Dr. Domenic Mazzocco graduated from Harvard University in 1984 with a bachelor of arts degree. He then graduated magna cum laude from Tufts Dental School in 1989 with a DMD degree. He was inducted into the National Dental Honor Society, O.K.U., at graduation. His specialist training was completed at Tufts in 1991, where he received his certificate in orthodontics, allowing him to specialize and limit his practice to orthodontics.
After completing his orthodontic specialist training, Dr. Mazzocco came to work with Dr. David Barnes here in Hanover. Dr. Barnes had been practicing here for about 25 years. After working together for 3 years Dr. Barnes retired, leaving Dr. Mazzocco to continue the tradition of excellence in orthodontics that had been established many years before.
Every member of the staff has been working in orthodontics for many years and they are very knowledgeable and well-trained. If you ever have any questions about your braces feel free to ask anyone on the staff. We will be glad to answer any questions so that you will understand everything that we are doing and feel comfortable in our office. We want you to enjoy your visits.
Wearing elastics (or rubber bands) improves the fit of your upper and lower teeth. Wear rubber bands as instructed and remember that the rubber bands work far more efficiently if theyre worn as prescribed.
Headgear is used to treat patients whose teeth are in an overbite, with the upper jaw forward of the lower jaw, or an underbite with the lower jaw forward of the upper jaw. Headgear gently pulls on your teeth to restrict further forward growth of your upper teeth and jaw.
The Herbst appliance reduces overbite by encouraging the lower jaw forward and the upper molars backward. This fixed appliance is used mostly for younger, growing children and is worn for about 12-15 months.
The palatal expander expands (or widens) your upper jaw by putting gentle pressure on your upper molars each time an adjustment is made. Your orthodontist will instruct you about when and how to adjust your expander. When you achieve the desired expansion, you will wear the appliance for several months to solidify the expansion and to prevent regression.
Retainers may be removable or fixed. They hold your teeth in their new, correct positions after your teeth have been straightened. Your orthodontist will instruct you on how to care for your retainer and about the duration of the wear. Wearing your retainer as directed is crucial to prevent regression of your treatment.
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2 years ago
Great staff amazing results for all of my kids.
Christine Nelson
2 years ago
Clean environment with friendly knowledgeable staff.. accommodating with schedule conflict.. great job Hanover orthodontist!!
Janine Dailey
2 years ago
Wonderful staff! Amazing and gentle. Staff is amazing.
Robert Coose
2 years ago
My daughter just got her braces off & she looks great. I can't say enough good things about Hanover Orthodontics. My dental coverage changed half way through & dealing with Hanover Orthodontics was so easy. They also send you get reminders for your visits on a regular basis, so you Do not forget. This was very helpful.
Melissa King
2 years ago
Great orthodontist!!!!! Very friendly, informative, and professional!!!!
Nancie Cosby
2 years ago
Dr. Mazzocco and his staff are wonderful! I really appreciated the options Dr. Mazzocco presented to me and the time he took to explain everything. It has been such a pleasant experience and I'm thrilled with my results! I highly recommend Hanover Orthodontics.
Kossimoto Family
2 years ago
Everyone has been super welcoming and knowledgeable. We appreciate the fact that they do not push you to rush into treatment but present options that work for your child. Thank you!
Suzanne Tuffy
2 years ago
This place is wonderful. My son and I both came out feeling relieved and happy. They are so nice and very pleasurable to work with! I am so glad my sister referred us to them!
Samantha Denneno
2 years ago
I would recommend Hanover Orthodontics to anyone! Especially those that have children who are nervous to get braces. The staff was friendly from start to finish, especially Rachel! Rachel was so kind & made my daughter so comfortable. She was extremely nervous to get braces, but is a lot better now because of how comfortable Rachel made her feel. We even got a few laughs!! Extremely pleased & happy that we decided to go to this orthodontist.
C M
2 years ago
Rachel was super friendly and was very engaging with my daughter. The doctor went over everything and did it so we could understand. The office was nice and clean. I look forward to getting my daughter that perfect smile
Eileen Cefail
2 years ago
Dr. Mazzocco and his team are the best of the best! My daughter had a wonderful experience and now has a beautiful smile to prove it! Thank you so much for everything!!!
A B
2 years ago
Had a great consult for my 11 year old son. The team made him feel so comfortable. Originally I was going to "shop around" but my son is so excited to get braces now, why should I even bother??
Jacqui DePina
2 years ago
Super friendly staff. Rachel went out of her way to make my son feel comfortable. He is actually asking when he can go back to the orthodontist! The doctor was very friendly and helpful. All of our options were clearly presented with no pressure at all. I would highly recommend!
tara martini
2 years ago
I was extremely nervous to get my first root canal, but Dr. Kafri was so patient and kind, and his assistant Ludy did everything she could to make me comfortable. Great experience, highly recommend them!!!
Michelle
2 years ago
Erika was amazing, knowledgeable and efficient. Erika explained everything to me in a way that I felt comfortable, safe and definitely heard. My concerns were addressed in a respectful and informative manner. Dr. Mazzocco was a pleasure. Confident, reassuring and efficient. Great bed side manner! Dr. Mazzocco entire office/dental team is quite amazing! Michelle C.
Katrina Clark
2 years ago
Everyone was super friendly and welcoming!
Hilary Echols
2 years ago
Extremely friendly and knowledgeable staff...made our family feel welcomed and comfortable from the moment we walked into the door!
Jacqui DePina
3 years ago
Super friendly staff. Rachel went out of her way to make my son feel comfortable. He is actually asking when he can go back to the orthodontist! The doctor was very friendly and helpful. All of our options were clearly presented with no pressure at all. I would highly recommend!
Eileen Cefail
3 years ago
Dr. Mazzocco and his team are the best of the best! My daughter had a wonderful experience and now has a beautiful smile to prove it! Thank you so much for everything!!!
A B
3 years ago
Had a great consult for my 11 year old son. The team made him feel so comfortable. Originally I was going to "shop around" but my son is so excited to get braces now, why should I even bother??
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