Dr. Waldee participated in two days of training earlier this year in the use of Botox and Juvederm, a facial filler. Both of these treatment modalities are being used more frequently now by the dental profession as part of a comprehensive approach to overall facial aesthetics. Dr. Hohimer has been using these treatments and others for several years now and has taken advanced courses in facial aesthetics.

Many women today as well as a few men are frequently being diagnosed with osteoporosis. This is a condition in which the bones become brittle due to mineral loss. The decrease in bone density can lead to increased risk of fractures of hips and other areas. To help prevent this loss of bone density a class of drugs know as bisphosphonates, ie fosamax, where developed which reduce or prevent the loss of bone as we age. These drugs work by affecting how our bodies break down bone. An unwanted side effect of these drugs occurs in the bones of the jaws known as osteonecrosis. This occurs in patients who have trauma to the bones of the jaws such as tooth extraction and fractures. In patients who take bisphosphonates the ability of their jaw bones to heal is modified and lead to serious bone destruction in some patients. As simple blood test can be used to determine a patients risk of BRONJ before any tooth extractions are performed. Your dentist should be informed on any and all drugs taken by the patient to prevent any unwanted complications during and after treatment.

Technology is changing the was in which dentistry is performed everyday. One example is how lasers are being used in dentistry from everything from preparing teeth for fillings, surgical treatments on soft tissue, and treatment of periodontal disease. Lasers create energy in the form of light, this energy can be very highly controlled which allows for cutting tissue with minimal tissue damage, bleeding, pain, and post operative complications. Often laser procedures can be performed without anesthesia. Laser treated tissues heal quickly and patients enjoy not having to be numb for most procedures. As technology improves lasers will find even more applications in dentistry that improve the lives of patients and doctors.

The practice of Leff, Weiss, Waldee & Associates is pleased to announce they are now
offering Botox and dermal filler (Juvederm, Restylane, etc.) therapy to their patients.
Botox has several applications in dentistry, most significantly in the treatment of TMJ
problems and migraine headaches (associated with TMD and teeth grinding). Botox is
also used to treat fine lines and wrinkles on the face. Dermal fillers such as Juvederm are used to fill in moderate to deep lines around the mouth and for lip augmentation.
The major advantage of having these procedures performed in our office is that we provide complete local anesthesia of the treatment areas for the dermal fillers rather than using a topical numbing cream on the skin. The use of local anesthesia provides for a virtually painless procedure. We also understand the importance of proper lip and face contours,eliminating the risk that your appearance will look “over done”. All of these products are safe and FDA approved.
The doctors at Leff, Weiss, Waldee and Associates are trained to provide the best quality treatment for the most successfully outcomes. If you have any questions regarding these or any other treatments provided by our office, please don’t hesitate to call. Someone will be happy to answer your questions or schedule an appointment.
Call for your appointment today! 954-424-6500

Our office will be exploring a new service to our patients that will relieve
the discomfort and gagging that many experience when a dental impression
is taken. With this new digital impression system, your dentist can take
a highly accurate 3-D impression for your crown or bridge area, completely
eliminating the previously old uncomfortable tray and putty impression.
An accurate impression is essential to a successful outcome in dentistry.
Digital impression procedures provide consistent and superior results.
A perfect fit is practically guaranteed, resulting in less time spent in the
dental office.
The offices of Leff, Weiss, Waldee and Associates is constantly incorporating
new and innovative dental technology in order to make our patients dental visits
more relaxing and less traumatic and time consuming.

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Per the American Dental Association, there has not yet been much research
regarding the use of bottled water and caries (tooth decay) risk. However,
lack of exposure to fluoride does increase an individuals’s risk for caries.
Most communities have fluoridated tap water whereas the majority of bottled
waters on the market do not contain optimal levels of fluoride. Individuals
who drink bottled water as their primary source of water could be missing
the decay-preventive benefit of optimally flouridated tap water.
More information on this subject can be obtained at www.ada.org/goto/bottledwater.
At the offices of Drs. Weiss, Waldee and Associates, we care about
our patients and keep them up-to-date with any information we come across
that can personally assist them with their dental care. The doctors and staff
routinely attend continuing education courses, seminars and review dental
periodicals.
We can be reached at 954-424-6500 sleepdentists@comcast.net.