Gentech Dentist

Ease fears through education!

Sara — Tue, 21 Feb 2012 18:20:26 +0000

Have you ever been to the dentist and felt like they were speaking another language? Bridges, crowns, onlays, root planing…what are these things? At Gentech Dentist, we understand that it’s important for our patients to understand what’s going on in their mouths. That’s why, in addition to the explanations provided by our providers, we employ the CAESY Education Systems in all of our offices. CAESY Education Systems is the premier provider of patient education. In addition to providing helpful videos on common topics such as brushing, bad breath and flossing, CAESY can help you understand the need for and process of creating a crown, bridge, or other dental work. We know that understanding the process can help ease fears related to dental procedures, and that watching a brief video on a subject can go a long ways towards understanding it.

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Sara — Thu, 16 Feb 2012 23:12:51 +0000

Smile, it lets your teeth breathe. – Author Unknown

When did you last brush your pet’s teeth?

Sara — Thu, 09 Feb 2012 22:38:49 +0000

The American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) along with several other veterinary groups, are sponsoring National Pet Dental Health month in February. The AVMA recommends that you treat your pet’s bad breath as a potential health risk, which could damage not just your pet’s teeth but (as in humans) be a sign of disease in other areas of the body.

To find out more information, visit the AVMA website, or watch an AVMA video regarding the importance of your pet’s dental health, along with tips for brushing your pet’s teeth.

While we can’t provide dental care for your pet, we know that pets need dental care, too

Gentech now offering LANAP Perio Technique

Sara — Tue, 31 Jan 2012 21:47:43 +0000

I’m thrilled that Gentech is now able to offer the latest in the treatment of gum disease using the PerioLase laser and a treatment technique called LANAP (Laser Assisted New Attachment Procedure). I believe this is the most exciting advancement to have ever occurred in the treatment of gum disease because clinical research shows it is capable of decreasing deep pockets and even growing bone in select sites, without the typical side effects of traditional gum surgery. This laser uses a specific wavelength which is selectively absorbed by inflamed gum tissues, allowing it to target only the diseased tissues while leaving healthy tissues intact. The result is a very precise surgical wound which allows for much less postoperative swelling, discomfort, and gum recession (longer appearing teeth due to root surfaces being exposed). This is often a more attractive treatment option for our patients because it provides a less invasive surgical option (no scalpel, no stitches) with a faster recovery time. If you are interested, contact your local Gentech Dentist office for more information.
Sarah Nguyen, DMD
Periodontist

Orthodontist Dr. Benjamin Reese now at Gentech Beaverton!

Sara — Wed, 25 Jan 2012 15:06:59 +0000

Dr. Benjamin Reese has practiced with Gentech Dentist for five years at our other locations, and now he will be creating beautiful smiles at our Beaverton office! Starting January 26th, our Beaverton location has a special offer for all Beaverton-area families. Call the office at (503) 614-9999 for more information. Or, visit the Beaverton office web page to view their convenient location and other providers. Begin your journey towards a beautiful smile today!

Why do I need x-rays?

Sara — Thu, 19 Jan 2012 19:49:41 +0000

Radiographic, or X-ray, examinations provide your dentist with an important tool that shows the condition of your teeth, its roots, jaw placement and the overall composition of your facial bones. X-rays can help your dentist determine the presence or degree of periodontal (gum) disease, abscesses and many abnormal growths, such as cysts and tumors. X-rays also can show the exact location of impacted and unerupted teeth. They can pinpoint the location of cavities and other signs of disease that may not be possible to detect through a visual examination.

Your radiographic schedule is based on your dentist’s assessment of your individual needs, including whether you’re a new patient or a follow-up patient, adult or child. In most cases, new patients require a full set of mouth X-rays to evaluate oral health status, including any underlying signs of gum disease, and for future comparison. Follow-up patients may require X-rays to monitor their gum condition or their chance of tooth decay. For more information on this and other dental questions, visit knowyourteeth.com.
- re-printed with permission of the Academy of General Dentistry.

Gentech Clackamas Donates to Portland Rescue Mission

Sara — Mon, 09 Jan 2012 20:00:48 +0000

The Gentech Clackamas Office has been collecting food for the Portland Rescue Mission and has reached their goal! The entire donation barrel is full after a few short weeks. Congrats to the Clackamas office for reaching this donation goal and … Continue reading →

What does your mouth say about your health?

Sara — Thu, 29 Dec 2011 20:58:45 +0000

A December 27th article in the Wall Street Journal highlighted the importance of routine dental care in the early detection of many illnesses. “We have lots of data showing a direct correlation between inflammation in the mouth and inflammation in the body,” states Anthony Iacopino, Director of the International Centre for Oral-Systemic Health (Wall Street Journal, December 27, 2011).

Diseases that can leave telltale markers in the mouth include diabetes, cardiovascular problems, respiratory diseases, cancer, certain vitamin deficiencies, yeast infections and many other illnesses. While seeing a dentist doesn’t replace the need for regular primary care physician checkups, it can provide another method of potential early disease detection in order to protect your health.

Visit the WSJ website to read the entire article, or use the following URL: http://online.wsj.com/article/SB10001424052970203686204577112893077146940.html?KEYWORDS=if+your+teeth+could+talk

Smile :)

Sara — Mon, 26 Dec 2011 20:46:26 +0000

Always remember to be happy because you never know who’s falling in love with your smile. ~Author Unknown

Do you have remaining benefits or FSA dollars for 2011?

Sara — Wed, 21 Dec 2011 19:34:32 +0000

Have you been putting off recommended dental work? A year of dental insurance benefits and time to use any flexible spending dollars is drawing to a close.

Remember: Dental insurance plans typically have a yearly maximum benefit. You may have remaining benefits available to you in 2011. If you’re not sure whether or not you have remaining dental benefits for 2011, a call to your Gentech Dentist office will easily answer your questions. In addition to remaining insurance benefits, don’t forget to spend remaining funds in your 2011 Flexible Spending Account.