Blog - Assure a Smile

Invisalign Clear Braces 101

Is it possible to create a straighter, cleaner smile without having to cement permanent metal brackets in your mouth? Yes, it certainly is possible! With Invisalign clear braces, you can slowly build the smile of your dreams without wearing conspicuous and agitating metal braces.

Comments by Dr. Ted Herrmann:

Miami dentists know that physical appearance is very important for our patients. At Assure a Smile, we believe that your smile often makes your first impression for you. Individuals with straight and healthy teeth are confident with their smile, and it shows. Many desire a beautiful smile that exudes confidence, however, are slow to commit to having metal braces cemented into their mouths for months at a time.

By admin| 2010-09-16T02:33:29+00:00 September 16th, 2010|Uncategorized|Comments Off

Miami Dentist Compares Invisalign vs. Metal Braces

Invisalign has become one of the biggest names in orthodontic treatments. Invisalign clear braces offer a discrete way for individuals to achieve the beautiful smile they have always desired. However, this progressive new treatment has many dental patients wondering: should I try Invisalign, or should I go with traditional metal braces?

By admin| 2010-09-14T02:19:40+00:00 September 14th, 2010|Dental Technology, Miami Invisalign|Comments Off

Invisalign in Miami: Clear Braces and Happy Faces

At Assure a Smile, we believe your smile speaks volumes about yourself, even before you say a word. Our practice is proud to offer Invisalign clear braces, a teeth straightening solution made just for you.

Comments by Dr. Tedd Herrmann:

Yes, a straight smile can make you self confident and happy. More importantly, however, straight smiles are healthier smiles. A straight and properly aligned smile has smaller gaps between each tooth, leaving less room for food particles and bacteria to collect. As a result, it is much easier to keep your teeth and gums healthy with properly aligned teeth.

By admin| 2010-09-10T02:32:24+00:00 September 10th, 2010|Cosmetic Dentistry, Dental Technology, Miami Invisalign|Comments Off

Choose White Composite Fillings For a Healthy Immune System

Traditional silver amalgam fillings may contain as much mercury as a thermometer. Many Americans still have silver fillings despite international recognition of the health risks associated with them. Simply removing silver fillings and replacing them with white composite fillings can improve long term health, especially for the immune system.

By admin| 2010-09-08T02:10:25+00:00 September 8th, 2010|Uncategorized|Comments Off

Breathe Easily with White Fillings

Amalgam (silver) fillings may be 50% or more mercury. This poisonous substance affects each major body system in some way. When it comes to the human body’s respiratory system, mercury acts with

Comments by Dr. Ted Herrmann:

Dental amalgams are typically referred to as silver fillings because of their grayish-silver coloring. These metal mixtures contain various amounts of tin, silver, and worst of all mercury. The larger the filling, the higher the mercury content. Big fillings, in fact, may be composed of upwards of 50 or 60% mercury.

By admin| 2010-09-02T02:35:22+00:00 September 2nd, 2010|Uncategorized|Comments Off

A Heartfelt Plea For Mercury Filling Removal

When it comes to mercury and your body, each major organ system is at risk. The heart and cardiac system, however, are particularly susceptible to poisoning from mercury.

Comments by Dr. Ted Herrmann:

Once the toxicity of mercury enters the bloodstream, it races through the blood and to each major organ. The damage that inhaled mercury can cause is permanent and deadly, however, it can be avoided altogether. Consulting a dentist about safe mercury filling removal is the best way to avoid developing extremely harmful health conditions.

By admin| 2010-08-31T02:45:01+00:00 August 31st, 2010|Holistic Dentistry, Mercury Free Dentistry|Comments Off

Urinary Tract Infection or Mercury Poisoning?

A staggering 34% of adults in the United States report having experienced a Urinary Tract Infection. Recent studies, however, indicate that the culprit may be mercury poisoning.

By admin| 2010-08-23T02:57:45+00:00 August 23rd, 2010|Uncategorized|Comments Off

Amalgam (Silver) Fillings and Holistic Health

Could you be inhaling poisonous vapor? If you have amalgam (silver) fillings, you most likely are.

COMMENTS BY DR. TED HERRMANN:

We know that mercury is the most toxic non-radioactive chemical on Earth (i). We know that this chemical vaporizes under pressure and heat. We also know that, when vaporized, this chemical is tasteless, odorless, and easily inhaled without notice. Why, then, does it make sense to have such a chemical in your mouth?

By admin| 2010-08-19T02:10:40+00:00 August 19th, 2010|Holistic Dentistry, Mercury Free Dentistry|Comments Off

The Truth About Amalgam (Silver) Fillings

What’s more toxic than lead, cadmium and arsenic? I’ll give you a hint: it might just be in your mouth…

Comments by Dr. Ted Herrmann:

Mercury is more toxic than lead, cadmium, and arsenic. What many people are unaware of, however, is just how close they come to it each day. In truth, if you have a traditional silver filling in any of your teeth, you have a little bit of mercury there too.

By admin| 2010-08-17T02:15:18+00:00 August 17th, 2010|Uncategorized|Comments Off

Treating Gum Disease with Perio Protect

Do you have bleeding, puffy, or otherwise agitated gums? If so, you may be one of 85% of adults who have gum disease. Gum disease can lead to receding gums, loss of teeth, chronic bad breath, and has recently been linked with heart disease. Treating gum disease, however, can reverse the process and help both teeth and gums to become healthy again!

By admin| 2010-08-11T02:26:49+00:00 August 11th, 2010|Dental Technology, Gum Care|Comments Off