Back in 2007, Bonnie had a lot going on in her life. She didn’t think she’d have time for a long dental treatment–but it was also around that time that she started to notice a problem with one of her lower teeth. It began when she noticed that she’d often accidentally bite her bottom lip while she was chewing. Then she slowly started noticing other little problems with the position of her teeth.
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A Cosmetic Dentist You Can Trust in Sterling Heights MI
August 27, 2015
What is Your Gum Disease Risk? Protect Yourself from Periodontal Disease with Dr. Salzberg-Siegel
March 20, 2015
According to the American Academy of Periodontology, approximately half of American adults suffer from some form of gum disease, a chronic infection of the gums that has been linked to problems like heart disease, stroke, cancer, dementia, diabetes, and more. Knowing your risks and understanding methods of prevention are your greatest resources in protecting your smile and your body from the hazards of periodontal disease. At the Clinton Township, MI dental office of Dr. Mindy Salzberg-Siegel, you’ll find everything that you and your family need to achieve and maintain optimal oral health, including screenings and treatment for gum disease.
Symptoms & Complications of Gum Disease
The most common symptom associated with periodontal disease is tenderness and swelling of the gingival tissues. You may notice that your gums bleed during or after brushing and/or flossing. Other symptoms include:
- Recession of the gums (exposed roots at the gum line)
- Increased sensitivity to cold foods and beverages
- Loose or shifting teeth
- Chronic halitosis (bad breath)
- Pain while chewing
- Reddening of the gums, particularly near the roots of teeth
- Widening gaps between teeth close to the gum line
In many patients, mild to moderate gum disease may develop without any noticeable symptoms. This is the primary reason that routine periodontal hygiene visits with your dentist are so important. Only a comprehensive exam and cleaning will definitively determine the presence of infection within the gums.
Assessing Your Gum Disease Risk
There are a variety of risk factors for the development of periodontal disease. Understanding how your lifestyle choices and systemic health affect your gums is critical to prevention and effective treatment. The most commonly gum disease risk factors include the following:
- Poor oral hygiene. The accumulation of plaque at and beneath the gum line is the primary cause of gum disease.
- Tobacco use. Using tobacco in any form – including smoking and chewing tobacco – greatly increases your risk of developing irritation of the gingival tissues.
- Many over-the-counter and prescription medications cause a reduction in saliva production. Saliva helps to protect your teeth and gums from the bacteria that cause decay and disease.
- Individuals with a family history of gum disease are more susceptible to the condition.
- Studies indicate that stress makes it more difficult for your body to fight off infection, including gum disease.
- Teeth grinding or clenching. Patients who suffer from bruxism (teeth grinding) or jaw clenching – both of which accelerate the rate at which connective tissues deteriorate – are at an increased risk for developing periodontal disease.
Schedule Your Gum Disease Assessment Today
If you suspect that you may be suffering from gum disease or if it has been more than one year since your last professional dental cleaning, contact us today to schedule your consultation with Dr. Salzberg-Siegel and her experienced, caring team. You can also complete your own gum disease risk assessment at SelfScreen.net and present your findings at your next appointment. Working together, you and Dr. Salzberg-Siegel can effectively reduce your risk of complications associated with this condition. Our Clinton Township, MI dental practice warmly welcomes patients from throughout the nearby areas of Shelby, Fraser, Sterling Heights, Mount Clemens, Saint Clair Shores, and beyond.
A Dental Implant Dentist Clinton Township Patients Can Trust: Dr. Mindy Salzberg-Siegel
August 11, 2014
Dental implants are widely regarded as the preferred method of tooth replacement today, providing unparalleled structural stability and a seamless, natural appearance. A dental implant is a small, biocompatible post that is surgically placed within the gums and the bone of the jaw where a missing tooth once stood. The implant serves as a sturdy anchor to which a prosthetic restoration is affixed. This restoration may be a single crown to replace one tooth, a bridge to replace multiple teeth in a row, or even a complete denture to take the place of a full arch of missing teeth. The end result is a beautifully restored smile that looks, feels, and functions naturally and comfortably.
With more than 25 years of experience treating patients with complex needs, Dr. Mindy Salzberg-Siegel is your trusted source for all aesthetic, implant, and restorative dentistry treatment. We understand that particularly complicated cases – including those that require full-mouth reconstruction with dental implants – warrant specialized care and customized treatment plans. That is why Dr. Salzberg-Siegel has supplemented her already extensive education with postgraduate programs at the Seattle Institute for Advanced Dental Education, the Dawson Center for Advanced Dentistry, and the highly revered Kois Center in Seattle.
Dr. Salzberg-Siegel’s training at the Kois Center further honed and advanced her skills and experience in the field of implant dentistry; in fact, she hopes to become a mentor at the Kois Center in order to help other dentists as they undergo their training there. Her true passion lies in restoring and rebuilding smiles, utilizing the latest in dental implant technology to help her patients reclaim their lives with advanced techniques and an artistic, caring touch.
A Strong, Beautiful Smile for Life
Dr. Salzberg-Siegel’s unique approach to dentistry is one of the many characteristics that set her practice apart. When you come to us for help, regardless of the complexity of your individual case, we begin with formulating a customized treatment plan that is tailored to suit your needs. Dr. Salzberg-Siegel meticulously integrates personalized care, the latest in dental implant technology, and a natural talent for aesthetics to craft strong, healthy, radiant smiles that last a lifetime.
No matter how severely your teeth or gums have been damaged due to injury, decay, or disease, Dr. Salzberg-Siegel can help. Whether you are searching for a dentist in Clinton Township, MI to perform routine preventive cleaning, a full-mouth reconstruction, or anything in between, Dr. Salzberg-Siegel’s practice is your premier destination for comprehensive dental care. Contact us today to schedule your consultation and to explore the possibilities afforded by our experience, commitment, and advanced dental implant technology.
We look forward to helping you reclaim your smile, working closely with you every step of the way until you absolutely love what you see in the mirror. Our practice warmly welcomes patients from throughout the areas surrounding Clinton Township as well, including Sterling Heights, Mount Clemens, Fraser, Shelby, Saint Clair Shores, and beyond.
Acid Reflux
February 24, 2014
Q: I have noticed that my teeth are getting smaller. My dentist said I have enamel erosion. Can this be related to the heartburn I am experiencing?
A: Absolutely! Heartburn is known as many things. Acid reflux, or GERD (gastroesophageal reflux disease), occurs when the stomach contents flow back up through the esophagus. The stomach’s digestive juices contain acid, and people with this condition often can taste food or acidic fluid in the mouth. This stomach acid can damage your esophagus, leading to health complications like asthma, voice disorders, and Barrett’s Esophagus, a pre-cancerous condition. It can also dissolve enamel and promote tooth decay. The acid-producing bacteria present in the mouth break down the enamel, and the acidic environment caused by GERD decreases the saliva’s ability to neutralize the acid and remineralize the enamel surface. If you happen to be a person who suffers from bruxism (teeth grinding), wear on the chewing surfaces of your teeth is accelerated by the acidic environment.
There are many factors that contribute to GERD. Obesity, pregnancy, smoking, asthma medications, painkillers, antidepressants and antihistamines are a few.
If you are experiencing any of the following symptoms, you may be suffering from GERD:
- A dry, chronic cough
- Wheezing, asthma, and/or recurrent pneumonia
- Nausea
- Sore throat, hoarseness
- Difficult or painful swallowing
- Pain in the chest or upper abdomen
- Dental erosion and bad breath
If these symptoms sound like something you have been experiencing, the good news is that it is treatable! Your physician as well as your dentist can help you manage this disease and its consequences. Contact our office in Clinton Township today and talk to Dr. Mindy Salzberg-Siegel to find out how to protect your teeth!
Better Care through Continuing Education
September 16, 2013
Completing dental school is a doctor’s first step in providing great care to patients, but it’s not the only step. Staying up to date on the latest techniques and tools is also important. With every new advance in dentistry, care becomes more comfortable, precise, and efficient.
As your Clinton Township dentist, Dr. Salzberg-Siegel is committed to staying abreast of the newest changes within dentistry. To that end, she recently completed her studies with the prestigious Kois Center in Seattle, Washington, an experience she calls one of the most challenging and rewarding of her career.
The Kois Center’s comprehensive, nine course program covers all aspects of dental care through a combination of lectures and hands-on experience, for a total of 200 hours of intensive learning. Through her studies, Dr. Salzberg-Siegel has learned how to better integrate state-of-the-art care into her Clinton Township practice.
“The training that I received at the Kois Center has transformed the way I practice,” Dr. Salzberg-Siegel said, following her completion of the program.” “It is now possible to change the lives of my patients by eliminating pain, enhancing their ability to chew and improve their appearance in a predictable fashion.”
It takes detailed treatment strategies to deliver truly one of a kind care. Dr. Salzberg-Siegel offers exactly that through personalized plans that include full mouth reconstruction, implant tooth replacement, bite reconstructions, and smile makeovers. All of this is on top of her other great preventive, cosmetic, and restorative services.
To learn more about the Kois Center, visit their website. There, you’ll find testimonials, information about their courses, and more.
To Dr. Salzberg-Siegel about creating a healthy smile with any combination of our services, give us a call to reserve a consultation. Dr. Salzberg-Siegel brings great compassion and knowledge to every patient’s situation. Find out how we can help you today.
Use Your Dental Benefits This Holiday Season Before They Expire
November 26, 2012
A lot goes into preparing for the holidays. A list of everything you have to do might include buying presents, making travel plans, preparing the house for visitors, holiday decorating, and a lot more.
One thing that can get left off that list, though, is a dental checkup and tooth cleaning at Dr. Salzberg-Siegel’s Clinton Township dental office. The most obvious reason for including a dental checkup and tooth cleaning appointment in your plans is that they help you support your overall health and wellbeing.
What do we mean by that?
We mean that not only does your oral health benefit, but so does your entire body. That’s something Dr. Salzberg-Siegel wants all of her Michigan patients to enjoy.
A less obvious, but still important reason, for a holiday dental checkup and tooth cleaning is that appointments like those help you use your dental benefits. For most people, the end of the year means that dental benefits will be reset at the start of the next year. That means your annual deductible will be back at square one, just like your annual maximum.
Your annual maximum is what your insurance company will pay for. If you still have any of your annual maximum left, that’s money you’ll lose at the start of 2013. Don’t let that happen. Take advantage of the help your dental benefits can give you by scheduling a visit with Dr. Salzberg-Siegel between now and the end of the year.
At our Clinton Township dental office in Michigan, you’ll find a compassionate, experienced team ready to help you with all aspects of your oral health. More than just your smile will benefit—your overall health and wellbeing will too. To learn more about the connection between your smile and your overall health and wellbeing, take a look at this video:
If you live in Clinton Township, or elsewhere in Michigan, our dental office is ready to help you restore your oral health. Call us today to reserve an appointment. And let us know in the comments section what you’re doing this holiday season to keep your smile clean, healthy, and beautiful.
April Is National Oral Cancer Health Month
April 20, 2012
When was your last visit to the dentist? Please take a moment to watch this video explaining how an oral cancer screening with OralDNA could save your life.
It is important to consider the last time you were tested for oral cancer, and to help us be more mindful of this deadly disease, April is National Oral Cancer Health Month. During the month of April, dentists nationwide are encouraging patients to come in for an oral exam and cancer screening.
There are a wide variety of effective screening tools out there. At Dr. Salzberg-Siegel’s Clinton Township office, we screen patients with OralDNA. What OralDNA lets us do is screen patients for a variety of conditions, including periodontal disease, oral cancer, and even HPV.
Why HPV? Because oral cancer caused by HPV is on the rise. Identifying HPV in patients helps Dr. Salzberg-Siegel identify those who may be at increased risk so that a customized treatment plan can be made. The CDC has estimated that as many as 80% of patients may come into contact with at least one of the 120 different types of HPV, often without knowing about it.
Oral Cancer Facts and Statistics
Every year, oral cancer kills more people nationwide than cervical or skin cancer. What’s more, only half of all patients diagnosed will live more than five years after diagnosis. The most common risk factors are tobacco use, excessive alcohol consumption, consistent sunlight exposure, habitual cheek or lip biting, or poorly fitting denture. However, 25% of oral cancers involve patients with no risk factors at all. That’s often where HPV factors in.
Signs of oral cancer include:
• A sore that bleeds easily or does not heal.
• A color change of the oral tissues.
• A lump, thickening, rough spot, crust, or small, eroded area.
• Pain, tenderness, or numbness anywhere in the mouth or on the lips.
If you’ve never been screened for oral cancer or HPV, there’s no better time for a screening at Dr. Salzberg-Siegel’s office than National Oral Cancer Health Month. You can learn more about oral cancer from the Mayo Clinic and from OralDNA’s webpage. Also, be sure to Call us today.
Is Your Dental Team Working Hard For You?!
October 11, 2011
News From Sophia:
Greetings friends!
We had such an energizing team meeting this morning and just had to share more about it with you. At Dr. Mindy Salzberg-Siegel’s office, we are continually focused on how we can better serve our patients and exceed their expectations. The focus of our team gathering today was “Communication, Let’s Bridge the Gap.”
We know not only is it important that we have an open line of communication with our patients regarding their dental goals but also among our team to help patients achieve those goals.
Communication and Team-Building Exercises help us to:
1) Improve patient flow, thus decreasing time patients have to spend in the office
2) Learn more about our personalities and thus work better as a team
3) Generate an efficient and productive learning environment to better serve our patients
3)Implement new sterilization techniques and stay up to date with technological advancements
4) Keep chair side assistants and hygienists ‘on their toes’ and in tune to patients’ needs during procedures
5) Learn new techniques for administrative staff to assist in financial planning and convenient scheduling for patients
“Our greatest reward is that patients continue feeling great about their dental care and truly enjoy the time they spend with us.” -Dr. Mindy
Do you have any input or suggestions for team building exercises?! We would love to hear them! Please post!
Let Us Know About Your Summer!
September 2, 2011
Summer’s nearly over, and that means family vacations are over and a new school year is on the way. But even if the summertime season is coming to a close, you’ve still got all those great memories. Maybe your family spent some time at the beach, or spent some time with family members you haven’t seen in a long time.
Whatever it you did, we’d love to hear about it. We’d especially like to hear about how you managed to stay cool. Was it with a relaxing swim? Or what about with a sweet summer treat, like a Popsicle? However you managed to stay cool, we bet there were also lots of smiles to be shared, either with friends or family.
And for some of you, that time with friends and family gave you the perfect opportunity to show off the smile Dr. Salzberg-Siegel created for you with a smile makeover.
If that sounds like you, then we’d like to know more than just how your summer was—we’d like to hear how your smile makeover has changed your life. Are you smiling more? Do you feel a sense of confidence you haven’t felt in a long time? We want to know exactly how a smile makeover has helped you. You can leave a comment for us here on our blog, or you can give our office a call to let us know.
Do You Make a Good First Impression?
March 31, 2011
When is the last time you went on a job interview? How about a first date? Are you certain that you put your best foot forward?
There is a lot of data that shows your smile can sell you…..or sink you!
We are trying to do our part to help out those that are suffering in these economic times to put their best foot forward. Take a look, this offer ends at midnight tonight…..
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Best Wishes!