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January 15, 2012

What Is A Prosthodontist?

Filed under: Office News — Tags: , , , — emadental @ 12:14 am

SPRINGFIELD, MASSACHUSETTS – In preparation of National Prosthodontics Awareness Week April 22-28, Springfield dentist Dr. Vincent J. Mariano explains what a prosthodontist does.

Specializing in dental crowns, dental implants, dentures, oral reconstruction and dental bridges, a prosthodontist is one of nine dental specialists recognized by the American Dental Association, a prosthodontist is a skilled architect who restores optimum function and the appearance of your smile and can also treat facial deformities due to congenital or birth anomalies to teeth and oral cancer reconstruction. According to Dr. Mariano, “the goal is to reconstruct a beautiful, natural smile for all our patients.”

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December 15, 2011

Whiter Teeth Can Boost Confidence

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NORTHAMPTON AND EAST LONGMEADOW, MASSACHUSETTS – Whiter teeth can boost your confidence and may even help your career success!
Whitening your teeth is a great way to get that vibrant smile you’ve always wanted. Northampton, MA general dentist Dr. Lisa B. Emirzian, who specializes in esthetic dentistry, offers a variety of the most advanced tooth whitening options.

“A majority of stains come from coffee, tea, red wine and tobacco products,” says Dr. Emirzian, an esthetic dentist. “Teeth can also become worn over time, which can cause the yellow dentin color to show through.”

We offer ZOOM! in-office whitening, customized at-home whitening program and BOOST in-office whitening as the best options for extrinsic staining. The ZOOM! in-office whitening is a 90-minute procedure following a doctor exam. A highly trained team member will protect your gums with a rubber dam before placing the whitening agent on your teeth to be activated by the ZOOM! light.
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December 6, 2011

Causes Of Premature Wear

Filed under: Dentistry Articles — Tags: , , , — emadental @ 11:20 am

EAST LONGMEADOW, NORTHAMPTON AND SPRINGFIELD, MASSACHUSETTS – The loss of enamel can cause tooth sensitivity. If it becomes severe, it could lead to tooth loss and the need for dental implants in the future.

Tooth enamel is the outer surface of your teeth, and it protects against cavities. This layer is considered to be the hardest mineral substance in the body. Although it is strong, acids from food and drinks can put the teeth at risk. Wear and tear can also harm the enamel, according to information on the Crest Pro Health Website.

“Acid attacks on the teeth can cause a softening to the enamel,” says Dr. Vincent J. Mariano of EMA Dental, a multi-service practice that also provides tooth whitening with our cosmetic dentists in Springfield MA. “The loss of enamel can also be attributed to wearing, and once the enamel is gone it can’t be rebuilt.” Dr. Mariano explains a few factors of premature wear: (more…)

November 2, 2011

October Is National Dental Hygiene Month

Filed under: Office News — Tags: , , , — emadental @ 3:33 am

EAST LONGMEADOW, NORTHAMPTON AND PIONEER VALLEY, MASSACHUSETTS – October is National Dental Hygiene Month, a monthlong event organized by the American Dental Hygienists’ Association.

The theme this year focuses on healthy habits for a healthy smile. Dr. Vincent J. Mariano and the dentists at EMA Dental, a multi-doctor Pioneer Valley dentistry office, are celebrating by acknowledging their amazing team of registered dental hygienists who have a combined 95 years of dental hygiene experience that enables them to provide services of the highest level to our patients.

“The doctors and hygienists are also happy to announce that our hygienists are now providing BOOST whitening services to their patients,” says Dr. Mariano. “BOOST is our newest whitening technique, and it is a great introductory procedure or a great touch-up option for those who have whitened in the past.” (more…)

September 28, 2011

Women And Gum Health

Filed under: Dentistry Articles — emadental @ 5:54 am
EAST LONGMEADOW, NORTHAMPTON AND SPRINGFIELD, MASSACHUSETTS – Women can go through many changes throughout their lifetime. Hormonal fluctuations can affect many tissues, including the gums.
Studies have shown that women are more likely to have regular dental check-ups and schedule the recommended treatment. Also, women are 26 percent more likely to floss on a daily basis, according to information found on the American Academy of Periodontology website.

“Although women tend to take better care of their oral health, the hormonal fluctuations can affects the gums greatly,” says provider of, cosmetic dentistry Springfield MA dentist Dr. Vincent J. Mariano of EMA Dental. “Some women may not realize they have it until it gets into the advanced stages.
Dr. Mariano and Dr. Lisa B. Emirzian discuss the stages of a woman’s life in which gum health can be compromised and the steps to protect your oral health.

August 14, 2011

How To Prevent Gum Disease

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EAST LONGMEADOW AND NORTHAMPTON, MASSACHUSETTS – Periodontal disease not only affects your mouth, it can threaten your overall health, as well.
Increased risk of heart attacks, delivering preterm babies, and difficulty keeping blood sugar levels under control in those with diabetes are a few of the possible health complications associated with gum disease. Studies have shown that 80 percent of adults currently have a form of gum disease, according to the Colgate website.

“The longer you keep plaque on your teeth, the more harmful it can become,” says a Northampton MA dentist Dr. Vincent J. Mariano. “This bacterium causes an inflammation called gingivitis, where the gums become swollen and bleed easily.”

The dentists at EMA Dental, a Northampton, MA cosmetic dentist and multi-service provider, agree that oral hygiene is key to preventing extensive restorative procedures. (more…)

July 26, 2011

Dangers in Delaying Dental Visits

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Northampton, MA – Northampton dentists Dr. Lisa Emirzian and Dr. Vincent Mariano from EMA Dental warn people not to delay dental visits.
Although economic uncertainties may mean people want to avoid the expense of dentistry, not visiting the dentist can have serious health consequences.
“You may be concerned about your family’s expenses. However, regular visits to your dentist are one thing you shouldn’t cut back on,” says Dr. Emirzian, a Northampton braces provider.  Finding reasons not to devote time and money to a dental visit is very easy. But that is only short-term thinking. If the dentist can find a trouble spot while it’s still in the early stages, it is simpler and far cheaper to treat than if it’s discovered later. (more…)

July 5, 2011

Offering Invisalign Invisible Braces

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East Longmeadow, MA – Dr. Lisa Emirzian, an Amherst general dentist at EMA Dental, is offering the Invisalign system of invisible braces to the practice’s patients.
“Invisalign is very different from traditional braces,” explains Dr. Emirzian, a cosmetic dentistry practitioner. “And it offers a number of advantages.”

Invisalign uses a series of custom-made clear plastic aligners to move teeth gradually and gently over time. There are no brackets or wires. At the start of the process, impressions are taken and then customized aligners are made. Every two weeks, the patient swaps an old aligner for a new one. Little by little the teeth move, giving you the smile you’ve always wanted. (more…)

May 24, 2011

Offering All-Ceramic Crowns

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Springfield, MA – EMA Dental, a Springfield MA dentist office, proudly provides our patients with all-ceramic crowns for the finest aesthetic outcomes possible.
“A new standard in cosmetic dentistry has been created by all-ceramic crowns,”says Dr. Lisa Emirzian, our Springfield, MA dental implants provider. “Our patients are very pleased with the appearance and feel of the crowns.”

Crowns are used to encase the part of the tooth that shows above the gumline. “We use them for a number of reasons, such as: shielding a weak tooth, repairing a broken tooth, protecting and supporting a tooth with a large filling, or obscuring misshaped or badly discolored teeth,” explains Emirzian, a Springfield, MA general dentist. (more…)

April 19, 2011

Celebrating National Prosthodontics Awareness Week

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Amherst, MA – Dr. Vincent Mariano, an Amherst dentist with EMA Dental, and his staff celebrated National Prosthodontics Awareness Week, April 3-9, 2011.
At EMA Dental, Mariano is a board-certified Amherst prosthodontist and Dr. Thomas Vergo is a maxillofacial prosthodontist. They provide specialty services such as bridges, dental implants, crowns, and dentures.

“Many dental patients don’t understand very well what a prosthodontist does,” explains Mariano, an Amherst dental implants provider. “National Prosthodontics Awareness Week is an opportunity for us to explain what prosthodontics are and the kind of specialized care that prosthodontists provide. We make a special push to get the word out to our patients and to the community at large.” (more…)

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