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May 16, 2012
admin @ 6:37 pm
Poorly-fitting dentures can cause a wide range of problems, both functional and cosmetic. These include difficulty speaking, difficulty chewing certain kinds of foods, dry mouth, excess saliva, wrinkles and/or facial sagging, and soreness inside or at the corners of the mouth.
With all these potential complications, it’s not surprising that many people want a better solution. The good news is that patients can replace missing teeth permanently and reliably with dental implants.
Dental implants are an ultra-secure tooth replacement solution that Dr. Gasper offers in our Colorado Springs practice. If you are missing teeth, dental implants will restore lost oral function and aesthetics, and with proper care, they can last a lifetime.
We have invested in the advanced technology of coDiagnostiX® CT scans and 3D software. With the coDiagnostiX system, Dr. Gasper can plan a computer-guided implant process that is more precise than ever. The resulting implant placement procedure is highly accurate and minimally invasive, which is an immense benefit for our patients’ overall oral health in the short-term and for many years to come.
Learn more.
Call Aesthetic Dentistry by Design for consultation. 719-599-0700
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May 10, 2012
admin @ 9:17 am
According to Arthritis Today, one of the best weapons against the swollen, painful joints that characterize rheumatoid arthritis (RA) may just be the dentist’s chair.
Researchers at Case Western Reserve University in Cleveland, Ohio, split 40 people with severe RA into two groups: One was given a “deep” nonsurgical dental cleaning, in which bacteria are scraped from the root surface and from under the gum line and tartar is removed from the teeth. The other group got instructions from a dentist about how to keep their teeth clean at home.
Within six weeks, the group that had the professional cleaning had significantly less pain and morning stiffness and fewer swollen and painful joints than the group that cleaned their teeth at home. Even more impressive, researchers found that the deep cleaning actually decreased levels of tumor necrosis factor-alpha, an inflammatory protein in the blood that triggers inflammation.
Regular visits to a periodontist , such as Dr. James Orban at Aesthetic Dentistry by Design, can provide advanced periodontal treatment can help keep periodontal disease under control, and perhaps minimize some of the symptoms of arthritis as well.
Additionally, arthritis patients who have difficulty taking care of their oral health, power toothbrushes and an AirFloss have proven to be extremely helpful for arthritis sufferers with limited manual dexterity.
Aesthetic Dentistry by Design provides the Sonicare toothbrushes, which drives fluid deep between the teeth and along the gum line, for a difference you can see and feel.
Additionally, Sonicare AirFloss cleans the entire mouth in just 60 seconds and is far easier to use than regular floss.
Aesthetic Dentistry by Design is located in Colorado Springs.
Please call 719-599-0700 for your periodontal appointment.
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May 9, 2012
May 8, 2012
admin @ 9:27 am
Glow Mama Glow!
Treat mom to a relaxing, rejuvenating Vitamin C Facial that will leave her feeling like a new woman. The Vitamin C facial restores luminosity and reveals a glowing, dewy complexion. This 60 Minute Relaxing Facial Includes Cleansing,Customized Exfoliation, Extractions, and Vitamin C Treatment.
Mom and Me
Enjoy a treatment with mom! This package includes two exfoliation treatments accompanied with a hydrating mask, two paraffin hand treatments as will as tea for two.
Series
Treat mom to a series of 5 facial or lash treatments and receive the 6th treatment free.
Lush Lashes
Give mom relaxation with results! Mom will drift away as lash extensions are applied on a lash by lash basis. These luscious lashes add natural length and volume to the lashes and open the eyes, creating a more youthful appearance. When the treatment is complete, mom will feel like sleeping beauty when she awakes to her beautiful, refreshed look.
Receive $50 off Mom’s first full set of Natural Lash Extensions.
Meet our esthetician, Kristen Balyeat.
Please call the spa at 719-599-0700 for your appointment.
The Works $290
(Includes 20% discount on the SkinCeuticals products)
$50 Gift Card Towards Filler or Botox
1 SkinCeuticals Alpha Beta Rejuvenation Facial
1 SkinCeuticals CE Ferulic (Proven to combat Infrared Radiation damage, a major cause of photoaging.)
1 SkinCeuticals Sunscreen
Skin Tapas $290
(Includes 20% discount on the SkinCeuticals products)
1 Complimentary Skin Analysis
1 SkinCeuticals Vitamin C Facial
1 CE Ferulic (Proven to combat Infrared Radiation damage, a major cause of photoaging.)
1 AGE Interrupter (Helps with creping skin.)
Skin Starters $175
(Includes 20% discount on the SkinCeuticals products)
1 Complimentary Skin Analysis
1 Mini-SkinCeuticals Rejuvenation Facial
1 CE Ferulic (Proven to combat Infrared Radiation damage, a major cause of photoaging.)
Meet our esthetician, Kristen Balyeat.
Please call the spa at 719-599-0700 for your appointment.
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May 7, 2012
admin @ 8:31 am
OSA, or Obstructive Sleep Apnea is a sleep disorder where the patient is unable to breathe normally, because the upper airways are obstructed by the soft tissue in the mouth (especially by the tongue).
The main symptom of sleep apnea is that the patient takes pauses/breaks during the breathing cycle several times per night. One such pause in the breathing cycle can take even up to 30 or 40 seconds.
The blood oxygen saturation of the entire organism is reduced, and this can easily have severe complications for the overall health. According to statistics, about 1 in 8 Americans are struggling with obstructive sleep apnea.
Until now, the most common treatment was represented by the CPAP (Continuous positive air pressure), which is a ventilation/breathing therapy. The good news is that now is that dentists can create a special oral appliances, which are fitted into the mouth, so that the patient can breathe naturally all throughout the night, and is not disturbed by apnea.
Dr. Ken Gasper of Aesthetic Dentistry by Design prefers the appliance made by SomnoMed, called the SomnoDent MAS. This device positions the jaw forward so the airway stays open while you sleep. Since it’s made of flexible acrylic, the SomnoDent MAS is comfortable and gentle on sensitive oral tissues, and provides an excellent fit.
Learn more.
Call 719-5990700 for your consultation.
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May 4, 2012
admin @ 9:01 am
Any of these toothpaste and/or floss flavors featured here appeal to you?
Indian curry
Cola
Creamsicle
Cupcake (floss)
Pork
Rasberry Mint (mouthwash)
Fennel
Bacon (floss)
Cranberry (floss)
Double Bubble
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April 25, 2012
admin @ 9:48 am
Are you hurting instead of helping your teeth when you brush? YouBeauty.com pinpoints common brushing mistakes—and how to protect your pearly whites.
You don’t brush long enough
Most dentists recommend brushing for two or three minutes, but few people ever make it to that. To go the distance, bring an egg timer into the bathroom and set it for two or three minutes before you get started, or use an electric toothbrush (like Sonicare) with a two-minute timer.
You’re not watching what you’re doing
Make a point to look in the mirror while you brush your teeth and see where the brush is actually going. It’s easy to miss the area right at the gum line, which is the most important part. That’s where plaque, tartar and bacteria can build up.
Your technique needs a major makeover
Hold the brush so the bristles are at a 45-degree angle to the surface of the teeth and brush in small circles. Focus on a few teeth at once, then move on to the next set, continuing around from one side to the other, top and bottom, front and back. It’s okay to brush in straight lines on the chewing surfaces. After completing your circles, brush away from the gum line to clear off loosened plaque and bacteria.
You’re brushing too hard
The chances of enamel breakage are greater when you brush too hard. And if you have a tendency to clench or grind, the stakes get even higher. Those habits combined with hard sideways brushing can cause notches near the gum line called abfraction lesions. With continued pressure, they can deepen into the tooth’s inner dentin and cementum layers. What’s more, aggressive brushing can be traumatic for sensitive gums, causing irritation and recession.
You’re using the wrong brush
Be sure to buy soft or ultrasoft brushes to minimize damage. Better yet, Sonicare toothbrushes, available at Aesthetic Dentistry by Design, have a patented dynamic cleaning action, which drives fluid deep between the teeth and along the gum line, for a difference you can see and feel.
You have the wrong toothpaste
Baking soda toothpastes are good at getting stains out because they are abrasive — but that also means they’re hard on enamel. Any toothpaste that’s approved by the ADA (American Dental Association) is good, unless you have cold sensitivity or more susceptible to decay, we can prescribe a prescription-strength toothpaste for you!
You’re failing at flossing
Mainly because many patients don’t do it.
When flossing use a piece of floss approx 12-18 inches, wrapping the floss gently around your middle finger use your index finger and thumb to guide the floss in between your teeth and into your gums until the tissues stop you.
Gently curve your floss in a “C” shape and move the floss up and down several times to remove plaque & debris.
As you move the floss from one tooth to another use a fresh section each time. Floss at least once a day.
You don’t rinse after
Rinsing afterward is a key step to make sure that bacteria leave your mouth for good.
Aesthetic Dentistry by Design 719-599-0700
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admin @ 8:52 am
The American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry has released the findings of an important study on the most oral health friendly foods.
Here are some of the most important foods that help keeping both gums and teeth healthy:
1. Basil
It helps reducing the bacteria film in the mouth, and this wonder culinary herb also acts as a natural antibiotic
2. Broccoli
By eating broccoli, there will be an anti-acid film formed on the surface of the teeth. Therefore, broccoli is extremely helpful in preventing dental erosion. Patients with acid reflux for example, who are at great risk of dental erosion complications, could eat more broccoli for better erosion prevention.
3. Cheese
Is an important diary product, which helps neutralizing the bacteria in the mouth, and thus it prevents tooth decay. Eating a few bites of cheese after meals can play a great role in preventing dental caries and the formation of the harmful bacteria in the mouth.
4. Ginger
Has anti inflammatory properties, and helps maintaining in good health the tissues in your mouth
5. Lemon
Besides the fact that lemon is packed with precious Vitamin C, which is important for oral and overall health, the lemon also acts as a natural tooth whitener.
6. Pineapple
People with the dry mouth syndrome should eat more pineapple, because it helps boosting the amount of saliva in the mouth. This precious fruit also contains a special ingredient called Bromelain, which helps greatly with the mouth tissue healing process.
7. Sea Salt
Especially the Celtic or the Himalayan type of salts, help strengthening the teeth by fusing them with the right amount of minerals.
8. Sesame Seeds
They act as a natural scrubbing agent, which will reduce the risk of plaque formation. Moreover, sesame seeds are extremely rich in Calcium, which is important for maintaining teeth healthy and strong.
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April 17, 2012
admin @ 8:31 am
Gum disease affects eight out of ten Americans.
Many people have heard of gingivitis, but few realize that this is the first stage of gum disease. If you notice gums bleeding when you brush or if your gums become tender, red or swollen, you have the early signs of gum disease.
Another word everyone knows is plaque, and they know plaque causes tooth decay, but they don’t know it also creates gum disease and is caused by bacteria.
You can cure gum disease before it’s too late.
For patients who want a non-surgical treatment for gum disease, Dr. Gasper offers Perio Protect, a system that consists of a custom-fabricated tray designed to deliver a medicinal solution deep into your gums. Available after a consultation with Dr. Gasper, Perio Protect offers convenient at-home use.
For most people, it only takes minutes a day using a prescribed solution in a customized tray. This is similar to the trays many people use for teeth whitening and is how to cure gum disease the affordable way.
Learn more.
Please call Aesthetic Dentistry by Design at 719-599-0700 for your appointment.
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April 16, 2012
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