Posts Tagged ‘Greystone Smile Design’

Teeth Whitening Hoover

Tuesday, October 27th, 2009

Tell me more about Deep Bleaching!

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What You Need To Know

There is no one-visit “fast” bleaching technique today that makes teeth the very whitest they can be.  The Deep Bleaching technique was developed by Dr. Rod Kurthy, combining and modifying several techniques; and is regarded as the most effective teeth whitening technique known today.  Dr. Kurthy’s Evolve Dental Technologies, Inc. Deep Bleaching products have been specifically designed to be used with his Deep Bleaching Technique, achieving the renowned Deep Bleaching results, but with much less of the common sensitivity and pain associated with other bleaching gels.  The Deep Bleaching technique gets teeth significantly whiter than ever.  Patients who previously were unable to bleach as white as they would have liked (because of “bleaching resistant teeth” or acute sensitivity) can now bleach significantly whiter.

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Birmingham Invisalign

Wednesday, October 21st, 2009

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Ever wanted to straighten your teeth but didn’t want to wear braces?  Or, did you have braces in the past and now you have a few teeth that have moved a bit?  Greystone Smile Design, the office of Dr. Trent Buchanan and Dr. Tom Dudney, is proud to offer Invisalign, the virtually invisible way to straighten teeth without braces.  The Invisalign system uses a series of clear, removable aligners to move your teeth over time to give you the smile you deserve!

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Dr. Tom Dudney – Diplomate ABAD

Monday, October 19th, 2009

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Dr. Thomas E. Dudney, of Greystone Smile Design, recently completed the requirements for Diplomate status in the American Board of Aesthetic Dentistry.

In the early 1990’s, as a result of the rapid growth in aesthetic dentistry, it was determined that closer cooperation among the various dental organizations and the academic institutions was imperative and that universal professional standards should be developed. The Aesthetic Educational Parameters was assembled to evaluate the need for these standards. A committee was formed in January, 1993 consisting of 17 highly recognized individuals across a wide gamut of the aesthetic dental community. From the results of the committee’s work the American Board of Aesthetic Dentistry was formed.

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Teeth Whitening Myths Revealed

Friday, October 16th, 2009

woman smile“We live in a material world, and I am a material…boy.”  Thanks in part to TV, internet, billboards, and magazines, physical appearance has become the initial way to measure a person’s worth.  As bad as it sounds, first impressions are based on looks, and studies show that the shape and color of a person’s teeth are qualities that receive the most attention. 

With that said, teeth whitening still reigns supreme in cosmetic dentistry because it’s easy, affordable, and produces drastic results.  Yet, only 15% of the population has tried it, and the misinformation on the subject is widespread.  Read on for answers to your frequently asked questions, and the facts to disprove all myths.

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The Birmingham Wedding Dentist

Friday, October 16th, 2009

brideWhat an exciting time!  You’ve picked out the gown, the caterer, the flowers, the favors, but what about YOU!  Everyone enjoys a beautiful wedding and all the festivities, but it’s the bride and groom that everyone wants to see.  You will probably never smile more than on your wedding day, and chances are, you will probably never have your picture taken more than on your big day either.  That is why you need to have the perfect smile, and this is where we step in! 

Greystone Smile Design is a state-of-the-art family and cosmetic dental practice in Hoover, Alabama.  We are conveniently located in the Greystone Cosmetic Center, a one-stop-shop for health and beauty.

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Hoover Dentist – New Technology

Thursday, October 15th, 2009

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I have a friend who went to a new dental office a few years ago and was diagnosed with 8 cavities, even though his last dentist claimed he was cavity-free just 6 months earlier.  Sound familiar?  This has become a big issue in the dental world because the diagnosis of most cavities (the ones that can’t be seen on x-rays) is very subjective – based on the expert opinion of the dentist at hand. 

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Hoover-Birmingham Dentist

Sunday, October 11th, 2009

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Canker Sores and Cold Sores – What’s the Difference and What to Do?

This is a question that arises quite often, and is usually followed by “how did I get them?” and then “how do I get rid of them?”  Sores in the mouth can be painful and annoying, and generally come at the most inopportune time – and for a reason as you’ll see. 

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Dr. Tom Dudney on Rick and Bubba’s “Tooth Talk”

Wednesday, October 7th, 2009

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Visit Dr. Tom Dudney at Greystone Smile Design.  To schedule an appointment, call 205-433-9452.

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Greystone Smile Design Blog

Birmingham, Alabama Cosmetic Dentist

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Dr. Trent Buchanan To Receive FAGD Award

Sunday, October 4th, 2009

Trent H. Buchanan, D.M.D., of Greystone Smile Design, recently completed the requirements for the prestigious Fellowship Award from the Academy of General Dentistry and will be recognized for his accomplishments at the July 2010 meeting in New Orleans. 

bio picRequirements consist of:

- Completion of 500 hours of approved dental continuing education credit.

- Successful completion of the Fellowship Examination.  The exam includes material from all dental disciplines and strongly emphasizes clinical applications of accepted dental knowledge, techniques, and procedures.

The mission of the Academy of General Dentistry is to serve the needs and represent the interest of general dentists, to promote the oral health of the public, and to foster continued proficiency of general dentists through quality continuing dental education in order to better serve the public.

To schedule an appointment with Dr. Buchanan at Greystone Smile Design, call 205-433-9452.

Other Noteworthy Accomplishments by Dr. Buchanan:

The Art of Endodontics Certificate

Journal of the Academy of General Dentistry Article

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Hoover, Alabama Dentist

 

Take the Oral Cancer Self Exam

Tuesday, September 22nd, 2009
Close-up Of A Doctor Examining YouIn the U.S., a person dies of oral cancer every hour.  When detected in the late stages, the 5-year survival rate is 22%, compared to 80% when detected early. 

The main risk factors are chronic smoking and heavy alcohol consumption, with a male to female ratio of 6:1  Just recently, a new risk factor was thrown into the mix – the Human Papilloma Virus (HPV).  It is now believed that 25-30% of oral cancer is related to HPV, moving the male to female ratio to 2:1.  What does this mean? – it means that everyone, young and old, male or female, is at risk – and everyone should see their dentist for an oral cancer screening at least once each year. 

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