Dec 8, 2009 - 30 Minute Crowns featured on The Doctors TV show
Cerec single visit crowns were recently featured on an episode of the popular TV show, The Doctors. In this video clip, Dr Bill Dorfman explains how CAD/CAM technology is revolutionizing your dental treatment.
Dec 1, 2009 - Straight teeth in just 6 months?
6 Month Smiles is the latest in adult braces. These nearly invisible braces can be used to straighten your teeth as quickly and safely as possible. Let us help you achieve your perfect smile in just 6 months!
She’s wearing 6 Month Smiles braces!
Nov 21, 2009 - Whoopi says Take Care of Your Teeth!!
Your dentist has said for years that you need to brush, floss, and look after your teeth. Don’t believe us? Then maybe Whoopi can change your mind!
Whoopi is absolutely correct that your gums can affect your overall health. Dentists and scientists have known this for years. Ask us how we can help you keep your mouth and body healthy!
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Nov 19, 2009 - Congratulations to Dr Lee Ferrao and family!
Lee and Melissa welcomed a son today! Julian Zachary Ferrao weighed in at 7 lbs 5 oz. Big sister Gabriella and the extended family at West Street Dental are all excited to meet him!
Nov 19, 2009 - NY Times: Implants are the standard of care
A writer for the New York Times reports on his personal experience with dental implants. Through his research and experience, he concludes what dentists have known for years:
“In an overwhelming majority of cases, implants to replace lost teeth are by far the best long-term solution for maintaining a healthy mouth. Also, because they rarely need to be replaced, in the long run they are more economical than bridges.”
Read the rest of the article here. An implant is almost always the most effective, comfortable, and longest lasting method to replace a missing tooth. If you have lost a tooth and now you can’t chew on that side, or if you have an old bridge that you are worried might not last, ask us if implants are a good option for you.
Read the rest of the New York Times article here.
September 12, 2009 - Congratulations to our survey winner!
Congratulations to Catherine A. for winning our online survey draw. She chose a $100 gift certificate to Brant Food Center. Fill out your own survey for your chance at winning next!
July 6, 2009 - Cerec Single Visit CAD/CAM Crowns are Here!
West Street Dental Group is committed to using the latest technology to improve the comfort, efficiency, and quality of your dental care. Our latest acquisition is the state of the art Cerec digital impression and milling centre. The Cerec uses digital imaging and advanced CAD/CAM technology to fabricate porcelain crowns while you wait. This allows us to provide higher quality and longer lasting dental repairs in a single comfortable, convenient visit. If you have a broken tooth, or a tooth that has been weakened with a big filling, ask us if Cerec is right for you!
June 8, 2009 - Looking for a Father’s Day gift?
This is probably the strangest looking electric toothbrush available. The 40 Second Toothbrush claims to reduce the time needed to brush your teeth by 66%. It oscillates 810 times per minute along both your top and bottom teeth at the same time. This thing looks so powerful Dad won’t know whether to use it to brush his teeth or wash his car!
But don’t buy into the marketing hype. There is no toothbrush that is “better” than another, whether it is manual, electric, or sonic. The effectiveness of a toothbrush is determined by the person holding it, so use whatever toothbrush works best for you.
Keeping your mouth and smile healthy is simple - brush, floss, and see your dentist regularly for cleanings and maintenance.
May 20, 2009 - “Mom, I’m not playing video games, I’m studying!”
A group of dental students at the University of Glasgow recently won the Dental Innovation Technology Ideas Award. Their idea involved a Nintendo Wii, modified wireless controllers to simulate dental instruments, and a virtual patient. The idea shows promise as a way for students and maybe even dentists to practice new procedures outside of the mouth. Research has previously linked certain types of video games with increased visual skills, including surgeons performing meticulous procedures.
There will never be a complete substitute for first hand experience on a live patient, but this seems to be another step in the natural progression towards virtual training. After all, no patient wants to be the guinea pig the first time your dentist tries a new procedure!
May 13, 2009 - Young athletes are at high risk of concussions. Does your child wear a mouthguard?
The following is an excerpt from a May 2009 article in USA Today:
“Concussions account for almost one in 10 sports injuries, according to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention, and for young people ages 15-24, sports are second only to motor vehicle accidents as the leading cause of brain injury.”
http://www.usatoday.com/news/health/2009-05-04-concussions_N.htm
All athletes participating in a contact sport including soccer, football, basketball, and hockey, should wear a mouthguard. Contrary to what you might think, sports mouthguards are not designed to protect the teeth. They are intended to cushion the force from trauma to the jaw area, protecting your child’s brain from the intense shock and risk of concussion.
Store bought mouthguards are usually of the “boil-and-bite” variety. They are often poorly sized and fitted, resulting in discomfort, gagging, and interference with speech, not to mention inadequate concussion protection. A professionally made mouthguard will provide better protection and also be more comfortable for your child. Comfort is key - after all, a mouthguard is no good if your child won’t wear it. Come see us to have a mouthguard custom fit and designed for your child’s mouth.
April 16, 2009 - It’s a Boy for Dr Lisa!
Dr Lisa Gravett and family are happy to welcome a son to join her two daughters! Corson Holden Gravett weighed in at a healthy 9 lbs 2 oz. Lisa will spend some time at home with her family and will rejoin us soon.
January 19, 2009 - Office Trip to Punta Cana
In January the office was once again treated to a wonderful working holiday in the Dominican. Educational seminars were attended throughout the week. Presentations included the World Economic situation and it’s impact on our community, Digital Imaging and the correlation between Oral Health and our Overall Health. There were also a number of ‘Team Building’ activities. Of course the beautiful sunny weather, terrific food and wonderful company helped to make the week a great one.
January 10, 2009 - New Arrival
Michael and Meagan Ling gave birth to a beautiful little girl, Avery Kristen Ling on Saturday January 10, 2009. Avery was born the morning we left for our week away so along with baby detail that week, Mike held down the fort for us at the office a few days.
