People with diabetes have an increased risk of periodontal disease. It is still not known the exact reasons why, but those individuals with diabetes are more likely to develop periodontal disease.
Some of the factors that contribute to periodontal disease being more prevalent in those with diabetes are:
The immune system in diabetics is often weaker than others.
Diabetics are often over weight and excessive body fat can be a contributing factor.
Small and delicate blood vessels known as capillaries in the gums could reduce the blood supply to the gums. This can greatly limit the action of defense cells.
Diabetics often suffer from slow wound healing and healing in the gums slows down as well.
It is important to note that diabetics who control their blood sugar levels will be more successful in fighting periodontal disease than those that have poor control issues.
Cleaning your teeth at least twice a day will help you to prevent gum disease. It is very important to clean the teeth where the gum meets the tooth. If you have teeth that are overlapping or are hard to get to with a regular tooth brush, try using a single tufted brush to get into the hard to reach areas. Always floss as well.

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Both the Sonicare toothbrush and the Sonicare air flosser are sold in Dr. Weinberg’s office. Buying these products at our dental office will save you money. We keep the prices low because it is important to us that you use effective dental care products. Replacement brushes are also available at discounted prices.

Now that is really something to smile about.

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Race the Reaper is a fundraising event that is near and dear to Dr. Weinberg’s heart.
This event is a 6 mile obstacle course that raises funds for The Mission of Mercy. MOM helps under privileged people who are in need of dental help.

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Teeth Whitening Magic

We have some fantastic new options for making your smile whiter.

The Full Teeth Whitening Treatment

First up is that ZOOM Teeth Whitening is now available in our office. This is an hour and a half appointment that will leave you feeling more confident.

ZOOM Teeth Whitening is safe, effective and very fast. This system is professional and can only be preformed in the dental office. But we do give you custom bleaching trays to take home.
This service will leave you with a beautiful white smile and it will only cost you $398.00.

Teeth Whitening With Our Custom Trays

Now if you do not have the time to spend in our dental office, then we can still make the custom trays for you that you can take home. This makes it easy for you to whiten your teeth at your convenience. This will also bring your cost down to just $250.00

Waiting Room Teeth Whitening

The waiting room whitener is another great teeth bleaching option for that big boost in brightening up your smile. If you already have your custom trays, then one of our staff members can apply a very strong, 45% bleaching gel into your trays and you can comfortably sit in our reception area and relax, or just go for a walk, run some errands, and come back in an hour. We will remove the trays and clean off the gel. This waiting room service is only $78.00

Please call us or stop by our office and let us help you with which of these options will best serve you.

Special Teeth Whitening Gift

When you purchase the ZOOM Teeth Whitening system from us, you will receive a special gift. The “On the Go” teeth whitening bleaching pen. This is a $30.00 value and our gift to you. This is a great, handy little accessory that will allow to to do quick touch-ups on the go.

Susan Weinberg DMD

9735 SW Shady Lane Suite 307

Tigard, OR 97223

503-968-1696

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Patients concerns are not just health related anymore as they are now concerned with how their teeth look.

At the dental office of Susan Weinberg, patients are looking to enhance their smile. They are asking about teeth whitening, veneers and implants.

Minimal invasion is also a concern when asking about improving the esthetics of one’s smile. So what patients want to know is how they can get a great smile with the least amount of work.
The Zoom! Teeth whitening system is used in our office because it uses a compound that is easy on sensitive teeth. The real power in this system comes from the light that is used in conjunction with the compound that is applied to the teeth. The light that is used to activate the compound with the Zoom! System is much more effective than that of other systems. Our results are proof that the system is the most effective.

A professional teeth whitening system is far more effective than any home remedy such as brushing with baking soda or lemon juice. The teeth whitening procedure reduces the signs of aging teeth. At the same time, tea, coffee and tobacco stains are affected. It works best for those who have healthy gums and healthy un-restored teeth. Subsequently, if you have a normally healthy mouth, you can be sure that such a treatment will have quality results.

Cosmetic dentistry also uses the technique known as veneers. Veneers are thin strips of material that are applied over different flaws of the tooth.

Veneers are a professional dental treatment that applies material that is usually made from porcelain. We as dental professionals match the color of the porcelain to match other teeth. If the veneers are not a good match, they will stick out as different and affect the quality of the patient’s smile.

Veneers are also very useful in covering up those stubborn stains that never seem to be removed with routine cleanings.

Veneers are often mistaken for bonding, but they are very different. In bonding we use a soft plastic resin that is then shaped to the tooth. The veneer process is thin strips use a ceramic-based material, porcelain.

The other difference is in the life of the treatment. Bonding will last a few years while the veneer porcelain can have a life span of a decade or more.

Porcelain is much stronger than the resin used for bonding. The color of the porcelain can come much closer to the natural color of the teeth providing a more natural smile.

Cosmetic dentistry has much to but sometimes it will come down to a combination of different procedures.

In our dental office, you will receive an experienced and professional diagnosis as to what procedures will be right for you. We understand how your smile can affect your self-confidence and we will provide you with the best recommendations for your budget and lifestyle. Cosmetic dentistry can enhance your smile and impact you in a very positive way.

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This system uses hydrogen peroxide based whitening gel and an activator.These two components are mixed together in the exact proportions for maximum effectiveness.

The procedure uses a mercury metal halide light that activates the Zoom teeth whitening components.The use of the mixture in combination with this violet light is what gives this product a superior tooth bleaching performance.

The light unit has a built-in infrared filter.This filter greatly minimizes the amount of heat that would otherwise hit the surface of the teeth during the whitening process.

When the light is strategically placed, it is capable of whiten both the upper and bottom teeth at the same time.

The most up to date version of this advanced power lite has 2 times more effectiveness than other units that are similar.This advanced power lite system has been proven to cause less sensitivity as well.

This teeth whitening service will take about 90 minutes for the entire treatment.The procedure is broken into a 3 part process with each application lasting about 20 minutes.The remaining 30 minutes is used for the preliminary and the post part of the treatment.

The first step in this treatment is for the doctor to determine your pre-whitening shade. The dentist can isolate teeth with a dental dam if necessary. The application of the whitening gel and activator is administered to the surface of the teeth. The power light is then used for about 20 minutes.This process is repeated two more times.

Once the three sessions are complete, the teeth are then washed thoroughly and the whitening gel is completely removed from the surface of the teeth.

A neutral sodium fluoride gel is then applied to the teeth which prevent any sensitivity to hot or cold items.

The patient will be given a tray and whitening product to be used at home along with instructions so that they can maintain the whitening process between visits.The patient will also receive instructions for follow-up.

The Zoom! Teeth whitening system is safe and effective and preformed with calibrated accuracy.The results are extraordinary and will give you a cosmetically pleasing result.

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To all of my friends in dental land I hope that your teeth are treating you well. I now plan on keeping you updated on what has been happening with me and my team.

Susan Weinberg DMD

First of all Race the Reaper was a great success and we raised $2000 for Oregon Mission of Mercy! Thank you so much to all the people with skined knees and rope burns who helped to make this event a great success

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