Friday, June 5, 2015
Five Things You Need To Know About Porcelain Veneers
Five Things You Need To Know About Porcelain Veneers
Before venturing into the beautifying of your smile with porcelain veneers, there are five things you need to know.
So here they are:
- Choose The Right Dental Office: There is no such thing as a Cosmetic Dentist. Most dentists today can provide you porcelain veneers. The only difference is their ability and the lab they choose to use to create the veneer. Not all dentists are the same and certainly not all dental laboratories are the same. Find someone who has had beautiful veneers and ask them for a referral. Go onto the web and check out dentists in your area and be sure to look at their photo libraries. One caveat, don't be fooled by before and afters that are bought online. Be sure they are real patients that the dentist has restored himself. If necessary ask for the ability to actually talk to that patient. Follow this link for a FREE copy of our Cosmetic Report.
- Don't Be Fooled By Price - "Cheap is not good with parachutes or porcelain veneers". Yeah, I know I paraphrased this a bit but you get the point. Buying porcelain veneers by price is as silly as buying the cheapest parachute. Once your porcelain veneers are placed it game over. Tough to correct them if they are done poorly. There is never a guarantee that just because someone charges a higher fee that the restoration will be better, but on the other hand, cheap is usually cheap.
- Check Out The Office First - You CAN tell a book by its cover. If the dentist has a sloppy office, poorly furnished, torn carpeting etc. you can sort of get the idea that cosmetics is just not all that important.
- Staff Does Count - When you visit the office make sure it is a place where you are totally comfortable. You will most likely be a patient there for years since porcelain veneers do require maintenance. If the staff is not warm, friendly, professional and concerned about you. then find another office.
- Get A Preview - In our office we always do what we call a cosmetic design consult. We take impressions of you existing teeth, have our laboratory create a beautiful smile in wax and then we use that model to discuss your smile and then to create your temporary restoration. You then get a chance to wear your temps (which are a representation of the final result) and make any critiques before the final porcelain veneers are placed. It's like a "test drive".
- Never Allow Permanent Placement Before You're Thrilled - I know this is number six, but a very important point to make. At the final try-in visit, before the dentist bonds the porcelain veneers, make sure he/she tried them on and you get a good chance to take a look and approve. If you're not happy, this is the time to make your complaints known. It's very difficult to make any major changes once the porcelain veneers are bonded permanently in place.
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Thursday, June 4, 2015
Live In or Near Garden City NY and Looking For A New Dental Home?
If you've been looking for a new dentist or perhaps you've just moved into Long Island, I'd like to introduce you to what I think is a unique dental environment.
The Dental Spa at Garden City was created to make your dental experience not only functionally better but just like a visit to my home.
My name is Dr. Cary Ganz and as a trained Prosthodontist (fancy name I know) I am here to provide you with the finest dentistry available today in a warm and caring environment.
When you arrive at our office you'll first encounter our Spa Bakery with fresh baked cookies, cakes and muffins along with an assortment of coffees and teas.
You notice that our reception area only has five or six seats so you'll know that there really is never any waiting. Being on time is something we want and therefore make sure to provide our patients.
State of the art technology, a warm and caring staff and a beautiful facility is here for you at the Dental Spa at Garden City. So, if you've been waiting to make a dental decision give us a call for a Complimentary Consultation.
All new patients get a 25% discount on all treatment plus FREE tooth whitening and a FREE Panoramic X-ray (Value $795). This is just our way of saying Welcome.
Call Today. Toll Free 855 466-6808. Don't wait. A Healthier, More Beautiful Smile Can Be Yours Starting Tomorrow!
Tuesday, May 26, 2015
Periodontal Disease and C Reactive Protein - A Direct Correlation
Periodontal Disease and C Reactive Protein - A Direct Correlation
The first person to call the treatment of periodontal disease as a 'cleaning' has done a terrible disservice to patients worldwide.
The treatment of periodontal disease, like any other disease, is serious business. Bacteria that are lodged in the gum tissues are like bacteria everywhere else. They cause disease and can lead to a wide range of additional problems.
Periodontal Disease and C Reactive Proteins
- Image from page 113 of Periodontal disease and its…—Internet Archive Book Images (Flickr.com)
"Three studies published recently in the Journal of Periodontology provide new information on the relationship between inflammatory markers in cardiovascular disease and the association with periodontal disease. The first study found that periodontal disease increased the risk for high serum C-reactive protein (CRP) levels in men after 1 year of follow-up. The second study found that nonsurgical periodontal therapy was effective in improving periodontal clinical data and in reducing the plasma levels of inflammatory cytokines (interleukin-6) and CRP. Study number three showed that periodontal disease was associated with increased levels of interleukin-6 and high sensitivity CRP, which decreased 3 months after nonsurgical periodontal therapy. Read on for descriptions of these studies and their importance in connecting some of the dots between chronic inflammation, inflammatory serum markers, periodontal disease, and cardiovascular risks.
Mild chronic inflammation is implicated in the progression of cardiovascular disease. C-reactive protein (CRP) is an indicator of such mild chronic inflammation. It is well known that the incidence of heart disease is higher in individuals with elevated CRP. Also, there is a known correlation between periodontal disease and CRP. The three recent studies shed more light on this correlation."
A substance produced in the body called high-sensitivity C-reactive-protein (hs-CRP) is suspected to play a role in the link between gum disease and heart disease.
Recent evidence suggests the presence of chronic inflammatory periodontal disease may significantly affect systemic health conditions such as coronary heart disease, stroke, or adverse pregnancy outcome.
Treating Gum Disease Might Help Prostate Symptoms
Periodontal Disease Treatment Is Not Just A Cleaning
You clean your house. You clean your car. You may even clean your teeth but the treatment of periodontal disease (i.e. Gingivitis, Periodontitis etc.) is a serious issue that deserves serious attention. Not only is periodontal disease a major health issue as you can see from the above information but it also is important when it comes to the cosmetic dentistry possibilities as well. Even the most talented cosmetic dentist will have a tough time creating a truly life like result if the periodontal (gum) tissues are not healthy.
News Around The Web
Gum disease can kill more than your smile. Multiple studies estimate that between 48 and 50 percent or approximately 65 million American adults have mild moderate or severe periodontitis the more advanced form of periodontal disease. In adults 65 and older prevalence rates increase to 70 and more.…
Treating periodontal disease may reduce prostate inflammation. This study shows that if we treat the gum disease it can improve the symptoms of prostatitis and the quality of life for those who have the disease said Nabil Bissada chair of Case Western Reserve's Department of Periodontics and the new study's Treating gum disease reduces prostate symptomsScienceBlog.com blog all 7 news articles.…
Friday, May 22, 2015
Dental Implants Long Island
Dental Implants - A Basic Understanding
After almost forty years there is still a great deal of confusion concerning dental implants. In reality the concept goes back to Dr. P. I. Brånemark, an orthopedist who found that when placing screws in a dog's leg that they kind of got stuck and fused to the bone. That's really where dental implants got there start.
Today, dental implants are a huge part of the practice of dentistry. Without dental implants, patients would have to suffer with moveable full and partial dentures, open spaces etc. Thanks to Dr. Per-Ingvar Brånemark patients with one of more missing teeth can now have a true life like and totally functional dentition in just a few weeks or months.
What Are Some Of The Basic Facts About Dental Implants?
- Dental implants are much like a molly or anchor placed in a wall. The implant is a very sophisticated screw which is gently threaded into the appropriately diagnosed bone receptor site.
- After about 4 - 6 months, depending on whether it is placed in the upper or lower jaw, the dental implant fuses to the jaw bone.
- The dentist then, depending on the type of restoration being created, uses the implant in much the same way as he/she would use a natural tooth.
How Are Dental Implants Used In Replacing Missing Teeth?
Dental implants can be used to:
- Replace one or more single teeth by anchoring a cap (crown) to the implant. For example, if a patient loses a front tooth a dental implant can be placed in that space and after appropriate healing time a new crown can be placed on the implant.
- Dental implants can be used to replace an entire jaw of teeth either with cemented in crowns or a variety of removable prostheses. The choice will depend upon your dentist's diagnosis, the costs involved and your wants and needs.
- Dental implants are also used in a wide variety of other applications including orthodontics and maxillofacial prosthodontics.
What Are Dental Implant Costs?
The cost of dental implants varies from one part of the country to another, from one dental office to another and from one type of restoration to another. Generalizing when it comes to cost is very difficult. Just remember, that cost should not be a major decision maker when it comes to dental implants and parachutes!
Are Dental Implants Successful?
The answer to this question is a bit tougher. A great deal of the success depends upon the skill of the dentist placing the implant, the skill of the dentist restoring the implant, the overall health of the patient (smokers beware) and the quality of the bony receptor site as well as several other factors. Taking all of this into account, today success rates of dental implants are reported to be in the high 90% range overall.
Thursday, May 21, 2015
The Dental Spa Announces The Addition Of Trudenta
“I have my life back! I'm able to take care of my family and do the things we love to do together!”
"I had headaches all day, every day. I was taking probably 24 Ibuprofen every day. [Since the treatment] I haven't taken Ibuprofen for headaches for four weeks!"
"It's amazing how quickly it happens, and you are just so skeptical, like nothing is going to work. I had jaw pain for as long as I can remember. Now I don't feel any!"
Have you tried everything but found little or no relief from headaches, migraines, tinnitus, vertigo or TMJ disorders including clicking, popping, clenching and grinding? The common element in all of these conditions is the effect of unbalanced or overloaded muscle forces. When the forces between the teeth are altered, the system becomes imbalanced and pain results. The teeth, muscles, and joints can contribute to the conversion of acute pain to chronic pain.
Long-term pain negatively impacts work performance and care for oneself and family. Ill effects of long-standing pain can include anxiety, depression and diminished abilities to maintain healthy long-term relationships.
Historically, treatment options included medications and non-pharmacological techniques that have been implemented as the standard of care to help manage the pain. Unfortunately, medication only masks the underlying condition, and failure to resolve force-related dental issues can result in further damage to dentition and the need for more invasive restorative treatment.
According to The American Dental Association - Dentists: Doctors of Oral Health.
http://www.ada.org/4504.aspx. Accessed July 3, 2012
“Expertise in not only treating teeth and gingival tissues, but also in caring for the muscles of the head, neck and jaw, and the nervous system of these areas.”
“Now in the realm of oral systemic care.”
“Can provide relief and therapy for pain symptoms associated with the greater head, neck, and dentofacial area.”
The TruDenta System
Fortunately, we now have a system that combines state-of-the-art devices for assessing, treating, and managing functional, dynamic force imbalances that lead to chronic headaches and migraines, as well as other symptoms and conditions. This means we are now able to treat the source of pain, not just mask the symptoms.
TruDenta devices are all cleared by the Food and Drug Administration, and have been utilized in sports medicine rehabilitation for over a decade. Physicians and dentists in hospitals and clinics around the globe utilize this equipment in the routine delivery of care.
Digital Diagnosis
In less than one hour, using TruDenta technology, we can determine if your symptoms are the result of forces from the nerves, muscles and ligaments. The painless, computer-guided analysis measures bite force and jaw action while in motion. It is a true and telling movie of your bite in process!
The resulting digital, graphic report literally shows you where you have abnormal forces or imbalances that could be the cause of pain symptoms. The technology is so advanced that it actually determines and calculates the bite force and motion on an individual, tooth-by-tooth basis along with the timing of those forces!
The TruDenta exam also digitally measures your head and neck lateral and vertical motions. The computerized analysis provides an immediate report of any movement impairment, which may also indicate potential sources of pain or discomfort.
We then complete a comprehensive physical exam of the head, neck, mouth, teeth and muscles to assist in developing a final diagnosis. At the completion of the exam, we will be able to describe a pathway to care that will provide a lasting resolution to resolve your symptoms.
TruDenta Treatment
Many patients are amazed at the relief they feel after a single TruDenta treatment. TruDenta treatments are soothing, needle-free, and no drugs are involved. Treatments last about 50 minutes and include therapeutic ultrasound, microcurrent stimulation, low level, cold laser therapy, manual trigger point manipulation, temporary orthotic and home care kit.
Depending upon the severity of the diagnosis, patients require from one to twelve treatments completed weekly. Thus, a patient with the most severe diagnosis could achieve lasting relief from their symptoms in just three months.
Free Consultation
If you or someone you know suffer from headaches, migraines, tinnitus, vertigo or TMJ disorders including clicking, popping, clenching and grinding, call us at 877 626-0969 to schedule your free consultation. Relief could start with the very first treatment! Visit us online at http://www.headachcetneroflongisland.com to learn more about TruDenta, and watch video success stories from actual TruDenta patients.
Dr. Cary Ganz
EDUCATION & BIO
Dr Ganz is the author of “I Love My Dentist” (Available at Amazon.com and the Kindle Store) that discusses the concept behind “talk to me marketing” and creating a ‘patient centered’ dental practice. Dr. Ganz has written numerous articles and has lectured nationally and internationally on a variety of topics including Cosmetic Dentistry, Implant Prosthodontics, lasers, advanced dental technologies and the Internet.
PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONSHe is on the advisory board and consultant to several dental manufacturers and is Vice President of Clinical Affairs for PlanetDDS, manufacturer and distributor of Denticon Practice Management Software and DentiRay, digital x-ray system for Dentistry.
PERSONALAs the father of four and the grandfather of six incredible kids, Dr. Ganz is kept pretty busy during his days off. Three of his children are professionals themselves (a plastic surgeon, a pediatrician and an attorney) and the fourth, well, is still only twelve and hasn’t figured out his future yet. Dr. Ganz maintains an active private Prosthodontic practice with special emphasis on Implants, Prosthetics and Cosmetic Dentistry in Garden City, N.Y.
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The Headache Pain Epidemic
The Headache Pain Epidemic
In the United States, an estimated 45 million chronic headache pain sufferers are reported each year. According to the American Academy of Pain Medicine, 150 million workdays are lost annually to headaches, and among those with headache pain, nearly 75% have never been diagnosed and, therefore, never sought treatment beyond over-the-counter pain relievers.
However, with headache pain being so prevalent—it’s among the number one causes of doctor visits—it is no wonder that numerous published articles describe headaches as having reached epidemic status. To make research more difficult, headache is a broad term describing pain anywhere from the base of the neck to the head and face. Due to the way those parts of the body “feel pain,” often more than one type of pain is involved.
Headache Pain
There are four different classifications of headache pain: vascular (vein and blood vessel); muscle contraction (tension); traction; and inflammatory (swelling) headache. There is also an element of “referred pain”, which is headache pain originating from another ailment or part of the body, such as a neck, spine, or facial injury.
Vascular headache pain is caused by a constriction of blood vessels in the neck and head due to fever, high blood pressure, or idiopathic (unknown) causes. They cause severe pain, sensitivity to light and sound, and, in some cases, nausea, dizziness, and vision impairment. Typically this headache pain is called migraine or cluster headache.
Traction headaches are caused when pain-sensitive parts of the head, neck, or face are pulled, stretched, or displaced. Examples of this are eye-strain or whiplash. An imbalance in these areas can cause long-term headache pain that the person affected may or may not correlate with a strain injury.
Inflammatory headaches are sometimes a symptom of a more serious condition, but are attributed to simple inflammation (or swelling). Usually this type of headache pain correlates with diseases of the sinuses, spine, neck, ears, and teeth.
Muscle contraction or tension headaches are most common, usually causing a band of pain around the top and both sides of the head and neck. These headaches are caused by a tightening in the head, neck, and facial muscles, and can be induced by motion activities or something as simple as a forward head tilt for reading or typing.
Research and Treatment
All headache pain refers to “force imbalances” that affect blood vessels, muscles, and nerves in the head, face, and neck region. The part of the brain that senses headache pain is called the trigeminal nucleus. This is the “spider web-like” structure of nerves that senses your face, ears, neck, and throat—and the reason why an injury or stress to any of those areas can cause chronic headache symptoms.
Typically once the type of headache pain is determined, treatment options are discussed. These have typically included one or a combination of herbal remedies, stress-reduction exercises, massage, acupuncture, non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAID), narcotic pain relievers, anti-seizure medications, chiropractic adjustments, anti-depressants, or sedatives.
Since everyone has a different definition of pain, level of intensity, duration, and level of debilitation from headache pain, it is difficult to create a regimen of treatments that can ease or remove pain in all patients. However, as headache pain is being realized as a medical affliction reaching epidemic proportions, research is being conducted to determine what the best treatment options are for the broadest spectrum of headache sufferers in order to achieve the longest-lasting relief.
For more information call 877 626-0969
http://www.headachecenteroflongisland.com
http://www.cosmeticdentistrylongisland.net
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