2009Back To School Special

Dr.

Paz

636-456-2454

507. N HWY 47WARRENTON MO 63383

PAZDENTAL.COM

Your Smile Is Our Advertisment! Thank You For Referring To Our Office. A Large Majority of our new patients come in by word of mouth. We want to thank you for entrusting us with your friends and family

Word-of-mouth marketing, it seems like the newest buzz phrase. Read any marketing book and they will tell you it's the single, most important and powerful way to not only get clients but to get great clients. So just over a year ago we started our referral rewards program giving you, the client, the authority to give your friends and extended family a discount of $50 on their first treatment at

Laser Comfort Dentistry. This program has been a huge success and we owe it all to you, our clients that have thought high enough of our office to tell someone you know about us.

We send out email surveys to each of our clients after their 6 month visit and over 96% of people that took these surveys said they would refer us to their friends and extended family. In this day and age, where the economy is hitting us hard and close to home, we feel safe knowing our success is in the hands of our patients.

Each time you refer a friend or family member to us you not only help someone you care about find a dentist they can trust you help us build a

practice that will be here for years and years to come. So with our deepest gratitude and from the bottom our of heart we thank you for recommending and referring us.

-Dr. Paz and team

What's In This Issue Whoopi's Dental Emergency 2

Your words (testimonials) 3What Causes Cavities 3 Smile Quiz 4

Dr. Paz's daughter Heather a 3rd year graduate of Rhema Bible center plans for a 3 year mission tour in Europe

$100 off In-office Teeth Deep Bleaching Make Your Smile Whiter Brighter And Smile With

Confidence This Year. Expires 10/31/09 offer good only for the first 9 patients to respond.

Fans missed Whoopi Goldberg during a recent episode of ABC’s TV Talk Show, “The View.” It may be hard for some to fathom that a high profile celebrity like Whoopi Goldberg could have “tooth problems” bad enough to keep her from co-hosting her show. How could this have happened?

Whoopi’s Emergency Medical (Dental!) Surgery

The 52 year-old star said, "I had emergency surgery. People don't pay attention to it... we think we know you've got to take care of your teeth... I neglected them and I discovered I had so much bone loss that I'm probably going to be losing my two front teeth."The day after root canal surgery Whoopi spoke publicly about the serious nature of her dental problems. “I hadn’t been to the dentist since Noah” she says referring to her lack of regular “routine” dental visits for prevention and maintenance.

Whoopi Goldberg, Celebrity Advocate for Whole Body

Health through Oral Health“I’ve neglected my mouth to the point of distraction.” “I know you don’t want to go to the dentist… but the health of your entire body depends upon keeping your mouth healthy.”Unfortunately what Whoopi’s

going through now is not at all uncommon. In fact according to the FDA, “More than 75 percent of Americans over 35 have some form of gum disease. At its worst, you might lose your teeth. The bottom line? If you want to keep your teeth, you must take care of your gums.” Source: fda.gov “Fighting Gum Disease: How to Keep Your Teeth.”

Too Late and Without Warning

Gum disease is a silent killer. Not only of teeth. It can creep up on you without a single warning sign. Sure, everyone “knows” that your gums bleed if you have gum disease. But the biggest problem with that bit of knowledge is that painful, bleeding, or swollen gums might not occur until the very late stages of this insidious disease. In fact many patients, like Whoopie, are taken by surprise when during routine examination we’re the first to break the news to them about their gum infection, abscesses… and often severe bone destruction.

Whoopie May Lose Her 2 Front Teeth

During an episode of “The View,” Whoopie Goldberg openly discussed her dental prognosis. Already severe destruction of the bone around her top two front teeth will likely result in the loss of both teeth.

Whoopie made several good points not the least of which was

that undetected dental disease can be a threat to more than just your teeth… it can threaten the overall health of your entire body.Research cited in JAMA, the Journal of the American Medical Association highlights the relationship between gum disease and increased risk of heart attack and stroke.

There’s Only One Way to be Certain

The only way to know whether or not you are in the 75% suffering from gum disease is a professional examination.We routinely perform a totally comfortable “gum exam” each time you visit for your checkup and cleaning appointments. Don’t delay your visit!

Co-Host of ABCʼs “The VIEW” Misses Episode due to Dental Crisis

“Comedienne Whoopi Goldberg Acknowledges Teeth are No Joke”

Did you know...The quality of your smile has a more direct effecton your business (not to mention your personal) relationshipsthan any other part of your appearance?

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Take our Smile Evaluation Quiz to find out! Do you smile with confidence? Are you happy with the overall appearance of your teeth? Are your teeth as white as you would like? Do you have teeth that are too large or too small? Do you have any missing teeth, chipped teeth, or large gaps between your teeth? When you see someone with a gorgeous smile does it make you envious? Are you ever embarrassed to “smile wide”? Do you avoid going to the dentist due to the condition of your teeth? Is there anything you would do to change your smile today?

If you answered yes to more than one of these questions you are a great candidate for a consultation! Call today 636-456-2454

507 N. HWY 47 WARRENTON MO, 63383WWW.PAZDENTAL.COM636-456-2454

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Your Words:

What our clients are saying about Dr. Paz and the team at Laser Comfort Dentistry.

Rodney EdgarI really liked the non-institutional feel. The waiting room was great. Lots of stuff to look at, comfortable seating, TV to watch. Few things disgust me more than your 'average' waiting room. In yours I would actually want to grab a beer and hang out.

Michele EmgeYour pleasant atmosphere, friendly conversation, and honest answers to questions are not only enjoyed, but a good reminder for my life as well.

Sarah GansI love you guys! My girls are so comfortable there, and after my visit, I see why! You made even the uncomfortable molding trays experience ok. You are doing a great job!

Joanne KaimannI am very comfortable seeing you. I started with you this summer for a root canal and tend to continue for a long time. I really enjoyed and relaxed with the Ocean story on the tv in the waiting room. How relaxing and comfortable. Sincerely,

Mark Kisla / St. Peters, MOSeems like everytime I come in there is something new, whether it be a new xray machine or a high definition video camera shot of my teeth. As a patient I find it encouraging when people want persue excellence and I don't have to go to Clayton, Ladue or Hollywood to find excellent dental care. Thank you for what have provided to me and the community you serve

What Causes Cavities

Most everyone is aware that sugar is bad for your oral health. Common knowledge states that the more sugar you eat, the more cavities you will have. Although that’s not the most accurate statement, it is a good starting point for the discussion on what causes dental cavities.

Your mouth is the perfect environment for hundreds of species of bacteria and fungi. Get rid of the notion that all bacteria and fungi are bad because in reality vast majority of the bacteria in your mouth are beneficial. The population of bacteria in your mouth (oral flora) actually helps to protect your teeth from decay and to protect your body from infectious diseases, among other benefits.

On the contrary, your mouth also provides the perfect environment for a few cavity causing bacteria, namely certain strains of Mutans streptococci and Lactobacillus. If your oral health is one that promotes the growth of these bacteria, then you are much more likely to get cavities. A diet high in simple sugars mixed with inadequate oral

hygiene is the perfect recipe for you to have dental caries.Essentially, based on what you eat and how well you take care

of your mouth either promotes the growth of beneficial bacteria or these cavity causing (cariogenic) bacteria. Once you put food in your mouth, these bacteria start to use the microscopic leftovers to make bacterial super glue. This glue is actually made up of glucans, which are molecules produced by the bacteria which allow it to stick itself to your teeth. Once the bacteria is stuck on the tooth, the acidic products of digestion are released from the bacteria. These acidic waste products are what dissolve the enamel of your teeth and ultimately create cavities.

This isn’t the whole story. These bacteria also produce poisons called mutacins, which kill other bacterial species. This essentially allows more of the same bad bacteria to fill the space where the good bacteria previously was. On top of that, they also produce storage molecules , which allow the bacteria to continue producing acidic wastes even after you’ve removed all the food from your mouth.

The important thing to understand is that these bacteria are very difficult to get rid of. Brushing and flossing usually won’t do the trick. That is why your insurance covers and your dentist insist on seeing you 2 times a year for a cleaning and exam. By Following these guidelines we are able to limit the amount bacteria and build up that causes cavities.

Ashley Paz, Dr. Paz's daughter got married to Captain Jaret Fish at the Air Force acadamy in Colorado Springs on June 27th. Below is a picture of Ashley and Jaret as well the rest of the gang. There are now 7 kids 4 spouses and 6 grandchildren. The family just keeps growing!