Doggie Tidbits

My wife Carolyn and I have had small dogs in our lives for years. Like all our dogs they need tender loving care, and yet it took me a while to realize that they needed oral care as well. I did have them groomed, washed, and there teeth brushed. What I didn't know is that each dog was different and they needed different types of cleanings. Yes, dogs get periodontal disease. Much like humans they require a different frequency in cleanings of there teeth. Now my Veterinarian wanted to heavily sedate my dogs every time they needed there teeth cleaned, which I was reluctant to schedule due to cost because they needed them more often. I did have a dog lose a few teeth because of his periodontal disease. Since then I make it a priority to take the advise and recommendation of my Vet, and my dogs are very healthy. Now 95% of adults and teenagers require more then two cleanings a year. Unfortunately people are insurance driven, and in this economy there's not much extra cash laying around. What you need to remember is your health is very important and who wants to lose a tooth. Hopefully your smart enough not to let your insurance company dictate your health or your family's. Periodontal disease can sneak up on you over the years and do a great deal of damage. They don't call it the "Silent Killer" for nothing. Here's my advice to you. Place all your spare change in a coffee can every day, then at the end of the year, you just might have enough for a one more extra cleaning. Doesn't hurt to try. Every penny counts now a days. Well if you've missed a cleaning, canceled or haven't seen us in a while, give us a call at 866-76-SMILE. Lets get you healthy and keep it that way.

Thinking of whitening your teeth?

There are lots of reasons why teeth whitening is a topic this time of year. Summer is a time for weddings, family reunions, travel and outdoor fun. Generally it is a time when a lot of photos are taken and people want to look their best. That often means teeth whitening.

Whitening is a very common treatment that can be done a number of different ways. It is often the first step someone takes when it comes to cosmetic dentistry and it is also one of the easiest and quickest treatments you can have to improve your smile. That is why teeth whitening is so popular.

When it comes to teeth whitening, you can get over the counter products at your local grocery store or drug store. These over the counter products can be effective but lack the strength of the treatments you can get from a dentist. And, in this case, strength of the chemicals equates to the amount of product and time you need to achieve a result. And, in the end, it makes a difference in what kind of result you will see. Most people who are serious about whitening their teeth wind up at the dentist asking for options even after they have tried the over the counter products.

Most dentists have a take-home whitening kit that you can purchase. Generally, it is more effective than the over the counter products. However, when someone comes to me for whitening, it is usually all about laser whitening. This is the one-hour whitening process we offer where we apply a special chemical to your teeth. That chemical reacts to a light source we place in your mouth and the results are whiter teeth. This is known as chairside whitening or laser whitening.

If you would like more information on whitening your teeth for an upcoming occasion, please contact me.

Join our social network

Over the summer, we will be starting a Facebook page for our practice. If you haven’t tried social networking online, you should give it a try. It a great way to stay connected with people and share information with each other.

I will post it in my blog when we are ready for you to search us out and become our friend on facebook. Until then, you may want to try out Facebook. If you are unfamiliar with it, it is a free service with a lot of important privacy options. Users will tell you that it is a good way to keep up with what is going on with friends.

This is why we are making a Facebook page for my practice. As you, know, my practice is not your average dental practice. We make all kinds of efforts to ensure your comfort and to keep you posted on the important advancements in dentistry that can be of benefit to you and your family. Our Facebook page will allow us to do that even better, so we want to encourage anyone who is not on it to join up. We’ll be out there looking for you to become a Facebook friend really soon.

Headaches and TMJ

Most people would not consider going to the dentist for a headache but, for a lot of people, it can save you a lot of time and trouble. If you have chronic migraines, it could be caused by your bite.

I have a special post-graduate training in treating TMJ, a jaw joint disorder that causes all kinds of chronic pains, including headaches. In a nutshell, if your bite does not site properly, the jaw joint and connective tissues become irritated causing pain the jaw, head, neck and more.

Most people just go to their family physician when they have a persistent headache. Almost always, a family doctor will prescribe pain medication because the cause of the headache is usually apparent. I do my best to let area doctors know that they should refer patients with chronic, undiagnosed head, neck or jaw pain to me for a TMJ exam. Our TMJ exams are not invasive and the treatments are non-invasive as our goals are to realign the bite to alleviate the irritation in the jaw joint and surrounding tissues.

Treating TMJ when it is the cause of chronic head, neck and jaw pain is more preferable than relying on painkillers to numb back pain. It is healthier and almost all my TMJ patients tell me they feel like they have their life back now that the pain is gone. If you or someone you know suffers from chronic head, neck and jaw pain, please contact us for help.

From Numb to Normal

Do you dislike being numb after your dental appointment? Well Dr.Rose has something new that will bring you back to normal. Its called OraVerse. This is the first and only product of its kind to rapidly reverse the effects of your local dental anesthetic. It is scientifically proven to accelerate the return of normal sensation and function following routine dental procedures. The average person is numb 3-4 hours. OraVerse can help you return to normal in half the time. This breakthrough changes your measure of comfort by creating an easy and expedient return to your normal activities. Dr. Rose and his team of professionals want you to have the most comfortable experience as possible. Its a commitment that begins when you walk in the door and extends long after you leave. So talk, smile, and drink normally in about half the time because OraVerse will bring you back. Call for an appointment at 866-76-SMILE
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