Zoom! Whitening

Why Zoom!?
After brushing and flossing, do you look in the mirror and wonder why your clean teeth look dingy or yellow? You may have even tried a home whitening system, but found the results disappointing. If this is your life, you need Zoom! Whitening.

A safe and effective system, Zoom! Whitening is used in over 15,000 dental offices internationally. The painless process can remove the toughest stains and create a dazzlingly white, long-lasting smile in just one hour.

What Causes Tooth Discoloration?
Everyday, your teeth get a thorough workout. While the top layers are made of durable enamel and dentin, they can become discolored by wine, tea, coffee, or tobacco. Even medication, antibiotics, excessive fluoride, and aging can cause stains and discoloration.

You will find a vast variety of over-the-counter home whitening products on the market, the professional Zoom! Whitening system elicits far greater results. If you want whiter teeth, ask us about Zoom! Whitening today. First you’ll need a thorough examination so we can tell you if this is the right teeth whitening system for you.

The Zoom! Whitening Process
After making yourself comfy in our operatory chair, we’ll place protective coverings over your lips and gums. Then we’ll apply the Zoom! Whitening gel to your teeth. The active ingredient in the gel is a pH-balanced hydrogen peroxide. A special low-heat light will activate the gel. It will penetrate the enamel and dentin in your teeth to remove deep stains and discoloration. Afterwards, we will apply a fluoride treatment to complete the one-hour procedure. That’s it – in and out. Zoom!

Many patients report that Zoom! Whitening has made their teeth six to ten shades whiter. Some have even said that their smile became brighter days after their dental appointment. More importantly, the results lasted for years. If you notice any discoloration, the Zoom! Whitening System includes a take-home touch-up kit with comfortable custom-made trays. Regular brushing and flossing, plus an annual touch-up at home, and your teeth can remain dazzlingly white for years.

Safe and Effective
Lately, the media has been abuzz with articles about the safety of teeth whitening. Extensive research and clinical studies by organizations such as the American Dental Association indicate that professional teeth whitening under the supervision of a dentist is safe. In fact, many dentists consider whitening the safest cosmetic dental procedure.

As with any tooth whitening product, Zoom! Whitening is not recommended for children under 13 and pregnant or lactating women. If you have light sensitivity from undergoing PUVA therapy (Psoralen + UV Radiation) or other photochemotherapy, you should not use Zoom! Whitening. People taking light sensitive drugs or substances should also consult the dentist and primary physician prior to using Zoom! Whitening. If you have strong gag reflex or feel anxious about dentistry, talk to your dentist about helpful options.

You don’t have to live with dingy, yellow teeth anymore. A bright, sparkling smile can change the way people see you and how you feel about yourself. So what are you waiting for? Hurry in for your Zoom! Whitening treatment; it will put a smile on your face.

Dental Implants Restoration

Are you yearning to rehabilitate a broken down smile, but fearful of an arduous dental implant procedure? With revolutionary NobelGuide technology from Nobel Biocare, we can accurately and effectively place dental implants in a single office visit. Missing teeth destroy a smile, weaken confidence, and interfere with function so that speaking and eating becomes difficult. Rather than living with this antagonizing condition, consider dental implants to replace missing teeth. Because implants mimic the root and crown structure of a natural tooth, they are superior to dentures and bridgework.

NobelGuide technology creates surgical templates to facilitate the placement of dental implants based on precise measurements of bone position and socket depth. Ultimately, your natural bone will bond with the implant to secure the titanium post that anchors the false tooth. Using a comfortable, non-invasive probe, the NobelGuide system scans gums and jawbones and creates a mapping formula for the surgical template. We apply the mapping data to either a computer-based or physical model of your mouth to generate a custom-made template. With the resulting template, we significantly reduce the steps required for dental implant surgery, since the template guides the implants into their proper places.

This template process increases the speed and success for installing dental implants, and better yet, it decreases patients’ recovery time. NobelGuide implants don’t require the long, arduous healing and waiting process of traditional dental implants. In fact, NobelGuide implants are safe to use immediately. Never before have dental implants been this convenient!

Patients across the world are experiencing the freedom and confidence of a solid, dependable smile through NobelGuide technology. One-day dental implant placement will allow you to show off your beautiful new smile faster than ever, and you can return to work and life immediately following placement. With fewer follow-up visits and less time in the dentist’s chair, NobelGuide dental implants offer the best option for replacing missing teeth.

Don’t live with an incomplete smile. NobelGuide technology will empower you with a solid, beautiful set of teeth so that you can enjoy life with confidence. Call us today for your consultation.

Technology

Dental technology, like most areas of healthcare, has benefited from advances in technology. At Berkeley Family Dental, we incorporate state-of-the-art tools to provide optimal care for your family.We will use the images to explain your dental problems and our recommendations. We also use digital radiography, instead of traditional X-rays, because it offers reduced radiation exposure up to 90 percent. Our sterilization center includes an autoclave that heat-sterilizes and packages reusable instruments, and we adhere to strict OSHA and CDC guidelines for patient safety. As dentistry continues to evolve, Berkeley Family Dental will stay at the forefront of technology – because you deserve the best!

Comfort

Many people avoid dental care because of fear, stress, or anxiety. We understand this very real problem and take measures to create a relaxing environment and a rewarding experience. Our entire team will be happy to answer your questions and explain procedures to your satisfaction before beginning dental work. We encourage patients to share their concerns before and during dental visits.

Cosmetic Dentistry

Chips, gaps, stains, and missing or misaligned teeth can make your smile less than beautiful. With modern cosmetic dental techniques, Dr. Sharma will give you a bright white, natural looking, bold smile that you’ll be proud of. Her cosmetic training allows her to build gorgeous smiles. If you want to have a reason to smile when you look in the mirror, schedule your cosmetic consultation with Dr. Sharma today. We offer these esthetic dental services:

• • Tooth-Colored Fillings
  • Porcelain Crowns
  • Porcelain Veneers
  • Bonding
  • Bleaching or Teeth Whitening
  • Tooth Recontouring

Restorative Care

Your teeth are some of the strongest parts of your body, but over time, extreme temperatures, rigorous daily workouts, hard foods, sugars, and teeth grinding will cause damage. Contemporary restorative dentistry will allow you to keep much of your healthy tooth structure intact and preserve your all-white smile. Dr. Sharma places white fillings and crowns, when possible, so that only you and she will know that you’ve had dental work done. We focus on comfort, beauty, health, and function in all restorative work, including:

• • Tooth-Colored Fillings
  • Crowns& Inlays, & Onlays
  • Bridges
  • Veneers
  • Bonding
  • Dental Implant & Restoration
  • Dentures & Flexible ValPlast Partials
  • Root Canal Therapy
  • Extractions & Minor Oral Surgery

Preventive Care

We believe that preventive dentistry should be priority in your life. By attending regular checkups and dental hygiene visits, you will take giant steps toward deterring dental disease and the resulting overall health problems. Your preventive care will begin with a comprehensive exam, full-mouth X-rays, an oral cancer screening, evaluation of your jawbone, oral muscles, bite, and TMJ joints, and a gum disease (periodontal) assessment. Our findings from your gum examination will determine the type of dental hygiene you need. Dr. Sharma will also talk with you about your medical history, take your blood pressure if necessary, and discuss your general health problems that may stem from oral health issues.

• Dental Hygiene Visits
• Checkups
• Gum Disease Therapy
• Dental Sealants
• Fluoride Treatments
• Bite Appliances (for TMJ, headaches, grinding)