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Why Are Straight Teeth Important?

May 10, 2014

Filed under: Cosmetic Dentistry — Tags: , , , , , , , — S. John salivonchik @ 8:54 pm

There are at least two answers to this question. The first involves confidence. When you have a straight smile, you feel more confident about sharing it with others. And that’s what everyone wants–to feel confident enough to smile openly instead hiding teeth behind a closed-mouth smile.

Confidence is just one aspect, though. There’s an even more important reason that having straight teeth is important, and it goes back to your oral health. Put simply, straight teeth are easier to clean. Misaligned teeth, meanwhile, create places for bacteria and plaque to hide. And the more of both that you have in your smile, the more vulnerable you are to things like gum disease and tooth decay.

In our next post, we’re going to talk about one of the ways that Dr. Salivonchik can help you enjoy a straighter smile. But in this post, we just want to make you aware of the foundational importance of straight teeth.

Have misaligned teeth kept you from smiling in the past? Call our Coplay dental office if you’re ready for a change. We’re committed to helping patients from Allentown, Bethlehem, Easton, The Poconos, and surrounding areas enjoy better confidence and oral health with a straighter smile. During your appointment, Dr. Salivonchik will assess your needs and recommend a personalized treatment plan according to your oral exam. If you have any questions about what we recommend, don’t hesitate to ask.

Call us today to schedule your appointment. Our office is in Lehigh Valley and serves patients from all surrounding communities.

Exceptional Care with Creative Solutions

April 21, 2014

Filed under: Cosmetic Dentistry,General Dentistry — Tags: , , , , , , , — S. John salivonchik @ 1:41 pm

general dentistryIn our last post, we talked about smile designs and how they help Dr. Salivonchik plan the treatment process. For this post, we want to talk about something similar—our commitment to providing creative solutions for patients.

What do we mean when we talk about creative solutions? We’re talking, in part, about the changes in dental technology that have made care faster, more precise, more comfortable, and more affordable. We’re also talking about Dr. Salivonchik’s expertise. With years of experience and training backing him up, Dr. Salivonchik will work one-on-one with you to come up with a treatment plan that matches your needs and medical history.

To read an example of our process visit our creative solutions page. To find out more about our services browse our website. Our office offers a range of today’s best and most up-to-date general, cosmetic, and restorative services, including:

During your consultation with Dr. Salivonchik, we will talk to you about the results you want to achieve so that the final plan we put together really puts your goals first. Call us today for an appointment. We serve patients from Coplay, Allentown, Bethlehem, Easton, The Poconos, and nearby communities.

Smile Design for Coplay and Beyond

April 10, 2014

Filed under: Cosmetic Dentistry — Tags: , , , , , , , , , , — S. John salivonchik @ 1:37 pm

cosmetic dentistryDo you want to change how your smile looks? You can trust Dr. S. John Salivonchik to give you stunning results. At every stage of care he will put your needs first, beginning with a customized, comprehensive smile design.

What is a smile design? It’s a treatment plan that combines your own ideas with Dr. Salivonchik’s years of expertise. Going forward, he will refer to it as the treatment process gets underway.

As Dr. Salivonchik himself explains in this video, a lot goes into making a customized smile design, including a consideration of what’s right for the patients’ age.

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Here’s what you can expect from the treatment process. First, Dr. Salivonchik will look at your teeth and assess your needs. Then, he’ll spend some time talking to you about your specific goals. Most patients seeking cosmetic care have a good idea of what they want to achieve—or goal is to help you get there.

Once we know what you want, Dr. Salivonchik will explain your treatment options. For some patients, it’s possible to give you the results you’re looking for with one service. For other patients, it may take a combination of services. Regardless, if you have any questions about what we recommend, don’t hesitate to ask. We want you to be comfortable with the plan we recommend.

Our cosmetic services include:

Do you want to learn more about what’s possible with a smile design from Dr. Salivonchik’s office? Give us a call to schedule an appointment. Our office is located in Coplay, PA and offers cosmetic dental care to patients from Allentown, Bethlehem, Easton, The Poconos, and surrounding areas.

What Is Plaque?

March 21, 2014

Filed under: General Dentistry — Tags: , , , , , , , — S. John salivonchik @ 8:32 pm

BrushingPlaque is one of those dental terms that you hear mentioned on toothpaste commercials and visits to Dr. Salivonchik’s Coplay dental office, but do you know what it means?

Plaque results from a buildup of bacteria around the teeth and gums. It’s a sticky, filmy material that contributes to both gum disease and tooth decay. That’s why it’s so important to keep the amount of bacteria in your mouth under control.

One of the best ways to do that is with a dedicated oral health routine. We recommend brushing twice a day, or after every meal if you can. Flossing will also help you control plaque by removing pieces of food from between teeth. For even more protection, consider rinsing your teeth with an antibacterial mouthwash, or a mouthwash with fluoride.

To fully protect your smile, though, you’ll still need to see Dr. Salivonchik for regular cleanings. Some parts of your smile are harder to clean than others. A professional cleaning will make sure those areas get the attention they need. Dr. Salivonchik can also look at your teeth and let you know how they’re doing. If you need extra help, we can recommend one or more of our many general, cosmetic, and restorative services. We design treatment plans with your personal needs in mind.

Do you have questions about plaque, or do you need to schedule an appointment? Contact our Coplay office. We serve patients from Allentown, Bethlehem, Easton, The Poconos, and surrounding communities.

Dr. Salivonchik Supports Cancer Patients and Cancer Research with Teeth Whitening

March 7, 2014

Filed under: Cosmetic Dentistry — Tags: , , , , , , , — S. John salivonchik @ 8:23 pm

Why is teeth whitening so popular with patients today? It’s popular because a white smile sends a positive message to others and helps you feel more confident. Don’t let stains caused by age, tobacco use, or the foods and drinks you consume keep you from sharing your smile with friends and family.

At Dr. Salivonchik’s Coplay dental office, we can supply you with custom-made whitening trays and a special whitening gel. In just a matter of days, you’ll see the stains on your teeth disappear as your whiter smile emerges.

But you’re not just helping yourself when you see Dr. Salivonchik for teeth whitening. Dr. Salivonchik donates the money he receives for teeth whitening to the Children’s Cancer Research Fund. That simple action turns a cosmetic service into something that can make a big difference in the lives of many.

What inspired Dr. Salivonchik to do this? You can find out by watching this video.

When you come to us for help with teeth whitening, we’ll start by taking impressions of your teeth. Our lab will use these impressions to make your custom-made whitening trays. When your trays are ready, we’ll also give you a supply of whitening gel and explain how the whitening process works.

Are you fed up with the stains on your teeth? Call Dr. Salivonchik’s Coplay dental office to schedule an appointment with us. During your visit, we would be happy to talk to you about how teeth whitening works and how your money will help support cancer research. We offer teeth whitening to patients from Whitehall, Allentown, Bethlehem, Easton, The Poconos, and beyond.

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