The Dental Implant Experts - Your Downtown Dentistry

Are You A Candidate For Dental Implants?

Whether you are a young, middle-aged or older adult; whether you need to replace one tooth, several teeth, or all your teeth, there is a dental implant solution for you. With the exception of growing children, dental implants are the solution of choice for people of all ages, even those with the following health concerns:

-Existing Medical Conditions. If you can have routine dental treatment, you can generally have an implant placed. While precautions are advisable for certain conditions, patients with such chronic diseases as high blood pressure and diabetes are usually successful candidates for dental implant treatment.
-Gum Disease or Problem Teeth. Almost all implants placed in patients who have lost their teeth to periodontal disease or decay have been successful.
-Currently Wearing Partials or Dentures. Implants can replace removable bridges or dentures, or they can be used to stabilize and secure the denture, making it much more comfortable.
-Smokers. Although smoking lowers the success rate of implants, it doesn’t eliminate the possibility of getting them.
-Bone Loss. Bone loss is not uncommon for people who have lost teeth or had periodontal disease. Oral and maxillofacial surgeons are trained and experienced in grafting bone to safely and permanently secure the implant.

Implant tooth replacement in children is usually deferred until their jaw growth is complete. There are, however, some instances when a dental implant may be appropriate, such as when it is part of the child’s orthodontic treatment plan. Your family dentist or orthodontist can guide you in this instance.

DENTAL IMPLANTS VS CONVENTIONAL DENTURES

Implants can be used to replace one missing tooth so that the replacement looks and feels natural (a). Also, two or more implants can serve as a stable support for the replacement of many teeth (b). Many patients who have selected dental implants describe a quality of life that is much more comfortable and secure than the lifestyle endured by those with fixed bridges or removable dentures. Dentures often make a person feel and look older than they are, cause embarrassment in social situations when they slip and click, and restrict the everyday pleasure of eating comfortably.

When they count the benefits they enjoy as a result of their dental implants, patients say their implants eliminate the day-to-day frustrations and discomfort of ill-fitting dentures. They allow people to enjoy a healthy and varied diet without the restrictions many denture wearers face. With a sense of renewed self-confidence, many people rediscover the excitement of an active lifestyle shared with family and friends and the chance to speak clearly and comfortably with co-workers. For all these reasons, people with dental implants often say they feel better… they look better… they live better.

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Dental Implants From Your Downtown Dentistry

Did you know that dental implants are frequently the best treatment option for replacing missing teeth?

Today there is another option for patients who are missing permanent teeth. Rather than resting on the gum line like removable dentures, or using adjacent teeth as anchors like fixed bridges, dental implants are long-term replacements that your oral and maxillofacial surgeon surgically places in the jawbone. Composed of titanium metal that “fuses” with the jawbone through a process called “osseointegration,” dental implants never slip or make embarrassing noises that advertise the fact that you have “false teeth,” and never decay like teeth anchoring fixed bridges. Because dental implants fuse with the jawbone, bone loss is generally not a problem.

Dental implants are changing the way people live. They are designed to provide a foundation for replacement teeth that look, feel, and function like natural teeth. The person who has lost teeth regains the ability to eat virtually anything, knowing that teeth appear natural and that facial contours will be preserved. Patients with dental implants can smile with confidence.

Dental implants combine the best of modern science and technology, including a team approach spanning several disciplines.
A successful implant requires that all parties involved — the patient; the restorative dentist, who makes the crown for the implant; and the oral and maxillofacial surgeon, who surgically places the implant, follow a careful plan of treatment. All members of the implant team stay in close contact with each other to make sure everyone clearly understands what needs to be done to meet the patient’s expectations.

The team is organized as soon as the decision for placing a dental implant is reached. Following an evaluation that includes a comprehensive examination, x-rays and a consultation with the patient and members of the implant team, the oral and maxillofacial surgeon surgically places the posts, or implants, in the patient’s jaw.

When the implants have stabilized in the jaw, the restorative dentist prepares an impression of the upper and lower jaws. This impression is used to make the model from which the dentures or crowns are created.

The teamwork continues long after the implant and crown have been placed. Follow-up examinations with the oral and maxillofacial surgeon and restorative dentist are critical, and progress is carefully charted. Both the oral and maxillofacial surgeon and the restorative dentist continue to work together to provide the highest level of aftercare.

Our doctor has extensive training in dental implant surgery and is capable of everything from the simple placement of a single implant to comprehensive treatment requiring multiple implants as well as associated grafting and reconstructive techniques.

More importantly, the recipients of those early dental implants are still satisfied they made the right choice. If properly cared for, dental implants can last a lifetime.

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Cosmetic Dentistry From Your Downtown Dentistry

Creating Beautiful Natural Smiles

Dr. Ali Behzadi, DMD is a member of the Florida Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry. He enjoys nothing more than seeing a patient who was self-conscious smile with confidence once again.

Improve Your Smile, Boost Your Confidence
Thanks to modern technology, a smile makeover can often be completed in a few visits. Some fixes to the smile can be accomplished in just one visit!

Dr. Behzadi and Your Downtown Dentistry’s other dentists have many tools at their disposal to give patients lasting and gentle cosmetic solutions that also fit their schedule and budget. Most importantly, they can give a patient confidence in their smile.

New Patient Cosmetic Consultation
The first step in any cosmetic procedure is to do a full examination of your teeth and mouth and then review with you the different options to give you a beautiful smile. Many cosmetic procedures can be done without cutting or with minimal preparation — and affordably, and yet make a tremendous difference to your smile.

To make an appointment, (407) 502-0202 or visit our site and click the appointment button today!

Your downtown Orlando dentist.

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Gum Disease Treated At Your Downtown Dentistry

Periodontitis Experts From Your Orlando Dentist

Periodontics deal in the treatment of your gums as well as the supporting tissues that surround your teeth. Gum disease, also commonly called gingivitis, occurs when bacteria in your mouth inflames the gums causing them to become red and swollen. If left untreated gingivitis can advance into the much more serious periodontitis. Periodontitis causes the inner layer of gum and bone to pull away from teeth forming pockets leading to infection, permanent gum and bone damage, and tooth loss.

Gum disease is the leading cause of tooth loss in adults. The primary cause of gum disease is plaque build up which can be brought on by poor oral hygiene, illness, and habits such as smoking. While symptoms range from severe to mild, there are several warning signs to look out for to determine if you are experiencing gingivitis or periodontitis. Symptoms include:
- Sensitive, red, or swollen gums
- Gums that bleed after tooth brushing
- Loose or shifting teeth
- Pockets between teeth and gums
- Receding gums
- Consistent bad breath or foul taste in mouth
- Difficulty eating

If you begin to experience any of these symptoms, you may need to undergo a periodontical treatment.

-Treatments
There are a wide array of treatments available to you depending on the stage of the disease and your overall health. These treatments range from non surgical therapies that work to control bacteria growth, to reconstructive surgeries that aim at restoring your supportive tissues. To determine which treatment is appropriate for you, please schedule an appointment with one of our specialists.

Treatments include:
1. Professional Dental Cleanings. Professional cleanings are recommended at least twice a year. During a typical check up your dental hygienist will remove the plaque and tartar build up from above and below your dental gum line. If signs of gum disease persist, it may be recommended to have a professional cleaning more often than twice a year.
2. Scaling and Root Planing. This is a deep cleaning, non surgical procedure where plaque and tarter are scraped away from above and below the gum line. Rough spots on the tooth are them made smooth to prevent bacteria from building up again and to provide a clean surface for the gums to reattach to the teeth.
3. Bone Grafts. A surgical procedure that utilizes fragments of your own bone, synthetic bone, or donated bone to replace the bone destroyed by gum disease. These bone grafts provide a platform for regenerative bone growth and restore stability to your teeth
4. Pocket Reduction Surgery. A surgical procedure where the gums are lifted and tarter is removed. Damaged bone is then smoothed to prevent future build up and allow for gum regeneration. Reducing the space between tooth and gum reduces the area where harmful bacteria can grow.
5. Soft Tissue Grafts. By using grafted tissue, most often taken from the roof of the mouth, this procedure is able to reinforce thin or receding gums providing added stability for your teeth.

There are a number of other treatments available to deal with the problems associated with gingivitis and periodontitis.

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Tooth Dacay

 

Tooth decay is the destruction of tooth structure and can affect both the enamel (the outer coating of the tooth) and the dentin layer of the tooth.

Tooth decay occurs when foods containing carbohydrates (sugars and starches), such as breads, cereals, milk, soda, fruits, cakes, or candy are left on the teeth. Bacteria that live in the mouth digest these foods, turning them into acids. The bacteria, acid, food debris, and saliva combine to form plaque, which clings to the teeth. The acids in plaque dissolve the enamel surface of the teeth, creating holes in the teeth called cavities.

To prevent tooth decay:

-Brush your teeth at least twice a day with a fluoride-containing toothpaste. Preferably, brush after each meal and especially before going to bed.
-Clean between your teeth daily with dental floss or interdental cleaners, such as the Oral-B Interdental Brush, Reach Stim-U-Dent, or Sulcabrush.
-Rinse daily with a fluoride-containing mouthwash. Some rinses also have antiseptic ingredients to help kill bacteria that cause plaque.
-Eat nutritious and balanced meals and limit snacks. Avoid carbohydrates such as candy, pretzels and chips, which can remain on the tooth surface. If sticky foods are eaten, brush your teeth soon afterwards.
-Check with your dentist about use of supplemental fluoride, which strengthens your teeth.
-Ask your dentist about dental sealants (a plastic protective coating) applied to the chewing surfaces of your back teeth (molars) to protect them from decay.
-Drink fluoridated water. At least a pint of fluoridated water each day is needed to protect children from tooth decay.
-Visit your dentist regularly for professional cleanings and oral exam.

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Porcelain Veneers

Veneers are the most popular method of improving the look of your smile. Porcelain veneers are translucent, thin laminates specifically made to improve the aesthetics of natural teeth, to correct crowding, or to replace composite bonding.

Veneers can beautify your smile by improving the color and shape of one or more of your teeth. A veneer is a thin shell of porcelain or plastic that’s bonded to a tooth, generally covering only its front and top.

Veneers can be used to close spaces between your teeth, lengthen small or misshapen teeth, or whiten stained teeth. And if your teeth are chipped or beginning to wear, veneers can protect them from damage and restore their original look.

It takes two or more appointments to restore your teeth with veneers. On the first appointment, your teeth are shaped and roughened. From impressions, precise working models are made of your teeth. It’s on these models that the veneers are crafted to exactly fit your teeth.

On the second appointment, your prepared teeth are polished and cleaned. Then an adhesive is used to bond the veneers to your teeth. A harmless high-intensity light hardens the adhesive.

Once in place, veneers virtually become part of your teeth. You can use them like you would your own teeth, because the bond is extremely strong. The final result is a more beautiful and natural looking smile!

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Teeth Whitening

Your smile is very important. Often the difference between a good smile and a great smile is the whiteness of the teeth. Typical lifestyle choices as well as the aging process stain and darken your teeth. Things you do on a regular basis such as drinking coffee, tea, cola and red wine or smoking can contribute to staining your teeth. New whitening agents can remove these stains without harming your teeth.

When you meet people for the first time, it’s your smile that they will remember. A whiter, brighter smile is beautiful and can help make a better impression while making you feel better about yourself. Whitening your teeth is one of the easiest things that can be done to brighten up your smile and improve your appearance. While you can get over-the-counter whitening kits, they are rarely as effective as professional whitening procedures. Because over-the-counter trays are not custom fitted by a professional and the whitening agent may leak out and irritate your gums, the kits do not work either as quickly or effectively to whiten your teeth.

Will Tooth Whitening Work For You?

Whitening isn’t for everybody. If it’s determined that you’re a good candidate for whitening, the best option for your situation will be prescribed, and the progress will be closely monitored to determine if any adverse reactions do occur.

Even with today’s advanced whitening techniques, everyone’s teeth will not whiten with the same results. Yellow-, brown- or orange-toned stains will generally bleach out quite well, whereas grayed teeth, or teeth stained by tetracycline use, may not bleach satisfactorily. Your situation will be carefully evaluated, and you will be advised accordingly. If tooth bleaching isn’t for you, don’t give up on having whiter, brighter teeth! Porcelain veneers or dental bonding could be the perfect solution for you.

At Your Downtown Dentistry, we offer general and cosmetic dentistry services, including teeth whitening, designed to help you obtain and maintain your most beautiful, healthy smile.

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Your smile is very important. Often the difference between a good smile and a great smile is the whiteness of the teeth. Typical lifestyle choices as well as the aging process stain and darken your teeth. Things you do on a regular basis such as drinking coffee, tea, cola and red wine or smoking can contribute to staining your teeth. New whitening agents can remove these stains without harming your teeth.

When you meet people for the first time, it’s your smile that they will remember. A whiter, brighter smile is beautiful and can help make a better impression while making you feel better about yourself. Whitening your teeth is one of the easiest things that can be done to brighten up your smile and improve your appearance. While you can get over-the-counter whitening kits, they are rarely as effective as professional whitening procedures. Because over-the-counter trays are not custom fitted by a professional and the whitening agent may leak out and irritate your gums, the kits do not work either as quickly or effectively to whiten your teeth.

Will Tooth Whitening Work For You?

Whitening isn’t for everybody. If it’s determined that you’re a good candidate for whitening, the best option for your situation will be prescribed, and the progress will be closely monitored to determine if any adverse reactions do occur.

Even with today’s advanced whitening techniques, everyone’s teeth will not whiten with the same results. Yellow-, brown- or orange-toned stains will generally bleach out quite well, whereas grayed teeth, or teeth stained by tetracycline use, may not bleach satisfactorily. Your situation will be carefully evaluated, and you will be advised accordingly. If tooth bleaching isn’t for you, don’t give up on having whiter, brighter teeth! Porcelain veneers or dental bonding could be the perfect solution for you.

At Your Downtown Dentistry, we offer general and cosmetic dentistry services, including teeth whitening, designed to help you obtain and maintain your most beautiful, healthy smile.

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Why Preventive Dentistry Should Be a Priority In Your Life

Regular visits to your dentist are about so much more than just having that fresh, clean feeling. The purpose of regular hygiene appointments is to screen for any dental problems that may be developing, such as cavities or oral cancer, and to maintain the health of your teeth and gums. The importance of these visits cannot be understated. Continue reading for a look at why preventive dentistry should be a priority in your life.

Preventive Dentistry Preserves Your Smile

Anyone who has ever needed a complete smile makeover or restoration knows that a beautiful, healthy smile is nothing to take for granted. Extensive dental restorations can be expensive and time-consuming. Preventive dentistry can help keep you from needing a smile makeover, as you’ll be able to catch problems early and keep your mouth healthy.

Preventive Dentistry Helps Your General Health

Gum disease has been linked to a number of general health problems, including heart disease and diabetes. Practicing proper oral hygiene habits at home, visiting your dentist regularly, and using products approved by your dentist can stop gum disease in its tracks, reducing your risk of developing or complicating these other health problems. If your dentist offers oral cancer screenings as a part of your checkup, your dedication to preventive dentistry could actually save your life.

Preventive Dentistry Preserves Your Lifestyle

Because the purpose of preventive dentistry is to keep your mouth healthy, it can help keep you from having to worry about not being able to eat the foods you love or not being able to speak properly because of missing teeth. You also won’t have to worry about losing your confidence and self-esteem because of problems with your smile.

At Your Downtown Dentistry, we offer general and cosmetic dentistry services, including preventive dentistry, designed to help you obtain and maintain your most beautiful, healthy smile.

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A Root Canal Treatment can Save Your Tooth and Relieve Pain

One of the most effective techniques for saving decayed or injured teeth is the root canal treatment. Yet when many people hear they need it, they become nervous at the prospect.

Much of this stems from a common misunderstanding that undergoing a root canal is painful. It’s not — today’s anesthetics are quite effective in numbing pain during a procedure, and mild pain relievers like ibuprofen are usually sufficient to manage any discomfort afterwards.

In fact, a root canal treatment relieves pain caused by decay within a tooth. As decay progresses, it can enter the interior known as the pulp, which contains bundles of nerves and blood vessels. It attacks these nerves causing pain and infection. If the infection progresses through passageways known as root canals that are in the roots of the tooth, the pain can intensify. More important, the tooth is in danger of loss as the root and connective tissues that hold the tooth in place are injured from the spreading infection.

During a root canal treatment, we access the pulp by drilling a small access hole, usually in the biting surface or in the rear of a front tooth. Once we enter the pulp chamber we remove all the contaminated tissue. Once thoroughly cleansed, we fill the empty chamber and canals with a special filling (usually gutta percha) to prevent future infection. The access hole is then sealed and at a subsequent visit we strongly recommend placing a permanent crown to provide further protection from damage to the tooth.

Root canal treatments are quite common. All general dentists have been trained in endodontic treatment and can perform most types of procedures. More difficult cases (like a complex root canal network that may be hard to access) may require the services of an endodontist, a specialist in root canals. Endodontists use advanced techniques and specialized microscopic equipment to treat complicated situations.

It’s actually good news if we recommend you undergo a root canal treatment — it means your tooth has a good chance of survival once it’s disinfected and the decay is removed. But don’t delay: the sooner we can treat your tooth, the better your chances of a healthy outcome.

If you would like more information on root canal treatment, please contact us or schedule an appointment for a consultation. You can also learn more about this topic by reading the Dear Doctor magazine article “Common Concerns about Root Canal Treatment.”