Ask Dr. Kakaris RSS Feed Research over the last five years has proven bleaching to be both safe and effective. The American Dental Association's seal of approval has been given to a wide range of tooth whitening ... Tue, 01 Dec 2009 16:04:15 GMT Your dentist will first examine your teeth and gums and discuss the procedure best suited to your individual needs. Any cavities or gum problems must be treated before bleaching can begin... Tue, 01 Dec 2009 16:02:06 GMT Depending on the bleaching treatment selected, some are performed in the dental office using an in-office bleaching system such as laser bleaching. These methods lighten teeth instantly... Tue, 01 Dec 2009 16:00:51 GMT Advanced dental techniques now provide consumers with exciting, new options for enhancing their smiles. Revolutionary methods are now available for bleaching teeth to make smiles sparkle! Teeth bleaching or whitening ... Tue, 01 Dec 2009 15:58:40 GMT One out of every 10 Americans suffers from chronic headaches, and they spend over half a billion dollars every year for over-the-counter medications to relieve their pain. They never imagine that their headaches may be caused by TMJ ... Tue, 01 Dec 2009 15:56:34 GMT Proper diagnosis is critical to make sure you receive treatment for your particular condition. At Kakaris Family Dentistry we will only recommend treatment after conducting a thorough health history, clinical... Tue, 01 Dec 2009 15:53:43 GMT Jaw pain or soreness, more noticeable in the morning or afternoon Jaw pain while chewing, biting, or yawning Earache without an infection, sometimes spreading into the face ... Tue, 01 Dec 2009 15:50:21 GMT The exact cause of the disorder is unknown. Some factors are related to an improper bite, injury, arthritis, severe stress, or a combination of factors. Clenching or grinding teeth, a condition called bruxism ... Tue, 01 Dec 2009 15:48:48 GMT Dr Kakaris will give you a small pill to take an hour prior to your dental appointment. Your companion will accompany you to the office. By the time you arrive, you will be very drowsy. When you arrive in our office... Tue, 01 Dec 2009 15:44:32 GMT It Really Works! You really can relax through your dental appointment. It Is Safe! Dr. Kakaris will give you a small pill prior to treatment, no intravenous tubes or needles... Tue, 01 Dec 2009 15:43:03 GMT About Sedation Dentistry With Dr. Kakaris Dr. Kakaris, will I feel any pain? No. You will feel nothing! Will I be unconscious? No, you will ... Tue, 01 Dec 2009 15:40:15 GMT Who is a candidate for Sedation Dentistry at Kakaris Family Dentistry? People who have . . . Tue, 01 Dec 2009 15:36:28 GMT Once you've experienced oral conscious sedation dentistry with Dr. Kakaris, you'll probably never be afraid to go to the dentist again. Using this technique, she provides complete and painless care to even ... Tue, 01 Dec 2009 15:33:53 GMT In the past, the loss of teeth was dismissed as a natural part of the aging process in the Woodhaven, Wyandotte and Monroe community area, and dentures were considered a normal sign of old age. While such ignorance is rapidly becoming ... Tue, 01 Dec 2009 15:23:50 GMT Many denture wearers in the Woodhaven area breathe a sigh of relief when they get their first pair of dentures because they think their dental problems are over. What they soon realize, however, is that they have just traded some old problems for... Tue, 01 Dec 2009 15:18:13 GMT Burning mouth usually occurs in individuals over 50, but can affect others as well. There are several reasons why it occurs. Denture problems: a new denture, or one that doesn't fit well ... Tue, 01 Dec 2009 15:13:48 GMT Sleep apnea is a potentially dangerous disorder in the Woodhaven area with fairly benign symptoms such as loud snoring at night, and morning headaches or daytime bouts of sleepiness. The cause? Intermittent periods throughout ... Tue, 01 Dec 2009 15:10:46 GMT Dr. Kakaris feels that good habits of effective daily brushing, diet, and use of fluoride will help the aging person adapt to changing conditions. Reduced salivary flow and addition of medications will affect oral health ... Tue, 01 Dec 2009 15:08:52 GMT In the past, even in the Woodhaven area, the loss of teeth (edentulism) was dismissed as a natural part of the aging process, and dentures were considered a normal sign of old age... Tue, 01 Dec 2009 15:02:57 GMT More seniors today in the Woodhaven area have retained their own teeth, avoiding the trauma of removable dentures. Many are on medications creating dryness of the mouth as a ... Tue, 01 Dec 2009 15:00:18 GMT Diets low in certain nutrients reduce resistance to oral and dental infections, that is, periodontal disease (gum disease) and decay. Dr. Kakaris feels a healthy immune system is essential to controlling periodontal disease... Tue, 01 Dec 2009 14:52:18 GMT Many people don't see a dentist on a regular basis. They go only when they feel they have a problem. At Kakaris Family Dentistry we call this "crisis treatment" as opposed to "preventive treatment"... Tue, 01 Dec 2009 14:42:53 GMT Each year about 400,000 people (including many in the Woodhaven, Wyandotte and Monroe areas) with cancer develop treatment-related complications in the mouth ranging from lesions to chronic dry mouth to bone ... Tue, 01 Dec 2009 14:31:21 GMT Dry mouth problem is common in the Woodhaven area. The lack of adequate saliva is more than bothersome for three out of every ten Americans. When the natural flow of saliva is reduced, you can experience trouble swallowing... Tue, 01 Dec 2009 14:20:49 GMT "What should I do if my dentures crack or break?" Call your dentist immediately. Normally, dentures can be repaired quickly, often on the same day at Kakaris Family Dentistry. Damaged dentures ... Tue, 01 Dec 2009 14:17:48 GMT