Denture cream. A phrase many people don’t even like to say, let alone admit they use. However, if you are one of the millions of people using denture creams, you’re already aware they taste bad, smell bad and are generally messy. I have never had a patient tell me they like to use denture cream. Those reasons alone are more than enough for many patients to say “I’ve had it!” and to get their dental implant treatment done using my unique methods of dentistry.
Now, you can add one more reason to say goodbye to denture cream and gain secure, comfortable, beautiful teeth that help preserve your facial bone using dental implants.
Toxic denture cream…..
A recent scientific report in a medical journal (Neurology June 2008) found several patients in which zinc poisoning was a result of their denture cream. Neurology is the study of the body’s electrical system (the nervous system). While it’s technically pretty complicated and there is more research to be done on this topic.
As these patients found, even minor changes in the amount of electrical particles (ions) that operate the human electrical system can have disastrous results.
What were the symptoms?
Some of the symptoms in the studied patients wearing denture cream included:
Numbness and weakness in the arms and legs resulting in wheelchair dependence.
Urinary tract infection (bladder infection)
Mental cognitive decline
Hand weakness and numbness
Poor balance
Progressive numbness
Loss of sense of vibration
Poor muscular coordination
It should be noted these were patients in their 40’s and not long- term adhesive wearers!
If you’ve been putting off getting rid of the denture cream, this truly is one of the most profound reasons to find a way to make your implants happen. If you have questions or want solutions to this messy problem don’t hesitate to call the office and set up a consultation.
I’d love to be the first person to shake your hand (or even give you a hug!) when we finish your care.
As you may know, over the years I have integrated the latest technology into my practice. This allows me to treat patients utilizing minimally invasive dentistry. It’s a win/win. I am able to provide great care and patients are able to receive prompt treatment in the most comfortable and convenient way possible.
With that said, I am very excited to tell you about the newest addition to my practice! I have installed Sirona Dental System’s three dimensional (3D) X-ray system, GALILEOS, the first ever such system in Santa Cruz!
Precision is the name of the game
This machine is precise! Images taken in most dental offices are two-dimensional. 3-Dimensional images make the placement of dental implants safer, more predictable and accurate. The Galileos system produces a three dimensional computer image of the patient’s jaw on the computer screen and the surgery can be “virtually” preformed before the clinical procedure even starts.
“GALILEOS represents the future of dentistry”
Galileos’ technology allows diagnostic X-ray imaging with the smallest amount of radiation possible, 10 times less radiation than a conventional CAT scan. With astonishing anatomical detail, I can achieve more accurate dental treatment plan with improved results. Dental implants can subsequently be placed with unrivaled precision and accuracy.
What that means for YOU
The smallest amount of radiation possible (10 times less radiation than a conventional CAT scan)
Fewer appointments (treatment can be expedited due to more accurate treatment plans with improved results)
Convenience: This is the only unit of its’ kind in Santa Cruz (No need to go to the hospital for a CAT scan)
Less invasive dentistry (because of the precision in determining the amount and thickness of bone before surgery, often there is no incision and no sutures after implant placement)
Increased quality of care (Chronic sinus issues, malignancies of the jaws and dental lesions previously undiagnosed or unable to be seen on traditional 2-dimensional dental X-rays are frequently found in the new 3-Dimensional imaging)
Galileos literally changes everything. I am extremely happy to be able to provide you with the latest technology that offers: Increased quality of care, convenient treatment in fewer visits with the smallest amount of radiation possible. It makes me smile, and I hope it does you too!
As a second-generation dentist, Dr. Matiasevich was raised in Santa Cruz. He did his undergraduate work in economics at the University of California Irvine and attended the University of Southern California for his dental degree.