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Why is Oral Hygiene Important

Protecting one of your most valuable assets-your smile-through regular oral hygiene visits can help keep it sparkling for a lifetime.

Sure, you may take excellent care of your teeth at home with daily brushing and flossing. Yet regular oral hygiene visits are vital for keeping your teeth and gums clean and healthy, preventing potentially serious problems. You can help to  learn how to keep your smile looking its best!

About your Oral Hygiene Visit

Depending upon your unique situation and dental health, your visit may include any combination of following diagnostic, preventive or educational services:

Diagnostic Services

• · Take necessary cavity-detecting x-rays
  • · Assess your periodontal (gum) tissue
  • · Evaluate existing dental restorations for proper fit, function and aesthetics
  • · Check of your bite, chewing and swallowing patterns
  • · Review and update your medical history
  • · Record any changes in your prescribed medications and   physical condition
  • · Evaluate cosmetic enhancements of your smile
  • · Identify any cause of bad breath (halitosis)
  • · Examine and screen for oral cancer
  • · Check your blood pressure
  • · Refer you to specialists for specific treatment
  • · Develop a comprehensive treatment plan

Preventive Services

• · Clean and scale teeth to remove all plaque and calculus (tartar)
• · Remove surface stains from the teeth
• · Apply pit and fissure sealants to help prevent decay
• · Fluoride application
• · Polish teeth, gold, silver or composite resin fillings and crowns

Educational Services

• · Instruction in tooth brushing and flossing
• · Counseling in proper nutrition
• · Presentation of prescribed dental treatment
• · Recommending future treatment (orthodontics, periodontal, therapy, etc.)

When Should Oral Hygiene Services Begin

In general, it’s recommended that children begin receiving oral  hygiene services when they’re as young as two to three years old. By beginning exams at an early age, so there is time to create positive experiences for your child to set the stage for a lifetime of quality dental care.

When Should Oral Hygiene Services Be Scheduled?

Because each patient’s needs are different, you should check to see what’s appropriate for you. Typically, oral hygiene visits are scheduled for every six months but may vary depending on the disease process.

What’s the Correct Way to brush?

1) Place the head of the toothbrush next to your teeth with the bristle tips at a 45-degree angle next to the gumline.

2) Move the brush back and forth in a small circular scrubbing motion

3) Brush the outer surfaces of all teeth, upper and lower. Make sure you keep the bristles angled against your gumline.

4) Now brush the inside tooth surfaces, using the same brush strokes

5) Now brush the inside tooth surfaces of your front teeth, tilt your brush vertically and use gentle, up-and-down strokes with the head of the brush.

6) Scrub the chewing surfaces of all back teeth.

*A few simple things you can do at home to continue a regimen of good oral hygiene include daily flossing and brushing, as well as eating a balanced diet.

How Do I Remove Plaque By Flossing?

Plaque is a bacteria-laden white substance, which forms on the teeth and contributes to tooth decay, gum disease and bad breath. Effective flossing will help remove plaque missed by brushing before it contributes to these harmful effects. Here’s how to floss:

1) Use a piece of dental floss approximately 18 inches long. Wind each end of the floss around your middle fingers.

2) Holding the floss tightly between your thumbs and forefingers, leave about an inch of floss. Use a gentle, back and forth motion to guide the floss in between teeth. Avoid snapping the floss, which may cause unnecessary irritation to the gums.

3) When the floss is at the gumline, curve it into an arc around each tooth until there is mild resistance.

4) Hold the floss in the arc position and gently slide it up the side of the tooth, making sure the floss goes under the gum. Move the floss up and down (not back and forth) several times to remove the plaque from under the gum.

5) Repeat this procedure on both sides of each tooth.

How Do I Maintain Dental Health Between Visits?

A beautiful smile is up to you! In addition to regular oral hygiene visits, it’s important that you eat a balanced diet and make sure to floss and brush everyday.

During your appointment, we’ll be happy to show you the type of toothbrush that’s best for you. Typically, you should choose a toothbrush with soft, nylon bristles that are smooth and rounded.  Toothbrushes should be replaced when the bristles begin to loose their original shape.

A Final Word

Getting into the habits of good oral hygiene and sound nutrition are the best things you can do to preserve your smile and keep it looking its best. In addition to daily brushing and flossing, it’s important to schedule regular oral hygiene visits so you  can helped  prevent many of the problems that lead to tooth decay and loss. Our goal is to help you preserve your smile for a lifetime.

Cosmetic Orthodontics: Traditional versus Alternative

Porcelain Veneers and Bonded Porcelain Restorations

Porcelain veneers have become widely accepted as the benchmark of conservative cosmetic dentistry. They have been used successfully to mask teeth which are discolored and poorly shaped. Bonding ultra-thin shells of porcelain to teeth created many of those Hollywood smiles that we envy.

Today, with the advancement in adhesive technology, we can achieve truly tenacious bond strengths of porcelain to tooth structure. As a result of this technology we are capable of doing more with bonded porcelain than ever before. One such application is the correction of mild to moderate crowding of the anterior teeth or what we call Instant Orthodontics.

We call this instant orthodontics because in as little as two weeks a patient can go from teeth that are crowded to a perfect smile. Patients that decide to do instant orthodontics usually have already explored the possibility of conventional orthodontics and did not want to spend two to three years in braces to align their teeth only to find that to correct the shape and color they would have to do porcelain veneers.

Orthodontics vs Instant Orthodontics

One case in point, a patient referred to me had gone through three years of orthodontics to align his teeth. The orthodontist did the best that he could, but the patient was still not satisfied with his smile.

He tried bleaching his teeth, still not white enough! Something was missing. Clinical exam revealed worn edges of the teeth and what we call a reverse smile line. In other words, the edges of his upper teeth did not follow his lower lip line.

Instead the edges arched down in a frown.

Porcelain Veneer Technology

We created a whole new smile for him with porcelain veneers and bonded porcelain onlays on his back teeth. The patient was ecstatic! He then realized that all this could have been accomplished without the discomfort of braces and waiting three years.

New Materials and Techniques Give Answers Never Before Possible

We’ll use the vast array of products and techniques including  tooth whitening, no- metal crowns, all-white porcelain bonded restorations and ever changing the shape of your gums to just name a few. Today, even dentures can be made to look like natural teeth.

We’ll design your treatment to get the look you want as quickly as possible. This can often be done in 1 or 4 visits! Treatment times vary depending on your situation.

“Dentures feel different. You know you have something in your mouth. But these, are  just like teeth. The only regret I have sometimes is not getting the top done as well.”
Barbara M.

Individualized Treatment Based On Your Needs

In our office, everyone doesn’t get the same treatment because few people have the same problems! We aren’t a “1 or 2 ways to fix everything” kind of office.

We utilize a vast array of  techniques to solve even the most difficult, challenging situations. The good thing is that we are trained to know when to use what method.

A Big Bag of Tricks – We Have Solutions You May Not Thought Possible….

To use a slang term, we have a very big bag of tricks. In other words, we apply what you need. Because of our vast training and experience, we are often able to give solutions that weren’t even considered before.

Some of these include dental implants, bone grafting, plastic surgery for your gums, orthodontics and oral surgery, When needed, we’ll call in other expert Dental specialists to meet your needs.

Sometimes facial enhancement (particularly noses, cheeks, and chins) can be helped by a plastic surgeon. We’ll advise you if we diagnose this could help your treatment, but we’ll let you decide.

How We Evaluate Your Smile and Cosmetic Needs

At Dr. Fry’s, we’ll perform a thorough  examination of the teeth, gums, and chewing mechanism. We’ll make x-rays, molds of your teeth and a record of the way you bite (if needed).

Additionally, we’ll often use digital photography and intra-oral video cameras to make pictures so you can see what we see.

We then make a cosmetic analysis of your teeth using scientific and artistic principles based on our examinations and diagnostic records. This step can’t be omitted.

We’ll consider why your teeth got in the condition they are in and what we must do to solve the causes. We’ll consider your facial shape, skin tones, profile, gum positions and color, position, texture and shape of your teeth. If you have missing teeth or gaps, we’ll determine the best way to make you whole again.

The result of all this diagnostic work (and it is a lot of work) is a treatment plan customized for you, that solves or manages your problems while giving you the smile you’ve always wanted.

We’ll often create in wax what shapes and positions your teeth should have to let you see what results we are working towards before we ever start.

The Science and Art of Great Smiles

Every  person is an individual different from everyone else, with unique needs. But, while we are different, we do have similarities physically. Smiles are like that.

We’ll give you treatment based on principles of  artistic beauty chracterized for your mouth, face, and personality. Put simply, we employ the science of the beautiful smile and tailor it with the artistry of cosmetic dentistry to give the best smile for you.

Hundreds of Factors influence your smile. The common ones you know about are color, shape, and position of teeth. But it is uncommonly known ones that make all the difference in getting the results you want and deserve.

These include, but are not limited to facial shape, lips, genes, bite, jaw joints, skeleton, and facial proportions. We evaluate these many, many
factors individually and then relate them to each other to give you a
predictably great smile.

Warning: Don’t Let This Happen to You!

An unfortunate circumstance can occur when a person wants to get his
smile enhanced and then does so, but without treating the other problems that are almost always present.

The result of not considering these other factors that caused the problems in the first place, is dentistry that fails.

If your teeth are less than ideal, or are in poor condition, there are reasons. If these reasons aren’t addressed and properly handled it is unlikely that the cosmetic result will last.

We know this. It is for this reason that we will diagnose your individual
needs to include treatment for the causes of your problems.

As an example, often we will see patients with worn teeth, too short, literally unseen in their smile. If the teeth are lengthened or otherwise
treated without addressing why they were so worn short… the original source of the wear… will cause wear again, or worse…cause the teeth to break!

We understand where to look for the causes of the problems and treat them.

We make an analysis of your jaw function and chewing patterns to ensure your bite is where it should be. If it isn’t corrected, your treatment is likely to fail!

It isn’t enough just to treat a smile and make it attractive again without understanding why the problems developed in the first place. The causes must be treated to ensure successful treatment of the problems.

That’s why we examine you for correct jaw joint function, good gum health, and proper chewing patterns among others as part of our total package of planning your treatment so it looks good, feels good, and lasts as long as possible.

“The doctor and assistant both made me feel extremely comfortable. The most important thing was their sense of humor.  That made  me relax a lot more. The doctor  was very understanding of my needs.”
A.J.

How To Evaluate Your Smile

Look in the mirror with a good light. Does your smile look like it should?

You may not know all the ‘ins and outs’ of smile evaluation, but like most people you can recognize if it could be better.

Look at the color- are your teeth dark or stained? Today just about everyone can have whiter, brighter teeth and it doesn’t matter how old you are. You can’t be too old.

In fact, many of our patients demanding smile enhancements are in their 70’s and 80’s. When asked, “why now“, they have said they always wanted to improve their smile but something had always been in the way. Almost all have commented on how they wish they had done it 20-30 years ago. They now realize what they missed and could have enjoyed years earlier.

Are your teeth worn?… Misshaped?… are your old black and brown fillings “uglying” up your mouth?… Are there gaps?… Missing teeth?

The smile doesn’t stop at the front, you know. Do you have dark fillings in the side teeth that look gray or worse, black  when you smile? If you have replacement teeth, do they look natural? Too white? Or fake?

Now…compare your smile to people to the people considered beautiful in magazines. Not because you want a Hollywood smile, (and we can do that, too) but to see how much difference there is between your smile and these pictures. This requires some courage.

”Chances are you could be helped.”

Can You Grin and Say Cheese With Ease?

Can you give a big, huge smile in pictures taken of you? Many, many people are inhibited from smiling this way, but should be able to.

Do you limit your smile in pictures?

Do you not want pictures made of you because you don’t like how they look? Tired of saying, “I make really bad pictures, or I’m not photogenic?” …when in truth you’d really like to be photographed?

Do You Show Enough Teeth?

Don’t show enough teeth? We can make you look younger, by showing more teeth when you smile.  One of the ways other people evaluate your age is based on how much teeth you show when you smile. If you show little, or worse, no teeth, the mental calculation others make is “little or no teeth equals old”. It isn’t done consciously.

It is unconscious… but nevertheless it still happens.

“I had lost some teeth because of disease in my gums and the problem was getting worse…then I went to Dr. Fry at Making “Smiles” Happen. The treatment was wonderful and didn’t hurt at all.”
Nancy W.

Do You Show Too Much Gum, Too Little Teeth?

Many times the problems with smiles aren’t with your teeth, but with your gums! Showing too much gum or too little can really mess up a smile.

We have gum solutions that can make a real difference by reducing the amount of gum that shows or adding to it.

Even If You Don’t Know What You Don’t Like About Your Smile, We Can
Help.

Look, you may not even know what you don’t like about your smile. That’s o.k.. We at Dr. Peter Fry’s office can help you figure it out.

You may only want a bit of enhancement. Great. We love being able to make a big difference in smiles with just a little treatment. In fact, it is one of our most enjoyable treatments.

From smile disasters… to smile enhancement, we can help you get the smile that should be yours.

Having a Great Smile Could Change Your Life!!!

Many, many times we create great smiles for our patients and then a few months later, major positive life changes occur.

One lady, unmarried but attractive except for her teeth… underwent
comprehensive treatment, replacing missing teeth, rebuilding her bite with dental implants and creating a gorgeous smile. She was ecstatic with her results. A few months later, she was dating the man of her dreams. A year and a half later, she’s married and getting more out of her life than ever.

We had one gentleman; he’s in his mid 30’s, single. He had less than pleasing teeth. I guess you could say he was “smile challenged”. He got his smile makeover. He then went on a diet, lost a bunch of weight and within a year was engaged and got a big promotion.

Many times patients don’t see the connection between getting their radiant, bright smiles and their changes in life for the better. That’s ok. We still get to enjoy seeing our patients do better, for our work not only positively impacts our patients directly, but also indirectly all those people our patients touch.

Everyone wins.

Another man, mid 50’s, with a dental disaster had a smile make-over. Even before we could totally complete his work, he spent the best two-week vacation in his life with his wife.

“I had been terrified of going to the dentist for as long as I could remember. The older I got, the worse my fears got, so I simply quit going. Needless to say, my teeth and gums steadily deteriorated to the point where I had no choice but to do something. Dr. Fry and his staff performed extensive dental work on me and I can honestly say I experienced little to no discomfort. Dr. Fry has truly given me something to smile about and something to smile with.”
John P.

One lady, in her late 70’s came in once for some work. I mistakenly assumed she’s wanting minimal dentistry. She told me she wanted optimum care, quite stridently in fact. Today, almost 10 years later, she is doing quite well, thank you, and smiling a lot.

As an aside, we have noticed that our patients who really get their teeth healthy and looking good not only seem to enjoy their lives better but also are healthier, have fewer illnesses as they grow older and seem to live longer.

Another girl, in her 20’s, her teeth were too dark, one tooth was really dark in the front. With a few simple treatments, her teeth are white…her dark tooth is no longer. She got married shortly thereafter!

We have case after case after case of our patients doing better, enjoying life more and getting what they really want out of life after getting their great smiles.

“You are clearly dedicated to providing state-of-the-art service. That is
a rare and wonderful thing,and it makes visiting the Dentist office (of all places!) a pleasure. To anyone looking for dentistry the way it out to be done, I recommend you highly.”
C.B.

A Good Looking Smile Isn’t Optional Anymore

While a good-looking smile may have been an option before, is it really
anymore? Just what are the possible advantages for you by having a
great smile? Think about it for a moment. How about your job? …your
relationships with others?… your ability to make friends?… your
advancement in your career?

How much more confident in yourself could you be knowing you have with a great smile?

Will You Help Someone You Care About?

What about others around you that you care about? Could their
attractiveness be changed for the better with smile improvements? You could be doing them a huge favor by influencing them to get a great smile!

Sometimes people will buy all kinds of fashionable clothing at great
expense to look better. Many women spend hundreds of dollars a year
on hair, nails, and make-up to look better. And this goes on… year after year.. at untold sums of money.

Now there is nothing wrong with this, but …knowing the importance of a beautiful smile, could their time, money, and effort be better spent on improving their smile?

How many people have you seen with all the best clothes, but dark, stained, broken down or just ugly teeth? Too many!

“The doctor and staff have done an excellent job to ensure I felt no
pain and explained every step throughout the procedure to make me
feel relaxed and comfortable.”
E.U.

Your Radiant Smile Could Be Created Overnight

With today’s technology and the science and artistry of the Dentist,  it’s easier to create great smiles. Your smile could be brought to radiant life in as little as 1 or 2 visits, often literally overnight.

“My experience is that this is the best dental office I have ever been in.
The quality of care is just excellent and that the doctor and staff definitely know their business, care a great deal about me and answered all my questions. I recommend your practice. You can call me a true fan.”
G.S.

Do You See Your Smile for How it Really Is?

Some people may be suffering from smile “numbness”… not seeing how their teeth really look. They have gotten so used to them that they don’t really see how bad they look. Or they have wanted to make their smiles better, but didn’t know where to go.

Unfortunately, due to the lack of training in dental schools in appearance-enhancing dentistry, most dentists fail to advise their patients on what could be done. So going to a dentist on a regular basis and not hearing of any help, they don’t know that it is possible to have radiant, attractive teeth.

The consequence is that these people have “given up” on having a great smile and don’t even see their teeth for how they really are… That’s a shame because … now we’ve got solutions.

Your Smile Can Help Other People!

The truth is …your personality and your relations with others, affects you and them a great deal. When you smile a lot you feel better about yourself and others feel better about themselves! Who doesn’t like being around smiling, happy people?

Yes, your smile has effects on lots of people, not just you. Your smile
enhancement is actually contributing to the good of others! Moreover,
how do others treat you when you make them feel better about
themselves?…that’s right…  they trust you better.

Now you can have stronger, better relationships with others. They’ll like you better…Heck,… you’ll probably like yourself better.

Make Your Own Evaluation of Your Smile

Ask yourself, do I smile as often as I’d like to? Do I smile early and often without any concern over how my teeth look?

Am I proud of my smile? If you answered “no”, you can at least benefit
from a cosmetic dentistry evaluation.

Do you suffer from personality inhibiting smile restraint? You know, do
you sometimes not smile when you’d like to, for fear of the way your teeth look? This personality inhibition affects many people quite severely.

If you have this…then you are the one that suffers the most… even those around you are robbed of the vibrant, joyful you.

Your smiling and feeling good about yourself radiates to others so they
feel better about themselves and smile more too! It is such a positive thing.

If you had a great smile, would you smile more often? Of course!

Even if you don’t have personality-inhibiting smile restraint, would a few enhancements help?

“I had implants restored by Dr. Fry.  He explained all the procedures and used the latest technology. Although I required extensive surgery prior to restoring my teeth…I experienced minimal discomfort. All the procedures were done patiently and thoroughly. I have had considerable dental treatment in the past. The treatment and care I received from Dr. Fry and staff was great. The results have been the best ever. Friendly, gentle Dentistry describes my experience at Dr. Fry‘s office.
Z. F.

“USUAL and CUTOMARY”

What Does it Mean?

We are sometimes asked by our patients, “Your fee for this treatment is over what the insurance company says is usual and customary.  Are you over charging me?” Here is the answer.

“A dental plan is nothing more than a contract between the employer and the insurance company to partially pay for certain services.  There are deductibles, some services are paid on a percentage, and some services aren’t covered at all.  Your employer buys a contract at a specific premium and includes as many or as few benefits as they want.  It is a fact that the higher the premium paid by the employer, the higher the usual and customary fee schedule will be. This is why different insurance companies have different reasonable and customary fees for the same area.

Also many Insurance companies will pay different fees depending on the Zip Code.

Our fees are set by the actual cost of doing business in this particular office.  Cost vary from office to office, depends on quality of service, lab costs, and how much time is spent with the patient.  We refuse to spend less time and attention to rush through a delicate dental procedure so we can fit into a particular dental insurance company’s fee structure.  If your insurance company is not paying for you dental service at a dental office you choose, we would advise you to encourage your company to switch dental insurance carriers.

A Beautiful Mouth Without Braces!-Cosmetic Dentistry

If nature didn’t give you the perfect smile, would you like a makeover? Imagine, that we could help you look and feel your best, with a healthier and more attractive smile! If you don’t want to be embarrassed or ashamed any more, then Cosmetic Dentistry is the answer! Let us also show you, your “after” look, “before” you begin any treatment? Is that possible??? Yes it is! Read on, or call us.

We in dentistry are excited about our ability and the possibilities to create healthy disease free smiles, many times, with relatively simple options that exist today.

The Facts About Cosmetic Dentistry

Your smile communicates a lot about how you feel about yourself.  Even a minor flaw in your smile can keep you from feeling your best about the way you look.  In the past, we had few options to improve teeth that were chipped, stained or crooked.  However, now a wide range of cosmetic dental techniques can benefit almost any smile.

Cosmetic dentistry is a blending of art and science.  With a focus on esthetic results and using a variety of the latest restorative techniques and materials, we can enhance your smile to give it a more pleasing appearance.

Some of the conditions that may be helped by cosmetic dentistry are:

• Diastemas (space(s) between the teeth)
• Broken or chipped teeth
• Unsightly, stained or washed-out fillings
• Permanently stained or discolored teeth
• Crooked poorly shaped teeth

To address these conditions, any or all of the following cosmetic techniques may be used.

Veneers

A porcelain veneer is indicated when a portion of the front surface of the tooth needs a “face lift.”  Similar to composite bonding, veneers are attached directly to the existing tooth  structure.  We treat the surface of the tooth with a special conditioner to prepare it to receive the veneer.  A tooth-colored liquid bonding material is then applied to the tooth surface, to help the veneer adhere solidly to it. Veneers are also used to cover stains and close spaces between teeth.

Composite Bonding

A composite resin filling may be used when only a small amount of tooth structure needs replacement.  Composite bonding is one of the most conservative, versatile and affordable ways to aesthetically restore a multitude of cosmetic problems.

To begin a bonding procedure, we treat the tooth with a special enamel conditioner to roughen the enamel surface and allow the bonding material to adhere.  A composite resin is then applied and shaped to match the contour and color of your natural tooth.  The surface of the composite is then restored to the tooth’s natural shape and polished to achieve a natural luster and appearance.

Tooth Whitening

Due to a variety of causes, teeth tend to stain and “yellow” over time.  We can help you whiten and brighten graying or yellowed teeth.  We examine your mouth and recommend the best treatment for your specific needs, either an in-office treatment or a take-home treatment, which we monitor to make sure your obtain the best results and that your tissue stays healthy during the process.

Tooth-Colored Fillings

Many dentists and patients today favor restorations (fillings) done using tooth-colored composites or porcelain materials.  The use of a tooth-colored filling material is not limited to new restorations, however.  There are numerous reasons why older restorations may need replacing, and we can use these newer, more esthetic materials at that time.

Crowns and Bridges

A full crown is usually indicated when a tooth has had root canal treatment or when a substantial amount of tooth is cracked, broken or decayed and are not able to place a filling.

A bridge spans a space where one or more teeth have been lost in the dental arch or the remaining teeth are not strong enough to support an individual crown.  We replace the missing teeth with custom-designed replacement teeth, which are anchored by crowns connected to each other and to  existing healthy tooth structure.

Orthodontics

Addressing a variety of cosmetic and functional problems, this specialized branch of dentistry deals with straightening teeth and altering bone growth and gum tissue contours.  Through the use of specially designed and fitted appliances, constant gentle pressure is put on the teeth, causing them to move into a desired position.

Now adults and children can benefit from new advances in orthodontic treatment.  Your total cosmetic care may include a combination or orthodontics, tissue sculpting, and cosmetic restorative treatment.  The goal in our office is to recommend the best possible treatment for your unique cosmetic and functional needs.

Implants

They have revolutionized Dentistry in many ways not thought of only 10-15  years ago, by allowing us to restore your mouth to new function, health, some instances better than you might even been born with, plus, longevity, and esthetics, so others don’t even know that they aren’t your real teeth.

The reactions of our patients to the improvements in longevity and health have been astounding, and very gratifying. Can you believe that most every patient says,” If I only had known you could do this for me, I would have done it much sooner!”

Dentistry, that is the new Dentistry of the 21st century, allows us the luxury of keeping people healthy for a life time, and if not completely, still make significant improvement. Dentures are no longer and should no longer be the ultimate outcome! Come see for yourself firsthand what we can do for you. Set up a free consultation and see what is available to enhance your appearance and health.

If you don’t like the “Smile” you were born with…..here’s what you can do to change it. Cosmetic Dentistry will help you look and feel your best, with a healthier and more attractive new smile! Also, imagine seeing your “after” look, “before” you begin? Is that possible??? findout.

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Dental Safety and Infection Control

You can be confident that our office takes your health and well-being seriously. That’s why we follow or exceed all guidelines for safety and infection control.

We share our concern about the spread of infectious diseases and other safety issues. This article will inform you about the measures we take to protect you during your visit. If you have any questions about our procedures, please ask the dentist or one of our staff.

The Facts About Infection Control and Safety

Infectious diseases such as AIDS, Hepatitis, Tuberculosis, and Herpes have made numerous headlines in recent years.  The ADA (American Dental Association), OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Administration0 and the CDC (Centers for Disease Control) have established detailed infection control guidelines for the dental profession. Known as universal precautions, they are followed by all dental staff and used for every patient.

Universal precautions require the dental staff to wear protective devices such as gloves, masks and often, eye wear. Used gloves are disposed of and hands are washed between every patient

You may also notice thin plastic coverings or “barriers” on frequently touched items such as lights, headrests, chairs, trays, X-rays unit or syringes. The disposable, protective barriers are also changed between patients.

What About Sterilization?

Anything that goes into a patient’s mouth is used only once (disposable) or sterilized between patients. Sterilization methods include heat or chemical (also called cold sterilization).

Heat sterilization takes place in a pressurized “oven” called an autoclave. The autoclave creates a high-temperature vapor that penetrates the small internal passages of instruments and handpieces that cannot be thoroughly sterilized by other methods.

Autoclaves are monitored and certified regularly by a biological testing service. With the exception of needles that are always disposed of in special containers after each use, almost every instrument is heat sterilized.

For some instruments, dry heat and chemical vapor heat sterilizes may also be used. Items that would be destroyed by the intense heat of an autoclave are chemical or “cold” sterilized. Surfaces that cannot be moved or sterilized are disinfected between patients by thoroughly wiping them with a specialized disinfectant solution.

Should I Be Concerned About X-Rays?

No. X-rays are an important diagnostic tool used to safeguard your health. An X-ray film or “radiograph” can help us detect conditions not visible during the dentist’s exam of your mouth. Some of these often serious conditions include:

· Receding bone (a sign of periodontal disease)

• · Infection or abscesses of teeth or gums
• · Fractured teeth
• · Hidden cavities

The amount of radiation received during dental X-rays is very

small. With today’s equipment and high-speed films, dental X-ray’s are safer than ever.

What Precautions Are Taken to Minimize Exposure?

We may ask you to wear a protective lead apron during your X-ray exam. This covers your upper body from your neck to your thighs and protects vital areas from unnecessary exposure.

Our staff member performing the X-ray exam will usually leave the room during each exposure. Because they perform thousands of these exposures annually, leaving the room prevents them from receiving unwanted repeated doses of radiation that could pose a cumulative risk.

Are X-rays Dangerous if I’m Pregnant?

No. X-rays limited to the head and neck areas are unlikely to expose a developing fetus to any detectable radiation. If you are in your first trimester, however X-rays are generally postponed. Please tell us if you are or think you are pregnant.

How Safe is Nitrous Oxide Sedation

The safety of nitrous oxide is well established. It has been used for many years to help patients feel more relaxed in the dental chair. There are practically no side effects to nitrous oxide sedation; it is non-allergenic and non-irritating. The effects of the gas wear off quickly, within three to five minutes with normal breathing. Patients remain conscious and are fully aware  and in control during their entire treatment. We may suggest nitrous oxide to make you more comfortable during your treatment.

Occasionally, patients with asthma, severe bronchitis or other lung disorders are discouraged from using it- make sure we are fully aware of any past or present medical conditions so we may help you decide if nitrous oxide should be used.

Should I Be Concerned About Allergic Reactions?

If you have any known allergies, please include that information in your medical history. We will use this information to prevent the prescription of any medicine that might cause an adverse reaction. If you are taking a recently prescribed drug, please inform us so we may prevent any drug interactions if dental prescription is necessary.

A small number of people experience a variety of reactions to Natural Rubber Latex. Because many articles in health care environments contain latex, it is important to be aware of your sensitivity and inform the staff if you haven’t already listed the condition in your patient history. If you are latex sensitive, we can take special precautions to prevent a reaction.

Are Silver Fillings Really Safe?

Silver fillings, called amalgams, are composed of a mixture of silver, copper, tin and mercury. These metals are combined in various amounts to form a stable, hard restorative material or “filling” which is durable enough to withstand the extreme forces of chewing over a long time.

While tiny amounts of mercury vapor can be released under these pressures, no scientific research links dental amalgams to any health problems. In fact, numerous studies conducted during the past century have yet to link amalgam restorations to any kind of medical disorder. Dental amalgams have been used in millions of restorations worldwide for over 100 years and continue to be the standard by which all other restorative materials are compared for cost, durability and safety. There are many new restorative materials available, we’ll recommend the one best suited for you.

A Final Word

Our mission is to promote and protect your good health. In the pursuit of that goal, we do everything possible to ensure your safety and prevent the transmission of infectious disease. Please feel free to ask us about any of our safety or infection control measures.

A Beautiful Smile – Without Braces

“How to Get a Smile That Lights Up a Room”

Learn the Secrets of Making Your Smile One of Your Biggest Assets …
Getting Noticed by That Special Someone You Want Noticing You…
Getting Greater Self-Confidence… Getting A Real Boost For Your
Career…Energizing Your Personal and Business Relationships…Making
More Money…and Having Teeth That Look Great and Feel Great For A
Lifetime.

Everyone agrees that a great smile is a true asset. You’ll even hear
people say, “When she smiles, she lights up a room.”

Wouldn’t you like that said about you?

This information is given to inform you about how you can get a
magnificent smile and reasons why you should.

Science proves… it is not vanity or selfishness to get a great smile!

It is about getting more out of life and helping others do the same.

Before we start though, lets talk about the negative; it costs money.
Truthfully, whether you consider it a cost or investment depends on
what you consider important.

For some people, it just wouldn’t be worth it to them- it’s a cost.

For most folks, it really is an investment. An investment that pays
dividends 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

Being able to eat whatever, being able to smile and not be afraid of
showing your mouth, and just the peace of mind of having good dental
health truly makes it all worthwhile.

A great smile affects your life every minute of every waking hour (and
for some people even while they are asleep).

The question, is it worth it? Every individual must decide for
himself/herself just how valuable a great smile really is.

Just a hint: If your pay went up 12-14%, multiply that by every year
you’ve worked.  Now, how much longer is your career? Add those
together and multiply. How much would that be worth? …

When piled on top of the other enormous benefits… increased self-
confidence…greater self-esteem…enhanced relationships…better
treatment by others…making friends more easily…increased ability to
influence co-workers… clients… customers…even friends
and neighbors… the scale falls with a thundering clang on the side of
having a great smile. It is an investment that pays dividends every day
of your life. For many people it is a necessity.

People Look At Your Teeth…

Did you know your teeth and smile is the first or second thing that
others notice about you? Depending on the study, it is your teeth and
smile and then your eyes, or vice versa, that other people notice when
you come into contact with them. This makes sense, as these are your
main sources of communication- either receiving or giving. And since all
people like beautiful things, having a beautiful smile is very important to
how attractive other people see you. While you may have already
known this, only over the past 25 years or so has the scientific evidence
mounted up proving the importance of having a great smile.

Attractiveness Determines How Other People Perceive and Treat You

Scientific research has proven what many people already know; the
better you look, the better others treat you. The point here is that the
advantage of attractiveness is very greatly underestimated. The size
and reach of attractiveness is huge. Why?

Because people who are seen as attractive are believed to be smarter,
more talented, kinder, and more honest!

This is true throughout our entire society. In other words, your smile
and teeth determine a great deal of how much other people want to be
around you. With a great smile you become more promote-able… more
attractive to the opposite sex… more likely to be viewed as someone
that others want to be friends with…more trustworthy.

Social Advantages of Looking Good

Good-looking people enjoy a tremendous social advantage. They are
viewed as more intelligent. They are better liked. They are seen as
having more desirable personalities. Attractive people are more
persuasive and more likely to be given help by others.

Attractive School Children Viewed As Less Naughty

Even attractive elementary school children as shown in a study by Dion
in 1972 were viewed as less naughty when misbehaving compared to
unattractive children.

Further, a study by Ritts, Patterson, and Tabbs 1992, showed that
teachers perceive their attractive schoolchildren as more intelligent than
their unattractive schoolmates.

Good-Looking Political Candidates Get More Votes!

Few people are really aware of their bias toward attractive people, if
asked most people would deny it. In one Canadian study done by Efran
and Patterson in 1976, attractive political candidates received 2 ½ times
as many votes as unattractive candidates. Voters denied that their votes
were influenced by attractiveness.

Influence Even on Law and Justice: Attractive Equals More Lenient
Treatment

Even in our court system, good-looking people receive more favorable
treatment. Attractive people are twice as likely to avoid jail time and if
jailed get lighter sentences! This is from a Pennsylvania study by
Stewart in 1980.

Getting A Job More Easily

In a 1990 study by Mack and Rainey, good grooming accounted for
more favorable hiring decisions than did job qualifications!

You Can Get More Pay With A Great Smile

In the U.S. and Canada, according to Hammermesh and Biddle, 1994,
attractive individuals get paid an average of 12-14 percent more than
unattractive co-workers.

Both Sexes Say Attractive Teeth Are Just Better

Interestingly, both sexes respond to attractiveness the same way better looking equals better in all kinds of ways.

Are Dentists Like Mechanics Or Car Salesman?

Now, you may be thinking, “Dr. Fry, I didn’t know dentists are like mechanics or car salespeople!”

Well, most aren’t and just like any profession or trade, the majority of dentists are ethical and fair, but even if they are ethical and fair, it doesn’t mean they can give the same quality of advice and service. That they have had the same training! Or have stayed up to speed with their education.

All Dentists Are NOT the Same

See, the American Dental Association, did a research study where they sent in a prospective patient to 12 different dental offices to get price quotes. The prospect was given 12 totally different treatment plans, and 12 different price quotes. Some of the quotes were different by over $5000 dollars.

So, I think it IS important to know what procedures you want to have done, and what your options are. For example, Betty Johnson is a local resident who came in and wanted 6 veneers put in. That would have cost her more than $6000.00 easily, but all she needed was to have her teeth whitened to get the same results. This saved her thousands of dollars, and I hope this report can do the same for you!

Following are the 3 dangers people with dentures face, and a lot of the common questions people have regarding dental implants and then there are a few different ways you can get it taken care of. There may be a couple that does not apply to you. Just skip over them, and go to the ones that do. By looking over these questions and answers, you’ll be a lot more knowledgeable and confident when going into a dental office, asking questions, and scheduling an appointment.

3 Dangers of Tooth Loss and Poor Fitting Dentures

That You Must Know About!

Danger #1: Bone Loss Makes You Look Older Quicker

Dental Implants assist you in looking and feeling younger, because they prevent bone loss. By preventing bone loss that would normally occur with the loss of teeth, your facial structures remain normal and intact. The chances of wrinkling and the look of old age before your time is less likely.

In other words, everyday that you continue to wear dentures, you are experiencing bone loss, which makes you look much older than you have to.

Danger #2: Dentures Increase Your Risk of Heart Disease And Oral Cancer

While tooth loss may seem like a small problem compared with other health ad fitness issues, it is often the first sign of bigger health problems for many people and can put them at higher risk for heart disease and oral cancer.

When dentures don’t properly fit, bacteria can lie in areas behind them and lead to bone disease and oral cancer.  Oral Cancer is probably one of the least known forms, but the American Cancer Society reports that there will be approximately 30,000 new cases diagnosed this year alone.

Then there is Heart Disease, which has been linked to gum disease. When dentures do not fit correctly, you have a higher chance of gum disease. The reason you must be aware of these concerns is because dentures are causing more problems than just being uncomfortable and unattractive.

Danger #3: Dentures May Reduce Your Life Span

I know this sounds kind of ridiculous, because who would ever think that your teeth could have an affect on how long you live. But it’s true!

Many people with poor fitting dentures or multiple missing back teeth live shorter life spans of up to 10 years less due to poor eating habits and stomach problems. They tend to eat more processed foods and experience many other health problems related to malnutrition from poorer eating habits. People today now have options to dentures, and one of them is dental implants.

People who get dental implants can finally eat the healthy foods they have been missing such as; apples, fresh vegetables, corn on the cob, and even steak!

`                                               Commonly Asked Questions!

Q: What are Dental Implants?

A: The dental implants used by most dentists and dental specialists are root-form implants, which basically means that they are replacement, or substitute tooth roots, used to replace natural tooth roots in areas of the mouth where teeth are missing.

Since it replaces the tooth root, it creates the stability needed to have much stronger teeth that stay in place and don’t move around.

Q: What Are The Benefits Of Dental Implants?

A: Here is a list of just a few of the benefits:

1. Prevents Bone Loss- by preventing bone resorption that would normally occur with the loss of teeth, the facial structures remain intact. This is especially important when all of the teeth are missing, because the lower one-third of the face collapses if implants are not placed to preserve the bone.

1. Overall quality of life is enhanced with replacement teeth that look, feel and function more like natural teeth. You will look younger and more attractive which allows you to be even more confident and enjoy smiling, laughing, and talking with others.

1. You can now live longer, because you’ll get to eat better and prevent malnutrition or stomach problems! Fresh Vegetables and fruits are back on the menu! You can now eat the foods you like. Also, since your chewing is improved, your digestion will be even better as well!

1. Increases the amount of enjoyment you get out of eating
2. Creates more confidence in social situations. Most of our patients love their new implants, because of their improved appearance, function, and comfort and health.

1. Allows you to relax and not have to worry about your dentures moving around, popping out, or gagging you. You’ll never worry about your dentures flying out when you laugh, sneeze, cough, or when you eat. Implants are so securely attached that the fear of them falling out will be eliminated!

1. You mouth will be restored as closely as possible to its natural state. By replacing the entire tooth, as well as the tooth root, it is possible to replicate the function of natural teeth, with a strong, stable foundation that allows comfortable biting and chewing. Also, nothing in the in the mouth looks or feels false or artificial!

1. You will be able to taste foods more fully. Wearing an upper denture can prevent someone from really tasting food, as the roof of the mouth is covered. With implant supported replacement teeth, it is not necessary to cover the roof of the mouth, so it is possible to enjoy the taste of foods.

1. Improves overall oral health and decrease the risk of oral cancer and heart disease. It is much easier to care for implants of any kind versus dentures. So, your chances of bacteria build up, and gum disease decreases when you have implants.
2. Eliminate Denture Adhesives FOREVER!

Since implant supported teeth are securely attached to the implants, there is no need for messy dentures adhesives.

1. Your other teeth will not be affected because of missing teeth. Since replacing missing teeth with implant supported crowns and bridges do not involve the adjacent natural teeth, they are not compromised or damaged.

For example, when you wear a partial denture, you have clamps that hook onto adjacent teeth, which put pressure on them that causes them to loosen and come out.

And bridges require grinding down of the adjacent teeth so that the bridge can be cemented on them. This tooth structure can never be replaced and the long-term  health of these teeth are compromised.

Q: Am I A Candidate For Dental Treatment?

A: Almost everyone is missing one or more teeth and in general good health is a candidate for dental’ implant treatment. There are few medical conditions that can undermine the success of implant treatment, such as uncontrolled diabetes. However, here are few condition that would keep someone from having implant treatment altogether.

Quality and quantity of available bone for implant placement is more often a factor in qualifying for dental implants than medical conditions. However, even people who have lost significant amount of bone can qualify for dental implant treatment with additional procedures to add bone or create new bone. Advances in this type of treatment have made it possible for thousands of patients who would not previously have been considered candidates to have successful implant procedures.

Q: How Painful Is Getting Dental Implants?

A: Most of our patients report that they feel very little if any pain during the procedure. One of the things we do during your treatments.

Also, when you leave our office, you’ll get a prescription if necessary. Plus we will call to make sure that you are not in any abnormal amounts of discomfort. Our goal is to give you stronger, more comfortable teeth, with practically pain-free dentistry!

Q: How Long Will It Take To Complete The Treatment?

A: You will notice a difference almost immediately. However, the entire process can take anywhere between 3-9 months to complete. This depends on the type, and quantity of implants you need, along with the quality of bone in which the implants are placed.

There are treatment options that are faster, such as dentures; however, none of these traditional methods prevent bone loss, or give the type of natural look and feel like implants do.

Q: Will I Need To Have One Implant Placed For Each Tooth That Is Missing?

A: No. In fact it is possible to replace all of the lower teeth with an over denture that is supported by only 2-4 implants. On the other hand, sometimes it might work in your advantage to replace your back teeth with an implant for each tooth to provide additional strength.

Q: How Do I Know If I’m Too Old For Implants?

A: Great question. Your overall health and your desire to improve the quality of life are much more important things to look at, than your age. We currently have patients from 40 years old to 70 + years old. There have been reports of people who are in their 90’s and having this procedure done with no problems.

Q: How Long Do Implants Last?

A: Most research has shown that implants have been successful for over 30 years. However, our goal is to make them so they last a lifetime. This is much improved from dentures, which are 5 years, and/or bridges where the expected time of use is between 7-10 years.

Q: Do You Offer Any Warrantee?

A: Yes. Even though dental implants have over a 95% success rate, there is still a very small chance that they won’t completely bond. When this occurs, new implants are placed and the success rates for the replacement implants are even higher.

When we restore  the implants, we keep working for FREE until we get it right. The only thing you need to do is make sure you come in for your regular scheduled visits so that we can keep your gums and teeth healthy, which will prevent most possible problems.

Q: What is the Cost of Implant Treatment?

A: Many people call and ask us, “How much is one implant going to cost?” While I wish it was that simple. The only way to determine actual cost is by coming in for a consultation and examination to find out if you have bone loss, if you’ll need one, two, or more implants.

See, the actual cost of implant treatment is based on a number of factors, such as the number of teeth being replaced, the type of treatment option recommended and whether additional procedures are necessary to achieve the proper esthetic and functional results.

Q: Does Insurance Cover Dental Implant Treatment?

A: Insurance coverage depends on your individual policy. Most policies do not give substantial coverage.

Although most companies exclude implants as a covered benefit, many of them will pay the same benefit they would cover for the lowest cost alternative treatment option (partials and dentures) and some for the diagnostic records, if a specific request were made for “alternative benefits”.

Q: What Are Some Common Misconceptions People Have When Choosing A Dentist?

Misconception #1 : The dentist that offers the lowest price is the dentist you should choose.

Maybe – but not always. Here are a few points to consider.

Point #1: The price you see offered may not be for the services you want performed. Before you select a practice, decide what you want to accomplish.

Usually, if a dentist is much lower in price than other dentists it may indicate that they run you through procedures faster, and spend less time with you.

This may not be good, because the focus is not on quality.

Also, price is usually an indication of quality.  More efficient Dentistry may cost more.  Better trained dentists who want to give you more time and quality of service cost more.  Reliable service and products cost more.  You don’t buy the cheapest car, clothes, or foods.  Don’t let price alone be the deciding factor when choosing a dentist.

Point #2: The price you see advertised may not be the price you pay.

Many people have learned that the low price they saw advertised was not the amount they were charged.

And if you’ve hired a dentist, you too may have been the victim of false or misleading advertising. You probably learned the hard way that some companies offer a cheap price – and then pressure you into paying a lot more once they get you in the office. Some of them may not even mean to do it, but it just happens.

You’ll find other practices – professionals like me who work hard to earn your trust and respect.

As a way of improving our profession, I’ve dedicated my practice to educating the public. The only way you can make an intelligent decision is to have all the facts you need. This is why I give away this booklet.

If you’re thinking about having your teeth examined, whitened, or you are looking for other cosmetic or general procedures, I offer these three recommendations:

Recommendation #1: Make a commitment to yourself to get your teeth and gums examined every 6 months.  The longer you wait, the worse it will be(and costly!).  Regular check ups will extend the life of your teeth and help maintain their look and feel!

Also, 4 out of 5 people are walking around with the worst silent killer of teeth and it’s called periodontitis- aka gum disease.

If your gums are bleeding when brushing or eating hard food, you have bad breath, pain or sores in your mouth,  gums are pulled back which make your teeth appear longer, or you see pus between gums and teeth, you must get in right away!

Recommendation #2: Ask questions.  The way you learn about a practice is to ask specific questions and listen carefully to the answers.  Here are the questions I suggest you ask:

• Do you have any testimonials from current patients who are satisfied and enjoy their experience with their dentist? If you are looking to have aesthetic or cosmetic work done, you will want to see before and after pictures of actual patients from that office like the ones in this booklet. Many dentists use books with pictures in them, but the problem is that these are not his or her patients.
• The second question you’d like to ask is “Is there any warranty or guarantee given?” For example, if you bought a washer and dryer, you will be offered a certain warranty that will guarantee that washer and dryer will work for a certain time period, and if it doesn’t, they’ll replace it. Well, in our office almost every procedure has a warrantee so if a filling fell out, or a crown fell off, we’d replace it for no extra charge.
• The third question you’d like to know is what is the doctor doing to stay current and keep his/her skills up to speed, especially if you are doing a specialized procedure. See, there are so many dentists out there, and some are better than others at different procedures. So, you want to make sure the dentist you choose to do your procedure is very experienced at it.
• Finally, the last question that many of our patients ask, and I think is very important is, “What does the dentist do to insure that you are going to have an anxiety free and pain free experience?”

For example, many of our patients come in very nervous and scared, but find out that we have nitrous oxide, know as laughing gas, and we can now use lasers to detect cavities where x-rays couldn’t. It’s amazing how many of our patients leave our office telling us how it didn’t hurt a bit.

“When I went to Dr. Fry’s office, I was absolutely thrilled to find out that he did everything possible to make sure I had an enjoyable and pain-free experience. I now tell all of my friends to go there!” Jim P Chicago IL

By asking these questions and spending the small amount of time necessary to make an intelligent choice of a dentist, you will help create a doctor-patient relationship founded on mutual trust and respect

Recommendation #3: Once you’re satisfied that you’re working with an honest, competent professional, set up an appointment.

By following these recommendations, you’ll gain all the information you need to make an informed, intelligent decision.  If you want the lowest price service, many practices in the phone book can help you.

But if you want great service by a well-qualified dentist, who can service your Dental needs completely and thoroughly – creating healthier, whiter teeth, preventing and treating your gum disease, and making your dental experience an enjoyable one– then I invite you to call me.

Q: I want to know if I’m a candidate, but I don’t want to go to an office that is pushy and try to sell me?

What can I do?

A: Great Question. First, here’s what I’d like to offer you:

A FREE 7 POINT HAPPY AND STRONG SMILE CONSULTATION!

Yes, we will do something your family doctor wouldn’t do.

Provide an initial interview and consultation with no charge!

And no, it will not be a disguised sales presentation. Or a “pitch”. Or anything, except a brief (half hour or so) time to get some x-rays, look at your gums and current situation and find out what concerns you.

And simply put, you get to tell me what you want!

And that’s it.

If, at the end of the consultation, you do not feel like we can help you, or that you don’t like me, or that you want to keep doing what you’re doing, etc., that’s fine.

And that’s it.

You go home, and we leave it at that.

NO PRESSURE.  NO SALES.  NO HASSLES!

You see, we know a critical fact:

IN TODAY’S SKEPTICAL AND FEARFUL SOCIETY, ANY ATTEMPT TO PRESSURE SOMEONE, OR SELL THINGS BEFORE THE TIME IS RIGHT Or Not Right At All, WILL ASSURE THE PROSPECT WILL RUN FOR THE HILLS!

Believe me, I could not be working with so many local residents, near retirees, and retirees if I was doing anything to make them uncomfortable! They wouldn’t put up with it for a second!

I can’t think of a better way to work.

Can you?

So why don’t you think this over for a couple of days, and see if this makes sense to you?

If you have any major skepticism left, or maybe have a question or two, feel free to give us a call. You will find that when we talk, there will be zero push or pressure. Our goal is to educate you!

If you are really not interested or ready, that’s great.

If you want to talk, that’s OK too.

You have to understand that I love getting new patients, and as a matter of fact, we get a bunch of new patients every month.

But, because I have a steady volume, I never accept patients that aren’t really excited and interested in their dental future. I am going to be honest with you. I have so much fun seeing people’s lives change for the better when they get their new teeth, that I would never work with anyone who wasn’t excited and looking forward to finally getting the:

Look And Feel They’ve Always Wanted With Their Teeth!

Life is too short to “fight” people who don’t really want to HAVE A FUTURE WITH MORE COMFORT AND CONFIDENCE!

I hope you are thinking a lot about your own life, and whether or not you feel in control of it with the current dental situation you are in.

Or whether it is controlling you!

Even if we never talk, I want you begin to take a new view of your dental health. One that allows your natural joy and confidence be the dominant forces. So you can have the best life possible.

And that I have shown you how to get rid of those bad frustrating feelings.

As I said before, there is too much good in life, to let worry and frustration about your teeth get in the way.

I’ll be happy to answer your questions – or have you come in and give you a Free 7 Point Consultation and Recommended Action Plan – without obligation of any kind. 

Here’s one last point:  I know that many consumers are skeptical about dentists. I’m skeptical as well. So in addition to dedicating my practice to consumer education, I do one more thing as well.

I guarantee my work. That’s right.  I fully guarantee every procedure we do for three years.

My Personal Guarantees!

And then crowns, porcelain veneers, implant restorations and onlays, I guarantee for the rest of the time I’m in practice (with the exception of new decay, gum disease or trauma. As long as you come in for your cleanings and treatments as recommended. I stand behind what I do, and put my money where your mouth is.

If you like our service (like over 1000 of your neighbors already do) then I want to provide you with high quality, affordable dental care for years to come. If you don’t’ then just let us know and we will send your x-rays to any dentist you choose. I am confident that if any other dentist used the same high technology I use and attend the same advanced education courses, and then he/she will agree with our recommended treatment!

The only way you can get A Stronger Bite With More Comfortable, and Confident, Teeth Quickly, Easily, minimal Anxiety- with minimal Discomfort is by calling and finding out what your options are. Please call today while this is fresh on your mind, and be amazed at how quickly (in most instances) we can have you loving your smile.

Special Cosmetic Dentistry Report!

“No matter how hard you try…

You Can’t Hide Ugly, Chipped Embarrassing, Stained Or Crooked Teeth…”

But you CAN Fix Them Fast, with a Comfortable, Affordable Smile Makeover…

From: Dr. Peter W. Fry

Chicago, IL

Wednesday

Re: Special Instructions (With A FREE Gift)

Discover How You Can Finally End Any Dental Problems, Embarrassment And Frustrations With A Free Smile Makeover Consultation

If you are a spectacularly afraid dental patient who has put off needed dental care, or you look in the mirror and see a smile that embarrasses you and if you’ve had bad dental experiences in the past, then this report may just be the most freeing one you’ve ever read.

Before I tell you the most common reasons why patients choose our dental office to give them the smile of their dreams, let me ask you  a few questions:

• Do you dislike any chipped, missing, crooked, or stained teeth?
• Would you like to have whiter, straighter teeth that look Magnificent?
• Would you like to look and feel 10 years younger and receive compliments about your attractive smile?
• Have you been putting off going to the dentist due to fear, anxiety or pain sensitivity?
• Have you ever wondered what it would be like to smile with CONFIDENCE and feel extremely ATTRACTIVE?
• Are you ever embarrassed or frustrated with your teeth and/or your smile?
• Do you have teeth that overlap, twisted, crooked, or have gaps…and would like a simple pain-free solution that gives you a fantastic smile almost instantly?
• Do you want to smile with confidence once again by showing off the smile that you truly deserve? The one that lights up a room and sparkles?

If you answered “YES” to any of these questions, then I guarantee I can help you fix these problems while also giving you the smile you’ve always dreamed of. With advanced dentistry and our extensive training we can turn any smile, no matter how bad, and turn it into a gorgeous smile that you would normally see on the T.V. Show Extreme Makeover. Plus, if you read this report, I’d like to invite you in for a FREE Smile Makeover Consultation so you can see for yourself what your smile can look like before any dentist ever touches your mouth. (this is using our virtual dream smile experience which I’ll explain later)

Whether you want a Dream Smile or you just want small improvements that are subtle, but you can truly enjoy deep down in your heart.

The other day, I was talking to Ms. Kim Smith from my neighborhood. Now, Kim has lived in the Chicago area for a long time, but never came into my office until recently.

In fact, she had grown up with such bad teeth and so many dental problems that she ‘gave up’ on thinking that she could ever do something about her smile. But for some reason, she saw an article in the local paper and decided to give us a call.

Anyhow, in two short visits, Kim walked out of here with a smile that was so sparkling and confidence building that it brought a tear (which she tried to hide) to her eyes.

The next day, Kim and her husband  came in with freshly baked cookies and a bottle of wine for my husband and I.

I tell you this, because stories like these excite and motivate my staff and I, and happen all the time! We absolutely LOVE giving great care to people and can’t wait to send you out into the world with a smile that others compliment, envy, and admire!

In fact, the reason I bring it up, is that so many of my happy patients had tried those “miracle” solutions to their stained, discolored, twisted, or crooked smile to only find they were unimpressed, frustrated, and felt misled by those commercials.

What I’m talking about may sound too good to be true, but that is why, before I’m done speaking with you today, you’ll realize you CAN have the smile you’ve always dreamed of, and you how you can do it affordably and almost INSTANTLY! (Listen: Thousands of people, even some of your neighbors, have already seen the amazingly pain less, quick, confident results from coming into our office with their most challenging dental problems.)

Imagine walking into your Home

With A Five Star Smile,

Without Experiencing Any Anxiety Or Discomfort!

I realize this sounds almost too amazing to be true, but the facts are undeniable. I’m a dentist, and I absolutely cannot stretch the truth of these astonishing results.

Look. Here’s all you do: You simple come into the office for a FREE Smile Makeover Consultation where we explain and… show you with cameras and video how easily we can give you the smile you’ve always… dreamed of! And how you can do all of this quickly, in total comfort, and have people complimenting and raving about you and your smile. It’s not rare for someone to have the “new attractive” smile in just 2  visits!

You Can Understand How Thrilling

It Is To Suddenly See a New, Whiter, Straighter

And More Attractive Smile in Your Mirror!

How can you get such wonderful results? Simple: There are so many new advanced methods in dentistry that can ‘fix’ any dental problem. The good news is that I’ve kept on the cutting edge of dentistry so that I can handle more cases than you can even imagine.

What these new methods do is make is so you can come in with an embarrassing, twisted, crooked, or gapped smile and sometimes in less than 2 visits you can walk out of there with a more attractive, confident, glowing smile that your neighbors and friends will wish they had. Only you don’t need to go through any long, uncomfortable, or frustrating procedures.

Imagine seeing more positive cosmetic enhancing results in the same amount of time it takes to do your hair and makeup. Even the “ugliest, most distorted, discolored teeth” have been miraculously transformed in as little as two visits.

I’m not kidding. When you choose our office, you see results immediately. Imagine, in as little as 11 days, you can expect to feel like a completely different person…and you’ll have friends and family accusing you of discovering the fountain of youth!

Some Patients Even Say They “Feel”

Like They Are 20 Years Younger…

Their Spouses Are Ecstatic!

Of course, with dramatic improvements like this, it’s only natural to be skeptical. That is sounds too good to be true… and I have to admit that when I was going through my clinical and continuous education courses, I thought these guys were nuts.

But what doesn’t lie, are the thousands of success stories that have come through our office. But when you come into our office you’ll see pictures of ecstatic patients who came in with every imaginable problem!

I believe, from the bottom of my heart, that anyone who has teeth can come into our office and we can transform their teeth into a Million Dollar Smile – quickly, easily, with pain free dentistry!

What’s more, the best results seem to happen for people who have had the most trouble with their teeth or want to look and feel younger, more vibrant, and more confident.

Here’s why: There’s really only two ways to have the smile you’ve always dreamed of. One is being born with great genetics (not the majority).

Two: Find out what’s available to you by going to a dentist. One that has stayed current with the advancements in dentistry, and focuses on educating people rather than selling. This way YOU get to hear ALL your options rather than just being told the “Highest Profit” procedure.

So, no matter what dental problem you are currently facing, we can help!  When we are complete, you will be left with a smile that makes you, your spouse or partner ecstatic, and desiring more intimacy than ever before.

When you have a more attractive smile, an excitement and confidence will ignite in you that you haven’t felt in a long time. Maybe even the same feeling that you got when you fell in love for the first time.

And all this happens very quickly! You will see your results INSTANTLY!

Quite simply, I believe this coming in for your FREE Smile Makeover Consultation and finding out how we can help you out…without feeling any pressure to do any care, can be the best thing you’ve ever done for your dental happiness. It causes no pain, makes you look and feel more attractive and confident than ever, and does so FAST!

What more could you ask for? I’m convinced it’s high time that everyone in the U.S. is told of this amazing discovery.  I would like your help in accumulating more “Fountain of Youth” success stories- and I’m willing to give you a chance to find out if this is for you for FREE!

Here’s what you must do: If  you(or any of your friends or family) are embarrassed or frustrated with your teeth, please come in for a simple FREE Smile Makeover Consultation

NO Sales! No Pressure! No Obligation to Accept Treatment!

When you come in, here’s something you really need to understand. Our practice is filled with great, happy, and fun patients.  One of the main reasons is that when they come into our office, we treat them like family.

So, what’s really important to know is that no one here is going to pressure you or pull some tricky sales pitch on you, and try and give you anything you don’t need.

In fact, it’s the total opposite. We are here to educate you and make you feel like you truly have a support team that is on YOUR side and is going to go the extra mile to get you the results that YOU want. After all, that is what’s most important, and that’s why we get so many referrals from our current patients.

“11 Secrets for Raising Cavity Free Children!”

If you have kids, you know that introducing them to new things can be fun, challenging, exciting, frustrating, and so much more all that the same time!

Back when I was a kid, we grew up almost expecting to have cavities when we went to the dentist. Having the doctor pry, poke, and drill for an hour or so was normal.

However, that is not the case anymore! Times have changed!

Today, in our society, there are many benefits our children have, that we didn’t have when we were younger. For example, one of the great benefits is that kids today are growing up with fluoride in the water. People are becoming more aware of the importance of dental hygiene and parents know that they need to bring their children to the dentist.

I made this simple special report to give you a couple quick, helpful tips that you can use to help your child grow up with healthy teeth, and prevent as many dental problems as possible.

11 Secrets for Raising Cavity Free Kids?

1. 1. Begin cleaning your baby’s mouth with a clean gauze pad the first week the child is brought home from the hospital. Although most babies don’t have any teeth until about six months of age, a daily cleaning will get your child accustomed to the process, and ensure clean and healthy gums when the teeth do come in.

1. 2. By starting early, your baby is more likely to accept your cleaning her teeth later, when it is necessary to prevent tooth decay. Incorporate a toothbrush and fluoride toothpaste (about half a pea sized amount) into the routine by the time your child reaches 18 months, or at the time their first molars come in.

1. 3. Your child’s first visit to the dentist should be by the age of three. Although baby teeth will eventually fall out, they are very important to your child’s dental development. The muscles of their mouth and jaw form around the foundation laid by their first set of teeth. The baby teeth also maintain space which will help guide the permanent teeth into a favorable position as they erupt. The dentist can make sure your child’s dental develop-ment is proceeding normally as early as their third birthday and with checkups every six months thereafter.
2. 4. Stop your child’s thumb sucking habits before their permanent teeth come in. Sucking on a thumb or pacifier is a natural and satisfying behavior for babies. However, the habit can alter the position of baby’s developing teeth, and even deform the bone which supports the teeth, if it continues after their permanent teeth begin to erupt. Fortunately, the damage is usually self-correcting, unless your youngster continues the habit much past the age of six. If you are having trouble getting your child to stop sucking their thumbs, we can offer some advice.

1. 5. Make sure your child gets the benefits of the latest in cavity prevention, including fluorides and sealants.

1. 6. Our office has the ability to check for cavities that hide from traditional methods of detection. By using an instrument called the DIAGNADENT we can see inside the grooves of the tooth were cavities can hide. This can help prevent pain from undetected cavities and save you money.

1. 7. Do not give your child a bottle at night with juice or milk. If your child must have a bottle at bedtime, dilute it progressively each night with water until the bedtime bottle contains only water. You may also use a pacifier, but remember to follow the above-mentioned advice.

1. 8. If your child uses pacifier, don’t dip it in any sweetener. Some dentist  have taught this in the past and it is not a good idea!

1. 9. If you live in a community where there is NO fluoride in the drinking water, use a fluoride rinse or buy bottled water that has fluoride. Children in communities without fluoridated water should also have supplemental fluoride drops or tablets, which can be prescribed by a dentist.

10. You need to help a child under age of 7 years old do the brushing. Studies show that children under 7 do not have the dexterity to do a good job. One great strategy if you have a child, who likes to do everything on their own, is to let them do it first on their own. Then say that it’s mommy or daddy’s turn. I know that there are children who will fight you on brushing, but stick with it because the rewards will be huge.

11. Beware of habitual and prolonged soda, juice, sports drinks, iced tea, or any other repetitive sugary snacks or candies. It is much better to have your child eat candy or sugar quickly and let their body respond to the sugar instead of frequently snacking on sugar – a habit that will cause rampant tooth decay. Many people do not know this important fact – DIET SODA IS JUST AS BAD FOR YOUR TEETH AS SUGAR!!! The acidity of the diet soda will do just as much damage as sugar.

12. Finally, the most important thing to realize is that children learn the behavior they observe. So, the reality is your dental health is just as important as your child’s. Recent research has shown that unhealthy gums can put you at much higher risk for the following problems:

High Blood Pressure (Arteriosclerosis)

Stroke

Heart Attack

Heart Infection (Bacterial Endocarditis)

Pancreatic Cancer

Low Birth-Weight Babies

Diabetes

COPD (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease)

Can Adults Benefit From Fluoride?

New research shows that everyone can benefit from fluoride. Experts used to think that fluoride worked mainly by strengthening teeth while they were still developing. This meant that children were the focus of fluoridation efforts. Studies now show that topical fluoride helps fight decay in people of all ages.

Fluoride is the most effective agent available to help prevent tooth decay. It is mineral that is naturally present in varying amounts in some foods and water supplies. The benefits of fluoride have been well known for over 50 years and are supported by many health and professional organizations.

Although most people receive fluoride from food and water, sometimes it is not enough to help prevent decay. We may recommend professional fluoride treatments for the following reasons:

• Deep pits and fissures on the chewing surfaces of teeth.
• Exposed and sensitive root surfaces (which are 9 times softer than the crown surface)
• Fair to poor oral hygiene habits.
• Frequent sugar, carbohydrate intake and citric acid intake.
• Inadequate exposure to fluorides.
• Inadequate saliva flow due to medical conditions, medical treatments or medications.
• Recent history of dental decay.
• To preserve existing dental work.

Remember, fluoride alone will not prevent tooth decay! It is important to brush at least twice a day. Floss regularly, eat balanced meals, reduce sugary snacks, and visit our office as recommended.

1.  Gums that bleed when you brush or floss your teeth

2.  Red, swollen or tender gums

3.  Gums that have receded or shrunken away from your teeth

4.  Pus between your teeth when you press your gums with your           finger

5.  Pain when chewing

6.  Calculus or tartar buildup

7.  Teeth that seem loose or that change position

8.  Change in your bite

9.  Changes in the way your partial dentures fit

10. Bad breath or a chronic bad taste in your mouth

11. Teeth that are overly sensitive to hot and/or cold