2012 Spring Newsletter - Orchard Heights Dental Centre

rchard Heights Dental Centre’s
For the Patients of Dr. Ray Katz and Dr. Leslie Gelfand
from the dentists
Improving your dental health and awareness
2012
Congratulations!
We would like to welcome back and congratulate Dr. Gelfand on the birth of
her baby girl. Dr. Gelfand is happy to be back in Aurora and is seeing patients on
Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays. We would also like to introduce Chantalle.
Chantalle joins Brooke, Gail, and Lindsay as one of our regular hygienists.
She is a wonderful addition to the team and looks forward to getting to know
our patients. As always, our capable and friendly staff is here to answer any
questions you may have. If it’s been a while since we’ve seen your smile :) don’t
delay and arrange an appointment. Early treatment and regularly scheduled
cleanings avoid problems in the long term!
Hello and welcome to the
latest edition of our dental
newsletter written for you, our
patients. Firstly, we are very
grateful to all of you who took
the time to vote in the most recent
Reader’s Choice Awards. It was
a great honour to win first place
in both the ‘favourite dentist’ and
‘favourite hygienist’ categories.
Your votes won our office these
titles now for the third consecutive
year. I must take this opportunity
to acknowledge the entire team
at Orchard Heights Dental Centre. I
attribute our success to the hard
work and dedication of the entire
staff. We are all committed to
making your experience at the
dentist as comfortable as can be and
we strive to provide the highest
quality of care from the moment
you enter our office. That is our
promise to you.
Yours in good health,
Dr. Ray Katz & Dr. Leslie Gelfand
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A Brighter Whiter Smile
One of the most common concerns from our patients is in regards to
the colour of their teeth. Simply put, whiter teeth are more youthful and
attractive. Nowadays there are so many options for whitening teeth it can be
overwhelming and confusing. We want to simplify it for you by summarizing
what works best! We offer three effective ways to whiten. Zoom!® whitening is
a scientifically advanced teeth whitening procedure applied chair side at our
office in one single visit. It is ideal if you are looking for immediate results
and, with the most advanced LED technology, the results are better than
ever. Alternatively, professionally prescribed whitening, Nite White® or Day
White® will help you achieve your whitest smile in just one to two weeks.
Whether you prefer to whiten while you sleep or short daytime sessions, you
can whiten your teeth at your own convenience. Don’t hesitate to ask about
these whitening solutions at your next dental checkup. We can tell you about
our first-hand experience with each of these methods and find what will suite
you best.
Call Today!
(905) 727-8586
Visit our
website today!
www.orchardheightsdental.ca
For weekend & evening emergencies please call Dr. Katz at (416) 560-5289 or Dr. Gelfand at (647) 988-8900
Be Happy.
Live Longer.
Research to pay attention to!
A review of the scientific literature has confirmed...
n People who are happy and positive enjoy a longer
lifespan, possibly because they acquire a higher immune
function.
n It’s also worth considering how a good attitude can
lead to healthy habits and behaviors, which in turn produce
happy outcomes. For example, maintaining healthy
teeth and gums can give you more than a great smile.
It may contribute to a healthy respiratory system and
reduce your risk for pneumonia and chronic obstructive
pulmonary disease (COPD) according to research
published in the Journal of Periodontology.
n The study supports earlier research suggesting a
relationship between respiratory diseases and gum disease,
a chronic and progressive inflammatory disease that affects
the gum tissue and other structures supporting the teeth.
n Additional research has associated gum disease
with other chronic inflammatory diseases such as diabetes,
cardiovascular disease, and arthritis, and the list just keeps
growing. Science has established links to kidney disease, premature
births, and cancers including pancreatic and breast cancer.
So you see, cultivating healthy habits and the right attitude can pay
big dividends. Brushing, flossing, and keeping your recare appointments will
keep your smile and your body healthy. Now that’s research to be happy about!
The Noble Carrot
Humble no more!
According to a study published in Evolution and
Human Behavior, eating carrots regularly can give
your skin a healthy, attractive, golden glow that
other people notice. That’s because of pigments
called carotenoids.
A half-cup of cooked carrots provides four
times the recommended dietary allowance of
vitamin A in the form of beta-carotene, which
is necessary for healthy skin, eyesight, and
growth. Beta-carotene also has antioxidant
qualities that build resistance to infection,
heart attack, and stroke. Harvard University research
suggests those who eat more than five carrots a
week are much less likely to suffer a stroke than
those who eat one a month.
The National Cancer Institute is studying
how beta-carotene may ward off cancers,
including oral cancers.
So quick like a bunny...
grab a carrot or two!
Ready, Set, Enjoy!
Eat, play, laugh ... again!
You’ve probably met someone
with at least one dental implant, but
you likely didn’t realize it because
once an implant is placed, it is
completely natural looking and fully
functional.
The science of dental implants is
well established. Regardless of the
type of implant used, all are made
of strong bio-compatible materials:
an artificial replacement root and
an enamel-colored crown that is
perfectly matched to your own teeth.
The root helps to preserve bone and
the implant prevents neighboring
teeth from tilting and drifting,
just like a natural tooth would.
Implants can also replace more than
one tooth or stabilize a denture or
bridge. Imagine enjoying meals and
talking and laughing with complete
confidence!
Interested? Let us know so that
we can talk to you about your specific
treatment plan. Give us a call today!
Age Erasers That Work
So you can put your smile back on!
There’s nothing quite like worn-down teeth and ageing restorations for wiping
the smile off your face. Yet these are the problems that sneak up on everybody,
even those who take excellent care of their oral health. Teeth grinding,
clenching, temporomandibular disorder (TMD), along with fillings and
other restorations that have worn out their welcome, can age your smile
and put a dent in your style!
Do any of these sound like you? You have a tooth that is:
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damaged by decay or wear
crumbling because there is more old filling than tooth
fractured or chipped, threatening its structural integrity
discolored by decay or silver-colored fillings
showing signs of root canal treatment
If you said yes even once, don’t worry any more. These types of
smile flaws are usually easier to put right than you might think…
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Beautiful natural-looking white porcelain inlays and onlays can replace worn silver-colored or stained fillings.
Crowns, bridges, and dental implants provide strength as well as beauty.
Bonding and veneers can whiten, re-contour, disguise
minor flaws, strengthen, and restore symmetry.
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Please don’t let your
smile bring you down.
Some of these most
popular solutions take
only one or two visits!
to minimize!
Avoid your unique food triggers. Common culprits include
chocolate, caffeine, peppermint, spicy foods, butter, oil, fatty
meat, fried foods, citrus fruit, tomatoes, and raw onion.
Avoid alcohol & tobacco. Both promote stomach acid
backing into the esophagus. Smoking reduces the
production of saliva, a natural acid-fighter which also helps
wash down stomach acid.
Eat small meals frequently. A too-full stomach can cause
acids to back up and cause that burning sensation.
Lose a few and loosen up. Obese people are nearly three
times more likely to have heartburn and acid reflux, and
too-tight clothing around your middle can push acid into
the esophagus.
helps stomach acid drain more quickly – by nearly 70%
according to one study.
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Elevate your head by 6-8 inches when you sleep. This
Nervous?
We’re here to help!
For most of us there’s something that makes us anxious – that one
particular thing that causes irrational feelings of fear and apprehension.
For some it’s the fear of public speaking, the dark, or perhaps heights.
Dental phobia or the fear of the dentist is a common problem and we
know just how real and serious it can be. We encourage you to be
honest with us about your feelings toward coming to the dentist. There
are many things we can do to make you feel more comfortable and at
ease in the dental chair. We pride ourselves on being kind and gentle,
however often that is not enough. We also offer laughing gas and light
sedation to calm your nerves alleviating anxiety. We have had much
success with anxious patients taking these very simple measures.
The key, however, to your good oral health is prevention. Anxiety
about dental visits and avoiding checkups can allow new and often
preventable problems to develop. Your oral health is so important to
your overall heath. Don’t let dental anxiety prevent you from taking
care of yourself - talk to us, we’re here to help!
proper
brushing techniques
office information
St. Andrew’s Shopping Centre
45-2 Orchard Heights Blvd
Aurora, Ontario L4G 3W3
Monday
8:00 am –
Tue & Thu 10:00 am –
Wednesday 8:00 am –
Friday
8:00 am –
Phone Numbers
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Email
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To Your Good Health
Secrets to a better life!
Dr. Raymond Katz, Dentist
Dr. Leslie Gelfand, Dentist
Office Hours
Step 1 – Inside & Outside
Surfaces: Softly vibrate bristles in
a circular motion at a 45° angle
against gumline.
Step 2 – Clean top surfaces of
molars with a back-and-forth
motion.
Step 3 – To clean insides of front
teeth, turn brush vertically and
gently brush in a circular motion.
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(905) 727-8586
(905) 727-4283
info@orchardheightsdental.ca
www.orchardheightsdental.ca
We now have
Free WIFI in
Office
Christine, Becky......................Front Desk
Allyson, Tabetha, Michelle... Dental Assts
Brooke, Gail, Lindsay, Chantalle............. ................................ Dental Hygienists
Information included is not dental or medical advice. For your
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Some health experts are saying that our
long search for the fountain of youth is
over. All it takes is a good exercise program
to roll back the years.
There’s no disputing the fact that
exercise has rejuvenating benefits,
relieves stress, and can delay ageing.
But if your goal is to lose weight,
recent studies suggest that exercise
alone is not the answer. A healthy
calorie-controlled diet will always
play a part in weight loss.
As with everything in life,
success requires a little motivation
and self-discipline. And the
same principles can be applied
to smile maintenance. Nothing
beats a proper oral care regimen of
flossing daily and brushing twice daily.
Pair this with regular dental visits for
ongoing care and you’ll be on your way
to ensuring a healthy smile!
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