TADS/Laser/Whitening

TADS

USE OF TEMPORARY ANCHORAGE DEVICE SYSTEM (T.A.D.S.) IN ORTHODONTICS

Dr. Dann may recommend the use of a temporary anchorage device system (T.A.D.S.) to help move teeth when specific dental and skeletal problems are a concern. The use of T.A.D.S. with orthodontic treatment can often help move the teeth in enhanced positions that were not possible in the past. Each orthodontic case is unique and Dr. Dann can discuss if the use of T.A.D.S. is a good option for you.

For additional information about T.A.D.S. please see www.3munitek.com or www.orthotads.com.

OrthoTad Consent Form

Laser

Use of Dental Laser in Orthodontics

Dr. Dann now uses a 940 Ezlase diode laser to help:

  • soft tissue exposure of unerupted teeth
  • reduce gingival inflammation
  • gingivectomy
  • gingivoplasty
  • frenectomy
  • operculectomy
  • reduction of gingival hypertrophy
  • soft tissue crown lenghtening
  • gingival recontouring

Minimal bleeding and minimal discomfort are noted after the use of diode laser.

Dr. Dann may recommend the use of the diode laser to help enhance your smile.

For more information about the diode laser please visit, www.biolase.com/ezlase/

Laser Post-Operative Instruction

 

Teeth Whitening

 

Tooth Whitening Products

Dr. Dann recommends these specific whitening products to help enhance the brightness of your smile. These instructions are not complete and only serve as abbreviated information about the whitening products we offer. Please follow specific directions on the labels as prescribed.

For best whitening results please use the whitening product on a consistent and daily basis. However, do not exceed the recommended maximum daily usage or total maximum number of days recommended.

Also, please avoid food/drinks/tobacco products that cause staining of your teeth. It is especially important during and immediately after the whitening process. During the whitening process your teeth are more susceptible to absorbing stains.

Additionally, the whitening products you use may be applied on a "touch up basis" every month or two as stains begin to reappear.

List of Bleaching Products


Opalescence Professional Kit with custom fitting trays for upper and lower arches, 8 gel tubes and opalescence whitening toothpaste
*15% carbamide peroxide with potassium nitrate & fluoride
(5% hydrogen peroxide)
Wear upper and lower trays for 2-4 hours per day for up to 10-14 days

*Refill kits available with 4 tubes of gel 15% or 20%
(7% hydrogen peroxide)
Tres White pre-loaded whitening trays - 10 upper/10 lower trays
May use while in braces
*30% carbamide peroxide
(9% hydrogen peroxide)
Wear upper and lower tray for 60 minutes per day for up to 10 days
(14% hydrogen peroxide)

Occasionally patients experience tooth sensitivity during the whitening process. Dr. Dann recommends using the Phos-Flur gel to be used at least once per day to help reduce tooth sensitivity. Place Phos-Flur gel on teeth with toothbrush or trays for 3 minutes. DO NOT SWALLOW. Do not eat or drink for 30 minutes. If sensitivity becomes severe please stop bleaching and call our office at your convenience.