When it comes to getting a straight smile, teens and adults have come to quickly prefer Invisalign as a sophisticated treatment. The use of clear aligners allows you to align your teeth without metal wires or brackets. Although several advancements have been made in orthodontics over the last few years, the clear aligners continue to lead the pack when it comes to moving your teeth into their correct position. Now, the treatment offers more benefits than ever before due to new features.
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Invisalign Leads the Pack for a Straight Smile
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Your cosmetic dentist in West Orange, NJ knows the best foods for whiter teeth
July 13, 2015
Medhat Dawoud DDS, expert cosmetic dentist in West Orange, NJ, tells his patients how to get and keep a bright smile and healthy gums. A sensible diet, including fruits, vegetables, calcium-rich foods and whole grains serves to keep dental intervention to a minimum for patients of all ages.
Over time, teeth become dull and stained because of darkly colored foods and beverages such as coffee, black tea, curry, red wine and soy sauce. Aging, smoking, chewing tobacco and some prescription medications can adversely affect tooth color, too.
Some foods help keep teeth whiter longer
Dr. Medhat Dawoud and his associate dentists, Doctors Gencarelli and Ghobadi, recommend limiting staining dietary choices and also rinsing and brushing after consuming them. In addition, there are several foods which actually help tooth enamel stay bright and white. And yes, they are good-tasting and nutritious, too.
Water Physicians and dieticians say drink at least 64 ounces of water daily–in other words, eight 8-ounces glasses. This fluid hydrates and ensures good gastrointestinal function. Regarding teeth and gums, water rinses food particles and plaque off tooth surfaces and from the gum line. It hydrates the soft tissues of the mouth and keeps the production of saliva, nature’s weapon in the fight against tooth decay, high.
Cheese This dairy favorite is light in color and contains bone- and enamel-building calcium. Buy real cheese, and avoid highly processed, orange-colored cheese products.
Apples, celery and other harder fruits and vegetables increase saliva, exercise the gums and jaw bone and also scrub tooth enamel. Apples and pears contain what botanists call schlereid cells, grainy little cells that give texture to these fruits. Nutritionists say that strawberries, even though red in color, are nature’s tooth detergent. Pineapple contains a chemical called biomelain, a natural anti-inflammatory and whitening agent.
Nuts and seeds are abrasive but not too tough on tooth enamel, keeping it clean. Their texture provides excellent exercise, too. Great choices are sunflower seeds, almonds, pecans and walnuts.
Professional whitening can further enhance your smile
Even with the best of oral hygiene, some smiles need a little aesthetic help. That’s why your dentists in West Orange, NJ deliver a full menu of cosmetic dental services, including professional–grade teeth whitening. Doctors Dawoud, Gencarelli and Ghobadi offer both in-office and at home Zoom! teeth whitening.
Using a professional grade peroxide gel and special accelerating light, in-office Zoom! whitening is painless, safe and very effective–brightening healthy teeth by as much as 8 shades in just about an hour. Patients who prefer whitening in the privacy of their own homes take advantage of custom-made whitening trays and bleaching solutions that change tooth color by lifting out stains more gradually but effectively. The Whitening for LIfe program at DG Dental provides member patients with free refills of whitening gel at their 6-month cleaning appointments.
Learn more about your lifestyle and white teeth
At DG Dental, the professional team takes your dental health, and aesthetics, too, very seriously. The doctors, assistants and hyginests will partner with you in choosing the best avenues to a bright and long-lasting smile. Why not contact the office today for a consultation?
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For the Beauty of Cosmetic Dentistry, West Orange Residents come to D & G Dental of West Orange
March 15, 2015
Although the number one priority of a dental practice is the health of patients’ smiles, at D & G Dental of West Orange in West Orange, NJ, we understand that you also want your smile to be as attractive as possible. That’s why we offer a variety of cosmetic dentistry procedures. For trustworthy cosmetic dentistry, West Orange, NJ, makes the short trip to D & G Dental of West Orange.
Teeth Whitening
Probably the most popular of our cosmetic dentistry treatments is teeth whitening. We offer Zoom! in-office teeth whitening for the fastest results possible, as well as an at-home system if you prefer to whiten your teeth on your own schedule in the privacy of your own home. We also have what we call the Whitening for Life Program, which allows you to maintain your beautifully white smile with complementary teeth whitening gel that you’ll be given after each checkup.
Cosmetic Bonding and Porcelain Veneers
For patients with chipped or slightly cracked teeth, misaligned or misshaped teeth, or teeth that have unsightly gaps, D & G Dental of West Orange offers cosmetic bonding or porcelain veneers. With cosmetic bonding, one of our dentists uses the same strong composite resin material used for white fillings to rebuild and sculpt damaged teeth. We’ll select the shade that most closely matches the color of your natural teeth, although you may want to consider teeth whitening before this procedure.
Porcelain veneers are thin layers of dental porcelain that are adhesively bonded to the facial side of teeth in your smile zone, thereby creating an entirely new smile. These veneers not only conceal the imperfections in your smile, they also help shield your teeth from further damage.
Invisalign
If your teeth are crooked, but you don’t want the hassle or the appearance of traditional metal braces, don’t despair. Invisalign clear plastic aligners straighten teeth almost invisibly, as the name suggests. You’ll wear each set in a series of aligners for about two weeks each, removing them only to eat and drink, or brush and floss. After about a year of treatment, you’ll see the straight smile you’ve always wanted.
Call Our Office Today
To learn more about the cosmetic dentistry, West Orange, NJ, trusts, call the office of D & G Dental in West Orange, NJ. We conveniently serve patients from Livingston, Verona, and Bloomfield and beyond.
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Brighten Your Smile with Teeth Whitening!
October 15, 2014
Many people take their smiles very seriously, and they are willing to do whatever it takes to make sure it looks perfect at all times. Because many people consider a smile a first impression, people want to ensure that their smiles make a lasting, positive first impression no matter where they are. Unfortunately, if your smile is less than perfect, it can cause someone to feel insecure about the way they look, and can also affect the way they interact with the people around them. Our smiles collect stains over the years, and it can really affect the overall look as time goes on. Fortunately, Dr. Medhat Dawoud and Dr. Ghobadi are able to brighten the smiles of their patients by offering teeth whitening at their West Orange, NJ dental office.
There are so many things that play a role in dulling the brightness of our smiles. Things such wine, tea, coffee, certain medications, genetics, dyes in food, tobacco products, and even the natural process of aging all contribute to our smiles being less than dazzling. The silver lining is that our doctors are able to restore your smile to its radiant brilliance, allowing you to feel confident when you smile and improve the way you feel about yourself.
We offer two options for our patients to whiten their smiles, making sure each one is convenient and delivers amazing results. We have in-office teeth whitening with Zoom! Whitening. This is able to brighten your smile up to ten shades in as little as an hour. When you come in for your appointment, our doctors will place a whitening gel onto your smile and activate it with a light. As you sit and wait, years of stains are effortlessly being lifted from your smile. At the end of the appointment, your smile is noticeably whiter!
The second option is at-home teeth whitening, which appeals to those who wish to have a more gradual change in their smiles. We will make custom whitening trays, meaning your cosmetic procedure is completely tailored to fit your needs. We will also supply you with the whitening gel you will use to fill the trays. Simply wear the whitening trays for a certain amount of time each day, and in about two weeks, you will see the full results! If you would like our doctors to help whitening your smile using teeth whitening, contact our office today!
If you are ready to make an appointment with Dr. Medhat Dawoud or Dr. Ghobadi, contact our West Orange, NJ dental office to make an appointment. We are happy to take care of whatever general, cosmetic, and restorative dental need you may have. We are proud to serve patients in West Orange, Verona, Livingston, Bloomfield, Montclair, and the surrounding New Jersey communities.
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Straighten Your Smile Seamlessly with Invisalign!
August 15, 2014
Not being able to be completely confident in your smile is something that is never easy to live with. Whether it is the color of your smile or the minor imperfections, having insecurities about the way you look is never an easy thing to go through. For many people, they are unhappy with the alignment of their smile. They may have considered braces, but immediately turned away because of the thought of having a mouth full of metal. Because many people consider a smile a first impression, it is important to make sure your first impression is always flawless. In order to help their patients achieve a great, aligned smile, Dr. Medhat Dawoud and Dr. Ghobadi offer their patients Invisalign.
Invisalign has been able to help thousands of people achieve the smile of their dreams through a series of aligning trays. Each tray signifies a stage in your straightening process, and as time goes on, and with the more trays you use, your smile gradually gets straighter. One of the biggest advantages to Invisalign is the fact the trays sit nearly invisibly on your smile. You are able to look like your natural self all while getting the orthodontic treatment you deserve. Your aligning trays are custom made just for you, that way your treatment is personalized. Invisalign can be used to treat overbites, underbites, crossbites, crowding, and spacing.
Another great thing about Invisalign is that you are able to experience better oral hygiene and health with this form of orthodontic treatment. Whenever you need to eat, drink, brush, or floss, simply remove the tray and reapply when needed! If you want our doctors to help you achieve a beautifully straight smile with Invisalign, contact our office today!
If you are ready to make an appointment with Dr. Medhat Dawoud or Dr. Ghobadi, contact our West Orange, NJ dental office to make an appointment. We are happy to take care of whatever general, cosmetic, and restorative dental need you may have. We are proud to serve patients in West Orange, Verona, Livingston, Bloomfield, Montclair, and the surrounding New Jersey communities.
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Have a Flawless Smile with Cosmetic Bonding
July 3, 2014
Many people take the way they look seriously, always wanting to make sure that they look the best they can. Whether it is their hair, nails, or body, many people put in a lot of effort in achieving the way they would like to look, not only to make themselves feel better, but to make a good impression on other people. In regards to your smile, there are many ways that someone can be less than confident with their teeth. Chips, cracks, or stains here and there can diminish the overall appearance of your smile, and some may not know how to get their smiles back to looking beautiful and healthy. Dr. Medhat Dawoud is able to bring your smile back to perfection by covering up minor blemishes by using cosmetic bonding.
Cosmetic bonding is a wonderful way to easily remedy minor smile blemishes, and it gets the job done easily. Also, with cosmetic bonding, we want to keep as much of your original tooth structure in tact as possible, leaving you with a more organic, beautiful smile. Especially now that summer is here, you want your smile to shine as bright as the summer sun and have it be flawless!
Cosmetic bonding works by mixing composite resin, having it exactly match your smile. If you have a space between your teeth, cosmetic bonding is able to rectify it with ease, and is able to deliver the smile you have always wanted. Also, if you have a chip in your smile, cosmetic bonding is able to help that, too! This noninvasive, simple cosmetic procedure is able to deliver amazing results with ease and give you a bright, perfect smile!
If you are ready to make an appointment with Dr. Medhat Dawoud or Dr. Ghobadi, contact our West Orange, NJ dental office to make an appointment. We are happy to take care of whatever general, cosmetic, and restorative dental need you may have. We are proud to serve patients in West Orange, Verona, Livingston, Bloomfield, Montclair, and the surrounding New Jersey communities.
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Have A Flawless Smile for Summer with Porcelain Veneers!
June 16, 2014
One of the biggest things people are doing right now is preparing for summer. Whether it is getting their hair done or buying all of the food to make for the perfect outdoor barbeque, everyone is excited to finally be able relax and have some fun in the summer sun! One thing people may be overlooking is getting their smiles ready for the season! If you have crooked, misaligned, chipped, or stained teeth, you may feel as though your smile will never be exactly the way you want it. There is no doubt you will meet many new people and reconnect with old friends this summer, and you may find it important to look the best you can. Fortunately, Dr. Medhat Dawoud is able to give you the smile of your dreams thanks to porcelain veneers.
The start to getting your porcelain veneers begins with a consultation with Dr. Dawoud. There, he will be able to fully assess your smile in its current state, as well as ask you about your future goals regarding your smile. This will also give you the chance to address any questions or concerns you may have, as we want you to be fully informed throughout the entire procedure. Once it is determined that you are a candidate, that is where the fun and excitement begins!
Your natural tooth is prepared for your porcelain veneers by removing a small bit of enamel. This way, we are sure your mouth has enough space for your new smile! Your custom made porcelain veneers are then added, and are made permanent with dental resin cement. A simple procedure, but at the end, you are left with a completely new smile that anyone would be proud of showing off! If you are curious as to how we can help give your smile the makeover you deserve just in time for summer with porcelain veneers, make an appointment today, and the entire D & G Dental of West Orange team will be glad to help!
If you are ready to make an appointment with Dr. Medhat Dawoud or Dr. Ghobadi, contact our West Orange, NJ dental office to make an appointment. We are happy to take care of whatever general, cosmetic, and restorative dental need you may have. We are proud to serve patients in West Orange, Verona, Livingston, Bloomfield, Montclair, and the surrounding New Jersey communities.
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