Dr. Sasaki’s Dental Blog

June 30, 2009

Tooth Sensitivity Treatment in Ann Arbor

Filed under: Dental Health, Restorative Dentistry — Tags: , — @ 2:41 pm

Tooth Sensitivity Treatment in Ann Arbor Have you ever been eating an ice cream cone in Ann Arbor when you felt a sudden jolt of pain in one of your teeth? If the enamel is eroded, or the gums have receded, the dentin layer of the tooth is exposed. The substances that cause tooth pain travel to the pulp where the nerves of the tooth are located. Ouch!

Tooth sensitivity can be a signal that something is wrong. It may be caused by periodontal disease or bacteria build-up in a crack in a tooth.

Enamel erosion can be caused by a number of factors including acidic foods and drinks, teeth grinding, or cracked teeth. If your teeth are sensitive following a professional teeth whitening such as the ones we do here at Gary Sasaki DDS, MS, the sensitivity will probably be gone in a few weeks.

Surprisingly, one cause of gum recession for our Ann Arbor patients is brushing too hard. That’s right; it is possible to brush too hard!

If you experience constant or intermittent pain in your teeth or gums, call 734-482-7466 right away to make an appointment. Dr. Gary Sasaki takes tooth pain seriously.

At Gary Sasaki DDS, MS in Ann Arbor, we not only treat tooth sensitivity problems, we also perform entire smile makeovers for cosmetic dentistry patients in the Belleville and Saline areas. You’ll find us in the 48197 zip code area.

A Dental Spa to Transform Your Smile, Relax Your Body, and Rejuvenate.

June 24, 2009

Preventing Gum Disease at Gary Sasaki DDS, MS

Filed under: Dental Health, General Dentistry — Tags: , , — @ 4:34 pm

Preventing Gum Disease at Gary Sasaki DDS, MS Run your tongue along the gumline behind your lower front teeth. Do you feel a ridge? This is probably tartar or dental calculus.

Even if you brush and floss regularly, plaque and tartar can gradually accumulate. If not removed, these bacteria-breeding substances cause the gums to become irritated and swollen. Eventually, the gums become detached from the tooth, creating a ‘pocket’. This creates a new space for plaque and tartar to grow. In advanced stages of periodontal disease, the toxins created by the bacteria literally rot the gum, teeth and bone.

At Gary Sasaki DDS, MS in Ann Arbor, we perform the most thorough dental cleanings possible. Gum disease can be reversed in its early stages.

Our goal is to help our dental patients prevent gum disease before any damage occurs. Cleanings include root planing and periodontal scaling. Scaling removes the plaque and calculus above and, especially, below the gumline where your toothbrush cannot reach. Planing smoothes root surfaces so it is more difficult for plaque and tartar to accumulate and grow. It also creates a healthy surface for the gums to reattach to the root if necessary.

To schedule a deep cleaning, call 734-482-7466. We are located at 1900 Packard Rd. in Ann Arbor. In addition to providing comprehensive dental cleanings, we create mega-watt smiles for cosmetic dentistry clients. See http://www.midentalspa.com for more information about our state-of-the-art dental practice.

June 15, 2009

Are You Ready to Smile Again, Ann Arbor?

Filed under: Cosmetic Dentistry, Porcelain Veneers, Restorative Dentistry, Teeth Whitening — Tags: , , , — @ 10:37 pm

Are You Ready to Smile Again, Ann Arbor? Most Ann Arbor residents have plenty of things to smile about.

However, there are some folks who avoid smiling at all costs. Are you one of those people who cover their mouth when they laugh? Do you keep your mouth closed when someone takes a picture of you? Have you been hiding unsightly teeth for years?

It’s time to take care of those tooth problems and get a new lease on life.

If you are missing one or more teeth, talk to us about dental implants. A dental implant is a permanent tooth replacement that includes both root and crown. Because it is anchored into the jawbone, it looks and feels like a natural tooth.

Are your teeth yellow or gray? Have your teeth whitened at our Ann Arbor dental practice and experience an instant transformation.

Many of your friends and neighbors have benefited from porcelain veneers . They correct several types of imperfections and can be applied in just one visit to our Ann Arbor dental office.

Dr. Gary Sasaki
Gary Sasaki DDS, MS
http://www.midentalspa.com

June 7, 2009

Ann Arbor Cosmetic Dental Artistry

Filed under: Cosmetic Dentistry, Dental Implants, Porcelain Veneers, Restorative Dentistry, Teeth Whitening — Tags: , , , — @ 4:00 pm

Ann Arbor Cosmetic Dental Artistry Ann Arbor cosmetic dentistry is part science and part art.

I’m Dr. Gary Sasaki of Gary Sasaki DDS, MS and enjoy using my extensive dental training and specialized artistic skills to design treatment plans unique to each of my Ann Arbor cosmetic dental clients.

In order to achieve an attractive, yet natural looking result, I do much more than recommend specific procedures. I consider the shape, alignment, color and condition of the teeth. In order to create a balanced look, the facial shape and coloring is taken into account. The Ann Arbor dentistry client’s age, health condition and lifestyle all influence the plan.

At Gary Sasaki DDS, MS , there is no one size fits all treatment plan.

My artistic abilities have been perfected over several years of creating smile transformations for my cosmetic dentistry clients. I am constantly receiving the latest training in new techniques and materials.

Even fairly recent cosmetic dental procedures such as teeth whitening and porcelain veneers have advanced considerably. Dental implants are a truly remarkable solution for our Michigan dental clients who have lost one or more teeth.

I would love to design a personalized smile makeover for you. When the work has been completed and you are enjoying your new look, it will only be obvious to those who see you all the time. Others will assume you have always been blessed with a naturally beautiful and healthy smile.

June 2, 2009

Gummy Smile?

Filed under: Cosmetic Dentistry, Dental Crowns, Restorative Dentistry, Teeth Whitening — Tags: , , — @ 12:33 am

Gummy Smile? Many Ann Arbor cosmetic dentistry patients with a gummy smile undergo crown lengthening surgery to bring proper balance and symmetry to their smile. Gum tissue and, in some cases, bone is removed to expose more of the visible part of a tooth. It is a safe procedure that does not affect healthy tooth structure.

A ‘gummy smile’ is a term used to describe a smile with teeth that appear too short because an unusual amount of bone and soft tissue hide part of the crown. Our Ann Arbor cosmetic dental patients who have opted for crown lengthening love how their new perfect smile looks and feels. Some of our crown lengthening clients also choose teeth whitening for an extra-dazzling smile!

Crown lengthening is not used solely for cosmetic reasons. When a tooth is injured and breaks at the gum line or if a filling or crown comes off a tooth that contains decay, crown lengthening makes additional tooth structure accessible for further restorative work. It is also used to treat some types of periodontal disease .

At Gary Sasaki DDS, MS , we perform cosmetic and restorative crown lengthening for patients in the Ann Arbor area. The surgery can be performed by a general dentist , periodontist or oral surgeon.

If you are interested in crown lengthening or other cosmetic dental procedures and live in the Ann Arbor, area, schedule an exam with Dr. Gary Sasaki by calling 734-482-7466 . We are conveniently located at 1900 Packard Rd. in Ann Arbor. When you come in, we can show you before and after photos of Michigan cosmetic dentistry clients who are enjoying their new smile.

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