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Our
office provides
one hour in office laser whitenting
and take home tray teeth whitening
system will provide the nicest
results in the least amount
of time. |
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is the tooth whitening process?
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Impressions
of your upper and lower
teeth are made. From these
impressions, the doctor
can have the staff make
a custom fitting tooth
whitening appliances. |
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You
are fitted with the appliances,
which are clear and very
hard to detect at a distance.
You will be given a professional
whitening system and personalized
instructions on how to
use it. |
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To
keep your teeth free from
tartar and plaque, you
and our dental professionals
will plan the proper homecare
regimen to keep your smile
looking good for a lifetime.
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| Periodontal |
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| Testing
For Periodontal Disease |
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| During
your checkup, the dentist or
hygienist will examine your
gums. This is called a periodontal
examination. An instrument called
a periodontal probe is used
to gently measure the pocket
space between each tooth and
gum. This will determine the
depth of periodontal pockets.
A pocket size of three millimeters
is considered normal unless
gum recession is present. |
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the more severe the disease,
the greater the pocket depth. |
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| Treatment
methods depend upon the type
of disease and how far the condition
has progressed. |
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first step is usually a thorough
cleaning that may include scaling
to remove plaque and tartar
deposits beneath the gumline,
The tooth roots may also be
planed to smooth the root surface
allowing the gum tissue to heal
and reattach to the tooth. In
some cases, the occlusion (bite)
may require adjustment. |
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| Antibiotics
or irrigation with antimicrobials
(chemical agents or mouthrinses)
may be recommended to help control
the growth of bacteria that
create toxins and cause periodontitis.
In some cases, the dentist may
place antibiotic fibers in the
periodontal pockets after scaling
and planing. This may be done
to control infection and to
encourage normal healing. |
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| When
deep pockets between teeth and
gums (4 to 6mm or greater are
present), it is difficult for
the dentist to thoroughly remove
plaque and tartar. Patients
can seldom, if ever, keep these
pockets clean and free of plaque.
Consequently, surgery may be
needed to restore periodontal
health. |
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| Dental
Implants |
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| Start
A New Way Of Living |
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| A
Unique Solution To A Troublesome
Problem |
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| Life's
simple pleasures can cause problems
and pain for the millions of
adults who suffer from permanent
tooth loss. Men and women of
all ages are self-conscious
about their dentures, bridges
or missing teeth. Some have
difficulty speaking because
their dentures slip or click.
For others, the irritation and
pain caused by dentures are
constant reminders of the limitations
they feel. Many are concerned
about their appearance and may
feel that their tooth loss has
"aged them" before their time.
Some regularly decline invitations
to social events because they
are unwilling to face the uncertainties
of eating, speaking and laughing
in public. Many can no longer
enjoy their favorite foods,
nor the social interaction with
family and friends that accompanies
special events. |
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| Now,
more and more people are putting
an end to these problems by
choosing dental implants, a
revolutionary way to replace
missing teeth. Dental implants
offer an excellent alternative
to the limitations of conventional
dentures, bridges and missing
teeth. Dental implants are changing
the way people live. With them,
people are rediscovering the
comfort and confidence to eat,
speak, laugh and enjoy life.
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| Why
Are People Choosing Dental Implants?
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| A
national survey of oral and
maxillofacial surgeons found
that patient interest and demand
has grown significantly. |
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| The
survey found: |
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- Dental
implant use has nearly tripled
since 1986 and is expected
to continue to rise rapidly.
- People
of all ages are turning
to dental implants to replace
a single tooth, several
teeth or a full set of dentures
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| Leading
reasons cited for choosing dental
implants are: |
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- to
restore normal eating and
speaking abilities
- to
enhance facial appearance
and confidence
- to
increase denture retention
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to the survey, the reasons for
the increased demand are: |
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- Growing
public awareness of the
significant functional and
aesthetic advantages of
dental implants over conventional
dentures and bridges
- The
availability of data on
the long-term success of
dental implants Experts
predict that the demand
for the procedure will continue
to grow as people become
more familiar with the benefits
of dental implants.
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| An
Alternative To Natural Teeth
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| Dental
implants are a great option
for patients missing natural
teeth, because they act as a
secure anchor for artificial
replacement teeth and eliminate
the instability associated with
surface adhesives and removable
bridges. Your natural teeth
absorb biting pressure of up
to 540 lbs. per square inch.
Long-time denture-wearers can
often absorb no more than 50
lbs. per square inch. Dental
implants, when properly placed,
can withstand 450 lbs. per square
inch of biting pressure. Dental
implants are made of materials
that are compatible with human
bone and tissue. The implants
are surgically placed directly
into or on top of the jawbone.
Small posts are then attached
to the implants that protrude
through the gums. These posts
provide stable anchors for artificial
replacement teeth. |
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| Dental
Implants Fit Patient Needs |
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| Based
on patient needs, a single tooth,
a partial bridge or a full set
of replacement teeth are fitted
to the implants and lock in
place over the protruding posts.
In appearance and in function,
implants are the closest thing
to natural teeth and a good
alternative to conventional
dentures. Implants eliminate
the day-to-day frustrations
and pain of ill-fitting dentures.
They allow people to enjoy a
healthy and varied diet without
the restrictions many denture-wearers
face. With a sense of renewed
self-confidence, many people
rediscover the excitement of
an active life-style shared
with family and friends and
the chance to speak dearly and
comfortably with co-workers.
For all these reasons, people
with dental implants often say
they feel better ... they look
better ... they live better.
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| What
You Can Expect |
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| An
oral and maxillofacial surgeon
can determine if you are a candidate
for dental implants. You will
be evaluated based upon a number
of things including dental health,
life-style, jawbone quality,
and oral hygiene habits. In
close consultation with your
own dentist, the oral and maxillofacial
surgeon can plan your dental
implant treatment program. |
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| Dental
implant surgery is often done
in an oral and maxillofacial
surgeon's office. In some cases,
the procedure is done in a hospital
or ambulatory surgery center.
In any event, an oral and maxillofacial
surgeon can determine the most
appropriate setting based on
your individual needs. |
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| A
Two-Phase Procedure |
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| For
most patients, the placement
of dental implants involves
two surgical procedures. First,
the implants are surgically
placed into or on top of your
jawbone. These small devices
make up the framework needed
to securely hold replacement
teeth. For the first three to
six months following surgery,
the implants are beneath the
surface of the gums, gradually
bonding with the jawbone. During
this time, you should be able
to wear temporary dentures and
eat a soft diet. |
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| Some
patients do report minor pain
and swelling immediately after
the procedure but most experience
no change in their daily routines.
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| While
the implants are bonding with
the jawbone, new replacement
teeth are fashioned by your
dentist. The replacement teeth
must clip onto the implants,
fit securely in the mouth and
withstand the day-to-day movement
and pressure created by chewing
and speaking. So, it is important
that are created by a dentist
with proper training in restorative
techniques. |
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| Once
the implants have bonded to
the jawbone, the second phase
of the procedure begins. At
this time, the oral and maxillofacial
surgeon uncovers the implants
and attaches small posts that
will act as anchors for the
artificial teeth. The posts
protrude through the gum line
but are not visible when artificial
teeth are attached. |
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entire Process, from evaluation
to completion, generally takes
six to eight months. During
this time, most patients do
not experience any disruption
in their normal business and
social activities. Because dental
implants are made of materials
that are compatible with human
bone, there is little chance
for an allergic reaction in
the body. However, implants
can fail when proper oral hygiene
techniques are not used. Dental
implants require special individual
care. Proper brushing, flossing,
rinsing and regular check-ups
are critical to the long-term
success of your implants. |
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| A
Team Effort |
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| Though
dental implants are a relatively
simple procedure, they generally
warrant the expertise of two
dental professionals - an oral
and maxillofacial surgeon and
a restorative dentist. |
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| Working
as a team, the oral and maxillofacial
surgeon and restorative dentist
can determine if you are a candidate
for implants and design an appropriate
treatment plan. A restorative
dentist, with training in dental
implants, creates the replacement
teeth. He or she prepares the
necessary molds and works with
a dental laboratory to make
sure that the denture or bridge
will meet the particular needs
of each patient. Additionally,
dental implant patients should
see a dentist for routine follow-up
care and maintenance. |
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| An
oral and maxillofacial surgeon
is a dental specialist who surgically
treats the mouth and jaw area.
Following dental school, an
oral and maxillofacial surgeon
completes several additional
years of training in a hospital
residency program and is trained
to administer and monitor all
types of anesthesia needed for
oral surgery procedures. |
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| Start
A New Way Of Living Today |
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| If
you are among the millions of
Americans who suffer from permanent
tooth loss, you can eliminate
the problems and pain caused
by dentures, bridges or missing
teeth. You can begin to rediscover
the joy of eating healthy, speaking
clearly and laughing comfortably.
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| Take
the first step. Get the facts
about dental implants. See your
dentist or a member of the American
Association of Oral and Maxillofacial
Surgeons. With their training
and expertise, they can determine
if dental implants are right
for you. |
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| Custom
dentures / Restorative |
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| Dentures
Need Not Look Artificial |
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| Your
dentist is among a select few
who use the Simply Natural Denture
System for natural looking full
dentures. Simply Natural Dentures
resist staining, are stronger,
last longer, and fit more comfortably
than typical dentures. |
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| Here
are the easy steps required
by your dentist to create Simply
Natural Dentures: At your first
appointment your dentist will
ask you some specific questions
about your present dentures
and about how you want your
new dentures to look. Impressions
are then taken and the models
sent to the lab for fabrication
of an esthetic guide. |
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| During
your second appointment your
dentist uses your unique esthetic
guide to determine your personal
smile characteristics. The guide
will be positioned in your mouth,
the dentist will set your bite
and adjust the front teeth.
This helps to recreate your
natural smile. Special consideration
is taken to ensure proper lip
support and a pleasing smile
line for your facial contour. |
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| At
the third appointment a wax
copy of your new denture is
fitted into place to confirm
tooth position and bite. Any
changes to your smile or bite
can be easily made to the wax
copy if necessary. When you
and your dentist are completely
satisfied, your denture is sent
to the laboratory for final
processing. |
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