Extreme Couponing for Braces?

Have you seen the new hit TV show on TLC called Extreme Couponing? It's a documentary series where coupon-clippers 'nickel and dime' their way to outrageous savings, sometimes even FREE cartloads of groceries!

Just like most of you, I get those neighborhood "Value Coupon" packets in the mail with discounts to local carpet cleaners, restaurants, tanning studios, window washers. etc. Extreme couponing, here we come, right?

Not exactly. Usually I just throw the packets away but today I leafed through the coupons and was surprised to find an orthodontist advertising a very LOW 'fixed-fee' for braces. The fee was almost $1000 less than the average cost of orthodontic treatment in Akron Ohio. How could they afford to provide the highest quality of care and have such a low fee? Our office has always tried to keep fees as reasonable as possible. We know orthodontics is a significant expense for most families. It just didn't make sense that someone could "coupon" themselves down to such a low fee.

As one would expect, there was a catch.

The fixed fee for braces did not include the use of any appliances beyond the braces. Thus, there are hidden fees beyond the advertised price. It's kind of a "bait and switch" approach to get you in the door. Is it illegal? No. It's just misleading as you end of paying for expanders, retainers, etc bringing the cost of the treatment up to the local average.

At Barnett Orthodontics, there's no confusion about what the fee covers. There are no additional charges and no hidden fees. No "nickel and diming".

Come and see what people are talking about. We are proud to say, that what you see is what you get. Integrity. Quality care at an affordable cost. No coupon necessary.

How many orthodontists does it take to change a light-bulb (straighten your teeth)?!?

Question: "How many different orthodontists will I have to work with during my treatment at your office?"

Answer: "It takes ONE orthodontist (Dr. Barnett) in ONE office location (Barnett Orthodontics) to straighten your teeth."

Believe it or not, this is a question we hear almost once a month from our new patients at Barnett Orthodontics. Whether it's a child or adult orthodontic case, the patients and parents concern about having multiple orthodontists rests in the fact that different doctors have different personalities and different treatment techniques. Most patients and parents want continuity of care and they want the same person making decisions about what's happening in their case, each and every month.

At Akron's Barnett Orthodontics, Dr. Barnett is the only orthodontist you will be working with. You can rest assured from your first appointment through the completion of your treatment and into the retainer checks, the orthodontist you will see is Dr. Barnett. He will be in absolute control of your treatment each step of the way. No doctor sharing, no questions about which direction the treatment will go. You will get to know Dr. Barnett and he will get to know you.

As well, with only one office location, we will always be available, five days a week (and some Saturday's) to see you for your regular appointments or for emergencies. There is no need to drive a long distance to a second office location for ANY appointment.

It takes one doctor and one location--come experience our experience at Barnett Orthodontics!
330-745-4497
www.barnettortho.com

The Orthodontic Experience...It's the TEAM that makes it GREAT!

We regularly hear that people come to our office for our wonderful orthodontic results.

A big part of MY success as the orthodontist however, in getting that wonderful result, is the assistants who work on your teeth, the people who answer our phones and the care that everyone has for our patients' well-being.

I wanted to take this moment to THANK my orthodontic TEAM for their hard work and the enthusiasm they bring to this practice. Without them, there wouldn't be a true EXPERIENCE for our patients-- instead, we would be just another doctor's office.

We strive to make this medical/dental experience like none other you've ever had.
We hope you enjoy it.


As a side note, I wanted to wish Amber our orthodontic assistant the best of luck as she recently left our office to focus on her family and her education. We'll miss seeing you every week Amber but we'll look forward to your kids appointments at the office.
Amber is the 2nd person from the left.

Txt Msg Appt Reminders--now available at Barnett Orthodontics

As many of you already know, we've been sending e-mail appointment reminders for over a year. Now, at Akron's Barnett Orthodontics, there's one more way to get a friendly appointment reminder right to your cell phone.

Over the next few months, we will be collecting cell phone numbers for those that are interested in participating in this service. With how busy life can get, we see this as a great way to help our patients manage their appointments.

Got Justin Bieber FEVER? Barnett Ortho spoofs his choice on invisalign vs braces.

Justin Bieber wants his teeth straight just as much as the next person, but apparently, not with traditional metal braces! As you can see in the video below, this teen sensation opted for Invisalign Teen -- a clear invisible alternative to metal braces. Only recently did Invisalign become available to teenagers and its popularity is growing based on the trends we see in our practice. Invisalign is not for all problems, so if interested, be sure to ask Dr. Barnett if it's right for you.



Familiar with Bieber's "BABY" song, check out our short silly remake of the chorus to poke fun at his choice of Invisalign over braces. Do you think Bieber is being a "Big Baby" about how sore it makes his teeth?

Barnett Orthodontic is a Premier Provider of Invisalign and Invisalign Teen in the Akron Ohio Area. We are located in Barberton Ohio and serve patients from numerous surrounding communities. Call us today to learn more or to schedule an appointment 330-745-4497.

FOOD DRIVE CONTEST WINNERS

Congratulations to Morgan and Allyson. Morgan brought in the most food items and Allyson won the drawing for everyone who brought at least one food item into the office.

Thanks to everyone who contributed to this wonderful cause.

Barnett Othodontics Gives Back...and so did SO MANY of our patients. 450 lbs of food!!!

We wanted to thank our wonderful patients for donating so much food for the needy over the last six weeks. We are happy to report that we collected over 450 pounds of food for the Akron Canton Regional Food Bank.

On October 15th, our entire office volunteered at the Food Bank and bagged over 1600 bags of cereal. We had a great time giving back to our community.

A special thanks to our patient, Zach Sheppard for joining us on our volunteer day. His mom works for the Food Bank and he generously gave his time to our cause.

FOOD BANK CONTEST WINNERS

Most amount of food donated ($30 to Summit Mall)--Morgan

Random drawing for all who donated ($20 to Summit Mall)--Allyson