made of stainless steel brackets and wires, which fasten to the teeth comfortably and easily. Metal braces can treat a huge variety of cases, and are often the most effective way to straighten your smile in Wappingers Falls, NY

• Ceramic Braces = Ceramic braces are an alternative to traditional metal braces that use the same wire and bracket system, but are less noticeable. This is because the brackets are made of clear plastic. Clear braces can also treat a huge variety of cases, but are recommended by Dr. Cigna and Dr. Kroboth for older patients more often, as they require slightly more care to maintain their invisibility and stability.

• Invisalign = The Invisalign system is an orthodontic treatment that straightens teeth in the most discreet way possible. Invisalign is a series of clear, plastic aligners. They are removable, making brushing, flossing, and eating much easier. Invisalign is extremely comfortable and convenient, and can be used as a great alternative for patients who wish to keep their mouths metal-free throughout treatment, or who have less severe cases.

• Retainers = At Cigna Kroboth, we know that once the braces come off, the treatment process does not end. We offer retainers at our Wappingers Falls office to help patients maintain their beautiful smile. Retainers are either removable or permanently fastened to the teeth, and should be worn and cared for following Dr. Cigna and Dr. Kroboth's exact instructions. The retainer works to keep teeth in their proper positions and prevent shifting, solidifying the perfect smile that braces created.

• Appliances = In some cases, patients need to use orthodontic appliances (in addition to braces or Invisalign) prior to, during, or after treatment. These appliances are working to change the positioning of different parts of the mouth or teeth so that the braces can be even more effective in achieving a perfectly straight result. At Cigna Kroboth Orthodontics, patients may be instructed to use Headgear, Palate Expanders, Spacers, or Positioners. These appliances each work in their own way to guide the teeth the proper position. If you need one of these appliances, Drs. Cigna and Kroboth and the Wappingers Falls office team will explain them to you and help to answer any questions. 

Cigna Kroboth Orthodontics wants all patients in the Wappingers Falls, NY area to be able to achieve a flawless smile. With so many services offered at our office, you are only a call away from finding the right solution for your case. Contact us today to find out which of these services is best for you!

Introduction to Our Office

At Cigna Kroboth Orthodontics, http://www.cignaorthodontics.com/, located in Hopewell Junction NY and Pawling, we offer many services, including Braces, Invisalign, Two-phase treatment, Surgical Orthodontics, Dentofacial Orthopedics and more. We are proud to serve both teens and adults! Scroll through the various pages to on our website to find more information about our services and/or questions other people may have regarding their teen's braces.

Dr. Tamara Kroboth is a Specialist in Orthodontics & Dentofacial Orthopedics and has been a practicing orthodontist in the Dutchess County, NY area for several years. She believes that patients of all ages deserve youthful, healthy and beautiful smiles that will improve confidence and last a lifetime. She is passionate about delivering personalized care to each and every one of her patients and strives to give each patient their very own perfect smile. She is committed to keeping up to date with the most state of the art advances in Orthodontics through continuing education courses including Invisalign and a variety of topics on a regular basis. Dr. Kroboth is also a member of the American Association of Orthodontics, the American Dental Association, and the North East Society of Orthodontists.


Dr. Salvatore A. Cigna has been a practicing orthodontics for more than 20 years. He is passionate about educating patients, local dentists, and hygienists on the importance of proper orthodontic care. He loves creating beautiful, straight smiles, as well as properly treating the face and profile with his non-extraction philosophy. While the national extraction rate average is 20%, Dr. Cigna's rate averages less than 5%. Seeing the excitement on his patients’ faces, both young and young at heart, gives Dr. Cigna joy in coming to work each day.


To schedule your complimentary consultation, please vist us at http://www.cignaorthodontics.com or contact us at (845) 227-788.