“The first thing thats involved in a smile makeover is the patients goals. Every patient has something different that they want to accomplish with their smile so you have to find out what is it that they really want to accomplish. Once we know that we can do what we need to do. Usually we perform what’s called a wax-up. We make a mock, so to speak, of the smile makeover. We show it to the patient so they can see kind of the shape that their teeth are gonna be, the length, the width, all those things that go along with it so that’s kind of what’s involved. After that we start the prep work and the delivery of the case.” – Dr. Ban Barbat

“The benefits of a smile makeover are many. It improves self esteem. A lot of patients walk around very embarrassed, they don’t want to show their teeth so they don’t smile. This in turn makes them seem unfriendly. It really helps someone come out of their shell so to speak. They are able to be friendly and smile and not be so embarrassed.” Dr. Ban Barbat

To find out more about smile makeovers contact our experienced Utica Dentist Offce today for more information.

Myths About Veneers

If you have ever seen anyone with porcelain veneers you have seen how great they can make your smile appear. You may not even realize that someone has veneers because of the way they look like natural teeth. Like any dental procedures there are ideals about them that may not be true.

The first myth is that veneers are only for your front teeth.

Veneers can be used on any of your teeth. Usually patients choose to affix veneers to the most visible teeth but the option for all teeth is there.

Another myth is that veneers are out of the average person’s price range. Veneers are available through credit lines and payment plans which makes them available for more and more patients. To find out more about veneers contact Dr. Ban Barbat & her experienced staff at her Utica Cosmetic Dentist Office.

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Here is a short video with me describing what we do to make our patients comfortable at Our Metro Detroit Sedation Dentist Office.

Makkar Pure Power Mouth Guard: “All We Did Was Give Them An Extra Edge”

The Makkar Pure Power Mouth Guard has been gaining a lot of media attention, especially in the sports world.

“About 40 members of the New Orleans Saints are sporting the mouthpiece invented by Truro dentist Anil Makkar while seven players of the opposition Indianapolis Colts are also using the product.”

” “(The Saints) were already a great team.

They had all the right parts in place,” the 48-year-old Makkar said over the phone from Miami, where he’s attending Super Bowl festivities with the team and will take in the game Sunday. “I think all we did was give them an extra edge.”
The mouthguard properly aligns the jaw and spine, allowing for better breathing and increased range of motion and power.
It all started when Saints linebacker Jonathan Vilma was fitted for a Makkar PPM last year and noticed his headaches went away. He mentioned the mouthpiece to general manager Mickey Loomis. “

To get fitted for your own personal Pure Power Mouth Guard contact Dr. Ban Barbat and her experienced Metro Detroit Michigan neuromuscular dentist team today. Give yourself that necessary sporting edge, that has been used this year by Olympic Gold Medal Winners, Super Bowl Winners and powerhouse athletes from everysport to naturally and healthily enhance their natural abilities.

Source: The Truro Daily News

Meet Deb Ramsey, Our Financial coordinator at the office of Dr. Ban Barbat

Part of being social is getting to know everyone on our Team at the office of Dr Ban Barbat. You probably have seen or met Deb if you have been to our office. Deb Ramsey is our Financial Coordinator and, well, she coordinates the finances.  An essential part of the team and always there with a smile, Deb has been on the Team for 12 years.

When weather permits, Deb loves Boating and riding Motorcycles to the sounds of the Eagles throughout the beautiful scenery here in Michigan.  She also is a big fan of homemade Italian food, but if heading out will try to make it to Luciano’s Restaurant in Clinton Township.

Everyone at our Michigan Cosmetic and General Dentistry office is committed to your health.

Deb’s tip for staying healthly
“Perio [Gum] disease can be spread from partner to partner through kissing”  So if you are not taking care of your gums, you not only effect the health of your entire body, you can harm the person that is closest to you.
Next time you are in the office, knock on her door and say “Hi” to Deb! with that big healthy smile!!

Dental Veneers can fix a variety of issues that can occur with your teeth.

Some people get veneers to fix cosmetic issues that can range from discoloration to misaligned and unusually shaped teeth. Veneers can also fix issues with teeth that are broken, chipped, or worn down. Other people get veneers to cover up gaps or overlapping teeth. They not only provide a natural looking smile but they also last about five to ten years before needing to be replaced.

If you have ever wanted to perfect your smile dental veneers could be the right choice for you.

Contact Dr. Ban Barbat and her friendly Utica Cosmetic Dentist staff today to find out more about how dental veneers can improve your smile.

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Dental Implants are usually the most effective option for patients that are missing their adult teeth. Dentures rest on the gum lines and fixed bridges are anchored onto other teeth. Unlike these options, dental implants last for the long-term. Dental Implants are attached into the jawbone and eventually becomes a part of your jaw.

Statistics have shown that 69% of adults aged 35-44 have lost a permanent tooth to accidents, periodontal disease, tooth decay, or root-canal failure. It also shows that 26% of adults have lost all of their teeth by the age of 74.

If you have lost any of your adult teeth contact Dr. Ban Barbat; DDS, Utica Cosmetic Dentist Office, today to find out more about how dental implants can improve your life.

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5 Great Reasons To Smile

1.    A smile can help lower your blood pressure. Don’t believe it? Try it next time you take your blood pressure.

2.    Smiling can help boost your immune system. Smiling reduces stress, which causes your immune system to beef up.

3.    When you smile you look younger. A smile can go much further than plastic surgery. Smile and watch the age fade away.

4.    Smiles make us more attractive. When you smile you attract more positive energy.

5.    Smiles are FREE. Not much in this world is truly free but you can improve your quality of life by just remembering to smile.

If your teeth are giving you a reason to not smile contact an experienced and knowledgable dentist team like the team at Ban R. Barbat DDS, Michigan Cosmetic Dentist.

Fear of going to the dentist is a very common phobia.

The level of fear can vary but some people find it unnerving to visit the dentist for basic checkups or cleanings. Sedation dentistry can help people overcome their fears and maintain their dental health.

Sedation dentistry can be given in the form of a pill with Oral Sedation or with IV sedation.

The pill form is the more popular choice. A prescription sleeping pill is given to the patient to take before coming into the office so that the patient will be sedated by the time the procedure begins.

The IV form of sedation dentistry is given to the patient intravenously. The patients state of fear can be closely monitored and the dosage changed accordingly. It is also good because it can go on as long as the procedure needs.

Contact Dr. Ban Barbat’s Utica MI Cosmetic Dentist Office today to learn more about your sedation options.

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