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South Florida Dentist Warns about Holiday Foods

When most people think of foods that can harm your teeth, they think of candy. “However, there are a lot of other foods to avoid,” says Dr. Charles Nottingham, a cosmetic dentist at Smile South Florida. “Unfortunately, many of them are popular during the holidays.”

Sugar: Sugar, of course, is the #1 culprit in causing cavities. The worst offenders are sticky foods like lollipops, hard candies, and gum drops. They give you a double whammy. Not only are they high in sugar, but they also stick to your teeth for a long time after you eat. Surprisingly chocolate is less like to be a culprit because it binds with fat molecules and doesn’t stick to teeth as well as other candies. If you do eat a lot of sugary foods, try to do so at mealtimes when increased saliva can wash sugar off teeth.

Starches: “Bread and potatoes are very popular parts of traditional holiday meals,” points out Dr. Nottingham. “But, the refined flour in white bread and the starch in potatoes are essentially sugars and so will affect your teeth the same way refined sugar does. So cut back on those rolls, mashed potatoes, holiday cookies, and potato chips.”

Alcohol: An occasional drink at a holiday party is okay. But excess alcohol wears away tooth enamel, discoloring teeth and making them vulnerable to cavities.

The good news is there are a lot of foods that are healthy for your teeth as well. “In general most fruits and vegetables help strengthen your teeth – as do a lot of foods containing protein,” says Dr. Nottingham.

Fruits and Vegetables: Any fruit or veggie with a lot of fiber will help out. Onions, celery, kiwis, parsley, and apples are all singled out by experts as being particularly good for your teeth. So look for holiday recipes that include these foods.

Dairy Products: In general cheese, yogurt, milk, and other dairy products (without added sugar), are good choices for the teeth. They help generate saliva which washes sugars off the teeth and they contain calcium, which strengthens them.

About Smile South Florida Cosmetic Dentistry
The cosmetic dentists at Smile South Florida Cosmetic Dentistry have offices in Broward County and West Palm Beach and provide Boca Raton Dentistry, Fort Lauderdale Dentistry and Miami Dentistry.

About Nottingham Consulting Group
Nottingham Consulting Group (NCG) is a business consulting firm specializing in business management, business coaching and marketing strategies.

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South Florida Cosmetic Dentist Notes How Oral Health Affects the Whole Body

People tend to think of beautiful straight teeth as a purely cosmetic concern – a luxury rather than a necessity. However, teeth that are crooked, stained, or have other problems can cause physiological problems in the rest of the body or can be an indicator of other health problems.

“Crooked and crowded teeth are hard to clean properly, potentially leading to tooth decay, gum disease, and tooth loss,” notes Dr. Charles Nottingham, a Miami dentist and Fort Lauderdale dentist.”A bad bite can also cause abnormal wear of tooth surfaces, poor speech, and excessive stress on the jaw bone and gum tissue.”

Poor bites can also influence chewing and swallowing and food selection – leading to nutritional problems. Pain in the jaw or teeth can lead to pain in the head, neck, shoulders, or elsewhere in the body. Oral pain often leads to diminished activity, lost work days, depression, sleep problems, and missed school for children.

“In addition, problems with your teeth can be an indicator of whole-body health issues,” points out Dr. Nottingham, a South Florida cosmetic dentist.”Scientific research indicates a link between gum disease and many other overall health problems including: high blood pressure, heart disease, stroke, arthritis, premature births and many more.”

Sometimes teeth can reveal a previously unknown health condition. Conditions that can be detected in the mouth include diabetes (causesgum infections), acid reflux (teeth are much more prone to decay), some auto-immune disorders (the soft tissue in the mouth and salivary glands can be affected), liver diseases (the soft tissue in the mouth is jaundiced) and many more.

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Smile South Florida Cosmetic Dentist Selected for the Ultimate Makeover Team

In the spirit of ABC’s Extreme Makeovers and Fox’s the Swan, there is a new standard:The Ultimate Makeover. Those shows have made extreme aesthetic transformations popular nationwide, but the new program offers a twist. In the Ultimate Makeover Program, Florida’s best doctors and health practitioners go beyond changing people’s looks to transforming their lives. The Ultimate Team will help the less fortunate through community activism and fundraising corporate partnerships as well as through cosmetic procedures.

Nottingham Consulting Group sponsored a research investigation to discover South Florida’s top health practitioners. Each practitioner was selected by an independent panel using Ten Criteria. y qualifying and certifying the team, the community panel ensured that each practitioner meets a high standard of trust and professional ability.

The Ten Criteria are:

  • Years of experience
  • High quality education
  • Good standing in the community
  • Industry accolades and leadership
  • History of published works
  • Client testimonials
  • Tradition of community service
  • Praise from colleagues
  • A high degree of professionalism
  • Marketing

Each year the Ultimate Makeover Team will perform a makeover for a deserving member or members of the community at no cost to the participant. The makeover may include cosmetic dentistry, plastic surgery, laser eye surgery, and personal training. Makeover recipients will be chosen from local charities and the community.

The Ultimate Makeover Project raises money for a charity every year. The charity for 2010 is Women In Distress, the only nationally accredited, state-certified, full service domestic violence center serving Florida’s Broward County.

Charles Nottingham, D.D.S., F.A.G.D. was selected for The Ultimate Makeover Team because of his professional recognitions, quality of work, patient support, and community service. He has been hailed by da Vinci Studios, ABC’s Extreme Makeover Dental Lab, as “Florida’s Extreme Makeover Dentist.” Dr. Nottingham has received advanced training from the Pankey Institute and is a Fellow in the Academy of General Dentistry.

About Smile South Florida Cosmetic Dentistry

The cosmetic dentists at Smile South Florida Cosmetic Dentistry have offices in Broward County and West Palm Beach and provide Boca Raton Dentistry, FortLauderdale Dentistry and Miami Dentistry. They specialize in dental aesthetics including porcelain veneers, dental implants, extreme makeovers, Invisalign, and sedation dentistry.

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South Florida Cosmetic Dentist Describes Dangers of Neglecting Dental Treatment

The Surgeon General’s first report on oral health observes that dental cavities are the most common childhood health problem – 5 times more common than asthma. More than 50% of children ages 5 to 9 have at least one filling.

One of South Florida’s best cosmetic dentists, Dr. Charles Nottingham, observes “We lack adequate access to dental care for many Americans. For every American with dental insurance, there are three more who don’t have it.”

Poor children are two times more likely to suffer from cavities than their more affluent peers. More than 51 million school hours are lost to dental-related illnesses and the corresponding pain can cause problems with learning, eating, and speaking. “We have the technology and know-how to ensure that everyone can improve their oral health, but not everyone has access to it,” notes Dr. Nottingham, one of South Florida’s best dentists.

Adults don’t fare much better. Fewer than two-thirds visit a dentist in a given year. Americans lose more than 164 million hours of work time each year from dental disease or dental visits. Severe periodontal disease affects 14% of adults 45-54. “Smoking and other forms of tobacco use are big contributors to poor oral health,” says Dr. Nottingham, a cosmetic dentist. “Yet many Americans remain unaware of that.”

“Oral care is an integral part of overall health care. Dental visits can prevent a number of problems – such as infections – which, left untreated, can spread to the rest of your body,” points out cosmetic dentistry specialist Dr. Nottingham.

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South Florida Cosmetic Dentist Warns Against Badly Trained Cosmetic Dentists

Nationally there are over 150,000 dentists, and the number is growing at a rapid rate. However, a staggering quantity of inexperienced students graduate from dental school every year and enter directly into practice. Some of these graduates go on to get specialized training in cosmetic dentistry, but many become general dentists who attempt specialized cosmetic dentistry without the necessary expertise.

A survey by Harris Interactive revealed that 11% of Americans annually (and the number grows every year) received an in-office cosmetic dental procedure to beautify their smiles. High-quality cosmetic dentistry can transform your appearance, but poorly executed dentistry can prove disastrous.

Here’s a shocking statistic from the American Academy of Esthetic Dentistry: over 25% of Americans’ yearly expenditures cosmetic dentistry is spend re-doing and correcting unsatisfactory dental work from a previous visits. “While cosmetic dentistry can be transformative, badly performed dentistry can lead to a lifetime of pain and problems.” says Dr. Charles Nottingham, one of the best cosmetic dentists in Florida.

A report by the Surgeon General found that over 39 million people, or 22%, experience some kind of oral-facial pain in a given six month period. The report estimates that 12.2% of Americans suffers from toothache, 5.3% from jaw joint pain, and 1.4% from face or cheek pain.

Founder of the American Academy of Esthetic Dentistry, Ronald E. Goldstein estimates that 50% of American dental work is spent on cosmetic procedures. Undoing other dentists’ shoddy work accounts for an estimated one-seventh of the over $80 Billion spent on dentistry in the U.S. In a 2004 Wall Street Journal article, various cosmetic dentists estimated that re-doing others’ work accounts for 25% to 50% of their work.

“You need to be a careful consumer of dental services,” Dr. Nottingham, a South Florida cosmetic dentistry provider, points out. “Do your research and make sure you choose a reputable doctor with a lot of experience in your procedures.”

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Miami Cosmetic Dentist Explains Sedation Dentistry

Nearly 30% of Americans are afraid of visiting the dentist and even will put up with pain or discomfort to avoid dental visits. However, for those people, there is another way:sedation dentistry. It can also be called oral sedation dentistry, anxiety-free dentistry, and relaxation dentistry.

Miami Cosmetic Dentist Explains Sedation Dentistry

Available for both general and cosmetic dentistry, sedation dentistry can be used for procedures from simple cleanings and root canals to complete smile makeovers. At a dental visit you and your dentist will agree on the needed treatment. The dentist will give you a prescription for a drug such as Valium, Ativan, or Sonata.

“Most of the drugs have been available for years and all are safe to use,” says one of Miami’s best sedation dentists, Dr. Kenneth Anenberg, cosmetic dentist from Smile South Florida. “Some of the prescriptions last longer than others, so the amount of time necessary for your treatment will help determine what kind of medicine you will receive. Be sure to tell the dentist about other drugs you are taking and details of your medical condition.”

The day of the procedure, you will take your medicine before the appointment – how far in advance will be determined by how long your treatment will take. You will need a companion to drive you to and from your appointment. When the dentist starts the procedure, you will feel relaxed and, possibly, drowsy, points out Anenberg, a Miami sedation dentist. Most patients don’t sleep deeply unless they’ve been administered general anesthesia, which most dentists don’t provide.

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Fort Lauderdale Cosmetic Dentists Signs Exclusive Agreement with da Vinci Studios

Smile South Florida’s top cosmetic dentist in the Fort Lauderdale and Miami area, Dr. Charles Nottingham, has maintained a close relationship with the owner of da Vinci Studios, Daniel Materdomini. Dr. Nottingham and Daniel speak regularly about maintaining the best cosmetic dental practices with da Vinci veneers. In fact, the Daniel sent his own mother to Dr. Nottingham for a full cosmetic reconstruction – and were very pleased with the results.

Fort Lauderdale Cosmetic Dentists Signs Exclusive Agreement with da Vinci Studios

In a letter to fort lauderdale dentist Dr. Nottingham, the owner of da Vinci Studios wrote: “… your preparations and impressions exceeded perfection. I had an opportunity to use many dentists in the area…but I chose you because of your experience, knowledge and the dedication you have with your patients. My Mom was thrilled with her new smile…If the ‘Extreme Makeover’ show was filmed in Florida, I am sure you would be the providing dentist.”

Da Vinci Studios offers two lines: the da Vinci line which offers fee-for-service veneers and crowns and the Leonardo line which offers veneers and crowns for PPO insurance patients. Because of the success of the da Vinci line and their faith in its durability, da Vinci studios extended the warranty on new da Vinci veneers so they are guaranteed for life. The Fort Lauderdale cosmetic dentists at Smile South Florida offer both lines.

“I have seen Dr. Nottingham transform people’s lives. Dr. Nottingham is giving South Florida something to smile about.” said, Daniel Materdomini.

This opinion is seconded by Craig Galbraith, also from da Vinci studios: “I have never seen a smile gallery as extensive as Smile South Florida’s and where the final result of every case is of such a high standard.”

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Fort Lauderdale Cosmetic Dentists Offer Revolutionary Sports Appliance

Fort Lauderdale Cosmetic Dentists Offer Revolutionary Sports Appliance Cosmetic dentists at Smile South Florida Cosmetic Dentistry are now fitting patients for the Makkar PPM sports mouth guard which enhances sports performance.

Lauderdale cosmetic dentist Dr. Charles Nottingham and his team at Smile South Florida Cosmetic Dentistry have recently started offering the Makkar PPM sports appliance, a mouth guard which is specially fitted to each user and has been proven to enhance sports performance. Invented by Dr. Anil Makkar, each appliance is custom-designed and manufactured for each individual. The device aligns the athlete’s head, neck and spine improving balance, range of motion, flexibility, endurance, and oxygen flow during athletic activities.

The appliance works on the principle that the muscles of the face, jaw and neck should be aligned to be most efficient and restful. Most people do not have that alignment naturally and the result can be headaches, neck strain, and cracked teeth. The benefits that users experience are the result of a more efficient neuromusculature, and enhanced oxygen flow through an increased airway. Most athletes see improvement in their performance immediately.

The Makkar PPM products are only available through trained dentists who are PPM-certified. Now the cosmetic dentists at Smile South Florida Cosmetic Dentistry are offering this mouth guard to their patients. The dentists are Smith South Florida thenexamine their patients using advanced technology to see where the muscles and jaw should fall naturally. They take an impression and bite registration of the patient’s mouth and send it to the manufacturer, which creates a customized mouth guard. The PPM mouth guard is a true game changer. No matter which sport, it gives its users an edge over the competition. The mouth guard is used and endorsed by a number of well-known athletes, including Shaquille O’Neal and Terrell Owens, who have their own Signature Series lines of the PPM device. Skier Bode Miller and golfers Scott McCarron and Mike Elkington also sing the appliance’s praises. The New Orleans Saints recently became the first NFL team to get the PPM mouth guard for every athlete — a purchase that may have played a role in the team’s spectacular 2009 season.

“This really is a unique device,” says Dr. Charles Nottingham, a Miami cosmetic dentist & Fort Lauderdale dentist at Smile South Florida. “It can be used by high school, college, amateur and professional athletes. Just about everyone who uses it sees immediate improvement in posture, balance, strength and endurance. It’s particularly useful in sports with a lot of explosive moves such as tennis, hockey, and football, but athletes in most sports benefit from it.”

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Acclaimed Miami Cosmetic Dentistry Practice Welcomes Dr. George Kolos to Team

Internationally recognized cosmetic dental practice Smile South Florida has recently added a top Miami cosmetic dentist to its lauded staff. Bringing 20 years of cosmetic and restorative dental experience to his new home at Smile South Florida, Dr. George Kolos, DMD, looks forward to providing his patients with beautiful and healthy smiles for years to come.

Acclaimed Miami Cosmetic Dentistry Practice Welcomes Dr. George Kolos to Team

Dr. Kolos is currently practicing from Smile South Florida’s Miami Cosmetic Dentistry, Fort Lauderdale, and Boca Raton offices. The Miami dentist was invited to join Smile South Florida due to his body of work as a Ft. Lauderdale cosmetic dentist, his status in the dental community, and his personal relationship with Smile South Florida’s leading dentist, Dr. Charles Nottingham.

“The opportunity to practice alongside my colleagues at Smile South Florida was an opportunity I couldn’t pass up,” says Dr. Kolos. “The team has made an impression across the globe as leaders in cosmetic dentistry. Working in this atmosphere of advanced technologies with a world-class staff that practices patient-friendly treatment makes it easy to come to work ready to make a difference in my patients’ lives.”

When possible, the cosmetic dentist prefers to treat patients with less invasive, less painful methods such as Waterlase dental laser treatment. Waterlase treatment is an advanced dental restorative tool that replaces traditional dental drills.

Whereas drills necessitate the use of anesthesia and create painful, traumatic experiences, Waterlase can remove tooth decay and perform periodontal (gum) treatment with less discomfort to the patient. In fact, Waterlase treatments have little need for anesthetics due to its less-invasive nature comments Dr. Kolos.

“I may be at a different office, but I will always be treating my patients delicately and with the utmost respect,” says Dr. Kolos. “I hope to see many of my patients from my private practice at Smile South Florida and I am looking forward to making new connections with new patients as well.”

Prior to joining Smile South Florida, Dr. Kolos practiced from his private Fort Lauderdale dental practice for 20 years. Dr. Kolos is an adjunct professor at Nova Southeastern College, the Broward County’s Dental Association’s (BCDA) President, and is a Waterlase dental laser instructor. The Ft. Lauderdale dentist also gives back to the community through the Give Kids A Smile program, volunteer work at food banks, and planting mangroves at Kids Ecology Core.

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Dental Facelift Offered At Smile South Florida Cosmetic Dentistry

At Smile South Florida Cosmetic Dentistry, our top cosmetic dentists look at the whole picture when it comes to cosmetic and restorative dental work.

As we age, our teeth wear down and our faces appear more short. The cheeks also become sunken in and there is a collapse of the dental arches. This creates the appearance of more defined lines around the mouth and lower face, as well as an aging effect due to discoloration and reduced quality of the dental aesthetics. This is why Smile South Florida performs a dental restorative facelift.

A dental facelift is the use of cosmetic dentistry to create the effect of a traditional facelift, without intrusive plastic surgery.

A dental facelift can take years off of the face by restoring the fullness of the face lost over time. It can have a significant impact on not just the look of the patients face, but also on the function by having proper tooth, bite, and jaw alignment.

As we reach middle age, the dental arches, especially on the lower teeth, have a tendency to collapse inward given a sunken in look to the jaw. Widening the smile is one important method to help in giving back the fullness of the cheeks. We take into consideration replacing lost tooth structure and improving the height of the teeth. The teeth also start to become chipped, worn, crooked, discolored, and can even fall out/be missing. This also presents severe aging effect to the mouth, and especially the entire face.

Here are some of the dramatic results that can be achieved through cosmetic and restorative dentistry at Smile South Florida:

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Smile South Florida Cosmetic Dentistry can give you back that youthful look to your ace, and keep you smiling all of the time.  Come in today for a complimentary consulation, and see if you are a candidate for a dental restorative facelift.  You can call our office toll-free or email us!

About Smile South Florida Cosmetic Dentistry

The cosmetic dentists at Smile South Florida Cosmetic Dentistry have offices in Broward County and West Palm Beach and provide Boca Raton Dentistry, Fort Lauderdale Dentistry and Miami Dentistry. The dentists specialize in dental aesthetics including porcelain veneers, dental implants, extreme makeovers, Invisalign, and sedation dentistry.

About Dr. Charles Nottingham

Charles Nottingham, D.D.S., Fellow in the Academy of General Dentistry, is an internationally and nationally renowned cosmetic dentist. He has been creating dazzling, healthy smiles for his patients since 1974.

About Dr. Kenneth Anenberg

Besides being an excellent cosmetic dentist, Dr. Anenberg specializes in Invisalign, a revolutionary alternative to metal braces, and sedation dentistry & sleep dentistry.

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Smile South Florida Cosmetic Dentistry Is Offering A Limited Time Summer Invisalign Special To Both New And Current Patients

Many patients want to have the benefits of a beautiful straight smile, but do not want to be inconvenienced with wearing unsightly metal braces for several years. This is where the Invisalign method can make a difference. Invisalign is an alternative to traditional braces, where the patient uses a series of clear aligners that are custom molded to fit the patient’s teeth. The aligners are gradually repositioned over time to adjust the smile and give the desired result.

In contrast to traditional braces that are permanently fixed into the mouth during treatment, Invisalign braces are removable during eating and to brush the teeth. Heather, Marketing & Guest Services Coordinator for the South Florida Dentist, and current Invisalign patient said, “I wanted to have straight teeth for my upcoming wedding, but there was no way that I would be caught wearing metal braces for several years. This is my chance to have straight teeth in a short amount of time without anyone knowing that I am even wearing braces.”

Currently, Smile South Florida is offering a 25% off regular price special on Invisalign treatment that will run until September 1st, 2009. This offers a huge savings to the patient, especially since Invisalign is typically not covered by many dental insurance plans.

Dr. Kenneth Anenberg is the premier Fort Lauderdale Cosmetic Dentist at Smile South Florida, who specializes in the Invisalign treatment for patients. When discussing with Dr. Anenberg the reasoning for this discounted special, Dr. Anenberg mentioned that “there are so many patients who really need help, but cannot regularly afford this treatment…. This is their opportunity to get Invisalign.”

About Smile South Florida Cosmetic Dentistry

The cosmetic dentists at Smile South Florida Cosmetic Dentistry have offices in Broward County and West Palm Beach and provide Boca Raton Dentistry, Fort Lauderdale Dentistry and Miami Dentistry. The dentists specialize in dental aesthetics including porcelain veneers, dental implants, extreme makeovers Invisalign, and sedation dentistry.

About Dr. Charles Nottingham
Charles Nottingham, D.D.S., Fellow in the Academy of General Dentistry, is an internationally and nationally renowned
cosmetic dentist. He has been creating dazzling, healthy smiles for his patients since 1974.

About Dr. Kenneth Anenberg
Besides being an excellent
cosmetic dentist, Dr. Anenberg specializes in Invisalign, a revolutionary alternative to metal braces, and sedation dentistry & sleep dentistry.

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Smile South Florida Cosmetic Dentistry Is Announcing The Launch Of Its Patient Testimonial Video Gallery On Its South Florida Dentist Website, In Addition To Its Smile Gallery

Miami cosmetic dentist launches patient testimonial video gallery, in addition to its smile gallery. During its patient gratitude party, Smile South Florida’s top cosmetic dentist patients shared their dental experience with the world. Miami Cosmetic Dentist patient, Mary, a former hygienist, says that she always looks at smiles and feels that smiles “bring out the beauty in people.” She concluded her testimonial by saying: “I actually thought coming here was very relaxing… They make you feel at home and comfortable,” she said.

A Fort Lauderdale Cosmetic Dentist patient, Andrew, who is a business executive, explained that he interviewed many dentists, but their proposals were, in his words, “ridiculous… [and] outrageous.” After interviewing some Smile South Florida patients, he was “very pleased with what [he] saw…” Andrew echoed the doctors advice: “The concept he was trying to tell me was, whereas I was interested in being well, what was happening was an improvement in my well being,” he said.

The star at the patient gratitude party was ABC’s Extreme Makeover Dental Labowners’ mother, who is a Smile South Florida patient. She said, “For my son to send me here… it meant a lot to me…. You couldn’t find a better doctor and you couldn’t be in better hands….”

About Smile South Florida Cosmetic Dentistry

The cosmetic dentists at Smile South Florida Cosmetic Dentistry have offices in Broward County and West Palm Beach and provide patients Boca Raton Dentistry, Fort Lauderdale Dentistry and Miami Dentistry. The dentists specialize in dental aesthetics including porcelain veneers, dental implants, extreme makeovers Invisalign, and sedation dentistry. 

About Dr. Charles Nottingham

Palm Beach Cosmetic Dentist, Boca Raton Cosmetic Dentist, & Fort Lauderdale Cosmetic Dentist Charles Nottingham, D.D.S., Fellow in the Academy of General Dentistry, is an internationally and nationally renowned cosmetic dentist. He has been creating dazzling, healthy smiles for his patients since 1974.

About Dr. Kenneth Anenberg

Besides being an excellent cosmetic dentist and restorative dentist, Dr. Anenberg specializes in Invisalign, a revolutionary alternative to metal braces, and Sedation-Sleep Dentistry.

About da Vinci Dental Studios

DaVinci Studios (da Vinci Studios) is the dental lab service featured on ABC’s Extreme Makeover and Fox’s the Swan. For the last twenty years, our offices have been working with daVinci Studios to reconstruct thousands of smiles. Recently, we had the distinct honor of being selected by the owners of daVinci Studios to do a full mouth reconstruction on their mother.

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Full-Mouth Rehabilitation and Bite Management of Severely Worn Dentition

Introduction
Creating a beautiful smile for a patient is extremely rewarding for the dentist as well as for the team, and this should never be taken for granted. We are blessed with the ability to change someone’s self esteem, confidence and, possibly, the course of their life.

The case presented here was featured on the cover of the Spring 2008 issue of The Journal of Cosmetic Dentistry. While it was quite challenging, I will never forget this case,, as it changed the life of a recovering bulimia patient. Eating disorders affect approximately seven million people in the United States. Although I have seen the effects of bulimia on the dentition previously, never have I witnessed it to this extent.

The patient was diagnosed with loss of vertical dimension as a direct result of bulimia and bruxism.

Patient History
The patient, a 30-year-old female, wanted to improve her smile and to address the constant fracturing of her teeth. Although it was difficult for her to discuss, she told me about her history of bulimia and that after a long struggle, she is now recovered. She was ready not only to change her smile, but also to see what could be done about her “collapsing” face, as she put it. She confessed that her unwillingness to smile was affecting her socially and that she always covered her mouth when she laughed (Fig 1).

Clinical Evaluation and Diagnosis
After performing a thorough clinical examination, I noted a severely worn dentition, widespread abfraction lesions, and multiple fractured teeth and restorations. The palatal surfaces of the maxillary anterior teeth were completely eroded and devoid of enamel, as is typically seen with bulimic patients (Figs 2 & 3). As expected, the patient’s teeth were very sensitive to temperature changes. Tooth #5 had been extracted due to a fractured root, and in its place was a successfully osseointegrated implant (Straumann USA; Andover, MA) that had been placed one year earlier. She had lost approximately 30% of the length of her central incisors due to attrition. Upon radiographic examination, no severe decay or pulpal pathology was evident. Periodontal probing depths were within normal limits.

The patient suffered f r o m many typical symptoms of temporomandibular disease (TMD), such as joint pain, severe headaches, tinnitus, and orofacial muscle pain with spasms.1These symptoms were not surprising, as craniomandibular dysfunction is often seen with loss of vertical dimension. She was also a severe bruxer and said this provided her with relief. Due to this vertical loss, the lower third of her face was collapsed and disproportionate. The patient was diagnosed with loss of vertical dimension as a direct result of bulimia and bruxism; this was accompanied by multiple fractured, eroded teeth, and worn restorations. Additionally, the patient had facial asymmetry and multiple TMD symptoms due to craniomandibular dysfunction.2

She tolerated the orthotic well and felt much better with it in place.

Treatment Plan
Initially this case was overwhelming, as there were so many factors necessary to achieve a successful treatment outcome. After mounting and studying the casts, it was obvious that the patient’s vertical dimension had to be increased to a proper, comfortable position, which has been called the physiologic neuromuscular position.3 Once this position was determined, an orthotic appliance would be worn to verify that this proposed position was in fact well tolerated and that the TMD symptoms had decreased significantly. During the orthotic therapy phase, this appliance would be worn for a minimum of three months (for a minimum of 22 hours a day), to determine whether it would help before any permanent alteration of the patient’s teeth.

During this time, her condition would be evaluated for elimination of symptoms, proper occlusion, improvement in facial symmetry, esthetics, and acceptable phonetics. If we had not seen improvements during the orthotic phase, the first thing we would have looked at was compliance. If it had been determined that the patient was not wearing the appliance as instructed, or if the therapy had had to be extended beyond three months (due to inconsistent symptoms or an unstable bite position), we would have used a fixed orthotic appliance, which would have been fabricated to the same vertical dimension as the removable orthotic.4

The goal, for any clinician, is to find a position in which the patient’s symptoms are eliminated, or at least decreased significantly. The facial and dental esthetics also must be greatly enhanced. Although there is more than one way to find this physiologic position, in this case I objectively measured muscle activity by using electromyography (EMG) instrumentation (Myotronics-Noromed; Kent WA). This enabled me to locate the correct resting position for the mandible where the muscles are at rest, as well as the correct opening and closing trajectory.5 During the course of orthotic phase therapy, which can last several months to a year, the patient returns to verify the bite and evaluate symptoms several times. Once it is determined that the patient is comfortable, facial esthetics are improved, and the EMG muscle activity is verified to be physiologic, then the restoration phase can begin.6,7

Treatment Discussion
The first step in this case was to determine how much to increase the patient’s vertical dimension. Once this position was determined, it was imperative to test and verify it; and, most importantly, to maintain it throughout the different phases of treatment. The treatment phases were as follows: Orthotic, preparation, temporization, and cementation.

Finding the Bite
To evaluate the state of the patient’s habitual bite position, we had to record and evaluate EMG readings of several muscle groups bilaterally (K7 instrumentation, Myotronics-Noromed). The muscle groups measured were the anterior and posterior temporalis muscles, the masseters, and the anterior digastrics. Electrodes were placed over these muscle groups and electromyographic recordings were made. High EMG readings represented a state of muscle hypertonicity and unrest. The goal was to find the occlusion where the muscles that control jaw position are in a relaxed state, and therefore are at their ideal resting length for optimal function and comfort.8,9

To find a more optimal bite position, a series of diagnostic tests were performed. These included electrosonography to record and analyze joint sounds, electromyography to record and analyze muscle activity, and computerized mandibular scanning (CMS) to track and analyze jaw movements. It was determined that the patient’s habitual occlusion was in a muscular state of hyperactivity when at rest and in light centric occlusion (Fig 4). In order to relax her muscles, which were in a chronic spasmodic state, ultra-low frequency transcutaneous electrical neural stimulation (TENS) was applied using a myomonitor (Myotronics). The myomonitor stimulates cranial nerves V, VII, and XI to relieve hypertonicity, restore normal blood flow, and wash away toxic wastes such as lactic acid. This restores the muscles temporarily to a relaxed and normal resting length (Fig 5). These muscles become “deprogrammed,” and, by measuring their pre- and post-relaxation status, we are provided with precise and objective comparative data.10,11 The details of all the tests performed during the three-hour diagnostic appointment are beyond the scope of this article.

The position at which this patient’s muscles were in their most relaxed state was captured by using a polyvinyl siloxane bite registration material (Regisil, Dentsply Caulk; Milford, DE). Impressions were then taken (Aquasil Ultra, Ivoclar Vivadent; Amherst, NY) and sent to the laboratory with the bite to fabricate a lower removable orthotic. Upon delivery of this appliance, I explained to the patient that it must be worn a minimum of 22 hours a day. Each follow-up visit always consisted of 45 minutes of TENS, followed by any necessary occlusal adjustments to the orthotic. The patient was seen at one-, two-, three-, four-, and sixweek intervals. She tolerated the orthotic well and felt much better with it in place; therefore, compliance was not an issue.12,13

Once it was determined that the bite was stable and that symptoms were significantly reduced, EMG recordings were taken again to verify that the muscles were not hypertonic in this new position. In this case the EMG readings were more than satisfactory, and the patient’s headaches and other symptoms were reduced significantly. Therefore, I had great confidence as to where to restore her occlusion.14 Her bite was opened 4 mm. The next phase of treatment was the restorative phase.

Bite Management
(Laboratory Phase) Much effort was spent determining the proper physiologic position for this patient, and much care had to be taken in managing and maintaining this position throughout the course of treatment. Prior to the preparation appointment, new impressions were taken and sent to the laboratory, along with the actual adjusted orthotic to mount the case. In addition, three measurements were provided so that the laboratory could verify that the case was properly mounted. These measurements were taken with a digital Boley gauge. The areas measured were where the most apical areas of tooth surface intersect with the gingiva between teeth #8 and #25, #14 and #19, and #3 and #30 (Figs 6 & 7). In this situation, the dentist and the laboratory must measure in the exact same three locations throughout the course of treatment, so as to ensure accuracy and precision in maintaining the new vertical (Figs 8 & 9).

Once the laboratory mounted the casts with the adjusted orthotic in place and the three measurements were verified, a bite stent (Sil-Tech, Ivoclar Vivadent) was made, to be utilized during the preparation appointment to ensure accuracy in maintaining the new vertical dimension. The appliance was then immediately returned to the patient so that she could continue to wear it. The laboratory also was provided with detailed instructions concerning the smile design, including widths and lengths of anterior teeth, shapes, and proportions.15

Because the patient’s maxillary anterior teeth were short, it was determined that crown lengthening was necessary to support the restorations. Therefore, the proposed amount of hard and soft tissue removal was relayed to the laboratory so that they could compensate for the change in measurement in this area. With this information in hand, they waxed up the 28 teeth in the new position, taking into consideration the hard and soft tissue reduc-tion in the anterior; and once again verified the three measurements (Fig 10). From this wax-up, they prepared a temporization stent made f r o m Sil-Tech putty and relined with a light-body wash material (Aquasil XLV, Dentsply Caulk). This would be used to fabricate the 28 temporaries after tooth preparation, with the same vertical dimension and occlusion as the orthotic.

Bite Management
(Preparation Phase) Prior to the preparation appointment, I ensured that I received everything necessary f r o m the laboratory. First, I verified that the waxed-up models were consistent with the three measurements I had provided to the laboratory, by measuring the teeth in the exact same three locations. Second, I verified that I was satisfied with the smile design and occlusion. As this was to be a lengthy appointment, the clinical team met and reviewed procedures.

After the patient was seated, I verified the bite stent that had been made on her unprepared, mounted models by placing it in her mouth and having her close down on it. I again measured the same three locations and verified that those measurements were the same as they were with the orthotic in place (Fig 11). I was confident that all of my numbers were accurate, so it was time to begin preparing the teeth.

It was imperative not to lose control of the bite at any time during the preparation.

After anesthetizing the patient, the first step was to perform the soft and hard tissue crown lengthening in the maxillary anterior region to improve the length of her short clinical crowns. To accomplish this, I used an Er,Cr:YSGG hard/soft tissue laser (Waterlase, Biolase Technologies; Irvine, CA) and at the same time performed a frenectomy between the maxillary central incisors. Using this laser provided a predictable result and gave me a clean field within which to work. I removed 1.2 mm of tissue and therefore changed the location of my uppermost point for measurement after the crown lengthening. I had to adjust my number for verification f r o m this point on, in this area only16 (Fig 12).

It was imperative not to lose control of the bite at any time during the preparation. To help in maintaining this vertical dimension, I used the bite stent provided by the laboratory to sequentially reline it while I prepared one quadrant at a time. Beginning with the upper right quadrant, I prepared ##3-8, while leaving #2 unprepared to provide extra stability while I relined the bite stent. To register the bite, I sat the patient upright and placed a small amount of fast-setting bite registration material (Regisil Rigid) in the bite stent, being careful not to overfill it and to reline only the prepared teeth. This was then placed in the mouth with the patient biting into it. While the stent was in her mouth, the same three locations were measured again, remembering that the anterior area had a new measurement. If the measurements had not matched those taken previously it would have been necessary to repeat the reline, as the patient might have been biting incorrectly or the bite stent might not have been seated over the teeth properly.

Once it was determined that the measurements were correct, the stent was removed, trimmed, and set aside for the next quadrant. The same procedure was repeated for the upper left quadrant, preparing ##9-14 and leaving tooth #15 unprepared. This quadrant was then relined the same way. After the measurements were verified, I prepared #2 and #15 (Fig 13). This procedure was repeated for the bottom right quadrant and then the bottom left. A final check of the measurements was made and the bite stent was set aside to send to the laboratory along with final impressions. For these, I used a PVS heavy-body material and an extra-low viscosity wash material (Aquasil Ultra-heavy and XLV). A symmetry bite was also taken, indicating to the laboratory the proper occlusal plane and midline. Photographs of the preparations, which showed the measurements with the final bite stent seated and with the symmetry bite in place, were provided for the laboratory.

Temporization
The provisional restorations were fabricated using the temporary stents made f r o m the wax-up. The stents were filled with temporary material (Luxatemp shade B1, Zenith/DMG; Englewood, NJ) and placed over the maxillary prepared teeth. After three minutes the stent was removed, as was a small amount of flash. This procedure was repeated for the bottom teeth. Once the provisionals were in place, all three measurements were once again verified; at this time we evaluated esthetics and occlusion. To properly maintain the health of the gingival tissue during the four-week provisional phase, the patient was given a sonic toothbrush (Sonicare, Philips Healthcare; Andover, MA), as well as instructions on how to use rubber tips to massage her tissue. A follow-up visit was scheduled for the next day to confirm that the occlusion was comfortable and that we were both satisfied with the smile design.

Laboratory Communication
Proper communication with the laboratory is crucial for a successful outcome in each and every case sent to our ceramist. In this case, it was important to send as much information as possible with regard to maintenance of the patient’s vertical dimension, as well as esthetics. Photographs showing all three measurements in the final bite stent, as well as in the provisionals, were sent to the laboratory. In addition, retracted frontal and lateral views of the preparations were provided, as well as a picture showing the prepared shade (Vita A3, Vident; Brea, CA).17 When the laboratory received the case, the first step was to verify the measurements after mounting the prepared models. This was accomplished by using the relined bite stent and verifying the accuracy of the vertical dimension in the same three locations.

For the smile design, we decided on a “soft” look with square oval central incisors and slightly rounded laterals and canines, with the lateral incisors 0.5 mm shorter than the centrals. The requested width of the central incisors was 8.25 mm and the length was 10.75 mm. The lateral incisors were approximately 10.25 mm long. Golden proportion rules and smile design principles were adhered to, which provided the patient with a very soft and esthetically pleasing smile. Our final shade choice was OM2 body with a cervical blend to OM3 (Vita 3D Master shade guide), with the canines blending f r o m OM2 to 1M1 cervically. We selected Authentic pressable ceramic (Jensen Indus-tries; North Haven, CT) for all anterior teeth and bicuspids, using an OP1+ ingot with cutback technique and adding intense opaque modifiers to increase vitality and a natural appearance (Fig 14).18All of the molars were restored with Noritake CZR pressable ceramic (Zahn Dental, Henry Schein; Melville, NY) over zirconia copings.19 The #5 implant was restored with a custom abutment with Creation porcelain (Jensen Industries). Prior to the fabrication of the restorations, the models were mounted using the preparation bite stent, and all the measurements were verified by the laboratory (Figs 15-18).

Cementation
After we received the case f r o m the laboratory, I checked the restorations on the models for proper margins and contacts, and to ensure that the smile design had been followed. Once all the restorations were mounted on the models, the three areas were measured to verify that the laboratory maintained the vertical dimension. Once the patient was anesthetized, the provisional restorations were removed. The prepared teeth were cleaned with pumice, followed by hydrogen peroxide and chlorhexidine (Consepsis, Ultradent; South Jordan, UT). Each restoration was tried on with water and inspected individually. Contacts and margins were examined, as was the overall smile design.

Once we were satisfied with restorations, they were cleaned with 37% phosphoric acid, rinsed, dried, and set aside. The molars were cemented first using Multilink (Ivoclar Vivadent), a self-etching universal resin cement, with the inside of the restorations coated with the metal/zirconia primer (Ivoclar Vivadent). Then all of the remaining upper teeth except #5 were etched with 37% phosphoric acid and rinsed, after which a wetting agent was applied (Super Seal, Phoenix Dental; Fenton, MI).20 Then the bonding agent (Excite, Ivoclar Vivadent) was placed on the teeth according to manufacturer’s directions and light-cured. The restorations, which had previously been etched with hydrofluoric acid, were coated with Silane primer (Kerr; Orange, CA). The luting resin used for cementation was Variolink Veneer +2 (Ivoclar Vivadent). All of the restorations were placed simultaneously and spot-cured. The excess was then removed, followed by the final light-cure. Tooth #5 was cemented with implant cement (Premier Dental; Plymouth Meeting, PA).21 The same technique used on the maxillary teeth was applied to the lowers. Once all teeth were cemented, the three measurements were once again verified to confirm maintenance of the vertical dimension (Fig 19). The patient returned for follow-up appointments to make sure her bite was stable and that she remained symptom-free.

Conclusion and Discussion
This patient’s case involved many of the challenges we face daily in our practices. Just a few years ago, however, I would not have known in which direction to take her treatment. Perhaps I simply would have provided her with a bruxism appliance, while “patching up” some of her fractured restorations and attempting to improve her smile by restoring some of her anterior teeth with direct resins. These would have failed repeatedly, causing us both much frustration.

I conducted a series of diagnostic tests using computerized instrumentation, which provided me with objective data that I was able to use in my treatment planning.

The key point is that this patient initially exhibited severe occlusal disharmony and craniomandibular dysfunction. This can be the case in many of our patients, and much effort should be spent in proper diagnosis and treatment planning.22 I did not prepare 28 teeth in one visit and deliver them a few weeks later. Instead, I conducted a series of diagnostic tests using computerized instrumentation, which provided me with objective data that I was able to use in my treatment planning. Not until the patient’s new vertical dimension position was tested for several months did I dare touch a single tooth with a handpiece. Once I did, however, it was with great confidence, because I knew in which direction I was headed (Figs 20 & 21).

It is well accepted that there is more than one philosophy or method that can be utilized to arrive at a physiologic bite position. A discussion of these different philosophies— whether centric relation, centric occlusion, or neuromuscular—is beyond the scope of this article.23 However, as responsible clinicians, we should study the different treatment modalities available to our profession before making a decision as to which one suits us. Whichever method you apply in your practice, the most important factor is that it must be in your patients’ best interests.24 Before proceeding to final restorations, it is imperative to establish a comfortable, stable bite derived f r o m verifiable, objective clinical data (Figs 22-29).

Acknowledgments
The author thanks Duckee Lee, CDT (Protech Dental Studio, Sterling, VA), for his passion, talent, and technical excellence in creating the beautiful restorations in this case. A debt of gratitude also goes to the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry for 13 years of excellent continuing education, camaraderie, and a remarkable credentialing program, in which he learned during his Accreditation journey that, “your hand can only perform what your eyes have been trained to see and comprehend”; and to the Las Vegas Institute for Advanced Dental Studies for its dedication to postgraduate education. Finally, thanks, appreciation, and best wishes goto Erica, the patient in this case, for her patience, kind spirit, and courage.

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