Clear Orthodontic Aligners

A few of my patients have expressed interest in straightening their teeth, but do not want the traditional wires and brackets of the traditional orthodontic treatment. Although, clear orthodontic aligners have limitations that are limited to 1.crowded upper arch 2.upper arch spacing 3.rotated upper incisor 4.crowded lower arch 5.generalized lower spacing 6.and trapped lower lateral....use of the aligners are quite successful when worn for the proper time recommendations.
The all-new Simpli5 is your fast and simple aligner system for minor-to-moderate anterior crowding or spacing. Simpli5 consists of up to five sequential trays for dual- and single-arch cases. Each tray generates up to 1/2mm of movement, or 5mm overall for a dual arch case.
I have had wonderful results for my patients that have undergone this treatment modality and you might be a candidate if your teeth are comparable to the pictures in my orthodontic examples. Please give us a call at 949-551-5600 for an evaluation. All the best, Xerxez.

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Nitrous sedation - relaxing dentistry

If you are someone who fears going to the dentist, then nitrous sedation might be something that can help you transition from that fear that keeps you from getting regular dental care. Nitrous oxide is mixed with oxygen in a safe combination so that you can relax during your dental procedures. Nitrous oxide is a gas that you inhale through a nose-piece while routine dental procedures are performed. It has no lasting effects when you stop inhaling the gas and usually takes about 10 minutes of breathing regular oxygen and air to get back to your normal daily routine. Couple this with your favorite music while listening to your ipod and you will find an effective way to get relaxing dentistry done.
Hope this helps. Give us a call at 949-551-5600 if you have any questions regarding this safe and effective procedure to help with your fear of dentistry.
All the best,
Xerxez

Dentures - Making the decision

Choosing to have a complete denture whether for upper or lower teeth or both is a difficult one to make. There are psychological factors that can prohibit you to make this decision. The fear that our friends and family may judge us differently if they see you in dentures and just the overall association of dentures with aging may delay us in making the proper decision for our health.
Joe is a patient of mine and he has been struggling with his dental health and poor chewing ability. He has a great set of lower teeth, but his upper teeth have not fared well. Most of his teeth on the top were loose and a few were infected to the point where his overall health was suffering. He experienced lots of fatigue and uneasiness when eating. He also had some alignment issues on his teeth where he had gaps in the front teeth and he also had an overbite that he wanted corrected.
I assured him that we would be able to address all his concerns. t
The day came when we had to remove the remaining 8 teeth that was in his upper jaw. I asked him if he was ready emotionally to have this procedure done. At first he said he was ready... but he paused for a moment and weighed the pros and cons of the procedures but finally decided that his health and well being was more important than any perceived emotional barriers.
He left that day with a new set of dentures placed immediately after the removal of the bad teeth.
Its been one week now and every time I see him he smiles more and more. He reports that the best thing is his wife smiles and stares at him all the time. He even reports to have had an increase in self-confidence because he does not have to worry about his smile.
One interesting thing he mentioned that before his dentures, he really did not like to talk to people and stay for long conversations. He says that his bad teeth and his self-consciousness may have prevented him from being more social with people.
He wanted me to share his story with others thinking about making the decision to have dentures. He said that for him, it definitely was the right choice.
Thanks Joe for letting me share your story. All the best to you and your new found confidence and smile!
Xerxez