Posted Thursday, August 9, 2007 by
Dean Stratman
We had a discussion at the dental office today about cosmetic dentistry. The question that was posed was to decide what procedure we considered to be the "most" cosmetic. Some of the staff said veneers, some said teeth whitening, but I stated that dentures were possibly the highest form of cosmetic dentistry. Think about it, after severe decay, dental infection, gum disease, trauma,......fabricating a denture gives the dental patient a whole new smile! So I still contend that dentistry's ultimate form of cosmetic dentistry may be dentures..........and maybe some dental implants to hold them in!
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Posted Wednesday, August 8, 2007 by
Dean Stratman
Today having a brite smile is EASY! Go to the dentist and ask for cosmetic teeth whitening. The most conservative form of cosmetic dentistry is tooth whitening. One short hour at the dental office can yield up to 8 shades of whitening. At Comfort Dental, www.yousleepwework.com, we use the Zoom 2 teeth whitening system. We believe it is simply the BEST! Give it a try.
Posted Wednesday, August 8, 2007 by
Dean Stratman
How many times a day does the family dentist hear this? This one statement shows that Americans are brought up learning that going to the dental office is a "bad" experience. At Comfort Dental, we strive to end that learned fear as quickly as possible. We try to make each visit to the dental office as uneventful as possible. With advances in sedation dentistry, even the most fearful dental patients can enjoy their trip for dental care. From laughing gas to oral sedation to general anesthesia, sedation dentistry can be the right move for every patient. Whether it is tooth whitening or wisdomn tooth removal, you don't have to "hate" the dentist anymore.
Posted Monday, August 6, 2007 by
Dean Stratman
At Comfort Dental, oral sedation dentistry is an everyday occurence. Many dental procedures are performed under the use of oral sedation. Dr. Stratman was trained at the Dental Organization for Conscious Sedation. For more information on sedation dentistry, click here
Posted Monday, August 6, 2007 by
Dean Stratman
Can you believe that in Anderson, Indiana you can visit the dentist and get the latest cosmetic dental procedures? Yes, its true. At Comfort Dental you can get the popular Lumineers. Lumineers are the ultra thin porcelain veneers which are the cosmetic dentistry buzz word in every dental office around the country. The procedure can usually be completed with no numbing and no drilling, although some patients choose sedation dentistry to get through the dental visit. For more information on Lumineers please visit http://www.cerinate.com/html/what_are/index.html
Posted Sunday, August 5, 2007 by
Dean Stratman
Many of my dental patients select laughing gas as a form of sedation dentistry. It rarely makes a patient laugh, contrary to the name. The nitrous oxide usually makes the dental appointment very calm. My dental patient who use laughing gas typically use it for all appointments from teeth whitening to dental implants. It is also the most affordable.
Posted Sunday, August 5, 2007 by
Dean Stratman
At Comfort Dental of Anderson, we offer sedation services for many different situations. The majority of our patients select oral sedation, however, a growing number of patients are selecting IV Sedation or even General Anesthesia, both offered by an anesthesiologist. The anesthesiologist comes into the office on an as-needed basis. If a patient requests IV or General Anesthesia, then the doctor is contacted. The doctor will need a complete medical history as well as a consultation with your primary care physician if you have a complicated medical history. IV Sedation is an excellent choice for dental procedures such as dental implants, wisdom teeth removal, cosmetic dentistry and any comprehensive dental surgery. Sedation dentistry makes going to the dental office for dental care a piece of cake! If you have any questions regarding sedation dentistry, feel free to contact our dental office at drdean@yousleepwework.com.
Posted Friday, August 3, 2007 by
Dean Stratman
Our morning patient was concerned about having his wisdom teeth removed. The patient thought he would be too nervous to sit through the dental surgery appointment. I recommended sedation dentistry for his concerns. The dental patient was given a single pill to place under his tongue. The tasteless medicine soon dissolved and the patient was prepared for his dental surgery appointment. He was able to relax and tolerated the dental care very well. After the removal of the wisdom teeth, the patient asked when we would start the dental procedure! He didn't realize that we were already done! Sedation dental care makes going to the dentist a whole lot easier!
Posted Friday, August 3, 2007 by
Dean Stratman
I just delivered eight Empress anterior crowns. It was a great example of quality cosmetic dentistry! They looked better than real. The patient was ecstatic! The results of the cosmetic dental care prompted the patient to schedule her entire family for a visit to our dental office.
Posted Friday, August 3, 2007 by
Dean Stratman
When all else fails for dental care, try articaine. Whether its dental implants, wisdom teeth removal or cosmetic dentistry; at my dental office we use articaine for the quickest and most profound LA.
Posted Thursday, August 2, 2007 by
Matthew Church
Patients can be sedated for dental care. There are broken-down smiles getting worse all because fear of the dentist. But once they get comfortable with sedation dentistry they are on there way to a healthy smile.
Using Halcion is my favorite type of dental sedation. I have the patient arrive at the dental office one hour before his/her dental care appointment. We then administer one halcion pill and to ensure safety, we place the patient on a monitor called a pulse oximeter which measure heart rate, blood oxygen levels and blood pressure. Within a half hour the patient starts to understand why we call it sedation dentistry. They become very relaxed and some people even fall asleep during the dental care. The greatest benefit from this drug is most patients do not remember anything about the dental care or even the dental office itself.
For the dentophobic, sedation dentistry is the way to go. Check out www.sedationdocs.com.
Using Halcion is my favorite type of dental sedation. I have the patient arrive at the dental office one hour before his/her dental care appointment. We then administer one halcion pill and to ensure safety, we place the patient on a monitor called a pulse oximeter which measure heart rate, blood oxygen levels and blood pressure. Within a half hour the patient starts to understand why we call it sedation dentistry. They become very relaxed and some people even fall asleep during the dental care. The greatest benefit from this drug is most patients do not remember anything about the dental care or even the dental office itself.
For the dentophobic, sedation dentistry is the way to go. Check out www.sedationdocs.com.
Posted Thursday, August 2, 2007 by
Matthew Church
Dental Implants replace lost or missing teeth. Dental Implants are precision-crafted pieces of titanium that are surgically placed beneath the gums to fuse to the jawbone. Dental Implants in effect are artificial tooth roots, to which a new tooth is attached. At Comfort Dental of Anderson, we use Dental Implants to replace one or more missing teeth, to support non-removable permanent bridges for multiple teeth, or to better support a full or partial denture. Dental Implants can be placed with the patient awake however, many patients prefer to have the Dental surgery done with sedation dentistry. In general, patients are amazed the day after the leave the dentist office there is little or no pain. Like natural teeth, Dental Implants require normal dental care (brushing flossing) and regular visits the your dental office or dental clinic.
Posted Thursday, August 2, 2007 by
Matthew Church
Veneers are probably the most aesthetically pleasing cosmetic dentistry option to shape up your smile. They are ultra thin, custom made laminates that are fixed directly to the teeth. They are a great durable option for changing the size, shape, position and color of teeth.
Veneers are used to close gaps, straighten teeth, replace worn edges, or resurface discolored teeth. The best candidates for all veneers are people whose teeth are healthy and free of decay and gum disease.
Veneers are used to close gaps, straighten teeth, replace worn edges, or resurface discolored teeth. The best candidates for all veneers are people whose teeth are healthy and free of decay and gum disease.
Posted Wednesday, August 1, 2007 by
Dean Stratman
Many patients are asking about the new ultra thin cosmetic dental veneers. We have been placing these thin veneers for about 18 months. This procedure lends itself to very conservative cosmetic dental care. Patients at our dental practice are very happy with the results! Many of the patients will start the process with cosmetic teeth whitening to get the rest of the teeth to a lighter shade that we can then match the new cosmetic dental veneers to. Occasionally, patients will request sedation dentistry for the procedure, but it is not required. The cosmetic procedure is very uninvasive and more times than not, doesn't even reqire dental numbing! Cosmetic dental veneers can also be placed in conjunction with dental implants or any other family dental procedures.
Posted Saturday, July 28, 2007 by
Dean Stratman
I have recently been asked if it is safe to have all 4 wisdom teeth out at the same time. Most people prefer to have all 4 wisdom teeth removed at the same appointment. The risk of adverse side effects, like dry socket, obviously goes up with multiple extractions, however, it is generally very safe to have all wisdom teeth removed at the same setting. Usually the adverse side effects can be reduced or eliminated completely just by following the post operative instructions given at the appointment. Most of my patients choose to have all 4 wisdom teeth removed at the same time with the aid of sedation dentistry.
Posted Thursday, July 26, 2007 by
Dean Stratman
A visit to the dental office can yield some very valuable information. Go visit many dental clinics or dental offices to see what each has to offer. Does the dentist do sedation dentistry? Does the dentist offer wisdom teeth removal? Is the practice focused on cosmetic dentistry or dental implants? It is important to feel comfortable at a dental office with the cleanliness of the facility. If you are not happy and comfortable, keep searching until you find the family dentst that is right for you!
Posted Thursday, July 26, 2007 by
Dean Stratman
At Comfort Dental of Anderson we strive to make each dental care visit special. From painless injections to high quality cosmetic dentistry our dentists strive for perfection. Our office is equipped with a special dental surgery suite in which procedures like dental implants and wisdom teeth removal take place. Most of our patients also elect to use some form of sedation dentistry. We offer all phases of family dentistry as well as cosmetic dentistry and implant dentistry. If you are looking for a dental office that will fulfill you dental care needs, try Comfort Dental.
Posted Thursday, July 26, 2007 by
Dean Stratman
Dental care can be very nerve racking for most patients. Dr. Stratman usually suggests that patients consider the various forms of sedation for their dental care. Forms of sedation dentistry offered at Comfort Dental of Anderson include laughing gas, oral sedation and iv sedation. Most patients having dental treatment for the removal of wisdom teeth and the placement of dental implants usually select oral sedation or iv sedation. The iv sedation offered at Comfort Dental is administered by Dr. Leo Patron. Dr. Patron is a seasoned anesthesiologist. Some patients having treatment as minor as cosmetic tooth whitening may still decide on sedation. At Comfort Dental, its YOUR choice!
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