Produced to improve your dental health and awareness “We Care About Your Smile”

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Spring/Summer 2009

Your oral health can impact your overall health: Think prevention!

Dentally SpeakingDentally SpeakingDentally SpeakingDentally SpeakingDentally Speaking......... with Dr. Alan L. Mazer .........

I must admit…I am happy that winter is fi nally behind us and the longer, warmer days of spring and summer are right around the corner. It is time to begin spending time outdoors, planning vacations, increasing our physical activity, planting gardens, and enjoying time with family and friends at barbecues, graduation parties, weddings and other special events.

My family and I will be celebrating a big milestone this summer…my mom’s 90th birthday! My children, grandchildren and extended family will be joining me for this momentous occasion celebrating and honoring my wonderful mom. Following the party and in celebration of our 40th wedding anniversary, my wife th wedding anniversary, my wife th

Lois and I will be on our way to Tanzania for a two week safari. With cameras and binoculars in hand, we will travel across the Serengeti following the migration of the wildebeests…I am sure we will have many stories to share with all of you when we return. And, I look forward to hearing about your summer celebrations and vacations.

I hope that spring and summer provides as much celebratory and relaxation time for you and your family as it provides for mine. Enjoy your family, your quiet times, your special occasions and your lazy hazy days. But, please be vigilant about your dental health by continually practicing good oral hygiene at home, on your summer trips, and by visiting us for recare appointments.

Have a safe and healthy spring and summer!

Yours in good dental health,

Alan L. Mazer, DMD

Mother Nature in all her glory casts the greatest magic of all … spring followed by the warmth of summer! The blossoming of trees and fl owers and the return of bird

songs are sweet to our ears. It is also a time of personal

renewal, and celebrations – weddings, graduations, sports, and

social events – wonderful, memory-making times to smile about. You will

want to make sure you look great, feel great, and get your smile in photo-op shape!

We’d like you to know that we can help to make your smile perfect for those keepsake photographs. Through the use of some very simple cosmetic techniques we can whiten and brighten, mask stains and hide chips. We can fi ll in the gaps, cover the cracks, correct the spacing and even ensure that the length of your teeth is as even as possible … all to improve your smile power!

Do you know someone who is getting married? Going to a graduation? Attending a special event? Now you can give them the gift of a healthy smile. We are pleased to offer a terrifi c gift idea…our very own Gift Certifi cates which can be purchased by anyone…for anyone…for any dollar amount to be used for any dental service that we offer. In addition, we are offering Wedding Whitening Specials for all brides, grooms and bridal parties from May-August.

So, feel great about saying Cheese to the camera! Call us today to purchase a Smile gift certifi cate, to inquire about our Wedding Whitening Specials or to schedule your appointment for the best smile ever!

glory casts the greatest magic of all … spring followed by the warmth of summer! The blossoming of trees and fl owers and the return of bird

songs are sweet to our ears. It is also a time of personal

renewal, and celebrations – weddings, graduations, sports, and

social events – wonderful, memory-making times to smile about. You will

want to make sure you look great, feel great, and get your smile in photo-op shape!

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Congratulations to Dr. Mazer on receiving the prestigious Dr. Robert Raskin Meritorious

Service Award presented annually to a dentist in appreciation of dedicated service and enduring

contributions to the Suffolk County Dental Society.Yours in good dental health,

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It’s all about the balance. Really. A lifestyle that balances work with stress-relieving play and that pays attention to nutrition and diet is a healthy one. That’s the macro level. At the micro level, small imbalances in the pH of your blood, for example, can create changes in the pH of your saliva, altering your mouth’s environment. In other words, your oral health can impact and be impacted by your overall health and here’s how…

Plaque, the thin fi lm on your teeth, is a biofi lm and a bacterial ecosystem within the larger bionetwork of your mouth and body. When the scale tips so that good bacteria are overtaken by those that are harmful, red swollen gums that bleed easily, gum and bone recession, and tooth loss can occur.

Tartar is the conspicuous, cement-like substance that plaque hardens into when you allow it to build up. Tartar can break the natural protective seal that your gums provide, allowing oral bacteria into your bloodstream. Experts believe that toxic bacteria from your gum infection can trigger your immune system into a constant state of alert.

Gum disease has been linked to systemic and infl ammatory diseases including heart and stroke, osteoarthritis, diabetes, cancers, and lung diseases.

These complex interactions mean that a one size fi ts all approach to life, health, and your oral health care is no longer suffi cient.

Just In TimeYou get to decide!

Are you an adherent of the Before

Flossophy or the After Flossophy? People

can be surprisingly passionate about when

to floss … before or after they brush.

Even dentists can’t always agree. In a poll

conducted by the American Academy of

Periodontology, 40% recommend before,

36% after, and 25% don’t think it matters.

Truthfully, as long as you remember your

home care routines and maintain your recare

schedule, we will be happy!

So, in no particular order…

Floss once – to clean between your

teeth and below the gumline.

Brush gently at least twice a day –

to remove food and bacteria from your

teeth, gums, and tongue.

Rinse often throughout the day –

plain water can keep bacteria at bay

when there’s no time to brush.

Weighing InFight diabetes!

Did you know that diabetics are more likely to have gum disease than others and that those with gum disease fi nd it more diffi cult to control blood sugar levels? Or that 90% of people newly diagnosed with Type 2 diabetes are overweight? Weight loss and exercise could go a long way to preventing or managing diabetes – and your oral health!

A regular routine of physical activity is ideal, but still, you can fi nd inventive ways to burn calories! Take the stairs instead of the elevator. Try hiding the remote. Research shows that thin people get up and move

around more, tend to fi dget more, and sit less. Do some eco-exercise – instead of driving, ride your bicycle when you can.

It’s important for everyone to maintain healthy routines for oral and overall health.

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Discover your inner balance

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Weighing In

Did you know that diabetics are more likely to have gum disease than others and that those with gum disease fi nd it more diffi cult to control blood

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Is 50 really the new 40? It seems so. Men and women today feel and act ten years younger than their biological age. Midlife is a strong, powerful time of life in every way and you can see the infl uence you command in the number of products tailored just for you. A prime example is the number of esthetic innovations created to enhance your smile, like beautiful natural-looking crown and implant restorations.

You’ll like them because…You’re an experienced and savvy consumer Long-lasting natural-looking materials resist chipping, staining, and cracks. Improvements in options and technology have made procedures more time-effi cient and patient-friendly.You’re health conscious Your damaged or discolored tooth can be covered, protected, and strengthened with a single crown. Bone loss can be prevented by anchoring a permanent new tooth into the jawbone by combining a single crown with a dental implant. Missing teeth can be replaced with several replacement teeth attached to a secure crown or implant bridge restoration to prevent your other teeth from drifting and altering your ability to eat, speak, and socialize.You love to look great Crowns made of natural-looking translucent porcelain are beautiful and designed to blend in so well with neighboring teeth that no one can tell that you have them.

Don’t let your smile give away your age. Let us give you a midlife smile with style! Call us to schedule a consultation.

Prime AttractionGet what you need

7 Tips For A Tiptop SmileWhich would you choose?

Improving the color, shape, or position of your teeth can improve the way you feel about yourself. Here at a glance are seven tips for a tiptop smile that looks completely natural.

Teeth Whitening

White Fillings of Composite or Porcelain

Tooth-Colored Bonding

Cosmetic Veneers

Crown/Implant & Bridge Restorations

Dental Implants

Crown Restorations

Instantly brighten your smile

Make tell-tale dark fillings a thing of the past

Cover deep-rooted stains, repair small cracks or chips, fill in gaps, and recontour teeth

Conceal spaces, crooked, chipped, or discolored teeth

Restore severely damaged or broken teeth

Restore appearance and function

Replace missing teeth and prevent further damage to your smile

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Alan L. Mazer, DMD, FACD, FICD140 Terryville RoadPort Jefferson Station, NY 11776-1330

Office HoursMonday 9:00 am – 6:00 pmTuesday 2:00 pm – 9:00 pmThursday 9:00 am – 5:00 pmFriday 9:00 am – 12:00 pmSaturday 8:00 am – 2:00 pm

Contact InformationOffice (631) 473-0666Fax (631) 473-0679Email dralanmazer@gmail.comWeb site www.dralanmazer.com

Office StaffEsta, Debbie ...............Dental HygienistsBeth ..................Scheduling CoordinatorPat, Olga .................... Dental AssistantsLois .................... Practice Administrator

We Can HelpIn uncertain times

These are diffi cult times fi lled with much uncertainty about the future. But there are a few certainties that you can count on. Winters will come and springtimes will follow, and we will be here for you. We are willing to work together with you to ensure that your good oral health continues uninterrupted.

As you know, it is also a certainty that oral health is linked to our overall health and wellbeing, so regular recare and follow-up visits are very important. Let us explore creative ways to fi nance your dental care, including CareCredit®, the “no interest” plan that works just like a credit card, and monthly payment options tailored to your circumstances.

The tonic for diffi cult times is confi dence, and you can be confi dent in our continued commitment to your good oral health.

On average, during the day, your mouth swallows 2,000 times, which helps fl ush out bacteria. At night, it swallows only 20 times, allowing bacteria to build up. That’s why it’s so important to brush before sleeping.

We enjoy sharing these facts with you. And, we appreciate it when you share our delight and commitment with your friends, family, and colleagues.

Your enthusiasm is contagious and encourages your friends and family to come and see us. We know that feeling comfortable with your dental team makes visits more enjoyable and relaxing. And, that a personal recommendation from a friend is the most credible form of endorsing our services. So, we are thankful for the great compliment of your continuing referrals.

Important Insurance Information

In these tough times, it is good to know that we are an in-network provider for:

Aetna Dental Preferred Provider Aetna Dental Preferred Provider Organization (PPO)

Aetna Participating Dental Network (PDN)

Aetna Exclusive Provider Plan (EPP)Aetna Affordable Health ChoicesAetna Dental AccessCigna®

Delta DentalSelect Empire plans including Empire Premium

MetLife®

Spotlight On...Esta and Debbie

Esta Merola and Debra Rubin are our dynamic hygienists who help keep your teeth and gums clean and healthy. They are the masters of the cavitron and super sleuths in spotting problem areas in your mouth.

Working in our offi ce for ten years, Esta exudes good cheer and a positive attitude. Married with four children and four grandchildren, Esta, when she is not practicing hygiene, keeps herself busy by reading, walking, volunteering and of course, visiting with the loves of her life, her grandchildren. She enjoys interacting with our patients and inspiring them to maintain good oral health. Her dental philosophy is prevention…prevention… prevention.

Debbie’s smiling face has been a welcome greeting to our hygiene

patients for the past fi ve years. Enjoying the suburban life after growing up in Queens, Debbie spends her free time exercising, attending craft fairs, relaxing at the beach and going to the movies. Her philosophy is, “If you feel good, you will look good.” So, she advises her patients to brush, fl oss and keep their smiles happy! Don’t forget to come see either Esta or Debbie at least twice a year for your exam, cleaning and oral cancer check-up.

Good News!We have numerous payment plans available to help you achieve your dental health

goals ... talk to us today about your options!