I have found it a privilege and a thrill to be an orthodontist. The joy comes from the individuals and families I have encountered and the lasting relationships that have been built. I love the fact that my practice spans a wide range of ages and all the different personalities that accompany each. Most of all, it is the upbeat attitudes and smiles on a daily basis that enrich my life. We all have a sense of pursuing common goals and working together to put the gift of a great smile on each persons face.

Orthodontics is never routine, since so many new techniques and technologies are unfolding. The best aspect of practicing orthodontics is that this profession is constantly changing. The challenge for me is to sort out the hype from the truly useful. We strive to bring the most value to the families we treat. I regularly participate in continuing education courses as a way to offer my patients all the benefits of the latest, proven techniques in orthodontics.

We believe orthodontic treatment consists of an ongoing relationship with our patients. Each individual deserves to feel, and be, the total focus of attention of the entire staff when arriving for every visit. If our patients have not smiled, laughed, or been made to feel special, then we havent done our job. We are here for our patients, and we want everybody who comes to our practice to feel welcome.

I spent my early years growing up in Torrington, Connecticut, and now reside in Leominster with my wife, Maureen. We have three grown, married sons, and we are the proud grandparents of sixgrandsons and two granddaughters. I have a great appreciation for the arts, and in my free time I enjoy oil painting, drumming, and most outdoor activities/sports.

Community involvement has always played a major role in my professional and private life. I believe that it is myduty to help make the community in which I live and have my practice become better. I enjoy participating in a variety of community activities, including having coachedbasketball and baseball teams, volunteering my time to youth organizations, and supporting a number of charities, especially school based activities.

Many warmhearted stories have been written about the role of dogs in our daily lives. For those of you who did not know Ranger, he was a wonderful dog. Ranger was a Shepherd, Labrador, and Chow mix. My oldest son adopted Ranger out of a shelter while in college. As he advanced inhis education he could no longer take Ranger with him.My wife and I adopted Ranger, with a lotof hesitation, feeling that having a dog would restrict our time and freedom; pluswe never had a pet previously.

Almost immmediatelywe find out that having Ranger around was hardly a burden.In fact, Rangers mere presence was a gift of unparalleled joy. Ranger was a constant companion, Hewas everybodys soul mate, and he created everlasting warmth in the hearts of those who knew him.

Sadly, Rangerdeveloped cancer, and after receiving surgery, radiation, and medication, he passed away. However, the effort gave Ranger, and all who loved him, eighteen more months. Where once we feared a life with Ranger, its now sadto livelife without him. He was the the best to wake up to in the morning and the best with which to end the day.Its hard to understand just how much one dog can change your life, but for those of you who have experienced this, you know you are blessed beyond what words can describe.

We recognize that all of our patients are unique and deserve to receive orthodontic care that reflects their individual needs. Our experienced and talented team is committed to working with you and your family to create a comfortable, stress-free, and rewarding orthodontic experience every time you visit our practice. We are pleased to welcome you and your family, and we look forward to working with you.

What I love most about my Job: Orthodontics has to be one of the most rewarding jobs. Watching children and adults confidence grow as their smiles change has to the greatest part of my job. I love being one of the first team members in our office they get to encounter and being able to make patients feel welcome and comfortable gives me great satisfaction.

What I love about my job: Its very rewarding knowing how much my job impacts someones self-confidence and oral health. The change in the patient from the beginning of treatment to the end is quite amazing and fulfilling.

What I love about my job: Being at the front desk allows me to interact with everyone. I enjoy resolving insurance issues and doing my best to help people in any way possible. The front desk staff is always willing to go above and beyond to assist patients, parents, and each other any way possible. I enjoy watching smiles transform bring a new level of confidence in adolescence. The most rewarding part of my job is when these patients bring their children in for treatment years later.

What I love about my job: The most rewarding part of my job is having the opportunity to not only follow a patients journey to a beautiful smile, but also follow their millstones and achievements throughout treatment here at Dr. Yamins.

Dont worry! Braces arent nearly as scary as you may think. In fact, braces today come in a variety of styles, materials, and colors, making life with braces much easier, more comfortable, and even more stylish than in the past.

Orthodontic braces are a big part of life for many people your age. While braces may have had a bad reputation in the past, todays braces make it easy to look good and feel good! Please contact our practice to schedule your next orthodontic checkup.

Orthodontic treatment is no longer just for teens. In fact, the American Association of Orthodontists states that one in five orthodontic patients is over the age of 21. Many adults are choosing to receive treatment because they understand the importance of maintaining their health, and they want to feel better about their appearance. Adults everywhere are taking advantage of the opportunity to receive orthodontic care, and now you can too.

For many adults, the thought of having metal braces is enough to discourage them from receiving treatment. However, todays orthodontic treatment options offer a variety of braces and appliances that are comfortable, aesthetic, and customized to meet your needs. Types of braces include:

The main difference to remember when treating adults or children and teens, is that in younger patients the jawbones are still developing. For adults, these bones have stopped growing, which may mean the possibility of orthognathic surgery to align the jawbones. Other differences include:

Our practice also recognizes that adults and children have different needs, and require a different level of attention and care. We will work with you to ensure that you receive the most appropriate treatments, and that your needs are met with understanding and respect from us.