Currently residing in South St. Louis City, Dr. Catherine Saracino is originally from Indiana where she completed her undergraduate degree in Spanish from the University of Notre Dame. Following college, Dr. Saracino earned a Masters of Science degree in Oral Biology and a Doctorate of Dental Medicine at the University of Louisville. Dr. Saracino then continued her dental education at Saint Louis University Center for Advanced Dental Education where she earned her specialty certificate in Orthodontics as well as a Master of Science in Dentistry. During her time at SLU, Dr. Saracino was also selected to complete a fellowship with Washington Universitys Craniofacial Cleft Lip and Palate team at St. Louis Childrens Hospital.
Catherine, along with her husband, Chris, and daughter, MaryRose, are excited to open Saracino Orthodontics in St. Louis Hills. She hopes to make her community a part of her orthodontic family. When Catherine is not creating perfect smiles or with her family, you can find her running or cheering on her favorite football team, The Fighting Irish.
Dr. Saracino is an active member of the American Association of Orthodontists, American Dental Association, Missouri Dental Society, Greater Saint Louis Dental Society, and the Orthodontic Education and Research Foundation. Dr. Saracino has obtained several awards throughout her scholastic journey including being inducted into the Omicron Kappa Upsilon National Dental Honor Society, Phi Kappa Phi All-University Honor Society and Delphi Society. Led by passion for service, excellence and making people smile, Dr. Saracino will do everything to help you reach your smile goals.
Its more important than ever to brush and floss regularly when you have braces, so the teeth and gums are healthy during orthodontic treatment. Patients who do not keep their teeth clean may require more frequent visits to the dentist for a professional cleaning. Adults who have a history of gum disease should also see a periodontist during orthodontic treatment. Watch the video below on the proper care of braces during orthodontic treatment.
What can you eat? Lets talk about what you shouldnt eat! For the first day or so, stick to soft foods. Avoid tough meats, hard breads, and raw vegetables. Before long, youll be able to bite a carrot again, but youll need to protect your orthodontic appliances when you eat for as long as youre wearing braces.
When you get your braces on, you may feel general soreness in your mouth and teeth may be tender to biting pressures for 3 5 days. Take Tylenol or whatever you normally take for headache or discomfort. The lips, cheeks and tongue may also become irritated for one to two weeks as they toughen and become accustomed to the braces. We will supply wax to put on the braces in irritated areas to lessen discomfort.
To successfully complete orthodontic treatment, the patient must work together with the orthodontist. The teeth and jaws can only move toward their corrected positions if the patient consistently wears the rubber bands or other appliances as prescribed. Lack of cooperation following instructions and damaged appliances lengthen the treatment time so please follow instructions.
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Rating 4.9 out of 5 based on 15 reviews
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newest oldest highest lowestEmily Martinez
2 years ago
My 8 year old daughter started seeing Dr. Saracino earlier this year after our dentist referred us to an orthodontist. We went in for a free consultation and Dr. Saracino was very informative and thorough about orthodontic treatment in kids. Our daughter had some crowding issues and Dr. Saracino recommended that she start with expanders to make room in her mouth for permanent teeth to come in and have more space. This should decrease the likelihood of needing to pull any teeth prior to her getting braces in the future. Dr. Saracino is so gentle and great with kids. My daughter looks forward to going to her office for check ups (she has cookies and hot chocolate in the waiting area)! :). If you're in the area and looking for an orthodontist for your kids (or yourself), I highly recommend Dr. Saracino!
Mary Simon
2 years ago
I went to Dr. Saracino for my Invisalign and it was the best decision I could've made! My teeth are exactly the way I imagined them to be! She is truly the best and I couldn't recommend her enough!!
Jeanine Maness
2 years ago
While I have not been to Dr. Saracino's new office I worked closely with her while she was obtaining her orthodontic degree and she was a breath of fresh air. I have seen hundreds of orthodontist through our program and she is one of the best. She is kind, patient and her chair side manner was second to none. I am certain she has taken all of these great attributes with her into her private practice. She will take great care of all the smiles in your family
michael loner
2 years ago
Saracino Orthodontist was very nice, they were friendly, and they were very forthcoming with information. They were patient and treated me like family. I would recommend them for anyone who is an adult and hesitant about going back to have your teeth realigned. I'll also trust her with my 10 year old when it comes time for him to get braces.
Alyse Scaglione
2 years ago
I went into Dr Saracino's office after breaking a semi permanent orthodontic retainer that was supposed to have been removed over two decades ago (I have been afraid of all dental work since due to this also). She quickly and painlessly removed the retainer, gave me recommendations for a dentist and we set up a treatment plan for getting my mouth back in order. Dr. Saracino and her staff were wonderful! Friendly, skilled and the office was impeccable. I am so glad I started my oral health journey in her office. Highly recommended!!!
Shannon Sonderman
2 years ago
I would highly recommend Dr. Saracino if you are needing and orthodontist. She is very knowledgeable about treatment plans and helpful when explaining what steps need to be taken. The physical space is clean and organized.
Mike Mitchell
2 years ago
Great office! Dr. Saracino was very thorough in explaining my treatment options.
Sharon Bell
2 years ago
I was in St. Louis visiting when one of my wires slipped out of place. She was so kind and fixed the problem immediately. Office was wonderful and conveniently located. Highly recommend.
Natalie Young
2 years ago
Dr. Saracino is wonderful! I had a retainer made here, and the process was incredibly easy and straightforward. Everyone I interacted with was kind and helpful, the office is beautiful and clean, and the visit was overall very enjoyable. Highly recommend to anyone in the St. Louis area.
Lindsey Barber
2 years ago
Saracino Ortho is awesome. I was on a work trip in St.Louis from Georgia, and had a power chain pop. Luckily I called Saracino Ortho and they were so kind and caring, and taking me right in to replace the power chain until I could get back home to my ortho! The people and facility were so welcoming! If I lived here they would def be my Ortho!!!
Nichole Dunbar
3 years ago
Dr. Saracino was amazing! She made you feel amazing about yourself when she was all done! Would recommend her to everyone!!!!
Tamarida Boone
3 years ago
Highly recommend Dr. Saracino if you are looking for an orthodontist! She is very caring and takes pride in her work. Very hands on when explaining treatment and answering questions throughout the process. Very happy with my end result and couldn't have had a better experience.
Sharon Bell
3 years ago
I was in St. Louis visiting when one of my wires slipped out of place. She was so kind and fixed the problem immediately. Office was wonderful and conveniently located. Highly recommend.
Natalie Young
3 years ago
Dr. Saracino is wonderful! I had a retainer made here, and the process was incredibly easy and straightforward. Everyone I interacted with was kind and helpful, the office is beautiful and clean, and the visit was overall very enjoyable. Highly recommend to anyone in the St. Louis area.
Lindsey Barber
3 years ago
Saracino Ortho is awesome. I was on a work trip in St.Louis from Georgia, and had a power chain pop. Luckily I called Saracino Ortho and they were so kind and caring, and taking me right in to replace the power chain until I could get back home to my ortho! The people and facility were so welcoming! If I lived here they would def be my Ortho!!!
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