Sugar Bugs Poop

I was thinking that I should publish a children's book, taking the idea from the bestselling book, "Everyone Poops!" My book will be called "Sugar Bugs Poop," and I will have funny illustrations of Sugar Bugs on teeth, and how kids and parents can get rid of them. Might be a best-seller for parents and dentist reception rooms. What do you think?

Dental Implant Surgery Date Rescheduled to Dec 3 & 4

ATTENTION: The dates for the In-office Dental Implant Day have moved to Dec 3 & 4. Since I need to identify a total of 24 implants to be completed over two days in my office, I need time to find good candidates.

I am providing these implants at very reasonable fees (savings of around $1,000 per implant and crown). I'm also offering FREE Oral Conscious Sedation (normally $99) for these two dates. Think sleepy pill.

This is a win-win situation - great for patients that need implants to replace missing teeth or to tighten up their loose dentures AND great for me, as I can place implants again. I'll be sure to update the blog when we are approaching our goal of 24. Call Heidi at 923-2880 or email at info@DerenzyDental.com to set up a free consultation appointment.

We are asking for a minimum deposit of $500 to reserve a spot on Dec 3 or 4. For my fellow engineers, learn more about implants at http://www.biohorizons.com/documents/ML0131_Patient_Guide.pdf

Still need Dental Implant cases

We are fast approaching October 22 & 23 - the two days that I have set aside for strictly placing dental implants. Currently, we have identified a solid 10 cases, and need to ramp up to a total of 24. We are offering the implants at a HUGE discount right now, which will make anyone that needs them quite happy. I estimate we'll save you about $1,000 per implant and crown when it is all completed. Please tell anyone that you know to contact Heidi at 923-2880 if they are interested in a free consultation.

Flossing - Yes you need to floss!

Here's a tip on flossing from me: It takes 21 Days to make a habit, so..... need I say more. Do you shower once a day? Or at least 3-4 times a week? Get a suction-cup mirror and stick it in the shower. Leave your floss in the shower on the shampoo rack and floss in the shower as part of your daily hygiene regimen. Give it a try and see if you can make it a routine. Overall health will improve, and you'll have more energy by reducing inflammation in your body.


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FLOSSING

Do I really need to floss?

Yes! Floss removes plaque and debris that sticks to teeth, polishes tooth surfaces, and controls bad breath. Flossing is the single most important weapon gainset plaque and, in some ways, more important than the toothbrush. By flossing your teeth daily, you increase the chance of keeping them for a lifetime and decrease the chance of getting gum disease. Many people don’t spend enough time flossing and many never have been taught the proper way to fl oss. Floss at least once a day and spend at least two or three minutes.

Which type of floss is the best?

Dental floss comes in many forms: waxed and unwaxed, flavored and unflavored, wide and regular. They all clean and remove plaque. Wide floss, also known as dental tape, may be helpful for people with a lot of bridgework and is usually recommended when the spaces between teeth are wide. Waxed floss might be easier to slide between tight teeth with very little space between. The unwaxed floss, however, makes a squeaking sound to let you know your teeth are clean. Bonded unwaxed floss does not fray as easily as regular unwaxed floss, but does tear more than waxed floss.

How should I floss?

The spool method: Take an 18-inch piece of floss and wind the bulk of the floss lightly around the middle finger. (Don’t cut off your finger’s circulation!) Wind the rest of the floss similarly around the same finger of the opposite hand. This finger takes up the fl oss as it becomes unusable. Maneuver the floss between teeth with your index fingers and thumbs. Bring the floss up and down several times forming a “C” shape around the tooth being sure to go below the gum line.

The loop method: This method is suited for children or adults with less nimble hands, poor muscular coordination or arthritis. Take an 18-inch piece of floss and make it into a circle. Tie it securely with three knots. Place all of the fingers, except the thumb, within the loop. Use your index fingers to guide the floss through the lower teeth, and use your thumbs to guide the floss through the upper teeth, going below the gum line forming a “C” on the side of the tooth.

Do I need a waterpick?

Waterpicks should not be used as a substitute for brushing and flossing. They are effective, however, around orthodontic braces that retain food in areas a toothbrush cannot reach. Unlike
flossing, waterpicks do not remove plaque. Dentists frequently recommend waterpicks for people with gum disease.

Steens Mountain Camping

We made it to see the Wallowas in July, and then over Labor Day, made it to the Steens. Phenomenal scenery - caught some fish from the float tube in Fish Lake. Other than the washboard gravel road that rattled my teeth and a few screws loose on the tent trailer, it was a great trip.