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JULY/AUGUST 2021
WHEN THE MASKS COME OFF Something to Smile About and Prepare For
Summer is here, and it feels quite different from last year when many restaurants and shops remained shuttered due to safety concerns. Even beaches were closed for a while. It’s a welcome change to see things opening back and people ready to mingle safely again. As more and more people get vaccinated, there are also more opportunities for people to take off their masks. While people wanted to be camera-ready with white smiles for Zoom calls, it feels like another thing entirely to be face to face without masks again. That’s because we’ve all gotten used to wearing them after many months. And in the dental industry, we’re seeing some ramifications from prolonged masking. We’re also seeing an increase in patients who are interested in a smile makeover. Now’s the perfect time! First, I want to encourage everyone to get in for their regular cleaning and checkup. I’ve talked before about “mask mouth” and some of the issues we’ve seen. While mask-wearing has been essential for public safety, it’s also led to more cases of dry mouth and inflamed gums and an increase in the number of cavities we’re seeing. That’s because when you wear a mask, your mouth dries up and produces less saliva. Since saliva is your mouth’s first defense against “While people wanted to be camera- ready with white smiles for Zoom calls, it feels like another thing entirely to be face to face without masks again.”
bad bacteria, having less of it can cause cavities and gum disease. If you’re noticing that your gums are bleeding when you floss or brush your teeth, that’s a sign that it’s time for a visit with us. Also, some patients who’ve never dealt with bad breath before are inquiring about that, too. It’s also a consequence of mask mouth, and a good cleaning can help get you back on track. I’ve talked a lot in this newsletter about the connection between oral health and whole-body health. While it can be easy to separate the two in our minds — especially with something as rare as a pandemic that causes such concern for our physical health and safety — each really does support the other. Having healthy teeth and gums is an important part of your overall physical health. Not to mention that it also helps you avoid painful issues like cavities and gum disease and nuisances like bad breath! The second thing I’m starting to see is a big demand for teeth whitening, smile makeovers, and veneers (which you can read more about on Page 2). After so many months of having our mouths covered so much of the time, it’s normal for people to revisit their smiles and feel it’s time for a refresh. Whether you finally have some travel plans or are just excited to gather with friends, we’ve got plenty of options to help you get your dream smile to show off in pictures or in person.
I hope your summer is off to a great start and that we’ll get to visit soon.
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3 Amazing Things Veneers Can Do That You Might Not Realize In that case, simply open the FoodSwitch app, scan the bar code of the item you’re interested in, and get instant nutritional information and options for healthier alternatives. Each item gets a Health Star Rating from .5–5, making it easy to understand where the item falls on the health spectrum and how it compares to other brands. If that item doesn’t meet your dietary needs, let FoodSwitch recommend an alternative. Switch It Up FoodSwitch is a mobile app developed by an international health advocacy group, The George Institute for Global Health. Even packaged foods that purport to be healthy can have high levels of salt, sugar, and saturated fat. While valuable information appears on nutritional labels, they can also leave you more mystified than empowered. Sometimes going grocery shopping can leave you feeling more like a detective than a human just trying to feed yourself and your family. Sleuthing down the snack aisle brings up questions about whether gluten- free means “good” and whether no added sugars means “nutritious.” The foundation of healthy snacking includes fresh fruits and vegetables, but how can you make smart (or smarter) choices when buying packaged snack foods? New smartphone apps mean the answer is just one bar code away. APPS TO HELP YOU MAKE SMART FOOD CHOICES Is This Good for Me?
In a Snap If you’re already a dedicated Snapchat user and don’t want to add another app to your phone, you’re in luck. Snapchat has recently implemented a scanning technology powered by the nutrition- tracking app Yuka. While it has similarities to FoodSwitch, the format Snapchat uses lays out the nutritional pros and cons of each item and gives each item an overall rating on the traffic-light system. Green means good to go, yellow means proceed with caution (moderation), and red means reconsider or only eat this item rarely. With these two apps, you can put down your magnifying glass and pick up your smartphone. Making healthier snack choices is right at your fingertips.
Fix Chips, Gaps, and Other Flaws A chipped tooth, gaps in between your teeth, or misshapen teeth can leave you feeling self-conscious. While some dentists use dental bonding to fix these issues, Dr. Madahhi finds that veneers are a higher-quality, longer- lasting solution. Veneers can last up to 15 years when properly cared for versus the 3–5 years that dental bonding lasts before chipping or fading. After placing veneers to fix gaps, chips, or flaws, whitening the nearby teeth leaves our patients with a uniform smile. If you’d like to learn more about porcelain veneers and see some amazing before and after photos, visit DrMaddahi.com/cosmetic- dentistry and click on “Porcelain Veneers 101.” You can also get a free consultation by calling 310.888.7797.
Dr. Maddahi is known as the smile transformation expert, and one of his not-so-secret tools to create these amazing transformations are porcelain veneers. If you’ve seen a celeb with an amazing smile, there’s a good chance they have veneers! Though this amazing dental technology has increased greatly in popularity in recent years, many people are surprised to learn about how many ways veneers can be used to create an exquisite smile. Here are the three most popular. Get Whiter Teeth Professional tooth whitening is a great option for many patients, but for some, it may not be enough to help them achieve the whiteness they want. That’s where veneers come in. Dr. Maddahi can resurface
your teeth with veneers, which will not only give you a bright white smile, but it’ll also help you maintain that whiteness over time. Since veneers are stain-resistant, you won’t have to worry about whitening your smile for quite some time! Get Straighter Teeth In the dental world, you always have options to get the smile of your dreams. But some options require more time than others. Braces, for example, often take 1–2 years to shift teeth into place, followed by a lifetime of wearing a retainer to keep them there. By contrast, veneers can be applied in just two visits and are a permanent solution for straighter teeth. Dr. Maddahi was one of the first dentists to use veneers to straighten teeth and has seen great success with this method.
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It’s important to stay properly hydrated all year round, but with summer in full swing, it’s especially important to be sure you’re drinking enough water. Our bodies are about 60% water, and that’s because H20 is vital to distributing nutrients and oxygen throughout the body, helping flush out waste and toxins, and keeping your organs functioning properly. But did you know that staying hydrated is also a key component of good oral health? Here’s why: If you’re hydrated, you’re drinking water regularly, and if you’re drinking water regularly, you’re essentially rinsing your mouth many times a day. It helps rid the mouth of food residue and eliminates cavity-causing bacteria. Plus, we have to drink something, and choosing water over juice, tea, or other beverages means you’re forgoing the potential sugars and acids in those beverages. We all know that sugar can lead to bad bacteria and cavities, and acids (in some drinks) can erode your enamel. In this month’s cover article, Dr. Maddahi talked about how full-time mask- wearing has led to an increased incidence of dry mouth and related tooth decay. Drinking water is one way to combat dry mouth. Water helps with saliva production, and that saliva is an essential component of oral health. It is full of calcium, fluoride, and phosphate ions, which help fortify the enamel of your teeth and keep them strong. Note that if you have persistent dry mouth, drinking water may not be enough to address the issue. Book a consultation with Dr. Maddahi to get to the root of the problem. Having a bottle of water nearby at all times is a good way to boost your intake. If you’re not a fan of plain water, try adding cucumber or citrus slices or herbs like mint to add flavor while avoiding the sugar and acids in other beverages. Mint has the bonus of being a cooling herb, which is a perfect way to beat the summer heat!
HYDRATION AND ORAL HEALTH Drinking Water Means Healthier Teeth
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Bon Appétit magazine calls tomato and watermelon “soul mates,” and they’re right! This surprising gourmet salad will be a hit at your next barbecue. Tomato and Watermelon Salad ( Yes, Really! )
INGREDIENTS • 1 tsp peppercorns, coarsely crushed •
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4 cups seedless watermelon, rind removed and cut into 1/2‑inch cubes 2 heirloom tomatoes, cut into 1/2-inch cubes 8 oz feta cheese, cut into 1/2- inch cubes
1 tsp coriander seeds, coarsely crushed 1/2 tsp cumin seeds
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1/2 tsp turmeric
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1/4 cup coconut oil
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Sea salt, to taste
DIRECTIONS 1. In a small saucepan, sauté spices and herbs in the coconut oil for 3 minutes over medium heat to create turmeric oil. Take the pan off of the heat, then let it cool. 2. Combine the watermelon, tomatoes, and feta on a large platter or in a bowl. Drizzle with cooled turmeric oil. Now, simply sprinkle with sea salt and enjoy!
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Preparing for an Unmasked Life
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Apps That Help You Snack Smarter
3 Ways Veneers Can Transform Your Smile
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Hydration and Oral Health
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Tomato and Watermelon Salad (Yes, Really!)
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5 Wacky Pizza Trends From Around the World
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5 WACKY PIZZA TRENDS FROM AROUND THE WORLD They Eat What on Pizza?!
Here in the U.S., pineapple is considered a wild and controversial pizza topping. Even celebrities take a stand. Justin Bieber is pro-pineapple, but Jimmy Kimmel is against it. According to a 2019 YouGov Omnibus study, only anchovies and eggplant are more hated. But in other parts of the world, the tangy yellow fruit is far from the strangest topping you’ll see! Here are five wacky pizza trends from around the globe that will either make you hungry or inspire you to sprint the other way. You may want to order a comforting cheese pie from your favorite local pizzeria before reading this, just in case. 1. Banana-Curry Pizza (Sweden) — The Swedes first accessed bananas in 1944, and since then, they’ve put them on everything , including
pizza that they top with tomato sauce, smoked cheese, banana slices, and curry powder.
mackerel, and salmon), onions, herbs, and occasionally fish eggs. Most troubling of all, it’s served cold! 5. Chickpea Pancake Pizza (Argentina) — In Buenos Aires, locals top their super-cheesy pizza slices with fainá — chickpea pancakes cooked separately from the pies and balanced on top of each slice. Keep these pizzas in mind when planning your next international vacation! They might be tastier than they sound, and if not, they’ll still make great Instagram fodder. As actor Cole Sprouse once tweeted, “You’re losing followers because you’re not relatable enough. Try mentioning that you eat pizza. If that doesn’t work, play the ukulele.”
2. Ketchup and Corn Pizza (Brazil) — According to several sources, Brazilians swap pizza sauce for ketchup or tomato slices and top their pies with strange combinations of local ingredients like corn, beets, hearts of palm, and potato sticks. 3. Haggis Pizza (Scotland) — Pizza may be the only semi-enjoyable way to eat haggis: a mix of sheep or calf offal, oatmeal, suet, and seasonings that are boiled in an animal’s stomach. Last year, Papa John’s got in on the action when it released a limited-edition haggis pizza in honor of a Scottish poet, Robert Burns.
4. Mockba Pizza (Russia) — This local pie comes topped with four kinds of fish (sardines, tuna,
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