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The Science behind the Bite

noreply@blogger.com (Erica) — Mon, 11 Jan 2010 17:17:00 +0000

Not everyone pays attention to the mechanism behind our ability to bite and chew. However, neuromuscular dentistry requires detailed knowledge of the nerves, muscles, joints, and bones that work together in the process of mastication (chewing). We have to know exactly how this system is supposed to work so that we can identify and fix any issues that arise, such as TMD (temporomandibular joint disorder). Here is some information for you to learn a little more about the science behind the bite. Names to know:

Mandible – Jaw bone
Maxilla – Upper dental arch
Cranium – Skull
Trigeminal nerve – Controls chewing, delivers pain signals from head and face
Occlusion – How top and bottom teeth fit together
Malocclusion – Overbite or underbite
Temporomandibular joint (TMJ) – Connects mandible and temporal bone of the cranium

The TMJ is one of the most complex joints in our body, and is absolutely essential to proper jaw function and mastication. Unfortunately, most of us have some degree of malocclusion, which forces facial muscles into a stressed position.

Malocclusion causes the articular disc of the TMJ to become displaced, which we call TMD (temporomandibular joint disorder). TMD might seem like something minor at first, but it comes with painful symptoms that are not limited to the mouth and jaw area. This is because the stress of malocclusion and TMD can impact the trigeminal nerve, which carries pain signals from all over the face and head in addition to its motor functions. If you have chronic headaches, muscle pains, or other symptoms, contact Rochester Advanced Dentistry right away to find out if TMD is the cause.

Technological Advances in TMD Treatment

noreply@blogger.com (Erica) — Tue, 22 Dec 2009 20:20:00 +0000

Thousands of people suffer from symptoms caused by temporomandibular joint disorder, or TMD. Neuromuscular dentistry concerns itself with restoring the alignment of your bite in order to treat TMD and relieve your symptoms. Over the last several years, technological advances in TMD diagnoses and treatment have given neuromuscular dentists much more accurate and effective tools to help determine and restore your ideal jaw alignment. In many cases, people who suffer from common symptoms of TMD do not realize that they may be related to misalignment of the jaw. The temporomandibular joint works as a hinge and is the only joint in the body that has two sides. When one side gets out of alignment, many problems may occur.

Cluster headaches
Sinus headaches
Tinnitus or ringing of the ears
Neck pain
Facial pain
Dizziness
Migraine headaches

Using muscle relaxation techniques and advanced diagnostic tools like the electromyograph, Dr. Haddad and Dr. Doolin can determine what your natural jaw alignment should be and develop a treatment plan to restore your ideal alignment to eliminate your symptoms. Depending on your specific situation, Dr. Haddad or Dr. Doolin may use one or more of the following treatment options to restore your jaw alignment:

Physical therapy
Cosmetic dentistry
Oral appliances
TENs electrical stimulation for muscle relaxation
Surgery

Many people see a reduction in pain almost immediately, and as your treatment progresses, complete elimination of pain is possible. If you suffer from chronic pain, even if you do not feel it may be related to TMD, seek a neuromuscular dentist trained in the latest technological advances in TMD treatment to diagnose and treat your pain. To find out more, please contact Rochester Advanced Dentistry to schedule a consultation with our skilled neuromuscular dentists.

Great Holiday Gift Idea

noreply@blogger.com (Dr. Jeff Haddad) — Mon, 14 Dec 2009 18:42:00 +0000

Looking for a great Holiday Gift Idea? Consider a Teeth Whitening Gift Certificate. There are two different Whitening Procedures used in our office to achieve the best possible results! The tray whitening procedure allows the patient to take custom trays home and wear over a small period of time to brighten their smile. We also perform the Zoom whitening in office, Which is done right here in the office and takes approximately two hours to complete. We provide a high quality 8.5 x 11 certificate. It looks great and is sure to make your loved one "smile"! Call us at 248-656-2020 to reserve your certificate today!

Old Silver Fillings

noreply@blogger.com (Dr. Jeff Haddad) — Tue, 01 Dec 2009 19:09:00 +0000

By replacing older dental restorations, such as silver fillings, you can improve the health of your gum tissue. Bacteria gathers around these poorly fitting margins and makes it very hard to keep the area clean. The newer materials can "seal" up these areas and promote healthier gum tissue.

Maximizing 2009 Insurance Dollars

noreply@blogger.com (Dr. Jeff Haddad) — Tue, 24 Nov 2009 13:40:00 +0000

Knowledge of dental benefits that are available to you as a patient is important. The annual maximum refers to the amount of dollars that the insurance company will pay each year. This maximum is individual to each person on the policy. If your maximum has a calendar year renewal, it is crucial to know what benefits you have remaining as the year comes to a close. If these benefits are unused, they will not rollover to the new year. Therefore, if you have any unscheduled treatment with us, it is best to schedule before January 2010 to minimize your out of pocket expense. It is also important to keep in mind what you may have available through any flexible spending plans that could be utilized. Our business team can help you maximize your benefits remaining for the year by coming up with the most beneficial and cost effective treatment plan. We will be happy to assist you and to help you schedule an appointment before the year is over.

Facial Pain and TMD

noreply@blogger.com (Erica) — Tue, 17 Nov 2009 17:37:00 +0000

Chronic facial pain that has no clear physical connection to trauma or disease can often be associated with temporomandibular joint disorder, or TMD. This loosely associated group of maladies is tied to problems with the temporomandibular joint. Many physicians who are not specially trained to treat your facial pain may simply prescribe pain medication. A neuromuscular dentist, however, is trained to diagnose and treat any of the causes of TMD to help permanently relieve facial pain, jaw, neck and shoulder pain. There is no one cause of TMD, but the underlying problem is a misalignment of one or possibly both sides of your jaw. The jaw joints are meant to work in unison; if one side is out of alignment, a chain reaction can be caused leading to inflammation and various other problems. Some causes of TMD include:

Malocclusion
Trauma
Arthritis
Bruxism (teeth grinding)
Stress

Once the underlying cause is determined, fixing the underlying cause of the problem treats the disorder. If you are missing teeth on one side of your mouth and it is causing your bite to be off, a dental implant, or instant orthodontics may be used to straighten things out again. Bruxism and stress that causes you to constantly clench your teeth or set your jaw can be relaxed with physical therapy or dental appliances in order to reduce the stress on the TMJ. Chronic facial pain sufferers should seek an experienced neurological dentist for a consultation even if the facial pain does not seem to be related to TMD. Only a trained TMD physician is able to pinpoint and accurately treat TMD. Please contact the TMD specialists at Rochester Advanced Dentistry today to find out more about your TMD treatment options.

Changing lives

noreply@blogger.com (Dr. Jeff Haddad) — Mon, 16 Nov 2009 14:43:00 +0000

A great service that our office offers are life changing smile make overs. One story that sticks out in my head was that of a patient that was told by one of her previous dentists that she looked like a "porpoise."Susan had very flaired teeth that made her lip stick out. She has been a long term patient of ours and we have discussed redoing her teeth many times. It wasn't until recently that she finally decided to have her teeth done. We addressed Susan's upper teeth and gave her a new beautiful smile. Susan and her husband were thrilled with the results, and both had wished that she had done it much sooner. Susan now can not stop smiling .

When is fluoride neccessary?

noreply@blogger.com (Dr. Jeff Haddad) — Wed, 11 Nov 2009 12:54:00 +0000

When should we use fluoride? Fluoride is recommended to be taken orally up until the age of nine years old. Up until that age the permanent teeth are still forming but have not necessarily all erupted. Before your dentist determines the amount of fluoride necessary, we recommend you have your water tested to determine the amount of naturally occurring fluoride in your water. A fluoride supplement taken orally will help strengthen the enamel during those crucial years. After the teeth have completely formed and begin to erupt it is more beneficial to do a topical fluoride rinse as part of their daily home care. Children will also be given a prescription strength fluoride rinse at their routine dental visits with the hygienist. At that time your dentist will recommend a prescription fluoride rinse or an over the counter fluoride rinse for daily use at home.

Dental Cleanings Improved with Ultrasonic Scalers

noreply@blogger.com (Dr. Jeff Haddad) — Wed, 28 Oct 2009 17:13:00 +0000

We routinely use ultrasonic scalers in conjunction with hand scaling for our patients during dental cleanings. We have seen a drastic improvement in gum tissue health with this system. The high pitch noise the ultrasonic produces causes the tip of the instrument to move 20,000 - 40,000 times a second. This movement is able to remove plaque, tarter and stain quickly and comfortably. The instrument also utilizes water to keep the tip cool and to flush bacteria and debris out from under the gum tissue and also from in between the teeth.

In office Restorations

noreply@blogger.com (Dr. Jeff Haddad) — Tue, 27 Oct 2009 15:13:00 +0000

Our in office restoration service benefits our patients greatly by having only one appointment. Patients do not have to return to the office for a second appointment. They only have to have anesthetic one time. Impressions do not have to be taken. Our patients do not have to wear a temporary for two weeks or more due to scheduling conflict with the lab/office and patients schedule. With this type of restoration many patients do not experience sensitivity.

TMD and Tooth Destruction/Grinding etc.

noreply@blogger.com (Erica) — Tue, 20 Oct 2009 17:19:00 +0000

Temporomandibular joint disorder, or TMD, is a complicated group of problems related to the temporomandibular joint, the joint that attaches your jaw to your skull. This is the busiest joint in the body and is the only one with two joints working in unison. TMD and tooth destruction as a result of decay, tooth loss or grinding, go hand in hand and may be both a cause and a result of TMD. The loss of a tooth, or tooth material due to grinding, can cause the jaw to work asymmetrically, which is not how the jaw was designed. This puts stress on one or both sides of the jaw and may cause any of the following symptoms:

Jaw pain
Headaches
Facial pain
Tinnitus
Locked jaw
Popping or clicking noises

As the pain worsens, the damage to the teeth may increase and cause a downward spiral of tooth destruction and worsening TMD. The neuromuscular dentist is specially trained to determine the underlying cause of your pain and establish a treatment plan to get your TMJ back into alignment. Depending on your specific needs, with tooth loss or destruction, the neuromuscular dentist may use any of the following options to realign your jaw.

Instant orthodontia
Dental implants
Surgery

To find out more about TMD and tooth destruction or grinding problems, please contact the TMD specialists at Rochester Advanced Dentistry to schedule an appointment.

Chronic Pain of TMD Tied to Depression

noreply@blogger.com (Erica) — Wed, 23 Sep 2009 16:45:00 +0000

People who suffer from chronic pain are more susceptible to depression, even depression that requires medication or therapy. Pain that continues past normal healing processes is considered chronic, and it exacts a mental and psychological toll on those who suffer from it. Temporomandibular joint disorder, or TMD is a leading cause of chronic pain in many people. Chronic pain of TMD tied to depression is a cause for concern for neuromuscular dentists diagnosing and treating TMD. The temporomandibular joint is a crossroads for several muscle groups, nerves, and blood vessels. Inflammation or damage to the joint can cause severe problems throughout the head and neck area. In many cases, the disorders associated with TMD are difficult to pinpoint, giving the impression that the pain is untreatable, causing some people to feel they will never be relieved of it. People looking for relief from chronic pain often seek it in the wrong place. They will go to a physician and try to convince him/her to treat the symptoms. This often leads to prescribing pain medication and potential dependency on drugs, which may further contribute to depression. While treating TMD in and of itself may not alleviate depression, eliminating chronic pain can contribute greatly to eventual recovery. There is one less problem to worry about. If you suffer from chronic head, neck, jaw or other pain, even if you do not think it could possibly be related to your TMJ, you should seek consultation from an experienced neurological dentist. At the Rochester Advanced Dentistry, a caring TMD specialist will evaluate your pain and offer a treatment plan to help you alleviate your pain for good. Contact our neuromuscular dentists today to schedule a consultation.

Our Facebook Fan Page

noreply@blogger.com (Dr. Jeff Haddad) — Wed, 09 Sep 2009 02:28:00 +0000

We wanted to let everyone know that our facebook page is up and being updated weekly with new content for all of our patients. Please search for Rochester Advanced Dentistry and become a fan or our page!

TMD and Tinnitus

noreply@blogger.com (Erica) — Tue, 18 Aug 2009 14:27:00 +0000

One of the primary signs and symptoms of temporomandibular joint disorder, TMD, is tinnitus, or ringing of the ears. This condition is annoying for most people but is sometimes debilitating, especially if left untreated. A neuromuscular dentist specializes in bringing the jaw back into its optimal alignment; misalignment of the jaw is the underlying problem that causes TMD. There are two types of tinnitus:

Subjective
Objective

Subjective tinnitus means only you can hear the sound, which is not caused by external stimulus. Subjective tinnitus is often difficult to diagnose as the doctor can only rely on the patient's description of the problem and perceived benefits. Objective tinnitus is actually audible to the physician and may be related to blood flowing through the ear or muscles spasms in the inner ear. Since the doctor is able to also perceive the sounds, it is easier to identify, but not necessarily easier to treat. In order to treat TMD and tinnitus, the neuromuscular dentist first attempts to determine what your natural jaw alignment is. Using advanced tools like sonography, electromyography, and computerized jaw tracking, a detailed picture of your current jaw condition is mapped. After relaxing the muscles with gentle massage or TENS electrotherapy, your ideal position is found and a treatment plan created that will restore your alignment. To find out more how a neuromuscular dentist can help relieve your TMD and tinnitus symptoms, contact Rochester Advanced Dentistry today and schedule an initial consultation.

How to Choose a Cosmetic Dentist

noreply@blogger.com (Erich Shrefler) — Wed, 15 Jul 2009 17:25:00 +0000

If you needed heart surgery, would you choose your surgeon from the yellow pages? Of course not. And yet, some people put very little thought into choosing a cosmetic dentist, even though the health and beauty of our mouths is very important.

How can you know if the cosmetic dentist you’re considering is right for you? Here are some points to consider:

Facility Tour: Ask for a tour of the office, noting such things as advanced equipment, cleanliness, privacy, sterilization techniques and attitude of the staff.

Talk to Other Patients: Ask other patients about their experiences with the staff and dentists. Or call your State Licensing Board to uncover any complaints against the dentist you’re considering.

Education: Cosmetic dentistry is a specialized field that requires training far beyond general dentistry. Cosmetic dentists who invest their time and money in ongoing education for themselves and their staff show a commitment to their craft and to your satisfaction.

Experience: If your cosmetic dentist is recommending a specific procedure, ask how many times he or she has performed this procedure. Just as in other areas of medicine, practice makes perfect. Ask to see Before & After photos, paying special attention to those patients who have had treatments like yours.

Communication & Honesty: A good cosmetic dentist like Dr. Doolin and Dr. Haddad will reveal exactly what procedure is being recommended, how long it will take, and what you can expect after the procedure is completed. While modern advances in dental care have created many fast procedures with instant results, not all dental work is ‘fast and easy’. A cosmetic dentist who is willing to customize a treatment plan to achieve your specific goals and who will spend time answering all your questions has your best interests at heart.

Artistic Talent: Above all else, remember that your beauty and health are at stake. The best cosmetic dentists consider what procedures will work best for you and help you look and feel great. They’ll also be honest in telling you when a procedure you have requested is wrong for you and may be more harmful than helpful.

To speak to a qualified, experience and caring cosmetic dentist, please contact Drs. Doolin and Haddad at Rochester Advanced Dentistry.

In-office teeth whitening vs at-home whitening

noreply@blogger.com (Blogger Admin) — Fri, 12 Jun 2009 16:55:00 +0000

Can’t start the day without a cup o’ joe? Having trouble kicking the nicotine habit for good? Look forward to a glass of wine with friends? These are all enjoyable habits, but they also wreak havoc on the whiteness of our teeth, along with aging, genetics, and certain medications.

If you are unhappy with your stained, discolored teeth, you’re probably wondering about the best way to whiten and brighten your smile. With so many choices, it can be confusing without the right information to guide you.

At-Home Whitening or In-Office Laser Whitening?

Whitening your teeth at home involves a variety of over-the-counter products, such as whitening strips, brush on whiteners, and special toothpastes. Bleaching trays filled with a special gel that fit over your teeth are also available.

While at-home solutions can be less costly and more convenient than in-office laser whitening, they are also messy, time consuming and less effective than laser bleaching. In fact, deep stains may not whiten at all.

Laser whitening performed in your dentist’s office is generally more costly, but the instant, same day results and long lasting whiteness makes the cost well worth it. Additionally, your dentist will provide you with a custom fitted bleaching tray and gel to use at home, more effective than one-size-fits-all, over-the-counter bleaching trays. And, finally, for those really tough stains that cannot be whitened, your cosmetic dentist can suggest other treatments, such as:

To learn more about the Zoom! teeth whitening system, please contact Rochester Advanced Dentistry in Rochester, Michigan to schedule your private, free consultation with Dr. Jeffrey Haddad and Dr. Kurt Doolin.

Treatments for TMD

noreply@blogger.com (Erich Shrefler) — Sun, 17 May 2009 17:35:00 +0000

TMD, or Temporomandibular Joint Disorder, is a source of chronic pain for many, and can result in severe tooth wear, fractures of your teeth and restorations, and tooth loss.

TMD sufferers experience different types of head and face pain, including:

Headaches and migraines
Neck pain
Jaw pain and soreness
Jaw or neck stiffness
Facial pain
Forehead pain
Cluster headaches
Sinus-like headaches
Scalp tenderness
Mouth, face, cheek, or chin pain
Dizziness or vertigo
Tongue pain

The cause of these symptoms is often a misaligned bite that requires diagnosis and treatment using neuromuscular dentistry to find the best, most relaxed position for the upper and lower jaw, then re-teaching the jaw how to rest in this more efficient position. Neuromuscular dentistry uses sophisticated computer analysis to diagnose TMD, treat the symptoms, and relieve the pain. Diagnosis begins with Electromyograph, tracking jaw muscle activity to find the perfect position and establish the correct bite. Other TMD treatments include:

Physical therapy
Surgical remedies
Cosmetic dentistry
Oral appliances
Medication
TENS electrical stimulation

Do you wish your head, neck and face pain was nothing more than a faraway memory? At Rochester Advanced Dentistry, we understand. Please schedule an appointment with Dr. Jeffery Haddad and Dr. Kurt Doolin, experienced neuromuscular dentists who have helped hundreds of patients just like you get back to enjoying life again pain-free.

What causes snoring and what are the treatments?

Snoring occurs when airflow is constricted at the back of the mouth and nose. Typically, the soft tissues at the back of the throat collapse during sleep. This causes vibrations that create the sound of snoring.

Individuals who snore might also suffer from:

Poor oral muscle tone
Large tonsils and adenoids
Being overweight
Rarely, a cyst or tumor is the problem
An opening between the nose and throat that is too narrow
A uvula (the ‘bell’ in the back of the throat) is too long
Chronic ‘stuffy’ nose from hay fever, a cold a sinus infection, etc.
Deformities of the nose or nasal septum

Snoring Treatments

Continuous Positive Airway Pressure (CPAP)

The CPAP machine uses a mask worn over the face during sleep, into which pressurized air is blown to keep your airway from collapsing during sleep

Dental Devices

Dental devices resemble an athletic mouth guards and assists in opening the airway by gently repositioning your lower jaw or tongue in a more forward position during sleep.

Surgery

Certain surgeries can help by surgically removing tissues in the throat or correcting throat abnormalities to increase airway size.

Some of the surgeries are:

Uvulopalatopharyngoplasty (UPPP)
Thermal Ablation Palatoplasty (TAP)
Tonsillectomy
Adenoidectomy

If your snoring has become more than a minor annoyance to you and your family, perhaps surgical or other medical intervention is needed. Begin by scheduling an appointment with a physician or dentist qualified in diagnosing and treating this disorder. In Rochester, Michigan, Rochester Advanced Dentistry assists snorers with getting the help they need. Our professional team would welcome your visit. Please contact Drs. Doolin and Haddad for a private consultation.

Neuromuscular dentistry and TMD

noreply@blogger.com (Erich Shrefler) — Wed, 25 Feb 2009 18:38:00 +0000

Have you noticed a popping or clicking of your jaw? How about unexplained ringing in your ears? Perhaps you’re suffering from migraines, neck and back pain or other unusual symptoms that seem to have no explanation.

You may be suffering from TMD, Temporomandibular Joint Disorder. TMD occurs when your upper and lower jaws become misaligned, forcing your bite out of its natural position. Where general dentistry addresses typical problems associated with your teeth and gums, Neuromuscular Dentistry is specifically used to determine the perfect resting position for your jaw, adjusting your jaw to relieve pain and discomfort.

Despite the fact that TMD is a common condition, diagnosis and treatment requires an expert to perform the delicate and precise jaw alignment necessary to alleviate your symptoms. Because the misalignment of TMD is often difficult to note using traditional methods of observation, experts specializing in Neuromuscular Dentistry use sophisticated diagnostics for the most effective treatment, which includes:

Testing the jaw joint
Testing the sounds of the jaw joint
Recording and analyzing muscle activity
Recording and analyzing muscle movements

This refined method of analysis is the basis of your customized treatment plan designed to correct your misaligned bite and end the symptoms causing you pain, with no need for potentially harmful medication.

If you or a loved one is suffering needlessly from the symptoms of TMJ, please contact a neuromuscular dentist in your area. In Rochester, Michigan, please contact Dr. Jeffrey Haddad and Dr. Kurt Doolin at Rochester Advanced Dentistry.

TMD and its Symptoms

noreply@blogger.com (Dan Goldstein) — Thu, 06 Nov 2008 15:01:00 +0000

TMD, or Temporomandibular Joint Disorder, is a painful, potentially debilitating disorder that occurs when an individual’s bite becomes misaligned. A misaligned bite is called malocclusion, and can cause a host of symptoms for the sufferer, requiring diagnosis and treatment through Neuromuscular Dentistry. Neuromuscular dentistry is a dental specialty that uses sophisticated testing methods to uncover the extent of the malocclusion and determine how to adjust the individual’s bite to the most relaxed position in an effort to alleviate the pain and discomfort. Symptoms of TMD can include:

Headaches and migraines
Neck pain
Jaw pain and soreness
Jaw or neck stiffness
Facial pain
Forehead pain
Cluster headaches
Sinus-like headaches
Scalp tenderness
Mouth, face, cheek, or chin pain
Dizziness or vertigo
Tongue pain

Additional issues related to TMD include:

Severe wear and tear of the teeth
Teeth fractures
Tooth loss

These issues occur because the TMD sufferer unconsciously grinds and clenches their teeth at night, applying extreme pressure and wearing down the teeth.

Left untreated, the symptoms of TMD can worsen, affecting more than the jaw and mouth. In fact, your overall dental and medical health can be negatively affected. However, your neuromuscular dentist can permanently restore your bite to its proper alignment, helping you to avoid the symptoms of neuromuscular dysfunction, using a variety of:

Medications
Orthotic devices
Dental improvements

To learn more about TMD, contact the experienced neuromuscular dentists of Rochester Advanced Dentistry in Rochester, Michigan.

Reliving the ESPY's

noreply@blogger.com (Dr. Jeff Haddad) — Wed, 22 Oct 2008 23:59:00 +0000

Dr. Jeff Haddad and Dr. Kurt Doolin were invited to the 2008 ESPY Awards in Los Angeles this year to showcase the new athletic performance enhancing Pure Power Mouthguard (PPM). At this prestigious event, they had the opportunity to meet and socialize with many of the biggest athletic superstars in the world.

Athletes, especially, are benefitting from the PPM™ because by holding the jaw in its optimal position, the PPM™ results in improved vertebrae alignment, better balance, and increased upper body strength. This revolutionary jaw appliance is being discovered by some of the top athletes in every sport and anyone who is serious about improving their athleticism is a prime candidate for the Pure Power Mouthguard.

Some of the athletes that were present at the ESPY's were Superbowl champion quarterback Eli Manning, Terrell Owens, Braylon Edwards, Brady Quinn, Heisman Trophy winner Tim Tebow, Florida football coach Urban Meyer, Plaxico Burress, World Cup Downhill skiing champion Lindsey Vonn, and NBA champion Boston Celitic Ray Allen.

Since the ESPY's, Dr. Haddad and Dr. Doolin have personally fit Terrell Owens, Braylon Edwards, Brady Quinn and Lindsey Vonn with the PPM. "Watching our favorite football stars using our appliance has been amazing!" says Haddad. The Pure Power Mouthguard is based on neuromuscular dentistry which Drs Haddad and Doolin focus on in their practice. The same muscle relaxation and technology is what they use to treat patients with migraine headaches, jaw pain, and TMJ or TMD. They have fit numerous other athletes, professional and amateur, with the Pure Power Mouthguard and they are seeing significant improvements in strength, range of motion, and balance.

For more information, please go to rochesteradvanceddentistry.com

How does Laser Tooth Whitening Work?

noreply@blogger.com (Dan Goldstein) — Fri, 03 Oct 2008 15:23:00 +0000

While all of us begin life with nice white teeth, our daily habits take a toll over time and, as adults, we may discover our teeth appear closer to a yellowish or gray color.

Over-the-counter home teeth whitening systems offer basic whitening that may be helpful for a special event or one-time brightening. But the results simply do not last long enough and are not strong enough to make much of a difference.

Bleaching trays are another good alternative. Bleaching trays provided by your dentist are custom-fitted to your mouth and use a special bleaching gel that can be very effective. But the process takes about an hour a night and results take 7-14 days, and sometimes that’s just too long to wait.

Thank goodness for laser teeth whitening with the Zoom! Whitening System! Zoom! offers immediate results in less than two hours in your dentist’s office. For that stunning smile so sought after by so many, Zoom! Whitening System is the best solution.

Clinical studies show that Zoom! is safe and effective for whitening, and offers an improvement in whiteness up to eight-shades in just one visit. And Zoom! doesn’t cause as much sensitivity as some other methods of laser whitening.

Rochester Advanced Dentistry has happily helped hundreds of patients just like you to achieve the dazzling white smile everyone desires but few possess. Zoom! is quick, affordable, and reliable. Please contact us today to schedule your Zoom! Whitening procedure. Get in…get out…get smiling!

Browse our Before & After Gallery for amazing results!

What is endodontics?

noreply@blogger.com (Dan Goldstein) — Mon, 22 Sep 2008 16:54:00 +0000

Have you ever wondered what is inside your tooth? You might be surprised to know that your teeth have roots. The root of your tooth, along with dental pulp, veins, arteries and nerves, make up the inside of your tooth. In fact, if you’ve ever had a toothache, the pain you feel means the nerves of your tooth are working, telling you something is wrong.

This is where endodontics comes into the picture. Endodontics is another word for root canal therapy. Root canal therapy is used when the root of your tooth has become infected or decayed and needs to be removed. Years ago, root canals were very painful and required more than one visit to the dentist. Today’s advanced dental technology has made root canal a quick and virtually painless procedure.

Why is it important to have a root canal? The decay and bacteria inside your tooth must be removed, and your tooth must be filled with clean dental filler, or you may be at risk for losing the tooth completely.

The practice of endodontics is a highly specialized field that requires unique training and experience, because the inside of the tooth and the decay that can occur there can be a complex issue. If you’re in need of root canal therapy, be sure to choose a dentist with specialization in endodontics for expert management and the best outcome for your endodontic procedure.

In Rochester, Michigan, Dr. Jeffrey Haddad and Dr. Kurt Doolin of Rochester Advanced Dentistry assists patients in root canal therapy via endodontics. With vast experience and superior training, you can be sure your procedure will go smoothly, saving your tooth and restoring your dental health. Please contact Rochester Advanced Dentistry today.

How are porcelain veneers applied?

noreply@blogger.com (Blogger Admin) — Wed, 06 Aug 2008 16:16:00 +0000

For a bright, white, beautifully straight smile, very few dental procedures can beat the beauty, durability and ease of application of porcelain veneers. These thin porcelain shells are bonded directly to each tooth, correcting a variety of imperfections that can prevent you from having a dazzling smile.

Porcelain is an extremely durable material that offers a highly natural look and feel. Porcelain resists decay and staining and can:

Correct gaps between teeth
Lengthen and reshape teeth
Repair chipped, broken, or misshapen teeth
Cover stains and discolorations

The process of preparing your teeth, creating impressions, and fitting your veneers takes 2 or 3 dental visits. Your most important task is to choose a qualified and experienced dentist to perform the procedure for the best results. In Rochester, Michigan, Rochester Advanced Dentistry’s Dr. Jeffrey Haddad and Dr. Kurt Doolin have the experience, training and personal interest in you to ensure your porcelain veneers provide you with a superb smile that exceeds your expectations.

You’ll begin your journey towards a more beautiful smile by contacting us to schedule your free, private consultation. At that time, Dr. Haddad or Dr. Doolin will listen to your needs and evaluate your teeth and oral health. Then we’ll offer our best recommendations to help you meet your goals. Porcelain veneers have brought exciting changes for many people previously embarrassed by their smiles. Why not contact Rochester Advanced Dentistry today to get started?

Pure Power Mouth Guard™ Improves Alignment and Performance

noreply@blogger.com (Blogger Admin) — Wed, 16 Jul 2008 15:18:00 +0000

The Pure Power Mouth Guard™ is an exciting innovation in neuromuscular dentistry that helps to keep the jaw in its optimal position, thereby improving balance, vertebrae alignment, and upper body strength. The PPM™ is being used by athletes all over the country and is resulting in marked improvement in athletic performance in many different sports.

How is this different from conventional mouthguards?

Conventional mouthguards are ONLY meant to protect a person from injury to their teeth. No attention is paid to how a person’s lower jaw contacts it. The resulting jaw position is often very strained and can hinder an athlete’s upper body strength, balance, flexibility, and range of motion. The traditional “boil and bite” mouthguards actually can place a person into an even more strained posture than with no mouthguard at all. The arbitrary bite that these appliances place an athlete into can reduce their body’s efficiency resulting in poorer performance.

The Pure Power Edge and Pure Power Mouthguard are orthopedic jaw positioning appliances, not mouthguards. Although, they can serve to protect an athlete against dental trauma and concussions, their primary function is to place a person into his/her most relaxed and idealized jaw position. When a person’s jaw is in its most ideal, muscularly comfortable position, the upper cervical spine is in perfect alignment and the upper torso muscles will function at their maximum potential. With the body working at this increased efficiency, an athlete will experience an increase in balance, flexibility, strength, and range of motion. This is based completely on science.

How is a person’s optimal jaw position found?

Drs. Doolin and Haddad are certified Pure Power Mouth Guard™ dentists who are able to determine your best possible jaw position through computerized tracking of your jaw and using a TENS machine (Transcutaneous Electro Neural Stimulation) to relax your facial muscles.

The TENS machine helps to relax your facial and jaw muscles allowing them to assume their most balanced, non-stressed posture. Then with computerized jaw tracking and measuring of your muscle activity, Drs Doolin and Haddad will determine your proper jaw position, based solely on your own body’s physiology. Your PPM™ is fitted returning your muscles to this optimal position when the appliance is in your mouth. When your PPM™ is in and your jaw is in its optimal position, the muscles surrounding the area are no longer stressed, giving you a comfortable bite, improved balance, and increased upper body strength.

What is the difference between the Pure Power Edge and the Pure Power Mouthguard?

Pure Power EdgeThere are two versions of Pure Power Appliances. Your doctor creates an appliance designed for non-impact sports like baseball, golf, soccer, and weight lifting that is worn on the lower jaw. This is called the Pure Power Edge (Displayed on the left). This device is also used while training for impact sports, because it is less cumbersome than the upper appliance PPM. Drs Doolin and Haddad will determine your proper jaw position, based solely on your own body’s physiology. Your Pure Power Edge is fitted returning your muscles to this optimal position when the appliance is in your mouth. When your PPM™ is in and your jaw is in its optimal position, the muscles surrounding the area are no longer stressed, giving you a comfortable bite, improved balance, and increased upper body strength.

The Pure Power MouthguardThe second type of appliance, called the Pure Power Mouthguard (Displayed on the right), is designed for impact sports like football, hockey, lacrosse and the martial arts, and protects against impact trauma to the teeth and concussion injuries. While protecting your teeth and jaw, it is also designed to hold your jaw in its most relaxed and comfortable position, allowing your upper torso muscles to work at their maximum potential, resulting in increases in range of motion, flexibility, and strength.

Neuromuscular dentistry is area of dentistry that strives to alleviate headaches, neck and shoulder pain, jaw pain, clicking or popping noises of the jaw, and ringing of the ears by achieving better alignment of the jaw. Misalignment of the bite is known as “malocclusion” and can be very painful. Neuromuscular dentistry focuses on the connection between jaw muscles and joints and your posture.

If you have been diagnosed with temporomandibular joint disorder (TMD), then you are very familiar with the above-mentioned painful symptoms and you have known, perhaps, decades of painful jaw movement. Now, there is another treatment option available to you.

Dr. Kurt Doolin and Dr. Jeff Haddad are certified Pure Power Mouth Guard™ dentists who are able to determine your best possible jaw position using computerized tracking of your jaw with a TENS machine (Transcutaneous Electro Neural Stimulation).

To learn more about the PPM™, please contact our Rochester, Michigan dental office (North of Detroit) today to schedule your initial consultation.

What is involved with a smile makeover?

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Like so many of today’s families, yours is probably a very busy one. Sometimes, taking care of ourselves gets pushed to the background to make room for so many other responsibilities. Then one day, you catch a glimpse of yourself in the mirror, and it is immediately evident that you’ve been neglecting a few things. Would you be surprised to know that going to the dentist is one of those things?

It’s true. Going to the dentist for regular care, or perhaps for a complete Smile Makeover, is sometimes sent to the bottom of the list. But taking care of yourself is one of the best ways to take care of those you love, right? Let’s find out more about a Smile Makeover to see if it can put the spring back in your step.

A Smile Makeover encompasses a wide variety of dental treatments, designed to fix several issues at once and provide you with a celebrity-worthy smile. Whether you’re unhappy with the shape of your teeth, the size of your gums, gaps, crooked teeth, uneven teeth, or stained teeth, the Smile Makeover can fix all those issues and more, using such advanced dental technologies as:

Best of all, cost is not a factor that will hold you back from achieving the perfect smile, because very affordable financing is available to make your dream come true.

Isn’t it time you did something for yourself? The experienced and professional team at Rochester Advanced Dentistry is interested in getting to know you- your dental health and your goals- and devising the comprehensive, customized treatment plan that works for you and you alone. Find out how a Smile Makeover can help you begin a whole new phase of your life. Please contact Rochester Advanced Dentistry today to begin your journey to a gorgeous new smile!