Produced to improve your dental health and awareness Winter 2007/2008

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Defy anxiety and win the battle!

Find out which changes get real results!

Peace, Hope, And JoyOur sincere greetings

Peace, hope, and joy are sentiments that can never be expressed often enough. Another is our heartfelt gratitude to our patients who have made the growth of our thriving practice possible through their loyalty and friendship.

It is truly astonishing to think how quickly yet another holiday season has arrived. Before we all get too caught up in what seems like an endless fl urry of activity, we’d like to take a moment to refl ect on the year that has just passed. There is no doubt in the minds or hearts of our team, that the bonds of friendship and trust that we share with our practice family make everything easier.

We are honored by your ongoing loyalty and patronage and look forward to sharing another year with you. From all of us to all of you, a safe, healthy, and happy holiday. If you have any questions or concerns, be sure to give us a call. You are important to us.

Wishing you a wonderful holiday,

Dr. Jodi Danna

Thank you for all your referrals – we appreciate them!

With a� reciation, we send you our warme� wishes for � e Holidays and for a ha� y and os� rous New Year

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Ask Us Anything!Can’t figure out how to keep the paste on your electric toothbrush without it splattering? Try waiting until the brush is in your mouth before turning it on. So you see... You can ask us anything about dental procedures or home care techniques!

5 Great Reasons For Good Home Care

[1] Saves on both dental and medical costs particularly if you are diabetic or suffer from cardiovascular disease.

[2] Expands cosmetic options that require a solid oral health foundation.

[3] Keeps your breath sweet by managing the bacteria and sulphur compounds that cause oral malodor.

[4] Saves your smile for years to come – every minute in the US, a patient loses a tooth due to cavities or gum disease.

[5] Boosts your social life – everyone notices your smile first!

The gap between men and women’s oral health concerns is less than you might think. Here are some similarities triggered by hormones...

n Adolescenthormonalfluctuationscan contribute to gingivitis for both genders. n Oral contraceptives can intensify existing oral problems in women, encourage gingivitis, or reduce saliva flow.n “New-mom gums” happen when progesteronecausesinflammationofthe gums after the baby arrives.n Andropause is a normal mid-life stage of male development that can increase risk for cardiovascular disease and osteoarthritis which have been linked with periodontal disease. n Menopause may trigger dry mouth, jaw pain, or a burning sensation in women’s mouths. n Millions of men, as well as women, have osteoporosis which

has been linked to gum disease which has been linked to systemic diseases, jawbone loss, and tooth loss.

Shifting The FocusStay positive

In a study where people were asked to solve math problems, there was no difference between men’s and women’s scores until the women were required to wear bathing suits. Suddenly their focus shifted to self-consciousness. Uneasiness and anxiety can hold anyone back. Don’t let these feelingskeepyoufrombenefitingfrom preventive, restorative, or cosmetic dentistry.What you can dol Share your fears with us;l Keep appointments – delaying

may complicate treatment;l Avoid caffeine and sugar;l Interrupt us if you need a break;l Ask questions – knowledge is power! What we can dol Consult with you to develop your best treatment strategy;l Provide you with distractions; l Use technology to minimize discomfort;l Offer sedation so that you can have more treatments in one visit;l Provide non-surgical treatments.

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smile signalsIt’s about complex interrelationships

At the Institute for Human and Machine Cognition, researchers are using helmet-mounted cameras and other technology to send signals to the brain ... through the tongue! People without sight have perceived people walking in front of them and have been able to locate doorways. If this doesn’t demonstrate the complex interrelationships between our mouths and other systems in our bodies, then what can?

Gum disease has a tendency to sneak up on you. That’s probably why so many people lose teeth because of it. If we don’t keep our teeth and gums scrupulously clean and healthy, then plaque (bacterial film)willbuildupandhardeninto calculus. If allowed to accumulate, it can cause swelling, tenderness, and even bleeding ... and that’s not all! Gum disease has been linked to toxemia, premature births, cardiovascular diseases, diabetes, and osteoporosis.

Only a dentist or hygienist can remove calculus. But the best cure is prevention through regularbrushingandflossing,a diet adequate in vitamins like A, C, and B-complex that build healthy gums, and regular dental exams.

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Change For The Good!Don’t you feel badly for people who wear themselves out trying to improve

things about themselves that they just can’t change? It’s great to know that there are still some enhancements you can make where you will absolutely, positively see a for-real difference ... and everyone else will too. Restorative dentistry can help change your smile for the better.

Look really great ... for real!

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Close gaps between teeth Some gaps can be filled by using porcelain crowns or camouflaged with veneers which have been called instant orthodontics. Sometimes braces and other appliances are required to move teeth over time.

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Replace missing teeth or correct a bad bite

Crowns, bridgework, dental implants, or a combination of all three could offer your best improvement for functional or structural problems.

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Give proportion to an uneven or too-gummy smile

We can even out your gumline and reveal your natural enamel by removing excess gum tissue.

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Rebuild chipped, cracked, or worn teeth

We can strengthen damaged teeth with custom-designed crowns or restore the appearance of less damaged teeth with bonding materials or ultra-thin porcelain veneers. All of these methods are completely natural looking.

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Brighten stained or discolored teeth, or replace missing or worn teeth

Teeth whitening can be enough but if your teeth have become stained or discolored through age or from tetracycline or other medications, bonding or veneers are a beautiful solution.

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Jodi D. Danna, DDS, PC5072 W. Plano Parkway, Suite 270Plano, TX 75093-4470

Office HoursMonday closedTuesday 7:00 am – 3:00 pmWednesday 7:00 am – 3:00 pmThursday 7:00 am – 3:00 pmFriday 9:00 am – 1:00 pm

Contact InformationOffice (972) 267-6244Fax (972) 267-6247Emergency (972) 267-6244 option 3Email Pam@DannaSmile.comWeb site www.DannaSmile.com

Office StaffPam ............................Office ManagerVickie, Cynthia.......... Dental HygienistsAna, Tarisha ..............Dental Assistants

Peace &Teeth whitening has never been

safer, faster or more effective, thanks to Zoom!® Advanced Power™, the very latest in-offi ce teeth whitening. It is so effective that your smile shade could literally zoom right off the whitening charts! The Zoom people call that the “wow factor” because patients are so completely wowed by the dazzling brightness of their smile!

Zoom! Advanced Power goes even beyond Zoom!® and Zoom2® whitening procedures that you may have seen on ABC’s Extreme Makeover. That’s because optics experts have created an exclusive custom light technology that has the highest output of any chairside whitening lamp available. Combining this light source with Zoom! Advanced Power 25% hydrogen peroxide gel, will create your super-wattage smile!

Wouldn’t you like to achieve in only 45 minutes what would normally take weeks to achieve at home? And these results really last! In fact, we can

Say ”Wow” Now!& Smile brighter

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This could be one of the most serendipitous articles you’ve ever read. That is, you are about to discover something delightful where you least expected to find it. What is it? Dental implants are more than restorative... They can help you to look great!

Teeth that are lost to gum disease, cavities, or trauma from an accident can be permanently replaced by dental implants – artificial teeth permanently anchored in the jawbone. This is important. Bone loss will always follow the loss of a tooth. And if bone is lost even from only one tooth, the surrounding teeth will shift. This can affect your appearance, speech, ability to enjoy food, and your self-esteem.

Let us help you decide whether dental implants are for you. Like any other cosmetic restoration, we’ll take into account your health, where the implant is needed, the best implant design, and its suitability for your lifestyle.How can implants help? Placing dental implants soon after tooth

loss can save bone, teeth, and the look of your smile. For people with good overall health and

healthy gums and bone, implants can be an attractive alternative to a denture or bridge. Implants really do look and feel just like

real teeth. Implants help to keep gums looking

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Dental ImplantsSerendipity and your smile

The final procedure is the attachment of a prosthetic tooth to the abutment.

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The abutment is attached to the exposed anchor during the second surgery.

The anchor is placed into the jawbone during the first surgery. Over the next six months the bone cells grow closely around the anchor, holding it firmly in place.

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Zoom Advanced Power Special

$100 off

provide a customized take-home touch-up kit with custom-fi tted trays for an annual perk-up.

Perhaps your teeth have discolored from the most common causes – staining beverages and products like tea, coffee, red wine, berries, and tobacco. Possibly age or tetracycline are the culprits. Zoom! Advanced Power could be the answer you’ve been looking for! Call us today for your personal smile consultation. In only one offi ce visit, your teeth could Zoom! to the top of the charts … and then some!

Discount applicable November 1st to December 31st, 2007

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