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Westport Cosmetic Dentistry Blog
Westport, Fairfield, Darien and New Canaan, Connecticut
Thursday, July 22, 2010
Monday, December 14, 2009
Gum Disease and Diabetes
The International Diabetes Foundation has very recently published their guidelines for oral health in people with diabetes, a copy of which is enclosed. You will note that they now find that periodontal disease is, in fact, a named complication in both Type I and Type II diabetes.
I have formed The Fairfield Oral Systemic Evaluation Center in my office to help patients and physicians evaluate and treat Periodontal Disease in the hopes of maintaining better health for those patients with Diabetes.
posted by Dr. Worthington at 7:05 AM
Friday, July 24, 2009
When Crowns can really look like Teeth.
Lava Crowns are a relatively new type of crown that employ a Zirconia Oxide core that is computer generated and replaces the traditional metal core. These zirconia copings also come in many tooth shades so that there is no need for that opaque layer of porcelain that can affect the aesthetic outcome of a crown. As a result you have a crown that more closely mimics the the true characteristics of natural enamel thus looking more like a tooth should.
Give us a call at 203-256-8073 for a complimentary consultation to see how you can benefit from this amazing new technology
posted by Dr. Worthington at 7:36 AM
Tuesday, July 7, 2009
Can Bleeding Gums Contribute to Heart Disease?
A growing body of evidence points to a strong relationship between oral and Systemic Disease. Our goal at The Fairfield Oral Systemic Evaluation Center is to diagnose and treat oral inflammation and infection associated with periodontal disease and other oral conditions. By diagnosing and treating oral disease, the progression and complications associated with many medical conditions may be minimized.
If your gums bleed or you have loose teeth or bad breath you may have periodontal disease that could be as big a risk factor as smoking with respect to Heart Disease, Diabetes and Stroke.
Contact the office today at 203-256-8073. This call could save your life!
posted by Dr. Worthington at 11:28 AM
Monday, June 29, 2009
Dental Implant vs. Bridge
This is a dilemma faced by many patients and unfortunately the answer is not always that simple.
Dental Implants are wonderful however, they are not for everyone. There are indeed many contraindications to implant placement. These include but are not limited to taking Bisphosphonates like Actonel, Fosamax and Boniva, a history of uncontrolled Diabetes and history of Radiation therapy. Sometimes there is not adequate bone to hold the implant in place or the teeth on either side of the missing one need restoring anyway and the patient chooses not to have a surgical procedure.
However, in situations where a patient has no contraindications using a dental implant to replace a missing tooth an Implant can be the best and most conservative option. I place and restore dental implants all the time with tremendous success. I too would choose that option if the situation should arise in my own mouth.
If you are presented with such a dilemma give me a call at 203-256-8073 for your Free Consultation and let's see if indeed Dental Implants are for you.
posted by Dr. Worthington at 8:37 AM
Monday, June 22, 2009
How do you choose who should do your Porcelain Veneers?
Don't hesitate to ask the dentist how many Porcelain Veneers he or she has done. Feel free to ask to talk to a patient or 2 who has gone through the procedure. Make sure that all the before and after pictures are actual patients of the dentist. Beware! Just because the dentist can computer generate a change in your smile doesn't mean they can actually do the work.
After doing more than two thousand Porcelain Veneers I feel very comfortable doing the most complex cases as easily as the simple ones and I love doing it! Give me a call and lets talk about what we can do for you.
posted by Dr. Worthington at 12:36 PM
Monday, June 15, 2009
The Wonderful World of Dental Implants
That is now possible with the wonderful world of dental implants! A dental implant is an artificial root made of titanium that can be place in the bone where a tooth was lost. Once healed, the dental implant serves as an anchor for a crown or cap that can look exactly like the one that was lost
In addition to replacing one tooth, Dental Implants can also be used to secure loose fitting dentures or "plates". Many people have upper dentures that function very well but hate their lower denture because it constantly moves causing pain and irritation. Dental implants can be placed in the lower jaw and a special snap type attachment can be added to the inside of the denture so that the appliance can be "snapped" into place minimizing any movement.
For more information on Dental Implantc and other Cosmetic Dental procedures visit my web site: Worthington Cosmetic Dentistry. We offer a Free Consultation so you can learn about all the amazing options available to you as well as the exact cost.
posted by Dr. Worthington at 7:31 AM