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Brookline Patients Can Enjoy a Revitalized Appearance at Last with the Help of Botox and Dermal Fillers

October 18, 2013

Filed under: Uncategorized — Tags: , , , , , , , , — Dr. Alan Sasson @ 10:08 pm

Copy of woman32cA beautiful smile is a wonderful attribute on its own, but for many patients, sagging skin, wrinkles, and other facial flaws can tend to hinder its effect. While this may seem like a cosmetic problem that you need to take to someone other than a dentist, our team here at Boston Smile Center is happy to inform you that that’s not the case! Dr. Alan Sasson has been clinically trained and certified by the American Academy of Facial Esthetics, which allows him to offer the rejuvenating effects of Botox and dermal fillers to his patients. Don’t let the look of your face keep you from experiencing life to the fullest – instead, treat both your teeth and your lines at our Brookline office.

Botox

For patients who’ve experienced wrinkles across their forehead or around their eyes, these are commonly referred to as ‘frown lines,’ and Botox is a great solution if you’re looking to get rid of them! Once you’ve received the treatment, muscle activity in the specific areas you’d like affected will cease, resulting in a much more youthful appearance. Better yet, the procedure only takes a few minutes and required no anesthesia! You’re free to enjoy the effects for at least half a year, at which point you’ll need to return to our office for a follow-up appointment.

Dermal Fillers

On the other hand, ‘laugh lines’ can sometimes occur in the form of folds and sagging around the mouth. Dental fillers tend to treat these areas effectively! Your lines will be filled with a special gel by Dr. Sasson, adding volume to your skin and plumping out any unpleasant areas. These results can last up to a year and only take a couple of minutes to receive. What could be simpler?

Contact our Brookline office today to schedule a FREE consultation! Dr. Sasson can’t wait to give you a reason to smile with his transformative treatments and comfortable dental care.

Bottled Water and Your Kids’ Fluoride

July 24, 2013

Filed under: Boston Dentist,Cosmetic Dentistry,Dental Implants,Dentist,Free Consultation,Free Promotion,General Dentistry,Orthodontics,Restorative Dentistry,Sedation Dentistry,Uncategorized — Tags: , , , , , , , , — Dr. Alan Sasson @ 10:12 pm

shutterstock_29235628Is it safe for my child to drink tap water in Brookline, Massachusetts?

The short answer is yes. Locally fluoridated tap water is actually beneficial to the health of your child’s teeth, in fact many children today drink so much more bottled water than  fluoridated tap water that it may be a concern. Even thought they get fluoride from other sources like tooth paste it may still be an issue. A rich and steady source, like the water they drink all the time, to help strengthen the enamel and protect their teeth from decay may be lacking. Most bottled water has minimal to no fluoride added by the manufacturer. Furthermore, the FDA does not monitor or regulate the amount of fluoride in bottled water as it does in municipal tap water. Fluoride in tap water is mandated to have a concentration of 1 part per million (ppm).

Below is a list of some popular brands of bottled water and the amount of fluoride contained. I would recommend that you contact the company of the bottled water you buy to inquire as to the level of fluoride it contains. Ideally bottling your tap or filtered water at home would be best, providing your tap water is fluoridated.

  • Aquafina 0.05 ppm
  • Calistoga 0.07 ppm
  • Dasani 0.07 ppm
  •  Evian 0.10 ppm
  • Perrier 0.30 ppm
  • Poland Spring 0.10 ppm

At Boston Smile Center we primarily treat adults. However from time to time we post family dental related issues that are important to your lives. For more about my practice visit our services page today!

Sedation Dentistry – Do I Need It?

January 24, 2013

Filed under: Boston Dentist,Dentist,Sedation Dentistry,Uncategorized — Dr. Alan Sasson @ 3:22 pm

After 28 years of clinical practice, I have found that the major reasons for patients’ anxiety and phobia to dental treatment come from their previous traumatic experiences and their inability to tell the dentist just what bothers them about their dental situation.  These patients tend to believe that once they are in a dental chair, they are at the mercy of the dentist and the staff.

Building trust with the patient is the key to overcoming this anxious handicap.  And, it can be overcome!  Countless times in my dental career, I have encouraged patients to tell me the reasons for their anxiety and have worked with them to find suitable solutions to alleviating their phobia.  Any patient consenting to conscious or intravenous sedation only allows the dental care to be completed in the short-term, but will not help eliminating dental phobia overall.

Instead, a mild medication can relieve much of the anxiety while the patient remains totally alert.  This way, the needed dental care can be performed while helping the patient gradually overcome dental phobia permanently.  The patient controls the appointment entirely since he can inform the dentist of his anxiety level during the procedures.

(What does this have to do with anything?)  Dental anesthesia is very predictable and can be given painlessly.  When you need to break or just need some space during the procedure, the dentist and staff must be respectful, supportive and back off immediately.

At Boston Smile Center, we pride ourselves in being respectful of your needs and concerns at all times.  Sometimes a little help with and an anxiety reducing medication will give us a little extra help in the beginning until we gain your trust and confidence which I know we will! Call us to schedule an informational interview.

New Additions!

June 13, 2012

Filed under: General Dentistry,Uncategorized — Dr. Alan Sasson @ 4:12 pm

We have been busy here at Boston Smile Center.  We have had four new team members join our office!  You will have the opportunity to meet all these lovely ladies at your next visit to our office.

Carol is our Front Office Manager and she oversees insurance and finances. She joined our practice in October 2011.  You will love talking to Carol, she is extremely savvy and very fun to chat with.  She is originally from Indiana and has lived in five states!

Our new scheduling coordinator, Ellen, joined our team in May.  She is originally from Salt Lake City, Utah, so she used to the nice cold winters we get here in Boston. She earned her Bachelor’s degree last year and brings a lifetime of dental exposure to our practice. Her family is full of dentists: her dad, two uncles, brother, and cousin are all dentists.

Sabrina joined our practice in December 2011 and she brings 7 years clinical experience to the office.  She speaks Portuguese and is a Brookline local.  Sabrina has a couple darling kids and 2 yorkies that she loves spending time with when she’s not working.

Mona Kang is joining our office this month! We can’t wait to have her.  She is going to be our new part time hygienist.  You will love her.  She has the sweetest demeanor and is very attentive and detail oriented.

For more information on these ladies, check out their full biographies in the staff portion of our website.

Want to erase those ugly white spots on your front teeth? You can!

March 2, 2012

Filed under: Uncategorized — Dr. Alan Sasson @ 10:33 pm

Keep Smiling!

That unsightly white discoloration on your teeth’s surface results from a loss of calcium in the enamel. Wearing orthodontic braces as a child is the most common cause of this condition.. However, the spots also come from the consumption of lots of acidic foods and drinks as a youngster. Besides making a smile unattractive, the spots make teeth sensitive and prone to further decay. There is now great news for people who would love to rid their smiles of these unsightly spots. Icon is a revolutionary new technology that builds up demineralized enamel and permanently restores teeth to the uniform color of the surrounding enamel. Icon makes the spots completely disappear. The treatment is quick, easy and affordable. NO SHOTS OR DRILLING NEEDED!

To learn more about this visit our white spot removal section on our web site.  Or, give Boston Smile Center a call today for a no-charge consultation appointment with Dr. Sasson.  We’ll give your pearly whites a face lift.

Also, watch for an upcoming Blog: “Small Flossing Cavities – A no-drilling alternative.”

You Are Never Too Old For Orthodontics!

January 13, 2012

Filed under: Uncategorized — Dr. Alan Sasson @ 6:53 pm

People at all ages want to look and feel their best. A big, bright, and beautiful smile with straight teeth leads the way to looking your best.

Every day more adults want straighter and whiter teeth. In fact, 33% more adults are starting orthodontic treatment than they did just 10 years ago. You are never too old to appreciate the benefits of a healthy and beautiful smile.  Having straight teeth will also ensure a healthier mouth because they are easier to keep clean.  And, a healthy mouth is key to a healthy body. Dr. Sasson at Boston Smile Center can help.  Watch for more about this in an upcoming blog.

Many modern orthodontic options offer greater benefits over older traditional systems. They:

  • Result in a wider and more natural looking smile.
  • Offer greater comfort because they use gentle forces.
  • Are easier to keep clean.
  • Offer better results in less time.
  • Are either removable, while some are clear, and others are invisible.

Because everyone’s needs and goals are unique, at Boston Smile Center we have carefully selected three great systems:

  • Damon Orthodontics with clear brackets.
  • STB Social-6 invisible braces.
  • Invisalign Clear Aligners for both adults and teens.

For more information visit the web site under Adult Orthodontics. Or, better yet, schedule an appointment with us to see what option is best for you.

Welcome to Boston Smile Center’s Blog!

December 12, 2011

Filed under: Uncategorized — Dr. Alan Sasson @ 5:02 pm

Consider this blog your news resource for information about oral health, dental procedures and technology, and what’s happening at your dentist’s office. We believe communication is key to building great doctor-patient relationships, and this dental blog is intended to keep us in touch with you. The best part is, you can simply bookmark this page in your browser, then visit whenever you like! Stay tuned for regular posts that will keep you informed.

If you need to schedule an appointment or are “interviewing” us as your potential new dental provider, call today! You may also want to review information about us here.

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