Thursday, July 19, 2007
Interactive Smile Style Guide
This interactive program and book guides us in building a Smile Style through tooth shape and length selection. The program is designed for the doctor and patient to work together to develop the shape of the new smile. The 3 step process simplifies your choice from 72 Smile Styles to choosing between 3 shapes, then 6 shapes, then finally from 4 length variations! Only 13 Smiles to view to choose between 72 variations! The results of your choices are shown in close-up front view, side views and in both male and female portraits.
Step One
Select the desired cuspid style from the lateral smile view
Flat Cuspid
Pointed Cuspid
Round Cuspid
Select the desired cuspid style from the lateral smile view
Flat Cuspid
Pointed Cuspid
Round Cuspid
The clear alternative to braces INVISALIGN
Invisalign uses a series of clear aligners that are custom-molded to fit you. The virtually invisible aligners gradually reposition your teeth into a smile you'll be proud of.
Remove your aligners to eat, brush and floss
Change aligners every two weeks
Your teeth move little by little
Regular progress checks with your dentist or orthodontist
Results often in 6 months to 1 year
Remove your aligners to eat, brush and floss
Change aligners every two weeks
Your teeth move little by little
Regular progress checks with your dentist or orthodontist
Results often in 6 months to 1 year
Wednesday, July 18, 2007
Monday, July 2, 2007
Cosmetic Dentistry Checklist
The following checklist will help you to find the right cosmetic dentist for you. It is a good idea to print out and take this list with you when first consulting with a prospective dentist for cosmetic procedures. The relationship with your cosmetic dentist is a shared responsibility. While the dentist should explain each treatment option in detail, including its benefits and drawbacks, it’s important that you tell your dentist about yourself, your needs and the results you’re looking for. Ask the dentist and office staff as many questions as needed to help you understand the recommended treatment.
1. When you first call for a consultation, does the person who answers treat you courteously and with respect?
2. Are you provided with a timely appointment?
3. What is the cosmetic dentist’s educational background?
4. How many years in practice?
5. Does the dentist carry malpractice insurance?
6. What are the dentist’s additional education/training, memberships, and accreditation in cosmetic dentistry?
7. Are before and After Photos available for your type of procedure(s)?
8. Are the majority of procedures performed by the practice cosmetic procedures?
9. May you contact a patient who has had your type of procedure performed?
10. Are payment terms and/or financing available? What are the terms?
11. Is information provided about fees and payment plans before treatment is scheduled?
12. What arrangements are made for handling emergencies outside of office hours?
13. Does the doctor have a philosophy of care that will assure you of long-lasting dental health?
14. Will you be properly consulted regarding your dental problems and offered sound treatment options and solutions?
15. Is your prescribed treatment comprehensive, prioritized into phases, and planned over a reasonable period of time?
16. Does the doctor use modern diagnostic and treatment technology? (as example:digital diagnostic cameras and imaging software; magnification and fiber optics;digital x-ray imaging; micro-abrasion and adhesive bonding.
17. Does the dentist explain techniques that will help you prevent dental health problems? Is dental health instruction provided?
18. Does the doctor employ the most skilled technical laboratories and highest quality materials to fabricate your dental restorations?
1. When you first call for a consultation, does the person who answers treat you courteously and with respect?
2. Are you provided with a timely appointment?
3. What is the cosmetic dentist’s educational background?
4. How many years in practice?
5. Does the dentist carry malpractice insurance?
6. What are the dentist’s additional education/training, memberships, and accreditation in cosmetic dentistry?
7. Are before and After Photos available for your type of procedure(s)?
8. Are the majority of procedures performed by the practice cosmetic procedures?
9. May you contact a patient who has had your type of procedure performed?
10. Are payment terms and/or financing available? What are the terms?
11. Is information provided about fees and payment plans before treatment is scheduled?
12. What arrangements are made for handling emergencies outside of office hours?
13. Does the doctor have a philosophy of care that will assure you of long-lasting dental health?
14. Will you be properly consulted regarding your dental problems and offered sound treatment options and solutions?
15. Is your prescribed treatment comprehensive, prioritized into phases, and planned over a reasonable period of time?
16. Does the doctor use modern diagnostic and treatment technology? (as example:digital diagnostic cameras and imaging software; magnification and fiber optics;digital x-ray imaging; micro-abrasion and adhesive bonding.
17. Does the dentist explain techniques that will help you prevent dental health problems? Is dental health instruction provided?
18. Does the doctor employ the most skilled technical laboratories and highest quality materials to fabricate your dental restorations?
Periodontal Disease and Coronary Heart Disease
The mouth is the window to the body. It is both an indicator of the body's overall health, and a potential starting point for inflammation of the gums (periodontal disease), which affects three out of four adults age 35 and over, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
Periodontal disease not only causes tooth loss-researchers have also linked it to heart disease, stroke, diabetes, respiratory problems, and premature birth. Conversely, researchers are making the connection that these diseases can make an individual more susceptible to periodontal disease.
http://www.perio.org/consumer/mbc.heart.htmPeriodontal disease not only causes tooth loss-researchers have also linked it to heart disease, stroke, diabetes, respiratory problems, and premature birth. Conversely, researchers are making the connection that these diseases can make an individual more susceptible to periodontal disease.
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