Time For A Whiter, Brighter Smile?
The number of Americans on a quest for whiter teeth has skyrocketed over the last few years. A recent survey found that 80 percent of adults aged 18 to 49 said that they would like to have whiter, bright teeth. Over the past five years, the demand for tooth bleaching has increased by more than 300 percent. New technology is being perfected to meet that demand.
In the past, tooth-whitening products consisted of mild abrasives and detergents that were designed to scour the teeth and remove stains from the surface. Today, professional whitening techniques go to work on the tooth structure itself, using peroxide to oxidize and decolorize gray and yellow tooth pigments.
The oldest method of tooth lightening at home is the "nightguard" technique. A custom-fitted plastic mold is filled with a peroxide solution that stays on the teeth overnight. Results are often mixed. Some teeth that are gray or grayish brown do not lighten as well as those that are yellow or yellowish brown. Stains caused by tobacco smoke, coffee, and red wine also require more time to lighten. The effects are always temporary.
At our office, a single treatment with a high concentration of hydrogen peroxide, coupled with a special light or laser, offers accelerated tooth whitening. The two main options for this type of whitening are Zoom and Sapphire Whitening. Both are very similar in that they both utilize a light to activate the whitening bleach and are completed in about an hour. We also offer KOR deep bleaching which will get even the darkest teeth their lightest!
Patients should note that whitening techniques do not change the color of crowns, caps, or fillings. If these dental restorations are visible, we will be happy to discuss all of your options with you.
If you're new to our office, we offer free teeth whitening to all new patients after their initial dental hygiene visit. Speak with Amy for details, and call us today at (914) 241-2242 for your complimentary whitening consultation.
Dentist In Mount Kisco NY |Voted Westchester's Top Dentist | www.WestchesterTopDentist.com | (914) 241-2242
Dr. Steven Abel
- Dr. Steven Abel
- Mount Kisco, New York, United States
- Cosmetic smile makeovers, Invisalign, laser, Implants, Lumineers, Snap on Smiles, DaVinci & Mac Veneers, Cerec, periodontal, headache/TMJ therapy, facial pain, snoring/sleep apnea, high speed braces, sedation. He practices an aggressive approach toward treating chronic gum diseases known to be linked with heart disease, diabetes, and other medical problems. He is known as the "doctor's dentist" because so many physicians choose him as their dentist, seeking his expertise in treating both themselves and their families. Member of the NY, CT and American Dental Associations, the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry, the Academy of General Dentistry, & the American Academy of Dental Sleep Medicine. Dr. Abel has become known in Westchester as the leading cosmetic dentist for people who want to have a radiant smile, look younger & feel better about their teeth. With sedation dentistry, even patients who are very fearful can enjoy a great smile, having years of neglect taken care of, often in one visit while they sleep comfortably. For More Information: www.WestchesterTopDentist.com 103 South Bedford Road Mount Kisco, NY 10549 (914) 241-2242 DrAbelsOffice@aol.com
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Saturday, July 10, 2010
Mount Kisco, NY Dentist Treats Snoring and Sleep Apnea So That You Can Rest Easy
Mount Kisco, NY Dentist Treats Snoring and Sleep Apnea So That You Can Rest Easy.
Have you been told that you snore, or even that you stop breathing at certain times during the night? Do you wake up groggy and stay that way? You may have sleep apnea, a potentially dangerous condition in which breathing repeatedly lapses for 10 seconds or more. At our Mount Kisco, NY practice, Dr. Abel provides comprehensive general, cosmetic, and restorative dentistry to address all of your oral healthcare concerns, including those that relate to snoring and mild sleep apnea. Dr. Abel can prescribe customized night guards, or oral appliances, to regulate the breathing of patients with sleep apnea. Oral appliances position your jaw so the soft tissues normally prone to collapsing and impeding your breathing are kept open throughout the night. You will be able to sleep soundly and awaken refreshed. Left untreated, sleep apnea leaves you vulnerable to a greater risk of heart disease, stroke, weight gain, and premature death. Once sleep apnea is under control with the use of an oral appliance, these serious risks are minimized. That’s a relief for you and your loved ones.
Dr. Abel works closely with local physicians certified in Sleep Medicine as well as local sleep centers to assure you receive the best care possible.
A Common Condition
An estimated 12 to 20 million Americans suffer some form of sleep apnea. Many factors contribute to the condition, including:
• Relaxed air passageways that impede airflow
• The tongue falling back to block the throat
• Narrowed anatomical structures
• Obesity
When air passages become blocked, your brain senses lack of oxygen and tells the body to breathe. As air forces its way through narrowed passageways, the sound we call snoring occurs. Not all snorers have sleep apnea, but for those who do, snoring may be a primary symptom. Sufferers awaken after a night’s sleep feeling as if they didn’t sleep at all, and experience daytime lethargy and irritability. You may experience memory loss, and notice your overall health worsen. People with sleep apnea are also at increased risk of driving- and work-related accidents.
Diagnosis & Treatment
Dr.Abel will perform a comprehensive snoring/sleep apnea assessment, and may refer you to a lab for a sleep study. Countless snorers and sleep apnea patients experience relief with oral appliance therapy. A custom-fitted, acrylic mouth guard can be the key to achieving the deep sleep you and your household may have been missing. This service is often covered by medical insurance.
Get the restorative slumber you deserve. Call our Mount Kisco office at (914) 241-2242 to schedule a snoring and sleep apnea evaluation with Dr. Abel.
Have you been told that you snore, or even that you stop breathing at certain times during the night? Do you wake up groggy and stay that way? You may have sleep apnea, a potentially dangerous condition in which breathing repeatedly lapses for 10 seconds or more. At our Mount Kisco, NY practice, Dr. Abel provides comprehensive general, cosmetic, and restorative dentistry to address all of your oral healthcare concerns, including those that relate to snoring and mild sleep apnea. Dr. Abel can prescribe customized night guards, or oral appliances, to regulate the breathing of patients with sleep apnea. Oral appliances position your jaw so the soft tissues normally prone to collapsing and impeding your breathing are kept open throughout the night. You will be able to sleep soundly and awaken refreshed. Left untreated, sleep apnea leaves you vulnerable to a greater risk of heart disease, stroke, weight gain, and premature death. Once sleep apnea is under control with the use of an oral appliance, these serious risks are minimized. That’s a relief for you and your loved ones.
Dr. Abel works closely with local physicians certified in Sleep Medicine as well as local sleep centers to assure you receive the best care possible.
A Common Condition
An estimated 12 to 20 million Americans suffer some form of sleep apnea. Many factors contribute to the condition, including:
• Relaxed air passageways that impede airflow
• The tongue falling back to block the throat
• Narrowed anatomical structures
• Obesity
When air passages become blocked, your brain senses lack of oxygen and tells the body to breathe. As air forces its way through narrowed passageways, the sound we call snoring occurs. Not all snorers have sleep apnea, but for those who do, snoring may be a primary symptom. Sufferers awaken after a night’s sleep feeling as if they didn’t sleep at all, and experience daytime lethargy and irritability. You may experience memory loss, and notice your overall health worsen. People with sleep apnea are also at increased risk of driving- and work-related accidents.
Diagnosis & Treatment
Dr.Abel will perform a comprehensive snoring/sleep apnea assessment, and may refer you to a lab for a sleep study. Countless snorers and sleep apnea patients experience relief with oral appliance therapy. A custom-fitted, acrylic mouth guard can be the key to achieving the deep sleep you and your household may have been missing. This service is often covered by medical insurance.
Get the restorative slumber you deserve. Call our Mount Kisco office at (914) 241-2242 to schedule a snoring and sleep apnea evaluation with Dr. Abel.
Friday, July 9, 2010
How Diabetes Affects Your Dental Care
How Does Diabetes Affect Your Dental Care?
Did you know that diabetes is a disease that can affect the whole body, including your mouth? Periodic dental care is necessary for people with diabetes because they face a higher than normal risk of oral health problems due to poorly controlled blood sugars. The less controlled your blood sugar is, the more likely dental problems will arise. Here's why: Uncontrolled diabetes impairs white blood cells, which are the body's main defense against bacterial infections that can occur in the mouth.
Another complication of diabetes, besides impairing white blood cells, is that it causes your blood vessels to thicken, which slows the flow of nutrients to (and waste products from) body tissues, including the mouth. When this combination of events happens, the body's ability to fight infections is reduced. Since periodontal disease is a bacterial infection, diabetics may experience more frequent and more severe gum disease.
The "Closed Loop" Between
Dental Care And Diabetes
A recent report from the U.S. Surgeon General outlined the direct connections between gum diseases and dental care and diabetes. First, the evidence clearly shows that gum disease occurs more than twice as often in people with diabetes as for non-diabetics, and that it is much harder for diabetics to control.
Second, diabetes can aggravate, worsen and accelerate gum disease -- which in turn, makes it more difficult to control blood sugar levels. Gum disease includes infections, which can increase your body's resistance to insulin and make your diabetes increasingly difficult to control. An enemy of blood sugar control is gum disease. An enemy of healthy gums and teeth is uncontrolled blood sugar levels: "The Closed Loop".
Contact Westchester Dental Care Today
We are the Dentist for Diabetics in Westchester County
If you are the kind of person who accepts responsibility for your health and your life, then you want to avail yourself of every 'weapon' available in your fight with diabetes. Take advantage of our FREE EXAM offer. It's the responsible thing to do. You'll be glad you did. Westchester Dental Care isn't just about dental care. It's about peace of mind.
Remember: There is a solution for every dental problem!
Don't Keep Us A Secret!
If you like the quality information found here, please tell your family members and friends who are also diabetics. Please drop them an email about our facebook page or our website at: www.WestchesterTopDentist.com .
Thanks for spreading the word and we really do appreciate it!
Did you know that diabetes is a disease that can affect the whole body, including your mouth? Periodic dental care is necessary for people with diabetes because they face a higher than normal risk of oral health problems due to poorly controlled blood sugars. The less controlled your blood sugar is, the more likely dental problems will arise. Here's why: Uncontrolled diabetes impairs white blood cells, which are the body's main defense against bacterial infections that can occur in the mouth.
Another complication of diabetes, besides impairing white blood cells, is that it causes your blood vessels to thicken, which slows the flow of nutrients to (and waste products from) body tissues, including the mouth. When this combination of events happens, the body's ability to fight infections is reduced. Since periodontal disease is a bacterial infection, diabetics may experience more frequent and more severe gum disease.
The "Closed Loop" Between
Dental Care And Diabetes
A recent report from the U.S. Surgeon General outlined the direct connections between gum diseases and dental care and diabetes. First, the evidence clearly shows that gum disease occurs more than twice as often in people with diabetes as for non-diabetics, and that it is much harder for diabetics to control.
Second, diabetes can aggravate, worsen and accelerate gum disease -- which in turn, makes it more difficult to control blood sugar levels. Gum disease includes infections, which can increase your body's resistance to insulin and make your diabetes increasingly difficult to control. An enemy of blood sugar control is gum disease. An enemy of healthy gums and teeth is uncontrolled blood sugar levels: "The Closed Loop".
Contact Westchester Dental Care Today
We are the Dentist for Diabetics in Westchester County
If you are the kind of person who accepts responsibility for your health and your life, then you want to avail yourself of every 'weapon' available in your fight with diabetes. Take advantage of our FREE EXAM offer. It's the responsible thing to do. You'll be glad you did. Westchester Dental Care isn't just about dental care. It's about peace of mind.
Remember: There is a solution for every dental problem!
Don't Keep Us A Secret!
If you like the quality information found here, please tell your family members and friends who are also diabetics. Please drop them an email about our facebook page or our website at: www.WestchesterTopDentist.com .
Thanks for spreading the word and we really do appreciate it!
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