'Smile Makeovers' in as Few as Two Visits!
Do you have a less-than-perfect smile - crooked teeth, unsightly gaps, or odd discolorations? We may have the solution for which you've been searching. Our porcelain veneers are made from the most advanced dental ceramic available and colored to blend seamlessly with your other teeth. Extremely thin and hard, veneers are bonded to your teeth in a way that makes them appear straight and uniform, creating an attractive smile. In as few as two visits, your misshapen, chipped, cracked, or worn teeth can be painlessly altered to appear close to perfect. Crooked teeth can look like they've had years of straightening! Ask us if veneers are right for you.
Smiles of Memorial
Daniel Dernick, DDS
909 Dairy Ashford Rd #113
Houston, TX 77079
(281) 493-0061
SmilesofMemorial.com
In Case of Emergency...
Have your dentist’s contact info handy in your cell phone or keep a business card in your wallet. “If you think you need to talk to somebody, you probably do,” Dr. Messina says. In fact, more dental emergencies can be resolved over the phone than you might think (especially if you keep up regular visits). “As a patient, it’s hard to know the difference between something that needs to be treated right away and something that can wait until you get home,” he says. “That’s what we are here for.”
In Case of Emergency Overseas...
If you are out of the country and absolutely in need of a dentist, Dr. Messina recommends getting in touch with the local consulate or U.S. embassy. “While talking to the concierge at the hotel is OK, ask the consulate and their employees for a recommendation,” he says. “It’s an independent recommendation and not someone who may be driving business because of a contract or to a relative.”
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Forget Your Toothbrush?
Sunscreen? Check. Phone charger? Check. Toothbrush? Oops. If you find yourself temporarily without a toothbrush, Dr. Messina says you can rinse vigorously with water to wash away some of that cavity-causing bacteria. You could also put some toothpaste on a clean washcloth or your clean finger in a pinch. When you finally get to the nearest drugstore, look for a toothbrush with the ADA Seal of Acceptance. If there aren’t any Seal products, buy the softest brush you can find.
Proper Toothbrush Transport
Letting your toothbrush air dry is how you keep your toothbrush clean at home, but that’s not always possible on vacation. What’s a traveling toothbrush to do? “I’m a big fan of resealable plastic bags. Keeping your toothbrush clean and out of contact with other things is more important that making sure it’s dry on vacation,” Dr. Messina says. “A bag keeps your toothbrush separate from everything else in your luggage. When you get there, pop it open and let your brush air dry.”
To read the entire article visit MouthHealthy.org.
Pack an ADA-Accepted Pack of Gum
Chewing sugarless gum can help relieve ear pressure during a flight ñ and help keep cavities at bay on vacay. Research shows that chewing sugarless gum for 20 minutes after a meal can help prevent cavities. That’s because it gets saliva flowing, which helps wash away cavity-causing bacteria. Sugarless gum with the ADA Seal is guaranteed to do the trick.
When In Doubt, Brush with Bottled Water
If you are in a country where the water supply is compromised - or you’re on a wilderness adventure but aren’t sure how clean the stream is - always use bottled water to brush. “Don’t use the local water to brush your teeth,” Dr. Messina says. What happens if you accidentally get local water on your toothbrush? “Get a new one if you can,” he says. “If that isn’t possible, rinse your brush well with bottled water to reduce the risk of getting sick.”
To read the entire article visit MouthHealthy.org.
Smiles of Memorial
Daniel Dernick, DDS
909 Dairy Ashford Rd #113
Houston, TX 77079
(281) 493-0061
SmilesofMemorial.com
Worried About Knocking Out a Tooth?
You play to win, and that means playing hard, which increases your risk of accidentally damaging a tooth. In fact, within the United States an estimated 5 million teeth are knocked out or damaged every year. Wearing a mouthguard can help, but the one-size-fits-all guards found in stores are a sloppy fit, offer very little protection, and can make proper breathing during an active performance difficult. On the other hand, custom-made sports mouthguards fit well, protect well, and can be worn for any sport. As an added bonus, a custom guard will properly align your jaw and improve your breathing capacity during training. We offer custom mouthguards by PlaySafe™ and recommend them for a multitude of sports from acrobatics to football - from martial arts to wrestling.
Smiles of Memorial
Daniel Dernick, DDS
909 Dairy Ashford Rd #113
Houston, TX 77079
(281) 493-0061
SmilesofMemorial.com
TMJ/TMD - Proper Bite Alignment Treatment Helps You Say 'Goodbye' to Headaches and Jaw Pains!
Frequent headaches, aching or popping jaws, and neck and shoulder pain can all be signs you're suffering from a TMJ disorder. When your temporomandibular joint (TMJ) is out of alignment, your whole body can be affected. Worn or missing teeth, dental disease, or a variety of other factors can cause your jaw to be unable to settle into its appropriate relaxed position. This shifting of your jaw alters your "bite" (dental occlusion) and a host of other problems can result. Often, this can be treated with a dental appliance (night guard), which we design just for you. Sometimes, a highly technical procedure known as full mouth rehabilitation is necessary, which can help you restore your dental occlusion and return your jaw to the position nature intended. Stop living with the pain and discomfort. Let us help you discover the benefits this treatment can bring to your quality of life.
Smiles of Memorial
Daniel Dernick, DDS
909 Dairy Ashford Rd #113
Houston, TX 77079
(281) 493-0061
SmilesofMemorial.com
Whiter Teeth Equate to an Amazing Smile!
Restore the brilliant white to your smile in just one visit. With our in-office power whitening treatment, it's possible to remove years of staining and discoloration caused by beverages, tobacco use, or the side effects of certain medications. The results of our professional bleaching process can last for years! We also offer custom whitening trays made in our own lab. You receive supplies and instructions, allowing you to safely and effectively whiten at home. Results occur within 1 - 14 days.
Smiles of Memorial
Daniel Dernick, DDS
909 Dairy Ashford Rd #113
Houston, TX 77079
(281) 493-0061
SmilesofMemorial.com
Do you have a less-than-perfect smile - crooked teeth, unsightly gaps, or odd discolorations? We may have the solution for which you've been searching. Our porcelain veneers are made from the most advanced dental ceramic available and colored to blend seamlessly with your other teeth. Extremely thin and hard, veneers are bonded to your teeth in a way that makes them appear straight and uniform, creating an attractive smile. In as few as two visits, your misshapen, chipped, cracked, or worn teeth can be painlessly altered to appear close to perfect. Crooked teeth can look like they've had years of straightening! Ask us if veneers are right for you.
