Archive for March, 2010

Spring into Summer with a Whiter Smile

Tuesday, March 30th, 2010

Ahh, summertime. You wait and wait for this magical time of year filled with swimming pools, barbecues, sand castles, and bicycle rides. You wait and wait, and then one day you walk outside and BAM. The hot summer sun alights your shoulders, and you panic. Bathing suits, tank tops, flip flops, beach towels… you need so many accessories to complete your summertime persona. Dr. Erika Mason’s here to remind you not to forget the most important summer accessory – your smile!

Smiles and summertime seem to go hand-in-hand. Yet, buildup from mornings spent swilling coffee and evenings enjoyed with a glass of red wine have left tell-tale stains on your teeth. Yellow and orange tinges sap your self-confidence and prevent you from sharing a radiant smile with friends and loved ones. Summertime is the perfect time to consider professional teeth whitening with Dr. Mason. After just a matter of days, our potent take-home whitening system will increase the wattage of your smile exponentially, so you can face the world with a brighter, bolder smile that reflects your brighter, bolder summertime self. (more…)

What You Need to Know About Snoring and Sleep Apnea

Tuesday, March 16th, 2010

Did you know…
An estimated 80 million Americans snore?
Snoring may indicate a more serious health condition known as sleep apnea?
Approximately 15 million Americans have some degree of sleep apnea?
People with sleep apnea are 30% more likely to die prematurely of stroke or heart attack?

Snoring may seem like a trifling bother, but it can actually interfere with your sleep, your health, and your relationships. Snoring results when airways are blocked by soft-tissues, preventing the constant flow of air to the body. Air forces its way through, causing the noisy vibrations that rumble the household and prevent you from getting a restful night’s slumber. Many patients who snore actually stop breathing for 10 seconds or longer during sleep. Patients with recurring lapses of breath have a condition called sleep apnea. (more…)

Embrace Your Smile!

Tuesday, March 2nd, 2010

It’s no secret that people want to look more attractive. Men and women spend thousands of dollars on beauty products, Botox, dermal fillers, and even cosmetic surgery. They believe that beauty will improve their confidence and make them more desirable. Yes, self-confidence is important but something else plays a crucial role in the way others perceive you. What’s the secret to communicating warmth, happiness, and success? It’s your smile! (more…)