Greetings from Dr. Pasch, Dr. Yam, Dr. Shirzadnia and Dr. Song!
Halloween is approaching, and so are all those scary costumes and haunted houses. It shouldn't be the ghouls and ghosts that you fear, however, but the candied apples, trick-or-treat sweets and all the soda that washes them down! Sugary and acidic foods can lead to tooth decay, and that can put a damper on anyone's festive spirit.
While it would be nice if your neighbors all gave out fresh fruit or sugar-free candy (though we're sure the kids disagree!), high-sugar sweets are still America's favorite Halloween treat. If possible, try to limit children's sugar intake. Encourage them to drink plenty of water while snacking – soda will only make things worse! And finally, while it's easy to slip into a "sugar coma" and just pass out while watching a favorite horror flick, this is not the time to stray from your brushing or flossing routine. Let your children know that if they eat sweets without their toothbrushes on hand, they should rinse their mouths out with warm water.
If you think your child may have developed a cavity (whether the result of Halloween indulgences or not), please call us at (212)689-0024 for a check up. Even temporary baby teeth need to be properly cared for, as tooth decay can affect permanent adult teeth as well.
We'd like to wish you and your family the best this fall season. We hope that when the sweets of autumn runneth over, you'll think of us (and your smiles)!
If you have questions regarding sugar and dental health, please call our office at (212)689-0024 or email us at appts@newyorkdenturedental.com today.
Best Regards,
Herald Square Dental
& The Denture Center
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.
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References: www.idanewsletters.com
Thursday, October 3, 2013
Tuesday, October 1, 2013
Five Reasons to See Your Dentist and Use Your Dental Insurance Benefits Now!
Greetings from
Dr. Pasch, Dr. Yam, Dr. Shirzadnia and Dr. Song!
Do you 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 out which treatments are and are not covered by your policy!
Best Regards,
Herald Square Dental
& The Denture Center
P.S. Just a reminder, that the end of the year typically is a very busy time for your dental insurance. At this time, a dental pretreatment estimate or a claim may take longer to process by your insurance carrier, therefore, now is the perfect time to come in for a visit, get treatment diagnosed and allow time in case an approval for it is required by your plan.
P.S. 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!
Do you 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 out which treatments are and are not covered by your policy!
Best Regards,
Herald Square Dental
& The Denture Center
P.S. Just a reminder, that the end of the year typically is a very busy time for your dental insurance. At this time, a dental pretreatment estimate or a claim may take longer to process by your insurance carrier, therefore, now is the perfect time to come in for a visit, get treatment diagnosed and allow time in case an approval for it is required by your plan.
P.S. 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!
Friday, September 20, 2013
Herald Square Dental Team Participates in the Walk Against Breast Cancer 2013 Campaign
Greetings from Dr. Pasch, Dr. Yam, Dr. Shirzadnia and Dr. Song!
October is the National Breast Cancer Awareness Month! We are very proud to announce that, this year,
our office is participating in the Walk against Breast Cancer in Central Park.
The purpose of the walk is to bring awareness, fundraise and contribute to the fight
against Breast Cancer. It will take
place on Sunday, October 20, 2013 at 8am starting at E72nd Street and 5th Avenue in Manhattan and we
invite you to join our team.
Why do we walk?
It is unfortunate, but Breast Cancer has become so
common that almost every one of us either has a family member or relative
affected by it, or has lost someone close due to this illness. We believe that, together, we are stronger
and can find a cure!
We encourage
everyone to express their support for everybody affected - breast cancer
survivors and those who could not beat the disease. By taking part in this event
, we all have the chance to sponsor critical research in an effort to find a
cure, raise awareness by encouraging and
empowering women to take charge of their own breast health! The
American Cancer Society has been saving lives for 100 years. Today, they are
helping save more than 400 lives a day that would have otherwise been lost to
cancer. We remind you that the donations are tax deductible! Please support Herald Square Dental‘s
initiative by joining our team and follow the link below to submit your
donation:
If you are able to
walk with us, meet us at Central Park and 72nd Street Bandshell. We will be
wearing white T shirts with the pink ribbon on the front and the office logo on
the back. Walk with us and thousands of other participants for this humane
cause and help us beat cancer, the plague of the 21st century.
Thursday, September 12, 2013
Are You Neglecting Your Dentures?
Greetings from Dr. Pasch, Dr. Yam, Dr. Shirzadnia and Dr. Song!
Old, uncared-for dentures are bad for your dental health and overall — and they also often contribute to bad breath. We recommend that you have your dentures cleaned by a professional technician in our office at least once a year.
Although many of our patients hope that one denture will serve them a lifetime, dentures are not a lifetime investment. ADA recommends that dentures be replaced every 4-6 years. If they are neglected or never replaced, they eventually develop a fungal smell and can be a home for plaque and bacteria, which contributes to developing halitosis (bad breath) and intricate a number of other health threats. Make sure you clean your dentures at home every day and request a professional denture cleaning in our office at your next check up visit.
If you have any questions, please contact us at 212-689-0024 or email us at appts@newyorkdenturedental.com.
Regards,
Herald Square Dental
& The Denture Center
__________________________________________________________________
References: www.ada.org, http://www.everydayhealth.com
Old, uncared-for dentures are bad for your dental health and overall — and they also often contribute to bad breath. We recommend that you have your dentures cleaned by a professional technician in our office at least once a year.
Although many of our patients hope that one denture will serve them a lifetime, dentures are not a lifetime investment. ADA recommends that dentures be replaced every 4-6 years. If they are neglected or never replaced, they eventually develop a fungal smell and can be a home for plaque and bacteria, which contributes to developing halitosis (bad breath) and intricate a number of other health threats. Make sure you clean your dentures at home every day and request a professional denture cleaning in our office at your next check up visit.
If you have any questions, please contact us at 212-689-0024 or email us at appts@newyorkdenturedental.com.
Regards,
Herald Square Dental
& The Denture Center
__________________________________________________________________
References: www.ada.org, http://www.everydayhealth.com
Thursday, August 29, 2013
Dr. Yam Raced in the IRONMAN Marathon at Mont-Tremblant, Canada!
Congratulations to our very own Dr. Yam!
On August 17th, Dr. Yam successfully completed his first Ironman race at Mont Tremblant- Quebec, Canada. The race consisted of a 2.4 mile swim, 112 mile bike ride and a 26.2 mile run. From a total of 2,269 international participants, Dr. Yam crossed the finish line with a result of 12 hours 35 minutes and 18 seconds, which is better than the results of more than half of the participants! Great job, Dr. Yam! We are very proud of you!
On August 17th, Dr. Yam successfully completed his first Ironman race at Mont Tremblant- Quebec, Canada. The race consisted of a 2.4 mile swim, 112 mile bike ride and a 26.2 mile run. From a total of 2,269 international participants, Dr. Yam crossed the finish line with a result of 12 hours 35 minutes and 18 seconds, which is better than the results of more than half of the participants! Great job, Dr. Yam! We are very proud of you!
Thursday, August 22, 2013
Vitamin D Found Beneficial for Periodontal Health in Recent Study
Greetings from Dr. Pasch, Dr. Yam, Dr. Shirzadnia and Dr. Song
Periodontal disease has established itself as a major culprit for oral health and lately more and more patients are diagnosed with this condition. It starts presenting itself with the "harmless appearing" at first sight redness and inflammation of the gums. Even though these symptoms may appear harmless and not alarming, they are caused by the toxic waste products of oral bacteria and if left untreated may lead to tooth loss.
We would like to stress out the significant role which the immune system plays for oral health and how it could aid in the fight with periodontal disease and the possible reversal of this condition. A good diet and in some cases, dietary supplements can enhance the immune system.Vitamin D might be helpful in controlling the inflammation associated with gingivitis and periodontitis. The upper limit recommended by the U.S. Food and Nutrition Board is 2,000IU. Researchers suggest this limit could be safely raised by about 10 times.
Researchers from India executed a three-month study which led to the conclusion that Vitamin D is a safe and effective anti-inflammatory supplement when given in a dose of 2,000IU per day which could aid in the prevention of periodontitis.
Don't forget your vitamin D supplement and spend time outdoors as much as possible since sun exposure is one of the most important sources of vitamin D!
If you have any questions please call us at 212-689-0024 or email us at appts@newyorkdenturedental.com today!
All the best,
Herald Square Dental
& The Denture Center
__________________________________________________________
References: http://www.dentaltown.com; http://altmedicine.about.com/od
Periodontal disease has established itself as a major culprit for oral health and lately more and more patients are diagnosed with this condition. It starts presenting itself with the "harmless appearing" at first sight redness and inflammation of the gums. Even though these symptoms may appear harmless and not alarming, they are caused by the toxic waste products of oral bacteria and if left untreated may lead to tooth loss.
We would like to stress out the significant role which the immune system plays for oral health and how it could aid in the fight with periodontal disease and the possible reversal of this condition. A good diet and in some cases, dietary supplements can enhance the immune system.Vitamin D might be helpful in controlling the inflammation associated with gingivitis and periodontitis. The upper limit recommended by the U.S. Food and Nutrition Board is 2,000IU. Researchers suggest this limit could be safely raised by about 10 times.
Researchers from India executed a three-month study which led to the conclusion that Vitamin D is a safe and effective anti-inflammatory supplement when given in a dose of 2,000IU per day which could aid in the prevention of periodontitis.
Don't forget your vitamin D supplement and spend time outdoors as much as possible since sun exposure is one of the most important sources of vitamin D!
If you have any questions please call us at 212-689-0024 or email us at appts@newyorkdenturedental.com today!
All the best,
Herald Square Dental
& The Denture Center
__________________________________________________________
References: http://www.dentaltown.com; http://altmedicine.about.com/od
Thursday, August 1, 2013
Eating Disorders and Oral Health
Greetings from Dr. Pasch, Dr. Yam, Dr. Shirzadnia and Dr. Song!
You have heard it many times: the mouth is the window into the health of the body, right? Well, since our various cultures and lifestyles present to us the opportunity to gather around the table at every celebration and enjoy food in quantities much greater than the absolute needed for normal existing, and therefore we systematically consume larger amounts of food than needed, some people develop eating disorders.
According to the National Eating Disorders Association approximately ten million Americans suffer from some type of an eating disorder. Most frequently it is associated with either starvation ( in the cases of Anorexia- when one believes that they are "fat" when in reality they are not fat at all, ) or overeating and excessive vomiting to compensate the bulge eating, very often controlled by mood swings( in the cases of Bulimia- one would eat uncontrollably to satisfy the urge to eat, then feel guilty and vomit after a meal).
Eating disorders are frequently seen with teenagers and young adults, and more common among females. The effect that they have on the oral cavity, tissues and dentition is tremendous. The reason for it is the repetitive destructive and eroding effect of stomach acids on tooth structures and the tissues in the mouth. With time, teeth become discolored, brittle, decay develops, and the tissues in the mouth become inflamed and bleed easily. Eating hot or cold food or drink may become uncomfortable.
In many cases, the patient would feel ashamed discussing this issue and therefore fail to obtain professional help in a timely manner. However, it is extremely important to discuss with your healthcare provider the presence of such a problem if it exists. After all , even if you do not want to admit, a professional will be able to conclude the presence of such problem by the obvious damage of the eating disorder.
If you suspect that a loved one is challenged by an eating disorder, don't be afraid to take the first step and initiate a friendly conversation to help them open up and acknowledge the fact that they need help if they want to overcome this problem. A timely intervention is important also because the damages caused may be irreversible, depending on the severity of the case and the length of time during which the problem was occurring.
If you have any questions regarding this matter please feel free to contact us via email at appts@newyorkdenturedental.com or call us at 212-689-0024. We are here to help!
Herald Square Dental
& The Denture Center
________________________________________________________________
References: http://www.mouthhealthy.org
You have heard it many times: the mouth is the window into the health of the body, right? Well, since our various cultures and lifestyles present to us the opportunity to gather around the table at every celebration and enjoy food in quantities much greater than the absolute needed for normal existing, and therefore we systematically consume larger amounts of food than needed, some people develop eating disorders.
According to the National Eating Disorders Association approximately ten million Americans suffer from some type of an eating disorder. Most frequently it is associated with either starvation ( in the cases of Anorexia- when one believes that they are "fat" when in reality they are not fat at all, ) or overeating and excessive vomiting to compensate the bulge eating, very often controlled by mood swings( in the cases of Bulimia- one would eat uncontrollably to satisfy the urge to eat, then feel guilty and vomit after a meal).
Eating disorders are frequently seen with teenagers and young adults, and more common among females. The effect that they have on the oral cavity, tissues and dentition is tremendous. The reason for it is the repetitive destructive and eroding effect of stomach acids on tooth structures and the tissues in the mouth. With time, teeth become discolored, brittle, decay develops, and the tissues in the mouth become inflamed and bleed easily. Eating hot or cold food or drink may become uncomfortable.
In many cases, the patient would feel ashamed discussing this issue and therefore fail to obtain professional help in a timely manner. However, it is extremely important to discuss with your healthcare provider the presence of such a problem if it exists. After all , even if you do not want to admit, a professional will be able to conclude the presence of such problem by the obvious damage of the eating disorder.
If you suspect that a loved one is challenged by an eating disorder, don't be afraid to take the first step and initiate a friendly conversation to help them open up and acknowledge the fact that they need help if they want to overcome this problem. A timely intervention is important also because the damages caused may be irreversible, depending on the severity of the case and the length of time during which the problem was occurring.
If you have any questions regarding this matter please feel free to contact us via email at appts@newyorkdenturedental.com or call us at 212-689-0024. We are here to help!
Herald Square Dental
& The Denture Center
________________________________________________________________
References: http://www.mouthhealthy.org
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