We Welcome our Family of Patients with Warmth and Enthusiasm
Our vision is to provide progressive, personalized and complete care to all.
Our patients show their appreciation by partnering in their commitment to long-term oral health.
We are a compassionate team of dedicated professionals who accomplish our goals by listening, learning, and living our dream.
This is.. Where Lasting Smiles Begin.
6044 24-Mile Road
Guided by this commitment, we are proud to announce that your new dental office, just around the corner from our current location, will be completed September 15 and we will begin serving you there on September 20. This new facility is created with YOU in mind. On your first visit, you will notice:
- Spacious environment
- Optimal privacy
- Ample Parking
- Ultimate patient comfort features
- Digital X-Rays (faster images & minimal radiation exposure)
- Laser Dentistry (reduces numbing requirements & healing time)
- Envrionment Friendly (less water consumption, high efficiency electronis, chemical recycling)
- Enhanced visual communication
- Latest sterilization process
Also enjoy freshly brewed Starbucks Coffee prior to or after your care. New patients are welcome, as always!
“We have always commited our practice to offering the latest in skills, technology and techniques. With this new facility, we are opening our doors to a new level of excellence and our arms to the community.” – Dr. Ban Barbat
Please Accept This Invitation To An
OPENING CELEBRATION
Saturday, September 25
11:00am – 3:00pm
Enjoy refreshments & entertainment
Tour the facility
Door Prizes!
Bring family/guests!
THANK YOU FOR BEING A PART OF OUR GROWTH & FOR SHARING YOUR SMILE WITH OTHERS!
Your Medical History Is Important To Your Smile
While personal privacy causes some to feel reluctant about sharing medical information with their dentist, the impact of NOT providing complete information could have negative results.
According to the Academy of General Dentistry, patients should mentioin everything about their health, even if they don’t think it relates to the mouth. Failing to mention something as simple as taking asprin or herbal supplements could lead to a major complication.
Also, many medications sound similar, so be sure to note exactly what and how much you take of each. Forgetting just one could lead to a dangerous reaction or other medical complication.
For instance, taking Coumadin a blood thinner, can cause a greater degree of bleeding during extrations and other procedures.
Dr. Barbat structurs treatment on an individual basis. Knowing all the facts will allow each visit to provide you with an overall healthy experience.
A Cracked Tooth? Symptoms, Causes & Solutions
A cracked tooth can occur from a variety of causes. Some include:
- Gringing or clenching of teeth
- Uneven chewing pressure
- An accident, such as a blow to the mouth
- Tooth exposure to extreme hot or cold
- Chewing hard items such as ice or hard candy
- Teeth that have become brittle
A crack in teeth is often invisible to the eye and may not even show up on an X-Ray. However, the pain typically occurs when you bit down and feel a sharp pain. This occurs because the pressure of bitting causes the crack to open. When it opens, the interior of the tooth that holds nerves and blood vessels becomes irritated. Other symtoms are sensitivity to heat, cold, sweet, sour or sticky foods. When people have cracked tooth they tend to chew on the opposite side or avoid certain foods.
Repairing most cracks can be done through bonding or crowning. if the interior pulp has been damanged or diseased as a result of the crack, a root canal will be necessary prior to crowning the tooth. A severe crack that extends below the gum lime often requires extraction.
Small cracks in teeth are not uncommon and typically do not cause problems. However, it is important ot keep us aware of oral symptoms you are experiencing that may indicate a problem. the sooner the problem is repaired, the sooner you’ll regain your healthy, comfortable smile!
Menstrual Cycle Affects Periodontal Health
According to recent findings published in the Journal of Periodontaology, many women report increased inflammation and discomfort of the gums associated with their menstrual cycle.
Symptoms include a slight burning senstaion, bleeding with minor irritation, redness to the gums, oral ulcers and general pain and discomfort in the gums.
In this study, researchers compared the gingival and periodontal status of premenopausal women between the ages of 20 to 50 years at different times in their menstrual cycles. Researchers measured plaque index, gingival index, probing depth, gingival recession and gum attachment levels.
Gigival inflammation was lower during menstruation than during ovulation and premenstruation, which may be atributed to hormonal peaks and drops.
Further studies are planned to examine whether these transitional changes may have lasting negative effects on gum health. In the meantime, women in this age bracket are encouraged to relay symptoms experienced on a cyclical basis, including any prescription or over-the-counter medications being taken.