SARATOGA SPRINGS –Daniello and Eigo Orthodontics recently opened at 191 Lake Ave. in Saratoga Springs. Dr. Thomas Eigo and Dr. Ralph Daniello are taking over the practice of another orthodontist, Dr. Alan Justin.
“I initiated with Dr. Justin, who was thinking of selling his practice, and I was thinking about buying,” said Dr. Daniello. “I thought it might be a good idea to have a partner for this because I have two other practices. Dr. Justin talked to Dr. Eigo and brought us together a year ago.”
Dr. Daniello and Dr. Eigo didn’t meet a year ago, however. They met when they were both students attending University at Buffalo School of Dental Medicine. In fact, Dr. Eigo, who was a senior at the time, taught a class on clinical periodontics that Dr. Daniello, a freshman, attended. Since then, they have crossed paths numerous times because of their careers, but this is the first time they will be partnering together.
“It’s nice having a partner to bounce things off of, instead of working as an island. As partners, we’re trying to expand and provide our services in a different area, but we also want to be able to cover more days. With two people, our office can be open five days a week, instead of just two or three,” mentioned Dr. Daniello.
Dr. Daniello currently has orthodontic offices in Ballston Spa and Gloversville, while Dr. Eigo has another practice in Glens Fall, though the two only work together at the Saratoga Springs office. Currently, Dr. Justin is also still working at the Saratoga Springs office with Dr. Eigo and Dr. Daniello, but he did cut back his hours.
With offices branching out all over the Capital Region, Dr. Eigo and Dr. Daniello are two orthodontists that are passionate and dedicated to their work.
When asked why he became an orthodontist, Dr. Eigo said, “I wanted to be involved in healthcare. Transforming smiles is very rewarding, as are the relationships you establish, because it’s long-term.”
Dr. Daniello was inspired to be an orthodontist at a young age. “When I had braces in junior high, I remember at that time, even though I was young, I thought ‘I could do this. This seems like a good job.’ It interested me too; I like working with my hands. I was good at science and math, so I thought it would be a good career path for me.”
Dr. Daniello and Dr. Eigo offer comprehensive services that will make any patient smile, or at least, make their smile even better.
When it comes to children, most dentists see their young patients every six months, so if an orthodontic problem is noticed, a referral is sent to the orthodontists. Often times, parents will contact them directly if they see a problem with their child’s teeth.
“Treatment can be preventative as well,” said Dr. Eigo in regards to treating kids. “It can be about helping out baby teeth and preventing more serious problems from occurring later.” Some of the most common issues they see are problems with bite, teeth not coming in properly, spacing problems and impacted teeth.
“What’s nice about orthodontics is that when you start seeing a child at age seven or eight, you’re going to follow that child up until they’re 16 or 17 years old. So you see them grow up,” noted Dr. Daniello.
Dr. Eigo and Dr. Daniello also treat adult patients.
“Many people couldn’t get treatment when they were young because they didn’t have the finances, or sometimes people just procrastinate,” said Dr. Eigo. “There are different modalities we can offer adults, such as appliances on the lingual side that aren’t seen.” Lingual braces are on the back of teeth, instead of the front, making them unnoticeable when the patient smiles.
Their office also provides Invisalign®, an alternative to standard braces that is popular among adults and teens. Instead of mental braces getting bonded to the teeth, Invisalign® aligners are made of clear plastic and are removable. The benefits of Invisalign® include easier brushing and flossing, more dietary options, and protection from teeth-grinding, as well as being nearly invisible when worn.
Though their office may provide orthodontic services similar to other doctors, patients will without a doubt experience unique and exceptional care with Dr. Eigo and Dr. Daniello.
“We have open communication with patients here,” said Dr. Eigo. “They feel like they are at home and they get all their questions answered.”
Dr. Daniello added, “You have to give people enough time. You don’t want to rush them out the door. You want to spend time with each person and give them the attention they need and deserve.”
To make an appointment with either Dr. Eigo or Dr. Daniello, call their Saratoga Springs office at 518-587-8777. For more information, visit their website at danielloeigoortho.com.
