Although tea has a reputation as a healthy beverage, it may not be the best choice when it comes to keeping your teeth white. Dentists say tea -- especially the basic black variety -- can cause more stains than coffee. However, recent studies have found that even herbal teas and white teas have the potential to erode enamel and cause tooth staining.
Above article from: Webmd.com/oral-health
Savannah Dental Solutions
Drs. Schnabel, Schnabel & Smith
9A Medical Arts Center
Savannah, GA 31405
Phone: (912) 354-1366
Website: SavannahDentalSolutions.com
Dazzling Results to Whiten
Your Teeth in Just One Visit!
If you thought the stains or discoloration on your teeth
could not be removed, we have a small miracle for you!
Perhaps you have seen power whitening on TV or in a
magazine. With this professional
in-office method, you can return your teeth to a brilliant
white – in just one visit – and the whiteness can last for
years!
Another option is custom-made whitening trays that we
produce for you in our own lab. We give you instructions and
supplies to take home. It is also an effective method that
produces results in 1 - 14 days.
KöR Whitening Deep
Bleaching™ System – BEYOND Extreme!
Sometimes severely stained teeth will need a bleaching
system to return them to a brilliant white. Discoloration
may have occurred from use of the antibiotic tetracycline.
It can be a difficult case, but excellent results have been
produced with KöR Whitening Deep Bleaching. We are some of
the first dentists in our region to use this system, and we
are very pleased to be able to offer this to patients who
have been disappointed with other methods. These patients
will be very happy with their new, dazzling smile that they
thought impossible.
Savannah Dental Solutions
Drs. Schnabel, Schnabel & Smith
9A Medical Arts Center
Savannah, GA 31405
Phone: (912) 354-1366
Website: SavannahDentalSolutions.com
Complete
Comfort During Your Dental Care with Sedation Dentistry
We understand that a trip to the dentist can be a difficult
experience for some people. Shots, drills, and the use of
all the necessary instruments can create anxiety. But now,
we can alleviate all the fears and worries of the dentally
challenged. With conscious sedation dentistry, these
patients will become calm and not remember the treatment.
With just a single pill you take an hour before your
appointment, you will begin to feel increasingly relaxed as
you sit down in the dental chair. Gradually, your sedation
will deepen, but you are still conscious enough to answer
questions from the doctor. You will be put on a monitor for
observation of your vital signs throughout the treatment.
When the procedure is completed, a friend or family member
will drive you home. After about an hour, you will be back
to normal.
Unlike
sedation for surgery, you are not totally unconscious, just
unaware of the work being performed. This level of sedation
works well for those who have a greater fear of being
completely “put under.” This fear is typically based on
relinquishing control. That’s why conscious sedation works
well for most patient anxieties.
Other patients may need to have more work completed in a
single visit. They cannot make repeated visits to the
dentist, so accomplishing more work in one longer visit with
suitable sedation accommodates their needs. And then some
patients are resistant to anesthesia and need conscious
sedation in addition to the regular anesthesia to have
dental work performed.
We are one of the few practices in the state qualified to
administer a full range of sedation options, including IV
sedation. We also offer nitrous oxide (laughing gas) for
lighter sedation. We offer this array of options to let all
of our patients feel comfortable and relaxed throughout
their dental treatments.
Savannah Dental Solutions
Drs. Schnabel, Schnabel & Smith
9A Medical Arts Center
Savannah, GA 31405
Phone: (912) 354-1366
Website: SavannahDentalSolutions.com
What Causes Tooth Enamel Damage?
Enamel is kind of like the shell of an egg: it protects the softer, more vulnerable part of the tooth inside.
But unlike an eggshell, the thin layer of enamel is tough.
In fact, enamel is the hardest substance in the body. It can withstand decades of biting, chewing and crunching -- with some luck and good dental care.
Above article from: WebMD.com/oral-health
Savannah Dental Solutions
Drs. Schnabel, Schnabel & Smith
9A Medical Arts Center
Savannah, GA 31405
Phone: (912) 354-1366
Website: SavannahDentalSolutions.com
Always
Tired? Sleep Loss Can Kill You
Sufficient and restful sleep is very important for overall
good health. Restorative sleep lets your entire body
decompress and unwind from all the stresses you have
burdened your system with throughout the day. Sleep should
be revitalizing to your brain and body, allowing it to
regain enough energy for another full day of activity. In
contrast, lack of sound sleep can place excessive stress on
the heart muscle and contribute to cardiovascular disease or
hypertension. These serious conditions have been connected
to lack of sufficient or restful sleep.
Snoring Is More Than an
Annoyance
Snoring is often a symptom of a more serious health concern,
known as sleep apnea. This condition prevents the sufficient
flow of oxygen into the lungs throughout the night. It is
caused by an obstruction in the air passage. When left
untreated, the result can be serious health concerns for the
heart and brain and even lead to premature death. With all
the additional stress being placed on the body, the
resulting increase in stress hormones can also lead to
depression.
We have a solution to keep the airway open during sleep. It
is an oral appliance that eliminates snoring and, more
importantly, maintains continual and even breathing patterns
throughout the night to provide a restful sleep.
Our
Alternative to CPAP
The usual solution for sleep apnea is the use of the CPAP
device during sleep. It is a machine that provides a
continuous flow of air into the nose or mouth through a mask
that is worn over this area of the face. Many people find
wearing a bulky mask uncomfortable and an unsatisfactory
solution to the problem, so they discontinue wearing the
mask.
If you feel frustrated that the CPAP is not a solution to
your problem, let us show you an alternative that is easier
and more comfortable to use. Our doctors will custom fit you
with the SomnoDent™, an acrylic oral appliance that will
realign your jaw and tongue to keep your airway open and
allow the air to flow into your lungs during sleep. It is
similar to a mouthguard, as it fits over both the upper and
lower teeth. It can be removed and easily cleaned and takes
up little space in your suitcase when traveling. The
appliance is very successful in relieving snoring and
providing restful sleep.
Savannah Dental Solutions
Drs. Schnabel, Schnabel & Smith
9A Medical Arts Center
Savannah, GA 31405
Phone: (912) 354-1366
Website: SavannahDentalSolutions.com
What Causes Tooth Enamel Damage?
Another cause of tooth enamel damage is bruxism -- or teeth-grinding. Over time, the constant clenching and friction can wear down or fracture the enamel. In this slide, teeth grinding has ground down the upper and lower front teeth.
Bruxism is often worst when you sleep -- that's when you can't control it. Reducing stress may help. Some people wear a special mouth guard to bed.
Above article from: WebMD.com/oral-health
Savannah Dental Solutions
Drs. Schnabel, Schnabel & Smith
9A Medical Arts Center
Savannah, GA 31405
Phone: (912) 354-1366
Website: SavannahDentalSolutions.com
Implants
Are an Ideal Replacement
Dental implants appear life-like as they come up through the
gums, and look and function just like real teeth. They
return the ability to chew a variety of foods and give a
full and healthy smile. Implants can replace one or many
missing teeth. Those with no teeth can benefit, as they can
replace dentures that slip and tilt and instead provide
stability when chewing or speaking. There is no need to go
to another dental office, as we have complete capabilities
for this process from post placement to crown fabrication.
Immediate Load Implants –
Another Option
In addition to traditional implants, we offer our patients
All-on-4™ immediate load implants. They are placed in your
mouth and immediately are ready to absorb any pressure from
chewing. Previously, there was a waiting time of six months
for the adjacent bone to heal. As we can complete the entire
procedure in our office in a single visit, there is no need
to be referred to an oral surgeon. These will securely hold
your dentures in place with only four implants and never
need to be removed. They provide support as strong as your
natural teeth.
Savannah Dental Solutions
Drs. Schnabel, Schnabel & Smith
9A Medical Arts Center
Savannah, GA 31405
Phone: (912) 354-1366
Website: SavannahDentalSolutions.com
