All-On-4 Dental Implants

Two days ago we announced the exciting news that Dr. Wardius had Trade Marked his retro fit procedure for the all-on-4 prosthesis. Today I thought I'd share a patients All-On-4 story with you. We first saw her in 2007, she had rampant decay in teeth that had already been restored by her previous dentist. She was sedated, the decay was removed and her mouth fully restored again. We saw her off and on for cleaning appointments and then it had been awhile since she had been in. She called to schedule an appointment because she was having problems again. When she came in and we did an examination and x-rays we found rampant decay once again. At this point she had a decision to make, was it cost productive and smart to go ahead and restore the teeth for the 3rd time in only 6 years, or was her better option the All-On-4. Due to her young age, 30, and the painful condition her mouth was always in, the All-On-4 was discussed.  Dr. Wardius felt like over the years she would spend an enormous amount of money doing the same work over & over and it would lead to more root canals and eventually extractions. He felt the All-On-4 would give her the best quality of life and also help her self esteem (which was low because she Never wanted to smile). She discussed it with her family and they agreed with Dr. Wardius and all felt like this was the best option for her. Last week we performed the surgery and she is doing Fantastic!!  The fact that she can now smile with confidence has already begun to change her life! We are all excited to see her at her post op visit!

Dr. Wardius Trade Marks His Retro Fit Technique

We are very excited at the Wardius Center for Dental Cosmetics. The major benefit to having the All-On-4 treatment done in our office is Dr. Rob's Retrofit Technique™. Dr. Wardius has been using his retro fit technique for some time giving his All-On-4 patients a more comfortable, better outcome to the procedure. He has now trade marked the technique and will be teaching it to other Doctors around the country. The All-On-4 is the most exciting and life changing implant procedure in dentistry today.

"Laugh and the whole world laughs with you; snore and you sleep alone"

Perhaps 10% of adults snore. Although most of those afflicted have no serious medical consequences, habitual snoring can be the first indication of the potentially life-threatening disorder obstructive sleep apnea.
It is estimated that more than 38,000 people in the U.S. die each year from the effects of obstructive sleep apnea.
Don't wait to take action. Don't ignore the problem. Don't put off treatment. Sleep apnea can lead to heart failure, stroke, seizures, and even sudden death. Your first step will be a screening, exam, and sleep test. The results of these tests will diagnose you as a snorer (no apnea), mild apnea sufferer, moderate apnea sufferer,  or severe apnea sufferer. There are several options for any one of the diagnosis, from a CPAP to an oral appliance to surgery .
For most people who are given the CPAP as their option, two things may happen: 1) they hate wearing it and don't get a good nights sleep, or 2) they become uncompliant and don't wear it. Either way it does not make for a healthy outcome.
Fortunately for them and Snorers without apnea there is an alternative!!! The Moses is an oral appliance you wear that fits comfortably in the mouth and allows you to breath correctly. This oral appliance has changed the lives of many snorers and sleep apnea sufferers alike.
The Moses is now available through our office! So if you Hate your CPAP, if you think you may have sleep apnea, or you are a snorer, give us a call (610-779-0942) to see if The Moses is right for you.

Are Your Teeth in “Deep” Trouble?

Sometimes tooth damage can be caused by the most unlikely of sources. Recently a man complained to his dentist that his teeth were extremely sensitive, were rapidly picking up stain, and actually losing enamel. After much research, the culprit was found – his swimming pool!

It seemed that he had a daily swimming routine in his backyard pool but didn’t take the time to monitor the chemicals properly. This led to the pool water having a higher than normal acid content, resulting in severe dental damage.

According to Dr. Leila Jahangiri, chairwoman of NYU College of Dentistry Department of Prosthodontics, "Improperly maintained pool chlorination can cause rapid and excessive erosion of dental enamel. It is a difficult balance to maintain home pools properly. Proper pool chlorine and pH levels need to be monitored and maintained on a weekly basis."

The fact is, we always need to be careful about things which can negatively affect our dental health. Many foods, including healthy fruits and vegetables, are high in acid content. And of course candies, sweets, sodas and sports drinks are loaded with sugar. These foods are all waiting to do a full out assault on your teeth!

Medications and other factors which can cause dry mouth are also playing peril with your dental health. And now it seems even a swimming pool can do your teeth harm!

At Wardius Center for Dental Cosmetics, we care about you, your teeth and gums, and your overall health. Please make sure to brush several times per day, especially after exposing your teeth to potentially harmful substances. And don’t forget to floss either! (If you are not sure how to use dental floss or can’t do it comfortably, be sure to ask one of our friendly team members for instructions!). Also, swishing with water after you eat and drink works well if you can’t brush & floss.

Most importantly, don’t forget that your regular dental visit is not “just a check-up” – it’s a crucial part of your overall health care.

If you have any questions about this or any other issue, we are here for you! Please give us a call at 610-779-0942. And this summer, please enjoy your fun outdoor activities such as swimming – but don’t forget your pearly whites!

What a Great day yesterday, saw a patient for their post op visit after having the All-On-Four done. What a Change, not only in the smile but in their Whole personality. The patients family member came along and she couldn't stop talking about All the changes that have occurred over the past two weeks. The patient is now going out after "hiding" in the house for at least the past 5 years. It's a Remarkable day when you witness the difference you have made in someones life. If you have been "hiding" because of your smile, maybe the All-On-Four is for you. We would Love to be able to Change you, call the office at 610-779-0942, for your Free consultation!!

Day Two

Well hopefully we will really get the hang of this soon. Had another great patient in today,we inserted 8 upper anterior veneers, WOW, what a transformation he had. We can't wait for the feedback, after his family and friends see him. Pictures will follow after his next appointment, when his mouth won't be numb and he will be able to smile naturally. You can always check out our other before and after pictures on our facebook page "Wardius Center for Dental Cosmetics" or our website drwardius.com. Hope everyone is as lucky as we are to have such a rewarding career and that everyday it makes you smile. If your smile isn't what you would like it to be, give us a call and let us transform you!

Our First Blog

Hello to everyone, this is our first attempt at blogging, so be patient. We are almost done for the day and our last patient just arrived. I asked him how his summer was going and he gave me a HUGE smile & said Great how can it not with this smile! This patient was a referral from his brother who is a patient who had upper & lower All-on-Four done. His brother was so impressed by his smile he made an appointment and had the procedure done himself. I often wonder how family pictures are taken now, I kid them that they must try to push each other out of the best spot!