HUGE Whitening Special!!!

Beginning this Monday, July 26th through August 19th we are offering our in-office whitening for $249.00 and our take-home whitening for $99.00. To take advantage of this special, please contact us on Monday by calling (780) 989-5733! We hope you're all having a GREAT weekend, and we look forward to seeing your smiling faces!

Five easy steps to sun safety with the Smile Zone

Let's face it, summer can get pretty darn hot. Whether your little one is relaxing by the pool or catching some rays at the family picnic, Drs. Rob and Jerome want you to think more and more about sun safety when you’re out and about with your child. There are many ways kids can protect themselves during the summer, and Parents Magazine has kindly provided five tips to help you get started with sun protection:

1. Limit outdoor playtime. Anywhere between 10a.m. and 4p.m. is usually the hottest time of the day.

2. Apply sunscreen properly. (Choose a sunscreen with SPF (Sun Protection Factor) 15 or higher. Make sure you apply to nose, ears, hands, feet, shoulders and behind the neck. Lips can also burn, so apply a lip balm with SPF protection.

3. Wearing protective clothing. This includes a hat with a brim, sunglasses and a large umbrella.

4. Watch those medications. Some medications increase the skin's sensitivity to the sun, so make sure to ask your doctor whether your child may be at risk.

5. You're the parent - set a good example. If your child sees you following sun-safety rules, he or she will follow suit.

Drs. Rob and Jerome, as well as our entire staff, encourage you to always have a bottle of water handy when heading out!

Questions? Concerns? Give us a call!

We hope you're all having a GREAT summer so far!

Summer plans?

With summer 2010 in full force, we thought we'd ask you about your summer plans. After all, summer is a season full of vacations, adventures and great memories. Whether you're headed to an exotic destination, barbecuing, hitting the open road with family, or just having fun in the sun, we'd like to hear about it! Drop us a comment on our Facebook fan page and tell Drs. Rob & Jerome and staff about your summer adventures! We also encourage you to share any photos on our Facebook wall.

Happy and safe travels everyone,

- The Smile Zone staff

Patient question: What are wisdom teeth?

Wisdom teeth are a type of molar that is found in the very back of your mouth and are the last molars to develop. There are four wisdom teeth: upper left, upper right, lower left, and lower right. These teeth usually appear in late teens or early twenties but may become impacted (fail to erupt) due to lack of room in the jaw or angle of entry. The removal of wisdom teeth has become so commonplace that it is almost a rite of passage for young adults.

Drs. Rob and Jerome will tell you that when a tooth is impacted, it may need to be removed. If it is not removed, you may develop gum tenderness, swelling, or even severe pain. Impacted wisdom teeth that are partially or fully erupted tend to be quite difficult to clean and are susceptible to tooth decay, recurring infections, and yes, even gum disease.

In addition to visiting our website with any questions you may have about wisdom teeth, our pals over at WebMD have developed a helpful explanation about wisdom teeth and how they impact your health. Our team at The Smile Zone also recommend that you give us a call at (780) 989-5733 for more on wisdom teeth.

We hope you all have a great weekend! See you soon!