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Mar 08

4 Ways Dr. Korenman Makes Your Dental Visit Comfortable

Here at Loveable Smiles in Richardson, TX, we treat people, not teeth. We love and care deeply for our patients, our team, and our profession. It is our sincere objective to provide you with the best dental experience you have ever had!
We are the only dental office to have received the North Texas Business Ethics award from the Dallas Business Journal.
Here are 4 ways Dr. Korenman helps his patients have a comfortable dental experience:
1. Sedation – Some patients need sedation. At Loveable Smiles we can arrange for you to use Nitrous oxide, which is a safe and effective mild sedative to help you relax. Ultimately, you will feel calm and comfortable. Other patients may require a stronger sedative as they are extremely anxious and fearful. Whatever your needs are we can accommodate you.
2. Faster Healing with Laser Technology – Dr. Korenman is a part of the very small percentage of dentists (only 1%) who have invested in laser technology. This technology helps you heal faster after your dental procedures by treating dental infections, killing bacteria, regenerating gum tissue and catching cavities before they appear.
3. Massage – We massage your jaws after a dental procedure so that your muscles aren’t sore.
4. Reversing the Anesthesia – We use a “reversal agent” to eliminate the numbing effects of the anesthetic so that you can go about your day, eating and speaking without having a numb mouth.

We invite you to have an enjoyable and painless dental visit at Loveable Smiles in Richardson. Please call 972-231-0585.

Feb 02

February Is Heart Health Month – Get To The Dentist! How is heart disease related to your mouth?

Heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States. The month of February is dedicated to raising awareness about heart disease and increasing knowledge about prevention.

Here at Loveable Smiles we are dedicated to educating our patients about the mouth/body connection. An increasing number of researchers are finding that there’s a link between common health conditions—like heart disease—and oral health. It’s becoming clear that the body can affect the health of your mouth and vice versa.

So, how is heart disease related to your mouth?

Several studies exist to explain the link between periodontal (gum) disease and heart disease.

1. Oral bacteria can affect the heart via the blood stream and then attaching to fatty plaques in the coronary arteries (heart blood vessels) and contributing to clot formation.
2. Another possibility is that the inflammation caused by periodontal (gum) disease increases plaque buildup, which may contribute to swelling of the arteries.

More Heart Disease/Gum Disease Connections

The number one cause of death is inflammation.

The number one cause of inflammation is gum disease.

Researchers have found that people with gum disease are almost twice as likely to suffer from coronary artery disease.

80% of people have Gum Disease and DO NOT KNOW IT! There is usually no pain involved for people until extremely late in the degeneration. Many gum problems will go unnoticed until they are diagnosed by a dentist.

The good news is that Dr. Korenman and his team are dedicated to educating the public about the dangers of gum disease and they check all their patients for it.
If you are diagnosed with gum disease, Dr. Korenman can design a treatment plan to help you keep it under control.
This February, we urge you to call Loveable Smiles for your Total Health Dental Care appointment at 972-231-0585.
This is just one of many examples of how we treat people, not just teeth.

Jan 19

How are strokes related to your mouth?

This blog post is the fifth in a series of articles to inform our readers about the connection between your oral health and your overall health.

It’s called the “Mouth-Body Connection,” and it means that poor dental health can severely deteriorate your body, especially your lungs and heart, and it can also lead to a host to other conditions including rheumatoid arthritis, strokes and even some Cancers.

What is a stroke?

An ischemic stroke (the most common type) happens when a blood vessel that feeds the brain gets blocked, usually from a blood clot. When the blood supply to a part of the brain is shut off, brain cells will die. The result is the inability to carry out normal brain functions such as walking or talking.

Strokes Gum Disease Statistics

Stroke is the third leading cause of death in the US.
Oral bacteria can affect the heart adversely by entering the blood stream, thereby reaching the heart and contributing to clot formation.
In a recent study, people diagnosed with acute cerebrovascular ischemia (the most common type of stroke) were found more likely to have an oral infection when compared to those in the control group.
Men and women who suffered from bleeding gums had more than twice the risk of stroke compared with those whose gums were healthy.

As you can see, research studies have discovered that oral infection is indeed a risk factor for stroke.

So, how are strokes related to your mouth?

The number one cause of death is inflammation.

The number one cause of inflammation is gum disease.

Shocking Truth About Gum Disease

The good news is that Dr. Korenman and his team are dedicated to educating the public about the dangers of gum disease and they check all their patients for it.

If you are diagnosed with gum disease, Dr. Korenman can design a treatment plan to help you keep it under control.

Additionally, if you have suffered from a stroke, a consistent, preventive dental program is essential for survivors. The loss of senses, weakness of facial muscles, and side effects of medications can put you at high risk for dental problems.

We urge you to call Loveable Smiles for your Total Health Dental Care appointment at 972-231-0585.

This is just one of many examples of how we treat people, not just teeth.

Aug 10

Wonderful Review About Loveable Smiles On Yelp

We recently received a wonderful review about Loveable Smiles on Yelp.

We appreciate this mom taking the time to share about her son’s experience. To write your own dental review for Loveable Smiles, click here.

“I’m in process of having my son’s wisdom teeth extracted through Dr. Korenman’s office. The staff is genuinely friendly and the initial consult was tremendously in depth. He spent at least 30 minutes discussing not just the wisdom teeth, but other areas of potential future issues. I did not feel like it was a sales pitch at all, but an informative session with excellent images and an expert in an area in which I only have a basic knowledge. The funny thing is that the one thing I can tell my son does need in addition to the extraction is teeth whitening, but there was not mention of that! The icing on the cake so far has been this note received from his office:

“I am so happy you are happy. Thank you for trusting us with your most prized possession. We will treasure him as you would. ”

I’m sure I’ll be updating this review following the extraction, but had to share so far.”
Yes, the entire family at Loveable Smiles treasures our patients.

We treat people, not teeth.

Call our office for your caring and comfortable dental appointment! 972-231-0585

Jun 15

Shame & Toothlessness: Find help in Richardson at Loveable Smiles

Poor oral health is generally associated with shame and guilt.

Can you relate to any of these terms?

Desperate

Anxious

Disgusted

Turn Away

Can you relate to any of these people and their shame?

A Grandmother who is desperate about her ill-fitting dentures and anxious about being exposed as toothless.
She loved to treat her extended family to a grand Sunday feast but never joined them at the table.
A man who knew people were disgusted by the condition of his mouth, and how they were reluctant to look him in the face.
Another man whose smile made people recoil with disgusted looks on their faces and turn away.

Dr. Korenman wants you to know that you are not alone and there is no reason for you to suffer any longer.

Dr. Korenman of Loveable Smiles in Richardson has helped hundreds of patients who have felt this same shame and embarrassment due to ill fitting dentures or missing teeth.

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Please call 972-231-0585 for your complimentary consultation.

May 05

Dr. Korenman Featured In D Magazine!

Check out all the great things that D Magazine says about Dr. K!

Dr. Larry Korenman, known as the listening dentist, is one of 12% of all general dentists in the country who places implant using 3D technology for greater predictability and for your safety..

He is the only dentist in Texas who has received the Dallas Business Journal 2010 Ethics Award.

He uses technology, humor, kindness, words and gentleness to help patients experience painless dentistry.

Dr. Korenman has practiced 30 plus years and continues to learn about better ways to treat patients which is displayed on our Wall of Awards with CE, and Dental Symposium including Pankey Dentistry Philosophy.

Loveable Smiles is conveniently located in the heart of the IT corridor in Richardson Texas.

Our office number is 972-231-0585.

Dr. Korenman has his cell number on his business card and proudly shares it with his patients. That number is 214-564-1700. He does this as he calls his patients every evening to check on them.

We believe you deserve a Loveable Smile.

Here’s the link to learn more about Dr. Korenman!

Please share it with your family and friends.

Feb 24

Studies Reveal Men and Women Chew Differently

A recent report shows that there actually is a true difference between the chewing methods of men and women.

Men typically take larger bites with more chewing power, which culminates in faster consumption times. Though the women were found to have the same chewing pace as the men, they delegated more chews to each mouthful, which significantly slowed their consumption times.

Unfortunately, the results have done little to untangle the relationship between chewing and weight. Click here to read the full report.

Here are Loveable Smiles, we check for biting, chewing and swallowing patterns. Improperly aligned teeth can cause unnecessary wear and tear on your teeth.

Please call our office at 972-231-0585 for your appointment.

Feb 25

Gum Disease Can Be Transmitted To Your Valentine

A Valentine’s warning from Dr. Larry Korenman of Loveable Smiles: Gum (Periodontal) Disease can be transmitted through kissing.

Gum Disease is an ongoing bacterial infection deep in the gums and bone around your teeth.

Studies show that this bacteria can travel from the pockets around your teeth into your saliva.

Why is Gum Disease So Serious?
• 80% of patients have it and don’t even know it. There is usually no pain involved for people until extremely late in the degeneration.
• Gum Disease is responsible for 75% of all adult tooth loss.
• The #1 cause of death in the world is inflammation and the entire body reacts to this negatively.
• Gum Disease has been shown to increase the risk of Heart Disease, Heart Attack and Stroke.

How Can I Protect My Valentine?
1. Complete all recommended periodontal treatment. Studies show that periodontal treatment gets rid of (or greatly reduces) the level of periodontal bacteria in your saliva.
2. Keep your periodontal cleaning appointments. Without periodontal cleanings, some bacteria in the saliva can return to pre-treatment levels within six months. You can significantly reduce your risk of re-infection of yourself and family members through frequent periodontal cleanings.
3. Get your family screened. Since gum problems will go unnoticed until they are diagnosed by a dentist, we highly recommend that family members get screened for gum disease.

Here at Loveable Smiles, we check our patients for Gum Disease on a regular basis. If you are diagnosed with gum disease, Dr. Korenman can design a treatment plan to help you keep it under control.

Please call our office at 972-231-0585 for your check up and to have a healthy Valentine’s Day!

Feb 25

February Is American Heart Month: See Your Dentist

Cardiovascular disease, the leading killer of men and women in the United States, contributes to 2,400 deaths each day.

Periodontal disease, a chronic inflammatory disease that destroys bone and gum tissues that support the teeth affects nearly 75 percent of Americans and is the major cause of adult tooth loss.

While the two diseases may seem unrelated, evidence is mounting that people with gum disease may be at a higher risk for heart disease.

In fact gum disease my worsen existing heart conditions.

Managing one disease may reduce the risk for the other, according to a consensus paper on the relationship between heart disease and gum disease published in the American Journal of Cardiology and the Journal of Periodontology.

Here are some tips you can follow to ensure optimal oral health:

1. Watch for possible warning signs of gum disease:

• Red, swollen or tender gums
• Bleeding while brushing or flossing
• Gums that pull away from the teeth
• Loose or separating teeth
• Persistent bad breath

2. Brush and floss regularly.

3. Visit Dr. Korenman of Loveable Smiles in Richardson regularly for exams and cleanings.

4. If you currently have heart disease, tell Dr. Korenman and he will create a treatment plan aimed at maintaining good oral hygiene.

Loveable Smiles 972-231-0585.

Feb 16

Dental Lasers For Newborns?

February is National Children’s Dental Health Month and many newborns are benefiting from a trip to the dentist thanks to Dr. Larry Korenman of Loveable Smiles in Richardson.

After three weeks, it was painfully clear that breastfeeding wasn’t working for Heather Gaddy of Allen or her newborn daughter. For mom, she was getting blisters. For little Brynlee, she was choking and even stopped breathing.

Mom learned Brynlee was tongue-tied and had a upper lip tie.

Tongue and lip ties are very common, but often not diagnosed even when it causes problems.

The issue restricts nourishment and normal tongue movement.

The problem happens when the little flap of tissue hooking the tongue to the bottom of the mouth is too short to let a baby’s tongue latch on to the mother’s breast. Lip tie is where the piece of skin between the top lip and teeth is too long.

Thanks to advances in dental laser technology, tongue-ties are easily treated without any pain or bleeding and there isn’t any risk of infection and the healing is instantaneous for infants. The procedure takes less than 1 minute.

Traditional treatments for tongue-tie consists of “clipping” and it’s very difficult to find a professional who will perform a Frenectomy. It is no longer routinely taught in medical school.

The “wait and see” approach can lead to more problems: nursing and eating, nutritional issues, and speaking.

Learn more about the Laser Frenectomy for tongue tie and lip tie on our website.

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