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Do You Struggle with Chronic Bad Breath?

June 12, 2014

Filed under: General Dentistry — Tags: Allentown, bad breath, Bethlehem, Dr. S John Salivonchik, Easton, gum disease, gum disease therapy, halitosis, The Poconos, Whitehall — S. John salivonchik @ 6:16 pm

If you do, it may not have anything to do with your diet. Other causes of bad breath include smoking, dry mouth, and sinus trouble. Some medications can also contribute. But the specific cause we want to focus on in today’s post is gum disease.

Gum disease is the result of bacteria and plaque buildup around the gumline. In the disease’s earliest stages of development, it’s possible for patients to not experience any noticeable symptoms. But when symptoms do start developing, bad breath is one that many experience. Other symptoms of gum disease include:

• Red, swollen, or tender gums
• Gums that bleed when brushed
• A receding gumline
• Loose teeth

If gum disease isn’t treated, it can cause tooth loss and even contribute to other kinds of health problems, like heart disease, Alzheimer’s, stroke, diabetes, and certain complications during pregnancy.

Are you experiencing any of these symptoms? Dr. Salivonchik can help. With personalized gum disease therapy, we can help you treat your symptoms and enjoy better oral health and wellbeing again. For some patients, treatment may involve just spending a little more time brushing and flossing every day, while other patients may need more advanced care. Dr. Salivonchik will be happy to talk to you about your own needs during a consultation and offer a customized treatment plan to help you.

Call our Coplay office today to schedule an appointment with our friendly, knowledgeable dental team. We offer gum disease therapy to patients from Allentown, Bethlehem, Easton, The Poconos, and all surrounding areas.

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Improve Your Smile and Oral Health with Invisalign

May 20, 2014

Filed under: Uncategorized — S. John salivonchik @ 8:57 pm

clear braces In our last post, we talked about how important it is to have straight teeth: Not only does having straight teeth improve your confidence, it also leads to improved oral health.

To help patients from Coplay and beyond achieve a straighter smile as discreetly as possible, Dr. Salivonchik offers care with the Invisalign cosmetic braces system.

What Makes Invisalign Different?

Traditional braces move teeth using metal brackets and wires. But Invisalign doesn’t do this. Instead, this revolutionary orthodontic system uses a series of clear, custom-made trays.

Before you begin treatment, Dr. Salivonchik will work closely with you to design every one of the trays that will end up in your treatment kit. Each tray will help guide your teeth into their ideal position over a period of months, until you finally have the straight, beautiful smile you’ve wanted.

As you go through treatment, you’ll wear each aligner in your treatment kit for about two weeks. Because there’s nothing to tighten, you can look forward to fewer office visits. You can also enjoy other benefits, like an unrestricted diet and the ability to remove your trays for brushing and flossing.

Do you want to know if Invisalign is right for you? Call our Coplay office today to schedule an appointment with Dr. Salivonchik. We’re located in Lehigh Valley and serve patients from Allentown, Bethlehem, Easton, The Poconos, and beyond.

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Why Are Straight Teeth Important?

May 10, 2014

Filed under: Cosmetic Dentistry — Tags: Allentown, Cosmetic Dentistry, Dr. S John Salivonchik, Easton, Invisalign, Lehigh Valley, The Poconos, Whitehall — S. John salivonchik @ 8:54 pm

There are at least two answers to this question. The first involves confidence. When you have a straight smile, you feel more confident about sharing it with others. And that’s what everyone wants–to feel confident enough to smile openly instead hiding teeth behind a closed-mouth smile.

Confidence is just one aspect, though. There’s an even more important reason that having straight teeth is important, and it goes back to your oral health. Put simply, straight teeth are easier to clean. Misaligned teeth, meanwhile, create places for bacteria and plaque to hide. And the more of both that you have in your smile, the more vulnerable you are to things like gum disease and tooth decay.

In our next post, we’re going to talk about one of the ways that Dr. Salivonchik can help you enjoy a straighter smile. But in this post, we just want to make you aware of the foundational importance of straight teeth.

Have misaligned teeth kept you from smiling in the past? Call our Coplay dental office if you’re ready for a change. We’re committed to helping patients from Allentown, Bethlehem, Easton, The Poconos, and surrounding areas enjoy better confidence and oral health with a straighter smile. During your appointment, Dr. Salivonchik will assess your needs and recommend a personalized treatment plan according to your oral exam. If you have any questions about what we recommend, don’t hesitate to ask.

Call us today to schedule your appointment. Our office is in Lehigh Valley and serves patients from all surrounding communities.

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Exceptional Care with Creative Solutions

April 21, 2014

Filed under: Cosmetic Dentistry,General Dentistry — Tags: Allentown, Bethlehem, Cosmetic Dentistry, Dr. S John Salivonchik, Easton, General Dentistry, The Poconos, Whitehall — S. John salivonchik @ 1:41 pm

general dentistry In our last post, we talked about smile designs and how they help Dr. Salivonchik plan the treatment process. For this post, we want to talk about something similar—our commitment to providing creative solutions for patients.

What do we mean when we talk about creative solutions? We’re talking, in part, about the changes in dental technology that have made care faster, more precise, more comfortable, and more affordable. We’re also talking about Dr. Salivonchik’s expertise. With years of experience and training backing him up, Dr. Salivonchik will work one-on-one with you to come up with a treatment plan that matches your needs and medical history.

To read an example of our process visit our creative solutions page. To find out more about our services browse our website. Our office offers a range of today’s best and most up-to-date general, cosmetic, and restorative services, including:

During your consultation with Dr. Salivonchik, we will talk to you about the results you want to achieve so that the final plan we put together really puts your goals first. Call us today for an appointment. We serve patients from Coplay, Allentown, Bethlehem, Easton, The Poconos, and nearby communities.

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Smile Design for Coplay and Beyond

April 10, 2014

Filed under: Cosmetic Dentistry — Tags: Allentown, Bethlehem, cerec, Cosmetic Dentistry, Dr. S John Salivonchik, Easton, Invisalign, Porcelain Veneers, Teeth Whitening, The Poconos, Whitehall — S. John salivonchik @ 1:37 pm

cosmetic dentistry Do you want to change how your smile looks? You can trust Dr. S. John Salivonchik to give you stunning results. At every stage of care he will put your needs first, beginning with a customized, comprehensive smile design.

What is a smile design? It’s a treatment plan that combines your own ideas with Dr. Salivonchik’s years of expertise. Going forward, he will refer to it as the treatment process gets underway.

As Dr. Salivonchik himself explains in this video, a lot goes into making a customized smile design, including a consideration of what’s right for the patients’ age.

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Here’s what you can expect from the treatment process. First, Dr. Salivonchik will look at your teeth and assess your needs. Then, he’ll spend some time talking to you about your specific goals. Most patients seeking cosmetic care have a good idea of what they want to achieve—or goal is to help you get there.

Once we know what you want, Dr. Salivonchik will explain your treatment options. For some patients, it’s possible to give you the results you’re looking for with one service. For other patients, it may take a combination of services. Regardless, if you have any questions about what we recommend, don’t hesitate to ask. We want you to be comfortable with the plan we recommend.

Our cosmetic services include:

Do you want to learn more about what’s possible with a smile design from Dr. Salivonchik’s office? Give us a call to schedule an appointment. Our office is located in Coplay, PA and offers cosmetic dental care to patients from Allentown, Bethlehem, Easton, The Poconos, and surrounding areas.

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