INVISALIGN FALL SPECIAL

October 2010

Plan Your Flex Dollars Now and Save Next Year!

Fall Special: Schedule your complimentary Invisalign^® consultation before January 1, 2011 and receive $100. OFF your Invisalign^® Treatment.

Get the confident smile you’ve always wanted. Invisalign offers a clear alternative to braces. Invisalign aligners are comfortable to wear and don’t require you to change your busy lifestyle! Learn about Invisalign^® treatment at www.longwood-dental.com and see how Invisalign treatment can give you the confident, beautiful smile you’ve always wanted.

Call now to schedule your free Invisalign consultation with Dr. Dana Lazowski in October, November or December.

Make the investment in yourself! Invisalign^® treatment is easy and affordable … start your New Year with confidence.

Longwood Dental Group 1842 Beacon Street Brookline, MA 02445

617.566.5445

ZOOM! at Longwood Dental Group

ZOOM! for a BRIGHTER WHITER SMILE

Whitening is one of the most popular and safe cosmetic dental procedures being done today. We offer a chairside professional whitening system called ZOOM!. It is safe, convenient and offers immediate results especially for the busy individual.

ZOOM! is a bleaching process that lightens discolored teeth. The procedure is simple and takes less than an hour in the office. The clinician will prepare you with a short process of covering your lips and gums, leaving only your teeth exposed. A special whitening gel is applied which is designed to work with a special light. They work together to gently penetrate the teeth, breaking up stains and discoloration.


Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Who may benefit from whitening?
A: Almost anyone. However, treatment may not be as effective for some as it is for others. We can determine if you are a viable candidate for this procedure through a thorough oral exam, including a shade assessment.


Q: Do many people whiten their teeth?
A: More people than you might imagine. A bright sparkling smile can make a huge difference for everyone.


Q: How long do the results last?
A: By following some simple post whitening care instructions, your teeth will always be lighter than they were before. To keep your teeth looking their best, we recommend flossing, brushing twice daily, and occasional touch-ups with a professional whitening gel that we will provide to you.


Q:How does the ZOOM! In-office system work?
A: The light activated whitening gel's active ingredient is Hydrogen Peroxide. As the Hydrogen Peroxide is broken down, oxygen enters the enamel and dentin, bleaching colored substances while the structure of the tooth is unchanged. The ZOOM! light aids in activating the hydrogen peroxide and helps it penetrate the surface of the tooth. A study has shown that use of the Zoom! lamp increases the effectiveness of the Zoom! gel by 26% or more, giving an average improvement of eight shades.


Q: What does the patient experience during the Zoom! In-Office Procedure?
A: During the procedure, patients may comfortably listen to music or read.

Dental Exams Can Save Lives!

Not only do periodic dental examinations help detect cavities and gum disease, but they also allow early detection of oral cancer.

During dental exams, we screen for precancerous changes in the oral tissues, perform a head and neck exam and help detect cancer at a stage when it can be more successfully treated.

Because early detection is important, check your mouth when brushing and flossing. Contact our our office if you notice any changes in the appearance of your mouth or any of the signs and symptoms listed below:

• A persistant sore or irritation that does not heal;
• Color changes such as the development of red and/or white lesions or blue lesions;
• Pain, tenderness or numbness anywhere in the mouth or lips;
• A lump, thickening, rough spot, crust or small eroded area;
• Difficulty in chewing, swallowing, speaking or moving the jaw or tongue;
• Changes in bite.

Each year, 10,000 Americans die of oral cancer, with 30,000 new cases of the disease diagnosed annually. Did you know that one of the most common treatable cancers among women is Thyroid Cancer? Your dentist or dental hygienist can alert you to an abnormally sized or shaped thyroid gland.

Dentists are often first to detect this disease when it is in its early, treatable stages. So visit the office a minimum of twice yearly.