Did you know?
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According to a study by the Gallup Organization and Consumer Reports,
dentists are among the top five most trusted professionals.
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What do powdered fruit, talc, honey, dried flowers, mice and lizard
livers have in common? They have all been ingredients in ancient toothpaste
and powder. Yum.
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Attention Chocolate Lovers…Many dentists agree raisins can cause
more tooth decay than chocolate. Sticky foods such as raisins and dried
fruits can stay on the teeth longer and develop more decay.
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According to a study at the University of Connecticut, too much toothpaste
early in life is responsible for more than 70% of fluorosis cases (staining
or mottling of tooth enamel that develops when children swallow fluoridated
toothpaste). Although this problem is only cosmetic, it is recommended
children under six only use a pea-sized amount of toothpaste and be reminded
to spit it out after brushing.
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Dr. Kitzmiller Adds Another Advanced LVI Course to His CV
Dr. Kitzmiller
is one of the few dentists in his region who regularly attends training sessions
at the world-renown Las Vegas Institute for Advanced
Dental Studies (LVI) Recognized as one of the world’s
premier post-graduate dental teaching centers, LVI hosts dentists from
around the world as they seek to advance their education, knowledge, and expertise.
The LVI curriculum takes into account the whole patient, clinically looking
beyond the teeth to assess musculature concerns. LVI-trained dentists come
away from their coursework with a comprehensive knowledge of neuromuscular and
cosmetic dentistry, making them the most sought-after dentists worldwide.
Dr. Kitzmiller
is proud to be among this elite group of dentists. Thanks to his extensive
post-graduate training, he is a true expert in smile redesign and restoration.
back to top Timothy J. Kitzmiller, DDS: Extreme Dentist?
Well, not quite. But he’s certainly qualified! If you’re
wondering what we mean, you need simply tune in to ABC television’s
hit program, “Extreme
Makeover.” There you will
see cosmetic dentistry experts applying the latest and greatest
techniques—such as the ZOOM® teeth whitening system and artfully
crafted porcelain veneers—to effect beautiful smile
makeovers.
Like the dentists featured on that program, Dr. Kitzmiller
relies on these advanced techniques to create your beautiful
new smile. His curriculum vitae is filled with credentials
that mirror those of the cosmetic experts who take part in
the makeovers depicted on the show; his training is as advanced
as theirs, and his skills are as impressive. Please contact
us to find out just how achievable your own “extreme
makeover” can be! (Sorry, we won’t be able to
pair a new nose or a flatter stomach with your new smile,
but at least you won’t have to travel halfway across
the country to achieve your goal.)
back to top Dental Health: More
Than Just a Pretty Smile
 We all would love to have a beautiful
smile with gleaming,
straight, white teeth that are perfectly spaced and in
ideal proportion to our facial features. But is there more
to dental health than mere beauty? Of course there is!
A beautiful smile can change your life by breeding self-esteem
and confidence. Take, as an example, two applicants interviewing
for a job. The first enters the room, shakes your hand, and
forces a closed-lips smile. When she speaks to you, she keeps
her head down, barely opens her mouth, and at the worst moments
even shields her mouth with her hand. The second applicant
strides into your office with her head held high and a broad
smile on her face. She looks you directly in the eye, enunciates
her words clearly, and smiles often as she regales you with
her glorious job performance history. Who do you suppose
gets the job? We can only hope that this example is greatly
exaggerated. But we’re sure you get the point. Self
confidence is invaluable, even in the everyday events of
our lives.
In addition to the emotional value of good dental health,
the physical value is immeasurable as well. We all know
that it is important to brush and floss our teeth daily,
but there
are more than just dental benefits. When excessive bacteria
damage the teeth, gums, and jawbone, they also can allow
disease-causing microbes to enter the bloodstream. In some
studies, oral bacteria have been linked with heart disease;
stroke; diabetes; and pre-term, low-birth weight babies.
The good news is that you can control these factors. Simply
establish a routine that incorporates twice-daily tooth
brushing and flossing, a good fluoride toothpaste, and
proper technique.
A few minutes a day can translate into a lifetime of good
oral health! back to top |
