Archive for the ‘Metro Detroit’ Category
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Grinding Your Teeth Can Be Problematic to Your Dental Health | Cosmetic Dentist Metro Detroit
Sunday, November 29th, 2009
If ridges on tooth surfaces look flat or you occasionally wake up with jaw soreness, you may be grinding your teeth while you sleep.
Nighttime teeth grinding is a habit of one-third of Americans and employs ten times the force of normal chewing. Not surprisingly, it contributes to problems such as loose teeth, headaches, and pain [...] -
Advanced Cosmetic Course Completion | Shelby Township Michigan Dentist
Friday, November 27th, 2009
Dr. Barbat completed extensive training in advanced full-mouth reconstruction.
The intensive 48-hour course is the highest level of training possible through the renowned Las Vegas Institute for Advanced Dental Studies. One of a few dentists in the country to achieve this level at the Institute, Dr. Barbat qualified for this advanced course through previous accomplishments.
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Friends Help Leads Better Smile | Detroit Cosmetic Dentist
Wednesday, November 25th, 2009
A best friend adds much pleasure to your life. Their very presence can bring a smile.
For Mona Cottick, her friend helped her find a beautiful, new smile!
Mona and her husband relocated from Oakland County to Macomb County nearly two years ago. Being closer in proximity to her friend, Mona inquired about a dental office. Dr. [...] -
Study links Sleep Apnea & Type 2 Diabetes
Sunday, November 15th, 2009
A recent study indicates that there is a statistically significant association between type two diabetes and obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) during the REM sleep cycle. Dr. Kamran Mahmood and his colleagues from the University of Illinois in Chicago and colleagues evaluated a multi-ethnic sample of 1008 patients including Caucasians (16.9 percent), African Americans (66.9 percent) [...]
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Michigan Women’s Historical Center and Hall of Fame inducts Jessica A. Rickert
Wednesday, October 28th, 2009
“Anyone wishing to be successful should develop their whole person, including their personality.”
– Jessica A. Rickert
The Michigan Women’s Historical Center and Hall of Fame was opened in 1987 on the anniversary of Michigan’s ratification of the Women’s Suffrage Amendment. This center displays exhibits on the cultural and historic achievements of Michigan women. It also is [...] -
Cancer Hazards related to Gum Disease
Monday, October 19th, 2009
Commonly associated health hazards for chronic periodontitis (gum disease) go way beyond your mouth. People have been warned for years that persistent periodontitis can be one of the causes of heart disease. Gum disease may also be a risk factor for many other cancers of the head and neck a new study suggests.
The journal: Cancer [...] -
About Our Blog
Monday, October 12th, 2009
It is my hope that this blog will bring to light information about our practice for our patients of record as well as for potential new patients. Not only will I be sharing news from the practice, I will also include information on special offers, tips, behind the scenes stuff, and some fun stuff too.
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Whiter Teeth For Less!
Monday, October 12th, 2009
The quickest and most effective way to have whiter teeth right away is through in-office whitening. We use the Zoom Advanced Power System which can give you a whiter smile within the hour! The procedure is quick and easy.
The regular price for this procedure is $399. For a limited time, you can get “Zoomed” for [...] -
Validation From Japan?
Monday, October 12th, 2009
Our practice has been using the K7 Evaluation System by Myotoronics since February of 2007. Coincidentally, in that same month, Japan’s Health Ministry recognized the K7 Evaluation System as a requirement for orthodontists to receive payment from the National Health Insurance Program. Also, all 29 dental universities in Japan have the K7 system and 23 [...]
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Shelby Township, You don’t need to be afraid of going to the Dentist anymore.
Monday, October 12th, 2009
For many Americans going to the dentist is a frightful event, even though dentistry has changed so much in the past years. A visit to the dentist can now be relaxing and fun. Unfortunately, this is not enough for the approximately 145 million people who avoid the dentist due to fear.
Together with my caring team, [...]