Thursday, May 27, 2010

Monthly Newsletters from Ritter and Ramsey



Ritter and Ramsey General and Cosmetic dentistry are committed to providing the latest information on dentistry to our patients. To this end, we have created a monthly newsletter sent electronically to our patients. The information is all about the latest technologies and treatments we can offer at our state of the art facility. Take a look at our most recent newsletter on Lava COS, Vizilite and Oraverse.

Monday, May 17, 2010

Patients Love it at Ritter and Ramsey General and Cosmetic Dentistry


Here at Ritter and Ramsey General and cosmetic Dentistry it is very important to us that our patients have the best dental experience possible. to that end, utilizing Dental Sesame, a dental online site, we can track, monitor and gain valuable feedback on our office, team members, doctors and services. Here is an actual sample of a recent patients feedback. The patient went to our online site, RitterandRamsey.com, went to the patient section, entered into their account and filled out a brief survey. It is by using this as a gauge to where our service level is that we can gain insight into our office. We encourage our patients to fill out the survey.

1. Overall, how would you rate your experience at our office?
Exceeded my expectations

2. Based on your experience, would you recommend us to a family member or friend?
Definitely yes

3. How would you rate how you were treated on the phone?
Exceeded my expectations

4. How would you rate how you were treated when you arrived/checked in?
Friendly & professional

5. Did we see you within a reasonable proximity of your appointment time?
Yes

6. Please rate how well we explained your current condition and any recommended treatment.
Met my expectations

7. Did we answer your questions satisfactorily?
Yes

8. Please rate how well we explained proposed treatment costs and financial options.
Met my expectations

9. If treatment was recommended, do you plan on scheduling it with us in the next 30 days?
Yes

10. Have you scheduled your next appointment?
No

11. If not, may we call you to schedule?
No

12. Is there anyone you would like to recognize for outstanding or less-than-outstanding service?
Each member of the staff that I have ever had any contact with continually amaze me with their outstanding customer service and professionalism.

Tuesday, May 4, 2010

Effective Tooth Whitening at Ritter and Ramsey Cosmetic Dentistry


Here at Ritter and Ramsey General and Cosmetic Dentistry the easiest most effective way to change your smile is to Whiten your teeth. in the past, this technique was called bleaching. This inferred the use of harmful chemicals that would permanently effect your enamel or outer layer of your tooth. This is so not the case. Whitening has been proven safe and effective from clinical studies over the last decade. The best, most cost effective method of whitening your teeth are custom trays to fit over your teeth with take home syringes of material. The material that we use and has been shown to promote awesome results is Night White from Discus Dental. Tooth whitening works well if you have to prerequisites, first, you have to have your own teeth. unfortunately, whitening does not work on crowns, second you cannot whiten teeth that have so called "bondings" or composites which are plastic fillings on your teeth. If you have your own teeth and you feel that they are slightly yellow, dingy or tired looking, and you would like to see an improvement in the brightness of your smile, give us a call and see if Take home Whitening is for you.

Monday, April 26, 2010

Carifree and Dental Caries Risk Assesment CAMBRA


Today, we now know that dental caries comes from 32 specific bacteria in the oral environment. We also now know that these bacteria form a biofilm that needs to be altered to prevent cavities and recurrent decay, in and around your teeth and dental work. Carifree is a company that provides a solution to this problem. Through the use of dental rinses, varnishes, toothpastes, gums, mints, and sugar free lollipops we can later the biofilm and try to eliminate tooth decay from your mouth. Each of these regimens is custom designed for your individual mouth. When you arrive for your new patient exam or just on your hygiene recare visit, we can talk to you about your current state and what we can do to help you with eliminating this problem from your mouth. At Ritter and Ramsey, we provide all facets of restorative dentistry and preventive dentistry as well.

Wednesday, April 21, 2010

Ritter and Ramsey presenting at the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry


Next Monday in Grapevine Texas, The American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry is hosting its annual conference on cosmetic dentistry. Both Dr. Rob Ritter and Dr. Chris Ramsey are scheduled to present a lecture on restorative materials for GC America. The lecture will cover Glass ionomers, adhesives and composite tooth colored restorations. In addition to presenting their lecture, Dr. Chris Ramsey will be receiving his prestigious honor of becoming an accredited member of the AACD. It took Dr. Ramsey 5 years to achieve this level. He will be recognized at the Saturday evening formal event where he will be bestowed with the gold medal of honor representing his accomplishment. We are all excited and proud for Dr. Ramsey. It is during this conference that the latest in treatment modalities will be displayed for all of cosmetic dentists to learn and share information.

Tuesday, April 13, 2010

3i-3M Digital Implant Impression in Jupiter/Palm Beach Gardens, Fl





This the the First Worldwide collaboration between 3i/Biomet Encode Abutment system and 3M LAVA COS Digital Impression scanner to produce and all ceramic zirconium abutment and e.max, the latest in a long line of durable and esthetic all ceramic products from IvoclarVivadent. The LAVA COS scanner now allows us to take digital impressions without messy impression materials. The ENCODE abutment is scanned in the mouth, and the digital file is sent to fabricate a digital model which is then sent to 3i to design and mill a zirconium abutment. This is then sent to the laboratory to fabricate an e.max crown that fits the digital model. This is returned to the dentist and seated in the patients mouth, restoring the function and esthetics after the tooth was extracted. The final results are outstanding, with less involved procedures and greater comfort to the patient. See if this technology is right for you call our office in Jupiter/Palm Beach Gardens to schedule an appt!

Monday, April 5, 2010

Empress Direct Restorations



Right here in Palm Beach Gardens and Jupiter Florida, Drs. Robert Ritter and Chris Ramsey are proud to offer Empress Direct composite restorations. This unique and trusted composite material comes from a company with a long track record of clinical success with their existing Empress ceramic system and the original 4 Seasons composite resin material. Empress Direct offers fantastic shade matching and wear characteristics. Replacing old silver amalgams in the posterior or back of the mouth and replacing older fading and discolored fillings in the front of the mouth is now easier and longer lasting with Empress Direct. Come in for a consultation to see if this new material could make a difference in improving your health and smile.