Smile Solutions - Holiday Newsletter

Smile Talk

Summer Edition

Hello and happy festive season!

It’s hard to believe how much has happened at Smile Solutions in just three short months. There is always a lot on at the practice, and with summer holidays looming this quarter is no exception.

Most excitingly, in September, Premier Ted Baillieu was invited to re-light the tower of the Manchester Unity Building, our home, to commemorate this historic landmark’s 80th anniversary. Guests came from far and wide to see our spectacular fireworks illuminate Melbourne’s skyline. See our article below for the full scoop on the night.

Meanwhile, the Smile Solutions Tooth Fairy has been busy visiting primary schools and kindergartens across Melbourne, inspiring the next generation to care for their teeth.

All of our sports fans, stay tuned for a special partnership announcement in our next issue.
To celebrate the holiday season, this edition of Smile Talk is packed with goodies. Read on for an amazing discount on teeth whitening, information about our upcoming free event at Federation Square and some great summer dental tips.
Happy reading!

Dr Kia Pajouhesh
Principal Dentist and Managing Director of Smile Solutions

Left the fireworks from the tower/ right Dr Kia Pajouhesh with Premier Ted Baillieu.

80th Anniversary of the Manchester Unity Building

As reported by the Melbourne Age, “smiles were wide” on AFL Grand Final eve when Smile Solutions lit up Melbourne’s skyline to celebrate the iconic Manchester Unity Building’s eightieth birthday.
Paying homage to the original opening of the building in 1932, the Premier of Victoria, Ted Baillieu, followed in the footsteps of then Premier Sir Stanley Argyle when he flicked the switch on 28 September 2012 to illuminate the full exterior of the magnificent MUB tower. To mark the commemoration, a breathtaking display of fireworks was set off from the tower’s spire.
Premier Baillieu cites the Manchester Unity Building as his favourite Melbourne building and is not the only prominent Australian fan of the icon. Barry Humphries, a Smile Solutions client and now a patron of the MUB, recently told the Age that the MUB is one of his favourite buildings in Australia. http://www.theage.com.au/national/melbourne-life/barry-gets-his-teeth-into-art-deco-beauty-20120812-242nk.html
As the Herald Sun put it, the lighting of the building‘s tower “was a night to remember”. Click here to see an article by ArchitectureAU on the Manchester Unity Building.
http://architectureau.com/articles/manchester-unity-building/

Get your teeth into these

Some foods and drinks are better than others for keeping your teeth in good shape this summer

Watermelon:
Watermelon is not only delicious and low in sugar; it is also packed with antioxidants, including Vitamin K and Vitamin H.

Celery:
Eaten raw, celery acts as a cleaner and a massager for teeth. The high water content of celery also produces saliva-neutralising bacteria.

Green Tea:
The antioxidant compounds found in green tea will not only protect you against bad breath but will also reduce the danger of plaque build-up and production of cavities.

Dairy Products:
Dairy products like milk, cheese and yoghurt are rich in calcium, helping make your teeth and bones stronger.

The plethora of mince pies, chocolate and acidic alcoholic drinks we consume on Christmas Day and Boxing Day make these two days of the year the worst for our teeth. To dilute the effect of such foods and drinks on your teeth and gums, try drinking a glass of water after each naughty treat.

HELPFUL FACTS

Not many people know this, but when you visit your hygienist or dentist for a regular check-up, they also perform a screening of your mouth for any signs of oral cancer.
Over-brushing causes enamel abrasion and can also damage gums. Brushing is recommended twice daily for two minutes with a soft toothbrush. And remember: don‘t be too vigorous!

STRANGE (BUT TRUE) FACTS

To relieve pain, Germans living in the Middle Ages advised people with toothaches to kiss a donkey.
In ancient China people wrapped sore teeth in tiny pieces of parchment inscribed with prayers and incantations that were believed to fend off pain.

SUPER SMILE SPECIAL

Receive 50% off a tooth whitening kit, at a purchase price of only $195!*

Why not professionally whiten your teeth at home this summer with a dentist-monitored system? Smile Solutions is offering you a tooth whitening consultation with an experienced dentist and, if this treatment is deemed suitable for you, the fabrication of custom-made trays for you to take home.
Mention this offer when booking a consultation with a hygienist to receive your ”50% off“ voucher*

*Limited to the month of January and February 2013. The voucher must be produced to qualify you for the discount.

http://www.smilesolutions.com
.au/contact-us/contact-smile-solutions

Recent FAQs from Smile Solutions patients

Is nitrous oxide safe?
Answer: Yes, it is absolutely safe and not addictive. The gas helps to alleviate a patient’s pain so that they can be comfortably treated while fully conscious. When the patient stops inhaling the gas, the effect wears off almost instantly.

Do tooth-whitening toothpastes really work?
Answer: Tooth-whitening toothpastes make your teeth appear whiter due to additional polishing agents and chemicals that are more effective in reducing stains than regular toothpastes. However, whitening toothpastes do not actually bleach teeth. For whitest teeth, professional in-chair or home whitening with custom - made trays is recommended.

Free event at Fed Square!

Last Saturday the Smile Solutions Tooth Fairy flew into Melbourne’s Federation Square to encourage children to care for their teeth and gums.

The event was a great success, with children from all parts of Melbourne coming to join the Tooth Fairy in fun games, sing-alongs, colouring competitions & educational demonstrations. The children had the opportunity to dress up as dentists and practise their newly learnt brushing skills on the Colgate bunny. Each child went home with a gift bag filled with fun dental items and an animal balloon made by Jimbo the Clown.

The Smile Solutions Tooth Fairy is a free educational initiative that aims to reduce the number of Australian children suffering from preventable dental disease. To learn more, please visit www.toothfairy.com.au

JOKING AROUND!

A woman and her husband interrupted their vacation to go to the dentist. “I want a tooth pulled, and I don’t want anaesthetic because I’m in a big hurry,“ the woman said. “Just extract the tooth as quickly as possible, and we’ll be on our way.“ The dentist was quite impressed. “You’re certainly a courageous woman,“ he said. “Which tooth is it?“ The woman turned to her husband and said, “Show him your tooth, dear.“

PROFILE
	Dr Chankhrit Sathorn Endodontic Care - Specialist Endodontist DDS, GradDipClinDent, PhD, MRACDS (Endo)
What is your role at Smile solutions and what procedures do you perform? I am a specialist endodontist, which means I specialise in the treatment of endodontic or root canal problems. I perform all types of root canal therapy, including routine and complex root canals, endodontic surgery and root canal re-treatments. What did you have to do to become an endodontist? I had to study general dentistry for six years and work in a private practice for five years. I then undertook specialist endodontic training, which took a further three years to complete. I am also a doctor of clinical dentistry and a member of the Royal Australasian College of Dental Surgeons in the specialist field of endodontics. In 2008 I received a PhD scholarship from the University of Melbourne and was awarded the Ernest Joske Research Award for my research findings. In a few words, what do you like most about working at Smile Solutions? Having access to so many experts across all fields of dentistry under the one roof.