The Oral-Systemic Connection

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Cosmetic Imaging

Smiles are infectious…they are a sign of happiness, joy, and confidence. Are you confident in your smile? If not, there are plenty of cosmetic options out there!

There are so many exciting and obvious benefits of cosmetic dentistry. And now there is a way to visualize the outcome of a proposed treatment… It’s called cosmetic dental imaging. Cosmetic imaging is a powerful diagnostic and treatment planning tool to help you see what cosmetic dentistry can really do for you.

Summer Sizzle Special

Here at Proud Smiles Dental, we are offering a FREE cosmetic consultation with a complimentary SmilePix image during the month of August! SmilePix is the tool we use to get digital smile simulations so you can see how your smile currently looks, and how it will be transformed. Take advantage of these "before and after" illustrations that are free with your cosmetic consultation this month!

Peace begins with a smile. ~Mother Teresa

Get a Smile Make-Over with Porcelain Veneers

Are you confident in your smile? If not, porcelain dental veneers may be a great option for you! Porcelain veneers are a gorgeous way to correct stained, chipped, or crooked teeth. They can completely conceal the imperfections of your front teeth, providing a total smile makeover!

Dental veneers are wafer-thin, custom-made shells of tooth-colored materials designed to cover the front surface of teeth to improve your appearance. These shells are bonded to the front of the teeth changing their color, shape, size, or length. Porcelain veneers resist stains better than resin veneers and better mimic the light reflecting properties of natural teeth.

Veneers are routinely used to fix:

• Teeth that are severely discolored
• Teeth that are worn down
• Teeth that are chipped or broken
• Teeth that are misaligned, uneven, or irregularly shaped (for example, have craters or bulges in them)
• Teeth with gaps between them (to close the space between these teeth)

Dental flaws that may have been a source of embarrassment or discomfort for years can be corrected with porcelain veneers in as little as one or two appointments. If you are considering porcelain veneers and would like more information, please contact me at 404-257-0091.

Happy Patient Appreciation Month!

During the month of July, Proud Smiles Dental is thanking our patients by celebrating “Patient Appreciation Month.” We found a great way to say thanks for choosing us to be your dentist by instituting the Loyal Patient Reward System.

What is the Loyal Patient Reward System?

This no cost program is our way of thanking our patients, by which our patients earn Loyal Patient Rewards dollar amounts, allowing them to save on thousands of products and services. Here’s how it Works…Each patient will automatically receive $250 in Loyal Patient Savings to start, and $50 more in savings rewards every single month, plus even more savings for:

· Keeping their scheduled appointments

· Reactivating if they haven’t been in for care in awhile

· Using available patient financing

· Recommending their friends to Proud Smiles

· An extra $100 in rewards on their birthday

· $25 in rewards for extra savings holidays

. “Liking” Proud Smiles on Facebook

Loyal Patient Rewards will reward you for taking good care of your oral health, leading to a healthier lifestyle! To learn more about our Loyal Patient Reward System call us at 404-257-0091.

NuCalm: A Natural Alternative to Dental Sedation

Does going to the dentist make you nervous? Do you dread having dental treatments? I’m a dentist and even I get a sinking feeling in my stomach when I sit in the dental chair.

Many patients ask if they can be put to sleep for routine dental care. Sedation is not common in dental offices because it is heavily regulated. Oral sedation, IV sedation and Nitrous Oxide can carry health risk and additional cost for patients.

Here at Proud Smiles Dental, we are happy to now provide a natural way to relax at no cost to you. My patients feel relaxed and even rejuvenated from the NuCalm system. They leave feeling great without any risk or side effects, to go on with their day.

NuCalm places the body into the same deep relaxation it experiences as you fall to sleep. Using a combination of natural supplements, micro-current stimulation, nueroacoustic music and black-out glasses, your body naturally relaxes. Time passes quickly during treatment and you feel rested when you are done.

NuCalm has truly changed the dental experience. Check out www.nucalm.com to learn more. Give us a call to experience dental care in a whole new way!

Achieving a Bright White Smile

What is the first thing you notice when you meet someone for the first time? If you’re like many Americans, it’s their smile. A whiter, brighter smile is beautiful -- it can help you feel better about yourself and make a memorable impression.

There are many things that contribute to stained or dull teeth such as drinking coffee, tea, soda or wine. Don’t feel like giving up your morning coffee? We don’t either! Not to worry…we have some options for you!

The first step in achieving that bright smile you’ve always wanted is to make regular appointments for cleanings. Yes—believe us it really does make a difference!

Do you need something to give you that EXTRA sparkle? If used correctly strips may be quite effective, but if you want an ultra-quick fix our Discus products may be for you. We offer Day White gel, which is a high powered formula for speedy take-home whitening or Zoom, our in-office option in which we use a combination of gel and a specialty light. These options are fast and convenient which are proven to be safe and effective.

Would you like more information? Watch my Web MD video on teeth whitening!

INVISALIGN® DAY Celebrate who you really are with a beautiful smile!

What is Invisalign?

Have you considered getting braces, but cringe at the thought of the traditional ones? Do you have nightmares of all of the food that you will inevitably be fishing out of your braces?

Invisalign takes a modern approach to straightening teeth, using custom made aligners created just for you. The virtually invisible aligners are made of smooth clear plastic and are placed over your teeth. You receive a new aligner every couple weeks to gently move your teeth to the appropriate position. The best part about this modern approach is there are no metal brackets or wires-just aligners that you can pop in and out of your mouth!

Join us for Invisalign Day

Wednesday, May 18th 2:00pm - 7:00pm, I will be providing FREE consultations to answer your questions about Invisalign treatment, the clear way to straighten teeth. If you have wondered if Invisalign is right for you, make an appointment for this special event.

Here are some perks you can receive

• $500 off treatment
• Complimentary whitening with Invisalign treatment
• Financing options
• Reimbursement under FSA plans

Hurry…the space is limited to the first 25 appointments! Give me a call at 404-257-0091.