Make Resolutions to Improve Oral Heath

It’s a New Year, so it’s time for a new you! You’ve probably made your resolutions to eat better, work out more, and spend more time with your loved ones. But, what about resolving to take better care of your teeth? There’s no time like the present to get started, and it’s never too late to make sure your mouth is healthy! Here are a few suggestions from Dr. Korous on how you can make 2019 the best year for your smile.

Resolution 1: Be a Better Brusher

Want to have healthier teeth? The first stop is better brushing (and flossing). We suggest that you brush at least twice a day using a soft-bristled toothbrush and toothpaste that contains fluoride. For best results, use an electric toothbrush. While brushing, hold your toothbrush at a 45-degree angle toward the gum line to remove sticky plaque. Brush for a full two minutes each time!

Resolution 2: Don’t Forget to Floss

Flossing your teeth helps to remove the sticky plaque and is just as crucial as brushing! Flossing also removes bits of food your toothbrush can’t reach.

Resolution 3: Eat Better

No, not just for your waistline. For your mouth, too. Eating healthier snacks means a healthier mouth. We suggest limiting the consumption of food and beverages containing processed sugar, carbohydrates, and acids to help reduce the risk of tooth decay.

Resolution 4: Get the Smile You Want

Did you hide your smile in 2018? What about 2017? 2016? If you’re hiding your smile because you don’t like the look, shape, or color of your teeth, make 2019 the year you stop hiding behind your hand or avoiding the camera. Learn about the cosmetic and restorative dental options we offer including tooth whitening, porcelain veneers, and Invisalign.

Resolution 5: Stop Living with Sleep Apnea

Do you have sleep apnea or think you have sleep apnea? If you can’t sleep without your CPAP, or you’re not sleeping at all, let us know. Dr. Korous can help those suffering from sleep apnea with oral appliance therapy, which means a better night’s sleep and better overall health for you.

Looking to have a healthy and beautiful smile this year? We can help. Call Millennium Smiles today at 972-987-4899 to schedule a consultation.

Give Yourself a Gift

We hope that you had a wonderful Christmas holiday with your friends and family! The holiday season is always a busy one – parties and gatherings, lots of fun and festivities, and making sure you select the perfect gift for everyone on your list. But, did you remember to give yourself a gift this year? If you didn’t treat yourself in 2018, that’s okay! You can make 2019 your year by giving yourself the gift of a new smile from Millennium Smiles!

Why You Should Give Yourself a New Smile Next Year

Don’t love your smile? You’re not alone. Many adults hide their smile by covering their mouth when they talk, not smiling for pictures and shying away from relationships and social events because they are self-conscious about how their smile looks.

Many people who don’t love their smile feel insecure or even depressed about their appearance. This is in stark contrast to those individuals who love their smiles; research has shown that smiling more often helps to boost confidence and mood. So, if you’re not living your best life because you are not confident in your smile’s appearance, it’s time to talk to Dr. Korous about smile restoration!

What Is Smile Restoration?

Smile restoration, also known as cosmetic dentistry, helps to bring your smile back to life. Restoration procedures include procedures such as dental implants, tooth whitening, Invisalign, and porcelain veneers to replace missing teeth, teeth that have become stained and to provide a new look to teeth that have been damaged in some way.

Millennium Smiles offers a full range of cosmetic dental treatment options to help restore your smile.

One More Thing

It is important to note that a beautiful smile is a healthy smile. This means that before any cosmetic procedure begins, Dr. Korous will need to make sure your mouth is healthy first. This means a full exam and therapies for any cavities, areas of decay, or gum disease before proceeding with cosmetic treatments.

We want your smile not only to look good but to feel good, too! Call us at 972-987-4899 to give yourself a gift in 2019!

Invisalign or Traditional Braces: Which is Better?

More than 5 million people have chosen Invisalign clear aligners to get their perfect smile.

As we prepare for our exciting Invisalign Flash sale this weekend, March 24, we’re taking a look at the advantages Invisalign offers over traditional braces.

Comfort and Convenience

Invisalign

  • Aligners are trimmed to match your gum line for better comfort and appearance.
  • You can easily removable the aligners for eating and drinking as well as for brushing and flossing.
  • You don’t have to worry about emergency office visits for broken brackets and wires.

Traditional Braces

  • Wires and brackets make it difficult to enjoy some of your favorite foods.
  • Oral hygiene can suffer as brushing and flossing become cumbersome.

Appearance

Invisalign

  • Aligners are virtually invisible.

Traditional Braces

  • Due to how noticeable wire braces are, many adults find them embarrassing.

Material

Invisalign

  • Made from proprietary SmartTrack® material that allows for more predictable, controlled tooth movements.

Traditional Braces

  • Made from wires and brackets that can cut into your cheek.

Compliance for Teens

Invisalign

  • Parents can use the blue compliance indicator to ensure teens wear aligners enough.

Traditional Braces

  • Parents may not know if teens are wearing bands as instructed.

If you’re considering orthodontic treatment, give us a call today so Dr. Korous can discuss how Invisalign could work for you.

Don’t worry about the yucky, gooey impressions of old. Our office uses superior technology to take impressions. The consultation begins with a quick digital scan of your mouth. Dr. Korous uses the scan to produce a treatment plan and a smile preview to show what your smile will look like after Invisalign.

Be sure to also ask about the Propel system as a way to get the smile you want even faster.

Propel works wot expedite your Invisalign treatment. Propel is an FDA-approved device that activates blood flow stimulating your body’s natural response to speed up bone adjustment.

Propel has been clinically proven to decrease braces wear time by up to 50%.

Invisalign: Step-by-Step What to Expect

Whether you’re thinking of starting Invisalign or maybe you’re hoping to be one of the lucky patients to score a huge discount during our Invisalign Flash sale this weekend, you probably have questions about what to expect. Here’s how Invisalign works:

Step 1: Smile Scan

Your treatment will begin with a digital scan of your smile. No need to worry about those awful gummy impression molds. We use superior technology and 3D imaging to take digital scans of your mouth. Dr. Korous uses the Invisalign iTero Element® scanner to quickly capture an accurate 3D image of your teeth.

Step 2: Digital Roadmap

Dr. Korous will use the 3D scan to make a digital plan to map out your new smile. Each shift for every tooth is fine-tuned using ClinCheck® software. The software uses the data from more than 5 million Invisalign treatments to create the best and quickest plan for your treatment.

Step 3: Smile Preview

Within 15 minutes of your scan, you’ll have a preview of what your new smile will look like and how your treatment plan will work. Check out Isabelle’s video to see how the digital roadmap and smile preview work:

Step 4: Custom-made Clear Aligners

Dr. Korous will send your scan and digital roadmap to Invisalign’s labs. Your aligners will be custom-made using an advanced printing process. The aligners are made using proprietary SmartTrack material which is more flexible, making the aligners more comfortable to wear. Each aligner also will be custom trimmed to match your gum line to avoid any discomfort.

Step 5: Get Your First Aligners

You’ll return to the office to pick up your first set of aligners. Dr. Korous will ensure a good fit and answer any questions you have.

Step 6: Wear Your Aligners

You’ll need to wear your aligners for 20 to 22 hours a day to ensure the best and quickest results. Just take your aligners out to eat or drink and be sure to brush your teeth before you put them back in.

Dr. Korous will give your instructions on how to wear your aligners, but typically you’ll wear a set for one to two weeks before moving on to the next set. You’ll return to the office every six to eight weeks to check on your progress.

Invisalign offers an easy, comfortable and quick way to get the smile of your dreams. Contact us today to schedule a consultation.

Don’t forget about our Flash Sale on March 24th. Visit the Invisalign page of our website for details.

The ‘Magic’ Behind How the Propel System Speeds Up Invisalign Treatment

As we countdown to our Invisalign Flash sale on Saturday, March 24th, we’re answering some of your common questions about Invisalign and the Propel System.

Dr. Dunia Korous uses the Propel System to speed up treatment so you can enjoy your new smile sooner.

What is Propel?

Propel is a specially designed dental tool that activates blood flow around your teeth. This activates your body’s natural response to speed up bone adjustment.

How does Propel work?

Using a hand held device, Dr.Korous will perform a series of micro-osteoperforations, or dental dimples. These dimples are what stimulates your body’s natural healing response and accelerate the effects of Invisalign.

This additional procedure may be performed once or at regular intervals throughout your Invisalign treatment, depending on your needs.

Does it hurt?

Dr. Korous uses a local anesthetic to minimize any discomfort during treatment.

To learn more about Propel, schedule a consultation today and don’t forget about our flash sale!

We’re having our Invisalign Flash Sale on Saturday March 24th! Only from 10am – 2pm.

First FIVE people will receive $1,500 OFF

Next TEN people will receive $1,000 OFF

Free Whitening at the end of treatment!*

Call now (972)-987-4899 to book your appointment!

Come in for your free consultation and preview your results in just 10 minutes!

Terms and Conditions apply. Not Valid for previous ongoing wok, and can not be combined with other discounts or dental discount program. Patient with insurance will receive either the discount or the insurance plan pricing whichever discount is greater.

Offer can only be redeemed in office on stated date between stated times at 8879FM423, suite 400 Frisco, TX 75034. Treatment must be started on 3/24/18 and payment in full.

Millennium Smiles
8979 FM423, Suite 400
Frisco, Texas 75034

(972)-987-4899

Why We’re Offering an Invisalign Flash Sale

We’re so excited about our Invisalign Flash sale, next Saturday, March 24. We wanted to share a few details about the sale and why we’re offering this opportunity for our patients.

What Is Invisalign?

Dr. Dunia Korous offers Invisalign® clear aligners for teen and adult patients because she understands no one wants the embarrassment or hassles associated with traditional metal braces.

We’re offering this flash sale because we want to make this innovative treatment available to more patients. Here are some of the top reasons patients love Invisalign:

  • It’s virtually invisible.
  • Because the trays can be removed, patients can still enjoy their favorite foods and activities
  • No around wires and brackets!
  • Fewer office visits when compared to metal braces.
  • Most of all, we love how quick Invisalign works, especially with Propel.

What is Invisalign with Propel?

Propel works to expedite your Invisalign treatment.Propel is an FDA-approved device that activates blood flow stimulating your body’s natural response to speed up bone adjustment.

Propel has been clinically proven to decrease braces wear time by up to 50%.

What are the details about the flash sale?

We’re having our Invisalign Flash Sale on Saturday March 24th! Only from 10am – 2pm.

First FIVE people will receive $1,500 OFF
Next TEN people will receive $1,000 OFF

Free Whitening at the end of treatment!*

Call now 972-987-4899 to book your appointment in our Frisco dental office. 

Come in for your free consultation and preview your results in just 10 minutes!

Terms and Conditions apply. Not valid for previous ongoing work, and can not be combined with other discounts or dental discount program. Patient with insurance will receive either the discount or the insurance plan pricing whichever discount is greater.

Offer can only be redeemed in office on stated date between stated times at 8879 FM423, suite 400 Frisco, TX 75034. Treatment must be started on 3/24/18 and payment in full.

Millennium Smiles
8979 FM423, Suite 400
Frisco, Texas 75034
972-987-4899

Invisalign at Any Age!

Do you want to make over your smile, but think you are too old for orthodontic treatment? If you feel like you missed the boat on braces, don’t worry. You can still get the smile of your dream with Invisalign at Millennium Smiles.

I’m Over 40. Can I Still Straighten My Smile?

Of course, you can! If you want straight teeth, but cringe at the thought of many years of orthodontic treatment, pain, and a mouthful of metal braces, think about Invisalign. Invisalign is a faster and more discreet option than metal braces suitable for adult patients of all ages.

Does Having Straight Teeth Matter at My Age?

Get a great smile at any age!

Yes, but not just for reasons that you think. While having straight teeth can make you look and feel great, there are additional benefits for straightening your teeth:

  • The alignment of your teeth affects your bite, so if your teeth are not straight or out of place, they can throw off your bite and cause unintended wear and tear on your temporomandibular joints – the joints that connect your jaw to your skull. When these joints wear down, it can mean pain, stiffness, and loss of jaw function.
  • The position of your teeth can also affect your oral health. Crooked, crowded, and overlapping teeth can make brushing and flossing difficult, which can leave you with plaque buildup, bad breath, gum disease, and tooth decay.

But I Don’t Want to Be in Treatment Forever

Straightening your teeth with Invisalign through Millennium Smiles is faster than you may think. The speed of straightening your teeth is faster at Millennium Smiles because Dr. Korous offers patients Invisalign with Propel to move teeth more quickly than orthodontic braces or with Invisalign alone.

On average, patients who choose Invisalign with our Frisco Dental office see their new smiles in about six months to a year of treatment. (Note: the speed of your treatment will depend on your specific bite correction needs)

Get a beautiful smile at any age with Dr. Korous. Call Millennium Smiles today at 972-987-4899 to schedule your consultation.

 

 

 

The Future is Now for Your Smile

The Future is Now for Your Smile

Are you on the fence about Invisalign? Are you afraid to take the next step because you are not sure of what you will look like after your procedure or if Invisalign will make a difference in your smile? Dr. Korous knows that the fear of the unknown may be holding you back. To alleviate your fears, Dr. Korous offers 3D virtual simulation to give you a glimpse of your future self after Invisalign treatment from Millennium Smiles.

See Your Future Smile

To show you what you will look like after your Invisalign procedure, Dr. Korous uses the powerful technology of the iTero Scanner. The iTero scanner enables Dr. Korous to take a 3-D digital scan of your teeth and bite. Taking scans this way means you no longer have to suffer through the uncomfortable trays and goopy material of traditional impressions.

During the scan, Dr. Korous can make adjustments in real time to your smile and show you your new image right then and there. Being able to see your smile and how it is adjusted also gives you the opportunity to provide feedback and approval about your future smile before your treatment begins.

Getting digital impressions using the iTero Scanner takes out the fear of the unknown – because you will know exactly how you will look after Invisalign!

After finishing adjustments, your scanned image is then processed into the Invisalign trays during your treatment.

The scanning process takes only about 15 minutes. Not only does Millennium Smiles use the iTero Scanner and other superior technology to give you a picture of your future smile quickly, but Dr. Korous also gets your smile finished faster by accelerating Invisalign with Propel.

Power Up with Propel

Propel speeds up your Invisalign experience by stimulating the bones in your mouth to generate new bone tissue. Creating new bone tissue allows the teeth to be moved faster into the new position designed by Dr. Korous.

Using Propel can shorten the amount of time you will wear your Invisalign trays by as much as half in some patients. (Note: Results vary from patient to patient.)

Want to see what you will look like after Invisalign? Schedule a consultation with Dr. Korous by calling Millennium Smiles in Frisco today at 972-987-4899.

How Invisalign Can Improve Your Career

If you are self-conscious about crooked teeth or a less-than-winning smile, you may have a hard time projecting the confidence and self-esteem that is necessary to advance your career. Being embarrassed about your smile can seriously affect your career, since you need to face your co-workers, employers and customers every day. Isn’t it time you looked into orthodontic treatment to correct your alignment and bite, so you can have the smile you’ve always dreamed of? Millennium Smiles offers a variety of adult orthodontic treatment solutions, including the wildly popular Invisalign system, to help you achieve your goal of a smile you can’t wait to show the world, while also giving you the confidence to achieve your career goals as well.

Invisalign: The Clear Solution

In decades past, orthodontic braces were the only way to correct alignment and bite issues and straighten teeth for a brilliant smile. While braces continue to be in use today with spectacular results, their obvious appearance is not for everybody. Adults may feel even more self-conscious about the metallic gleam shining from their braces than they even did with their misaligned teeth in the first place! Invisalign is the solution you need to get your teeth in perfect alignment without calling attention to your orthodontic treatment. Invisalign consists of a series of clear alignment guides that are specially molded to the shape of your mouth and teeth. As treatment progresses, you level up to the next alignment guide until you have been through all of them and your teeth are straight and beautiful. No need for embarrassing conversations about your braces with co-workers and customers- Invisalign guides are barely detectable even up close. When it comes to orthodontic treatment that doesn’t impact your daily life and career, the choice is clear!

Let’s Do Lunch

Going to an important business lunch meeting only to get bread, salad, or some other food trapped in your braces is a nightmare most people would do anything to avoid! With Invisalign, you can still receive the orthodontic treatment you need without having to worry about embarrassing outcomes at your next power lunch. Because Invisalign trays are removable, it is not necessary to eat with them in your mouth, as it is for traditional braces. This means you can discreetly remove your Invisalign tray prior to your big lunch presentation, discuss business with confidence over your meal, and simply pop it back into place when your lunch is over. Never miss another career-advancing lunch meeting, cocktail party or corporate dinner event again! Invisalign gives you the freedom to lunch like a boss!

The Payoff is Huge

Once you’ve completed your Invisalign treatment, you’ll see for yourself how much more confident you are when it comes to your career. You’ll no longer dread public speaking or worry that everyone in the room is looking at your teeth when you give an important presentation. When it comes to your career, believing in yourself is the most important thing you can do. Don’t let improperly-aligned teeth and a cluttered, crooked smile ruin all of the amazing things you have to offer the corporate world! Begin your Invisalign treatment now for amazing results in the future.

Still have questions about whether the Invisalign system is right for you? Millennium Smiles has answers! We are one of the top Invisalign specialists in the Frisco area, and can help you decide if you are a good candidate for Invisalign treatment. Call Millennium Smiles at 972-987-4899 today to speak with one of our friendly team members about scheduling your free Invisalign consultation. Get ready to smile with confidence- Invisalign is here for you!

The Benefits of Invisalign

Dreaming of a perfect smile without the hassle of braces? Thanks to Invisalign, your dream can become a reality! Once upon a time, braces were the only course of orthodontic treatment to straighten and align your teeth and give you a beautiful smile. These days, you can achieve the smile of your dreams without having to deal with braces by choosing the Invisalign system.

Invisalign works to straighten your teeth through a series of virtually-undetectable clear molds, which gradually align your teeth until the final results have been achieved. Dr. Dunia Korous and the rest of the Millennium Smiles staff are here to help patients seeking Invisalign in Frisco, TX get a brilliant, beautiful smile!

Some key benefits of choosing Invisalign include:

Eat What You Want – One of the worst things about getting braces is the list of foods you must avoid until they are removed. Some of your favorites, such as ice cream, popcorn and hard candy, are total no-nos from the moment your braces are put on. With Invisalign, there are no such restrictions. Because the series of Invisalign trays are designed to be completely removable, you can take them out before you eat and put them back in your mouth as soon as you have finished your meal. This means you can kiss the “do not eat” list goodbye!

Brushing is a Breeze – Unlike braces, which can be difficult to properly brush and floss around, the Invisalign system allows patients to continue brushing and flossing normally once they take out their alignment guides. The Invisalign trays themselves are easy to care for as well- simply rinsing them out regularly and brushing them gently with regular toothpaste is all you need to keep them fresh and clean. Invisalign eliminates the need for special toothbrushes and flossing contraptions that have to be used with braces. Achieving a perfectly-aligned smile has never been this easy!

Nearly Invisible – There’s a reason it’s called Invisalign- unlike braces, which are completely obvious to everyone you see and talk to, the Invisalign system is practically undetectable from far away, and much less noticeable than traditional braces when speaking to someone. This gives you the ability to achieve the smile of your dreams without having to feel self-conscious about your orthodontic appliance. With Invisalign, you can face the world proudly and with confidence the whole time you are undergoing orthodontic treatment.

Want More Information on Invisalign in Frisco, TX?

If all of this sounds like a dream come true and you’re ready to give Invisalign a try, call Millennium Smiles in Frisco, TX today at 972-987-4899. Our friendly representatives are standing by to help you schedule an initial consultation appointment, so you can find out if Invisalign is right for you. Today can be the day you make the choice to achieve the smile you’ve always wanted! Call now!

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