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$199 * Contact us to arrange a consultation today and you could save $100 by being one of the 30 people to receive ZOOM! for FALL 2017 OUR DENTISTS Dr. Bob Kostich D.D.S., M.F.G.D.P.R.C.S. (UK) Dr. Al M Latif BDS (Lond) MSc Con Dent (Lond) by DR AL LATIF E-cigarettes are often viewed as a healthy alternative to conventional cigarettes. Instead of smoke, they produce vapor. Though contrary to what one might think, e-cigarette vapor isn't just water. It doesn't contain tar compounds like regular cigarette smoke, but it does expose the oral tissues and the respiratory tract to compounds produced by heating the vegetable glycerin, propylene glycol and nicotine aromas in e-cigarette liquid. This vapor can be equally if not more damaging to mouth cells than cigarette smoke. Such damage can lead to an array of oral health problems, including gum disease, tooth loss, and mouth cancer. Less serious adverse effects include throat irritation, vomiting, nausea, and coughing. One study of E-cigarettes and the lining of the oral cavity showed that after just three days of use, the vapor of an e-cigarette killed off epithelial lining cells at a rate of 53% compared to 2% with no E-cigarette usage. This is worrying as the oral lining is generally the first line of defense against microbial attack, inflammation and gum disease. More research is required in the field to see if there is a long-term increase risk of oral cancer. As the end of 2017 is rapidly approaching, we are happy to welcome you to our Fall 2017 newsletter. We hope everyone has enjoyed their summer, and is embracing the rest of the year in good health. Hello! #10 Alexander Place, PO Box 10116 Grand Cayman, KY1-1001, Cayman Islands Monday 8:30 - 5:30 Tuesday / Wednesday 9:30 - 6:30 Thursday / Friday 7:30 - 4:30 Saturday 8:30 - 4:30 CLINIC HOURS www.smiledental.ky | info@smiledental.ky (345) 949-7303 follow us on facebook for more updates E-cigarettes & Oral Health Our bi-annual Zoom special is back, but this year we have 2 specials, so you can get your friends and family members in on this amazing offer! 2 ZOOM SPECIALS $199 * * Contact us to arrange a consultation today and you could save $100 by being one of the 30 people to receive ZOOM! only for FOR FALL 2017 The special is scheduled for October 2017 this year. As always, we recommend a cleaning and check-up prior to the Zoom whitening. Book your appointment in September to see one of our lovely hygienists to fast track yourself to take advantage of this offer! The price includes the initial consultation, Zoom! tooth whitening, custom whitening trays and one syringe of touch-up gel. New Patient Zoom Offer- All new patients that book a Comprehensive Examination & Dental Cleaning in August or September will be eligible to have our Zoom Whitening for only $99** Must mention this special in order to receive this offer. Please note: The Zoom! Whitening can only be booked for the month of October, Mon-Fri only. ** terms & conditions apply, please call us for more information on345-949-7303 or email us at [email protected]

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Page 1: Dental - by DR AL LATIF...2017/08/09  · by DR AL LATIF E-cigarettes are often viewed as a healthy alternative to conventional cigarettes. Instead of smoke, they produce vapor. Though

Our bi-annual Zoom special is back, but this year we have 2 specials, so you can get your friends and family members in on this amazing o�er!

2 ZOOMSPECIALS$199*

* Contact us to arrange aconsultation today and youcould save $100 by being oneof the 30 people to receiveZOOM!

only

for

FOR FALL 2017

The special is scheduled for October 2017 this year. As always, we recommend a cleaning and check-up prior to the Zoom whitening. Book your appointment in September to see one of our lovely hygienists to fast track yourself to take advantage of this o�er! The price includes the initial consultation, Zoom! tooth whitening, custom whitening trays and one syringe of touch-up gel.

New Patient Zoom O�er- All new patients that book a Comprehensive Examination & Dental Cleaning in August or September will be eligible to have our Zoom Whitening for only $99** Must mention this special in order to receive this o�er.

Please note: The Zoom! Whitening can only be booked for the month of October, Mon-Fri only. ** terms & conditions apply, please call us for more information on345-949-7303 or email us at [email protected]

Our bi-annual Zoom special is back, but this year we have 2 specials, so you can get your friends and family members in on this amazing o�er!

2 ZOOMSPECIALSFOR FALL 2017

The special is scheduled for October 2017 this year. As always, we recommend a cleaning and check-up prior to the Zoom whitening. Book your appointment in September to see one of our lovely hygienists to fast track yourself to take advantage of this o�er! The price includes the initial consultation, Zoom! tooth whitening, custom whitening trays and one syringe of touch-up gel.

New Patient Zoom O�er- All new patients that book a Comprehensive Examination & Dental Cleaning in August or September will be eligible to have our Zoom Whitening for only $99** Must mention this special in order to receive this o�er.

Please note: The Zoom! Whitening can only be booked for the month of October, Mon-Fri only. October, Mon-Fri only. October, Mon-Fri only** terms & conditions apply, please call us for more information on345-949-7303 or email345-949-7303 or email345-949-7303 us at [email protected]

FALL 2017

OUR DENTISTSDr. Bob KostichD.D.S., M.F.G.D.P.R.C.S. (UK)Dr. Al M Latif BDS(Lond) MSc Con Dent (Lond)

by DR AL LATIFE-cigarettes are often viewed as a healthy alternative to conventional cigarettes. Instead of smoke, they produce vapor. Though contrary to what one might think, e-cigarette vapor isn't just water. It doesn't contain tar compounds like regular cigarette smoke, but it does expose the oral tissues and the

respiratory tract to compounds produced by heating the vegetable glycerin, propylene glycol and nicotine aromas in e-cigarette liquid. This vapor can be equally if not more damaging to mouth cells than cigarette smoke. Such damage can lead to an array of oral health problems, including gum disease, tooth loss, and mouth cancer. Less serious adverse e�ects include throat irritation, vomiting, nausea, and coughing. One study of E-cigarettes and the lining of the oral cavity showed that after just three days of use, the vapor of an e-cigarette killed o� epithelial lining cells at a rate of 53% compared to 2% with no E-cigarette usage. This is worrying as the oral lining is generally the first line of defense against microbial attack, inflammation and gum disease. More research is required in the field to see if there is a long-term increase risk of oral cancer.

As the end of 2017 is rapidly approaching, we are happy to welcome you to our Fall 2017 newsletter. We hope everyone has enjoyed their summer, and is embracing the rest of the year in good health.

Hello!

#10 Alexander Place, PO Box 10116Grand Cayman, KY1-1001, Cayman Islands

Monday 8:30 - 5:30Tuesday / Wednesday 9:30 - 6:30Thursday / Friday 7:30 - 4:30Saturday 8:30 - 4:30

CLINICHOURS

www.smiledental.ky | [email protected]

(345) 949-7303

follow us on facebookfor more updates

E-cigarettes& Oral Health

Our bi-annual Zoom special is back, but this year we have 2 specials, so you can get your friends and family members in on this amazing o�er!

2 ZOOMSPECIALS$199*

* Contact us to arrange aconsultation today and youcould save $100 by being oneof the 30 people to receiveZOOM!

only

for

field to see if there is a long-term increase risk of oral cancer.

$199* Contact us to arrange aconsultation today and youcould saveof the 30 people to receiveZOOM!

for

FOR FALL 2017

The special is scheduled for October 2017 this year. As always, we recommend a cleaning and check-up prior to the Zoom whitening. Book your appointment in September to see one of our lovely hygienists to fast track yourself to take advantage of this o�er! The price includes the initial consultation, Zoom! tooth whitening, custom whitening trays and one syringe of touch-up gel.

New Patient Zoom O�er- All new patients that book a Comprehensive Examination & Dental Cleaning in August or September will be eligible to have our Zoom Whitening for only $99** Must mention this special in order to receive this o�er.

Please note: The Zoom! Whitening can only be booked for the month of October, Mon-Fri only. ** terms & conditions apply, please call us for more information on345-949-7303 or email us at [email protected]

Page 2: Dental - by DR AL LATIF...2017/08/09  · by DR AL LATIF E-cigarettes are often viewed as a healthy alternative to conventional cigarettes. Instead of smoke, they produce vapor. Though

Introducing theSmile Dental LabLast year, we introduced our newest technology- our Digital Scanner. It removes the need for messy impressions for crowns, bridges and veneers. We are excited to share with you our ability to create custom CAD/CAM porcelain work for patients, sometimes as quickly as 2 to 3 days.

Instead of using the conventional materials to take the dental impressions, we use a more e�cient technique with our digital scanner. After the scan is taken by the dentist and assistant, the scan is sent to our online program, where our dental technician designs your case using state of the art software. Depending on the size of the case, this can take anywhere from 1-2 hours. Once the design is complete, the technician prepares special materials and sends the case directly to the milling machine. In about 2 hours, the machine has completed the fabrication of the case. Our technician then uses a series of stains and glazes to create a realistic match to your existing dentition. Once the staining and glazing has been perfected by the technician, the case then “bakes” for 8 hours, to harden the porcelain material which ensures it will withstand the pressure exerted in the mouth. The technician then sends the completed case back to the dentist, who places the restoration.

Why do we need to removeimpacted wisdom teeth? Impacted wisdom teeth do not always show symptoms, meaning you could have them and not even realize it. The American Dental Association recommends that people between the ages of 16 and 19 have their wisdom teeth evaluated. You will need to have a Panoramic X-ray completed to evaluate how the teeth are coming in and if they may cause any problems in the future. Impacted wisdom teeth that are left untreated can lead to gum disease, tooth decay, infection and overcrowding. Common problems/symptoms from wisdom teeth include:

Pericoronitis – when plaque causes an infection of the gum that surrounds the tooth.Cellulitis – a bacterial infection in the cheek, tongue or throat.Abscess – when pus collects in your wisdom tooth or the surrounding tissue due to a bacterial infection.Cysts and benign growths – very rarely, a wisdom tooth that hasn't cut through the gum develops a cyst (a fluid-filled swelling).

by DR BOB KOSTICH

HOW DOES IT WORK?

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