Updates to our Dental Office

    I'm very excited about the upcoming renovations in my dental office.  The work will be completed

in 2 stages.

     Stage 1  will be done between Nov.23 and Nov.28 while I will be attending the Greater

                   New York Dental Meeting taking classes.
                   
     Stage 2  will begin approximately Dec. 12.  Once again, new dental equipment will arrive

                     to enhance your experience with us.

What will be achieved by the renovations is a brighter, more modern dental office.   We have always

prided ourselves on being a 21st century dental office offering our patients the best dentistry

in a warm, bright environment.  The physical aspect of our office has always been complemented by

our great team.  Now it will be even better.  We look forward to hearing your comments.

                     By the way, I wanted to tell you that a lease extension has been negotiated,

 as we intend to be here for a long time.



                                                               BY Dr. Lenny Slepchik.

Why do we suggest a healthy diet?

     Eating well is not only important for good weight management or looking great in a special

 outfit, but  what you eat, how often you eat, and where you eat all effects your dental health too.

Gum disease is a serious, common  problem for many people, but teeth cavities are a modern

phenomenon,

     With the arrival of modified and processed food, we see more tooth decay than ever.  In

the paleolithic age, decay was non existant because of the type of food available to us. It was

only what nature had to offer.  The quality of our bread has changed, juices contain a lot of sugar;

many foods have chemical additives, sugars and/or preservatives. Many people have chosen to eat

continuously  throughout the day, thus elevating our sugar intake, frequency and mouth acidity,

This results  in even more decay. Even our animals are getting more tooth decay than ever.

     Think about adding fresh vegetables and  whole grains to your diet, eliminating as much

 processed and sugary food from your meals.  You will truly impress your hygienist at your next

dental visit, and your dental health will start to improve.
                     
                    By Kinga, Hygienist at Dr. Lenny Slepchik, Montreal .Downtown General Dentist

WHAT IS THE VALUE OF CONTINUING EDUCATION

 

All dentists and dental hygienists  know that they must attend continuing education courses to

maintain their professional accreditation.  This means every year, both hygienists and dentists must

commit to a specific number of courses to keep up to date with technology and researches in the

field.  Other staff members , such as assistants and front desk staff, are not obligated; This is

unfortunate because we spend so much time with them when we visit the dentist,  Knowing this,

choosing a dentist that believes in continuing education for the team makes us feel we are in good

hands,  This insures optimal  care of your dental health. Continuing education enables dental

professionals to look at the mouth as a whole, not only one tooth at a time.  Identifying patterns such

as excessive grinding, the beginning of gum disease among others, and taking charge at their earliest

stages, makes a huge difference in how your dental health and smile develops in the long run.There

are many different types of classes and conferences available today.  Ask your dentist when he is

attending the next conference or 1or 2 day continuing education series.  It's for your benefit as well

as his!


by Kinga, Dental Hygienist and Dr. Slepchik

Anti-Aging Tips from Dr. Lenny Slepchik

     Botox, Laser,Skin Tightening,Facial Rejeuvenation, Chemical Peels, Fillers; all these different


 methods have 1 goal; to  reduce lines, wrinkles and to make yourself appear YOUNGER! You can


not and should not ignore the importance of a healthy white smile.  Today, with the advent of


Invisalign (to straighten teeth), minimal or no prep veneers and efficient pain free whitening the


youthful smile you are searching for can be yours. NEVER  underestimate the power of your smile. 


These other products  may enhance your face, but your smile is your MOST important feature. It not


only makes you look younger and energized, but also makes you look quite rejuvenated. No


question.
   
Check out some faces that you admire;each one has that great smile that lights up their face.


                                                      Think about it!
                                                     
                                                       Dr. Lenny Slepchik

Fear of Dentistry

Do you experience fear before coming to see the dentist?

As a practicing dentist, you can imagine how many times I have heard my patients
telling me "I'm so nervous."   I've also been told "I'm afraid of needles." "I'm scared I won't freeze."
"The noise of the drill terrifies me."  "I'm afraid, I'm afraid, I'm afraid."  Countless times, over and over again.  It's now the 21st century and this problem still exists. Are there solutions to this genuine
serious  problem?

At our office, we have found  various solutions to this situation.  First, we carefully listen to each
patient's concerns. By us knowing what is bothering you, or what makes you nervous, we can help you.

Potential Solutions:

1. Noise reduction headphones: using these headphones during your dental appointment are so effective that we have to lift them up from our patient's ear in order to speak with you.

2. Nitrous Oxide: this is a reversible sedation that simply induces a happy feeling. When your dental appointment is over, you are able to return to work clear headed.

3. Dental Vibe combined with the Wand for the kindest injection you will ever experience.

4. Kind, caring people around you who are always ready to work with you. Tell us if you need a break.

5. An approach to your dental treatment which is designed to your specific needs.

These suggestions and still many other solutions have made our work day very satisfying and has put a smile on our patient's faces.

Souffrez-vous de la Mauvaise Haleine? Un Petit Rappel

 

Le tartre est composé de bactéries calcifés qui irrite la gençive et peut vous donner une mauvaise haleine. Une restoration défectueuse ou  briséé où les  bactéries peuvent s'infiltrer aussi donne une mauvaise haleine.  Si  vous remarquez une langue blanche, c''est sur que vous avez  une mauvaise haleine.

Donç la meilleure  solution? Il faut voir votre hygieniste dentaire régulièrement pour enlever le tartre dans votre bouche et verifiér les restorations de vos dents. De votre part, vous devez bien brosser vos dents et passer la  soie dentaire quotidennement .  Le rince-bouche tout seul ne vous aide à couvrir la mauvaise  haleine. Brossez votre langue et hydratez-vous. Une bouche seche aussi peut contribuer à la mauvaise haleine.  Il y a plusieurs produits sur le marché pour des bouches sèches. Biotène ou X pure sont très efficace. N'oubliez pas de boire beaucoup d'eau.

Si la mauvaise haleine persiste, il faudra voir votre médecin général car ça peut venir de l'estomac. Faites attention à vos symptômes! Ce qui se passe dans la bouche est liéé à ce qui se passe dans votre corps.

Par Melanie,

Hygieniste Dentaire chez  Dr. Lenny Slepchik

How Itero Changed the Way We Take Impressions

When you think of having a dental  appointment for a crown , or starting orthodontic treatment, you have instant visions of bad tasting impression material in your mouth. You can feel the goop before it even appears.

At our office, I am here to tell you that you will have a completely different experience.

We have an advanced piece of equipment called Itero. This is a 3D digital impression scanner.  Once we take the required pictures, the scan will stitch them together and the case goes automatically directly to the laboratory that we work with.  At the lab, a model is created there which will become your crown (perfectly fitted too).

The Itero is more accurate, faster, cleaner and most importantly, more comfortable for our patients.  Our patients have benefitted from this advance in technology.  We are all thrilled to offer you this service.

 

  

                                           By Carmen,
                                           Dental Assistant at Dr. Lenny Slepchik's Office

Are You Afraid of Bad Breath?

We often are checking to see if we have bad breath. That is completely normal. Sometimes we even avoid getting together with friends "just in case". Often, we try to mask it by chewing gum or sucking on a mint or other hard candy. You learn pretty quickly this is a temporary solution.  At this point, the most important action you can take is to find out what is the cause of this problem?  Where does it come from? 

In all my experience as a practicing hygienist, this is what I have  learned from taking care of my patients. I am assuming you are someone who takes good care of your mouth; this means you brush your teeth properly twice a day, and  you floss your whole mouth once a day.  If you still have a sense that your breath is  not right, you may be someone who has periodontitis. This is an inflammation of your gums.  This causes an infection, or bad breath.  70% of the population over 35 years of age are affected.  Periodontitis means that there are bacteria in the pockets of the gums which cause an infection. With proper treatment, you can get rid of it. Your bad breath will be eliminated.

Monitoring your breath is a good way to listen to your body's well  being and avoiding embarrassing situations in public.  Please do not be shy to ask your hygienist if you are worried you suffer from this problem, She (or he) will be able to tell you if, indeed, you do have gum disease. She will measure the health of your tissue and verify what's going on. It is possible also, that  it is a digestive issue. Either way, both affect dental health and must be treated.  Remember, your hygienist is here to help you!

Kinga, your dental hygienist at Dr. Lenny Slepchik's office

 

What Toothbrush do we Suggest to our Patients?

There are so many options for toothbrushes when you go to the store, it can be quite confusing. I've been a hygienist for 15 years now, and I can tell you that as soon as my patient opens his mouth,  I know immediately if they own an electric toothbrush or a manual one.

There are so many brushes on the market to look at that makes it difficult to choose.

First of all, the brush should be rechargeable (NOT a battery operated one). The best brushes
are either the Oral B or Phillips Sonicare.  They have both been available for a long time, so that they have been tested and proven to give long term results. Once you have purchased one, it will  last for a long time.  The brushes are of good quality and reasonable in cost.

My personal preference is the Sonicare Diamond Cleaner. I have found it to be gentle on the gums
and light to hold. My patients have spoken very positively about it, which means they are using it.
If you find a system you like, you will always have better results. This is  also a great travel toothbrush since it is USB rechargeable.  That is very important if travel is a large part of your work
responsibility.

Why Choose Invisalign® for a Healthy Smile ?

When you first think about orthodontic treatment, you probably picture someone whose smile is not very attractive.  Well, we are here to tell you that with advances in dentistry today, we are using a much easier version of orthodontic treatment called Invisalign®, to radically improve the health of our patients.  The health of your gums is most  important.


When your teeth are crowded, you may have difficulty in cleaning your teeth properly.  You lose bone faster.  You have difficulty flossing.  Using Invisalign® to straighten the teeth allows the teeth to be in the right position.  Brushing and flossing your teeth is easy. Success! And the quality of the bone improves too! And when you are wearing Invisalign®, no one knows unless you tell them.
It is invisible.


Here is another solution to help you keep your teeth for a lifetime. Do you want to know if  Invisalign® can help you?  Contact us for a free consultation.  It has been clinically proven to be effective in improving overall dental health!