You've seen the headlines. It seems like each day people in white lab coats discover some new health anomaly is linked to stress. Now you can add one more to the list: stress is bad for your teeth. (Just one more reason to go on that vacation you've put off!)
According to a study printed in the Journal of Periodontology, short term psychological stress can lead to elevated plaque levels, while physical stress is linked to gingivitis (gum disease). What's more, caregivers helping people under these physical and emotional stresses are also at increased risk for gum disease.
So, how does stress lead to elevated plaque levels and gum disease?
Experts believe chronic stress may lead to a malfunction of some biological functions. Also, those who are struggling with stress and those who care for them often become depressed and slide on oral hygiene, if not giving up on themselves altogether.
Enough of the scientific jargon. How does this affect me?
Virtually all of us find ourselves dealing with excessive stress now and again, and some must deal with it day in and day out for years. It is important that you are aware of the risks associated with this stress so that you can prevent them from wrecking havoc on your teeth (not to mention the rest of you!)
What can I do to prevent gum disease?
Gum disease leads to more than bleeding gums. It can affect the integrity of your teeth and the bone that supports them. If unchecked, gingivitis can lead to loose and missing teeth. When this happens, teeth can often shift. It can be uncomfortable and painful for your bite (not to mention your smile). Brushing at least twice a day and flossing each night are the first step toward protecting yourself from gum disease. Regular dental check-ups and cleanings are also crucial. If you've missed an appointment or would like us to create a care schedule for you, call our office at (212)689-0024.
While these steps can help reduce the risk of stress-related periodontal disease, they don't resolve the key problem – stress! Exercising and eating right can help, and developing a hobby can be a fantastic release. Talking about it can help as well.
As always, your health is our primary concern. Do not hesitate to call us at (212)689-0024 or email us atappts@newyorkdenturedental.com if you have any questions about periodontal disease or would like to schedule an appointment to discuss your oral health!
Best Regards,
Dr. Pasch & Yam, Dr. Shirzadnia, Dr. Song
P.S. If you have any friends or family members who you feel could use our services, please don't hesitate to have them call us. We'll be sure to take good care of them!
Monday, December 10, 2012
Friday, December 7, 2012
Use 'Em or Lose 'Em: Top 5 Reasons to Take Advantage of Your Dental Insurance Benefits
Greetings from Dr. Pasch, Dr. Yam, Dr. Shirzadnia and Dr. Song!
Ever feel like you funnel money into a dental insurance plan that you'll never see again? Don't let your dental policy become a black hole! Take advantage of all the benefits they offer – benefits you're already paying for. Need a little motivation? Here are 5 very good reasons to use your benefits to the fullest!
Yearly Maximums. Dental insurance plans put a maximum on the amount of money they're willing to pay for your dental care. Maximums vary from one company or policy to the next, but typically fall around $1000. Sounds like a lot of money, doesn't it? Insurance companies consider this amount to be a good investment. Allowing you to get regular dental care, your carrier can prevent the need for more serious (and more expensive) dental procedures down the road. Why not do you both a favor and use it, ensuring your mouth is in tip-top shape when next year rolls around?
Premiums. You're probably paying a monthly premium to keep your insurance. Even if you don't need extensive treatment, you should use that money for regular check ups and cleanings to prevent costly procedures in the future. Don't throw your money away!
Deductibles. Insurance companies typically expect you to pay a certain amount of money for your dental care each year – usually about $500. If your smile isn't in good shape, our office can create a treatment plan to put you back on track. Deductibles begin anew each year, so spreading out this care over more than 1 year will mean you have to pay more out-of-pocket.
Inflation. It seems everything becomes more expensive from one year to the next, and dental materials and equipment are no exception. Putting off necessary dental care could mean that you'll have to pay more down the road.
Dental Problems Escalate. If your pearly whites are anything but, they're only going to get worse. That is, of course, unless you take advantage of your insurance benefits and tend to your teeth and gums. A little cavity that isn't bothering you one year may become a major headache (or toothache!) the next.
If you haven't yet taken advantage of your dental insurance benefits and would like to schedule an exam to verify everything is in order, call our office at (212)689-0024 or email us at appts@newyorkdenturedental.com today. We'll help you find which treatments are and are not covered by your policy!
Best Regards,
Dr. Pasch, Dr. Yam, Dr. Shirzadnia, Dr. Song
P.S. If you have any friends or family members who you feel could use our services, please don't hesitate to have them call us. We'll be sure to take good care of them!
Ever feel like you funnel money into a dental insurance plan that you'll never see again? Don't let your dental policy become a black hole! Take advantage of all the benefits they offer – benefits you're already paying for. Need a little motivation? Here are 5 very good reasons to use your benefits to the fullest!
Yearly Maximums. Dental insurance plans put a maximum on the amount of money they're willing to pay for your dental care. Maximums vary from one company or policy to the next, but typically fall around $1000. Sounds like a lot of money, doesn't it? Insurance companies consider this amount to be a good investment. Allowing you to get regular dental care, your carrier can prevent the need for more serious (and more expensive) dental procedures down the road. Why not do you both a favor and use it, ensuring your mouth is in tip-top shape when next year rolls around?
Premiums. You're probably paying a monthly premium to keep your insurance. Even if you don't need extensive treatment, you should use that money for regular check ups and cleanings to prevent costly procedures in the future. Don't throw your money away!
Deductibles. Insurance companies typically expect you to pay a certain amount of money for your dental care each year – usually about $500. If your smile isn't in good shape, our office can create a treatment plan to put you back on track. Deductibles begin anew each year, so spreading out this care over more than 1 year will mean you have to pay more out-of-pocket.
Inflation. It seems everything becomes more expensive from one year to the next, and dental materials and equipment are no exception. Putting off necessary dental care could mean that you'll have to pay more down the road.
Dental Problems Escalate. If your pearly whites are anything but, they're only going to get worse. That is, of course, unless you take advantage of your insurance benefits and tend to your teeth and gums. A little cavity that isn't bothering you one year may become a major headache (or toothache!) the next.
If you haven't yet taken advantage of your dental insurance benefits and would like to schedule an exam to verify everything is in order, call our office at (212)689-0024 or email us at appts@newyorkdenturedental.com today. We'll help you find which treatments are and are not covered by your policy!
Best Regards,
Dr. Pasch, Dr. Yam, Dr. Shirzadnia, Dr. Song
P.S. If you have any friends or family members who you feel could use our services, please don't hesitate to have them call us. We'll be sure to take good care of them!
Thursday, December 6, 2012
Denture Repair NYC
Why you should not do a denture repair at home?
Many patients believe super glue is the same type of material used by their dentist, but we assure you this is not the case! Please do not try to glue back missing teeth or fix cracked or damaged dentures at home. Glue and denture repair kits sold over-the-counter often contain harmful chemicals and should not be used on dentures. When a patient attempts to repair their broken denture at home, they can not assure proper alignment. Home remedies are typically short term, will not hold and when you bring it to The Denture Center, it may no longer be repairable. Most dentists, without a fully staffed denture laboratory with dental technicians, can only do a chair side office repair with cold cured acrylic. Our lab, at The Denture Center, offers laboratory processed acrylic repairs that are heat cured in a approximately two hours-this is a much stronger, more definitive repair.
If you find yourself with broken dentures, please call us! Our professional dentist and dental technicians will fix the dentures using high quality dental materials to ensure satisfaction and proper fit and comfort. Our denture lab is on the premises and this allows us to complete the repairs in just a couple of hours. In the meantime you could enjoy our cozy reception area and refreshments, or take advantage of the great shopping area which surrounds Herald Square. Let us help you, this is what we have been doing since 1977!
Many patients believe super glue is the same type of material used by their dentist, but we assure you this is not the case! Please do not try to glue back missing teeth or fix cracked or damaged dentures at home. Glue and denture repair kits sold over-the-counter often contain harmful chemicals and should not be used on dentures. When a patient attempts to repair their broken denture at home, they can not assure proper alignment. Home remedies are typically short term, will not hold and when you bring it to The Denture Center, it may no longer be repairable. Most dentists, without a fully staffed denture laboratory with dental technicians, can only do a chair side office repair with cold cured acrylic. Our lab, at The Denture Center, offers laboratory processed acrylic repairs that are heat cured in a approximately two hours-this is a much stronger, more definitive repair.
If you find yourself with broken dentures, please call us! Our professional dentist and dental technicians will fix the dentures using high quality dental materials to ensure satisfaction and proper fit and comfort. Our denture lab is on the premises and this allows us to complete the repairs in just a couple of hours. In the meantime you could enjoy our cozy reception area and refreshments, or take advantage of the great shopping area which surrounds Herald Square. Let us help you, this is what we have been doing since 1977!
Tuesday, December 4, 2012
The Benefits of Implants!
Implants are popular and effective way to replace missing teeth.
Implants can be used to replace single missing teeth or to support a bridge when several teeth are missing.
If you are missing all of your teeth, an implant supported denture can replace the missing teeth. Implants are surgically placed in the upper or lower jaw, where they function as sturdy anchor for replacement teeth. Because the dental implants integrate with the jawbone, an implant supported denture tends to be comfortable and stable, allowing you to bite and chew naturally!
With careful treatment planning and good oral care, dental implants can provide a healthy, stable smile and you can obtain the look and feel of having your own natural teeth! You will be able to smile, bite and chew as naturally as you did before the loss of teeth.
Implants can be used to replace single missing teeth or to support a bridge when several teeth are missing.
If you are missing all of your teeth, an implant supported denture can replace the missing teeth. Implants are surgically placed in the upper or lower jaw, where they function as sturdy anchor for replacement teeth. Because the dental implants integrate with the jawbone, an implant supported denture tends to be comfortable and stable, allowing you to bite and chew naturally!
With careful treatment planning and good oral care, dental implants can provide a healthy, stable smile and you can obtain the look and feel of having your own natural teeth! You will be able to smile, bite and chew as naturally as you did before the loss of teeth.
The development and use of implants has been one of the biggest advances in dental health care in the past 40 years. ADA reports that US dentists place more than 5.5 million implants annually.
If you are interested to find out if you are a candidate for such treatment please contact us at 212-689-0024 to schedule a consultation with our experienced implantologists Dr. Yam and Dr. Shirzadnia.
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References: ADA 2011 DAB023, Zest Anchors, Imtec Corporation
Friday, November 30, 2012
Have you heard of Black Hairy Tongue?
Although it is not seen often, we thought we should share this information with you. Black Hairy Tongue is not a disease, it is a condition. Black hairy tongue is the lengthening of the bumps (papillae) on the surface of the tongue. Usually the ends of the papillae get rubbed away by food but sometimes they grow much longer than normal, making the tongue look furry. The extra tissue can get stained by food or tobacco and become yellowish brown or black.
Even though it may appear alarming, black hairy tongue itself is harmless (although it is thought to be linked to the development of thrush, which is an infection of the mouth caused by the candida fungus, also known as yeast). This condition does not involve any type of bacteria or fungi and generally resolves on its own; the recommended treatment is to brush the tongue with a soft toothbrush twice per day. Black hairy tongue is listed as a possible side effect while taking the antibiotic penicillin, and certain vitamins. It is also a side effect of bulimia.
A similar condition can occur within 24 hours after taking Bismuth Subsalicylate, especially chewable tablets, caused by a chemical reaction. It is short-lasting in duration, but may initially cause alarm.
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References:Wikipedia
1.Rajesndran (1 January 2009). Shafer'S Textbook Of Oral Pathology (6Th Edition). Elsevier India. pp. 31–. ISBN 978-81-312-1570-8. http://books.google.com/books?id=Spk0V6TrCggC&pg=PA31. Retrieved 16 November 2010
Even though it may appear alarming, black hairy tongue itself is harmless (although it is thought to be linked to the development of thrush, which is an infection of the mouth caused by the candida fungus, also known as yeast). This condition does not involve any type of bacteria or fungi and generally resolves on its own; the recommended treatment is to brush the tongue with a soft toothbrush twice per day. Black hairy tongue is listed as a possible side effect while taking the antibiotic penicillin, and certain vitamins. It is also a side effect of bulimia.
A similar condition can occur within 24 hours after taking Bismuth Subsalicylate, especially chewable tablets, caused by a chemical reaction. It is short-lasting in duration, but may initially cause alarm.
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References:Wikipedia
1.Rajesndran (1 January 2009). Shafer'S Textbook Of Oral Pathology (6Th Edition). Elsevier India. pp. 31–. ISBN 978-81-312-1570-8. http://books.google.com/books?id=Spk0V6TrCggC&pg=PA31. Retrieved 16 November 2010
Tuesday, November 27, 2012
Headache? Migrane? Stop Suffering!
Do you suffer from:
If you suffer from any of these symptoms we have good news for you! Since the beginning of 2012 Dr. Arthur Yam and Dr. Alfred Shirzadnia have had great results treating these symptoms with the TruDenta system.
The TruDenta exam includes the use of two unique, patented technologies which in about five minutes can provide you and your doctor with important, objective, diagnostic information which may help identify the causes of your symptoms. The first device measures the opening and closing of the mouth and the bite forces on a tooth by tooth basis; both in motion and at rest. Once completed, the digital bite force analysis provides a graphic display of the forces and balances within the mouth.
The second device measures the range of motion of the head and neck and instantly mathematically calculates a patient's deviance from normal motion which can be signs of various conditions.
Your doctor will also perform a detailed head, neck, mouth, jaw and tooth examination to further identify any potential problems. When combined, these proprietary and comprehensive exam methods can show a doctor and a patient the potential problem areas which may be leading to a patient's unique symptoms.
No other dentist in New York is equipped with this unique combination of diagnostic tools and education which can often lead to immediate symptom resolution for many patients.
Stop Suffering!
Contact our office at 212-689-0024 to inquire more information or simply click on the link below to learn more about this unique treatment method!
http://www.tmjtreatmentnyc.com/trudenta-pain-relief.php
- Headaches( chronic or irregular);
- Migraines;
- Clicking/popping of the jaw joints;
- Clenching and grinding (bruxism);
- Tinnitus( ringing of the ears);
- Muscle tension ans pain in the face and neck;
- Sensitive teeth due to overloaded forces;
- Broken teeth or dental work;
- Uneven tooth wear and cracking;
- Temporomandibular joint dysfunction (TMD);
- Limited range of head/neck motion;
- Reduced mouth opening range;
- Accelerated bone loss in periodontal disease;
- Vertigo;
- Ear pain not from infection?
If you suffer from any of these symptoms we have good news for you! Since the beginning of 2012 Dr. Arthur Yam and Dr. Alfred Shirzadnia have had great results treating these symptoms with the TruDenta system.
The TruDenta exam includes the use of two unique, patented technologies which in about five minutes can provide you and your doctor with important, objective, diagnostic information which may help identify the causes of your symptoms. The first device measures the opening and closing of the mouth and the bite forces on a tooth by tooth basis; both in motion and at rest. Once completed, the digital bite force analysis provides a graphic display of the forces and balances within the mouth.
The second device measures the range of motion of the head and neck and instantly mathematically calculates a patient's deviance from normal motion which can be signs of various conditions.
Your doctor will also perform a detailed head, neck, mouth, jaw and tooth examination to further identify any potential problems. When combined, these proprietary and comprehensive exam methods can show a doctor and a patient the potential problem areas which may be leading to a patient's unique symptoms.
No other dentist in New York is equipped with this unique combination of diagnostic tools and education which can often lead to immediate symptom resolution for many patients.
Stop Suffering!
Contact our office at 212-689-0024 to inquire more information or simply click on the link below to learn more about this unique treatment method!
http://www.tmjtreatmentnyc.com/trudenta-pain-relief.php
Friday, September 23, 2011
Complimentary WiFi is Now Available in Our Waiting Room!
Dear valued patients,
We are pleased to announce that complimentary internet WiFi is now available in our waiting room for your next visit. We are excited to add this feature to our office and will continue to look for ways to improve your experience with us. Please inquire with the reception desk for the WiFi login information on your next appointment.
We are looking forward to seeing you soon and thank you for trusting us with your smile!
We are pleased to announce that complimentary internet WiFi is now available in our waiting room for your next visit. We are excited to add this feature to our office and will continue to look for ways to improve your experience with us. Please inquire with the reception desk for the WiFi login information on your next appointment.
We are looking forward to seeing you soon and thank you for trusting us with your smile!
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