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Dentist Fueled by Creating Experiences for His Patients

Jeremy Kay, DMD, is an expert in cosmetic and implant dentistry, and he specializes in complex cases requiring a level of care and expertise beyond the limitations of general dentistry. But that career might never have happened if Kay hadn’t recognized he was not going to rise in the national tennis rankings alongside Andy Roddick.

Dentistry is about being a good mechanic, figuring it out, and explaining to the patients what’s best for them.

He was a nationally ranked tennis player while growing up in South Florida, and rallied with the likes of Andy Roddick before his climb to national fame.

But even then, Jeremy Kay, DMD, recognized that he did not have the skill set to compete at that level.

“I really enjoyed it,” says Kay, who today, at age 32, is the leader of The Dental Spa in Philadelphia. “It was more than a hobby. I loved to play, and I still love to play.”

Instead, he’s serving up aces in dentistry as he has already become well known for his complete smile makeovers.

KEY RELATIONSHIPS

Despite his love for tennis, Kay says he always had a passion for dentistry, in no small part thanks to his father who is a prosthodontist. The senior Kay brought his son to his office while in grade school, enabling him to visualize the impact he could one day have on people’s lives.

“It was a huge influence on me,” Kay says. “As I got older I explored other things, like finance and medicine, but none of them made the day go by fast. Whenever I was in a dental office I knew that was where I wanted to be.”

But how does someone so relatively young take of the reins of highly successful dental practice? Kay says the stars were all aligned, adding that, “It’s better to be lucky than good.”

Which is not to say Kay isn’t good at his craft. But connecting with one of his teachers from The University of Pennsylvania School of Dental Medicine at a time when Kay and his wife were “romanticizing” about moving back to Philadelphia demonstrated how timing can mean everything. His teacher was nearing the end of a long and wonderful career, so he hooked Kay up with his partner of nearly 30 years and everything clicked.

“As soon as we met we knew that it would be a perfect marriage,” Kay says. “We all enjoy each other, and we all learn from each other. And it all stemmed from my relationship with my teacher and his respect for me as a student.”

PRACTICE PHILOSOPHY

As Kay approaches his one-year anniversary since taking over as head of The Dental Spa, he has already had phrases linked with him and the practice. Phrases like “smile architect” and how he considers each patient’s “dental properties.” Kay says those philosophies come from the many mentors he’s been fortunate to associate with.

“I was fortunate to be mentored by some very intellectual people who really taught me that dentistry is more philosophical than technical,” he explains. “And I probably say that at least once a day.”

Kay says he takes a big picture approach to dentistry. He tries to visualize each patient’s situation, asking himself, “What’s going to happen next?” in order to prevent that next thing from occurring. That approach of looking at the emergent things that might occur, Kay says, saves patients time and money. In some respects, he equates it to having foresight and, in some respects, being a good auto mechanic.

“If you’ve ever had to change the tires on a car, you know if you only change one tire the car is never going to run right,” Kay explains. “[Dentistry] is about being a good mechanic, figuring it out, and explaining to the patients what’s best for them.”

LESSONS LEARNED

When Kay completed dental school, he and a colleague wanted to explore different cultures and help serve an impoverished community. An opportunity arose through the University Of Pennsylvania to go to Da Nang, Vietnam. They jumped at the opportunity and spent a month waking at six every morning to do sealants and provide dental care for many of the underserved communities in that part of the world.

“It was truly enriching, and they were very appreciative,” Kay recalls.

But it was also educational, Kay says, providing people of the region an education that he hopes will serve them the rest of their lives. It also made Kay some of the things westerners often take for granted.

“It gave us an even greater sense of empathy,” he says. “We had to develop our own ways of communicating with some of these people because we couldn’t speak the language. So we were learning alongside them, and it was very enriching.”

Kay also carries with him life lessons from his time on the tennis court. One of those lessons is about commitment. He rose every morning at seven and “worked my tail off” to try and become better.

“I didn’t have the skill of an Andy Roddick or some of those guys who were natural-born athletes, so I outworked a lot of my opponents,” Kay says. “I think that contributed to some of my success, and helped from a life lessons standpoint.”

STILL SMILING

Kay continues to educate and help others. His practice was recently featured twice on a new TLC show, “Say Yes: Wedding SOS,” where he was asked to help some couples who needed dental work ranging from minor touch-ups to heavy reconstruction. The goal was to help them feel comfortable when they smile at their wedding, something Kay was very familiar with.

“I just got married to my long-time sweetheart two years ago, so I know how often they made us smile and look at each other,” he says. “I know the experience those photographers and the people involved with the wedding put you under. So you want to be confident, and you want to display your best sense of self. I felt very privileged to do the show.”

By his own admission, becoming an exceptional aesthetic dentist and helping people is part of what fuels Kay’s passion and spirit.

“It’s not always about the task at hand,” he says. “It’s the process of growing, and creating a new experience for my patients.”

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thedentalspausa-blog · 7 years ago

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Best Electric Toothbrush, According to Top Dentists | Reader’s Digest

Making use of an electric toothbrush is a great way to keep away cavities and it is made for longer, more thorough teeth brushing. To know about which is best electric toothbrush according to the top dentists, visit https://phillydentalspa.com/best-electric-toothbrush-according-to-top-dentists-readers-digest/

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thedentalspausa-blog · 7 years ago

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Best Electric Toothbrush, According to Top Dentists | Reader’s Digest

We asked top dentists to reveal their favorite electric toothbrush—and turns out 4 out of 5 dentists surveyed don’t agree! Here are their chosen tools of the trade.

Besides never forgetting to brush your teeth, the second rule dentists agree on could easily be: The best toothbrush you can use is an electric one. “Research studies have shown that powered toothbrushes reduce plaque and gingivitis more than manual tooth brushing,” says Ronald W. Konig, DDS, FAGD, LVIF, FIAPA of the Konig Center for Cosmetic and Comprehensive Dentistry in Houston, Texas, “and clinically speaking, in our own office we’ve truly seen improvements with electric brushes. Patients who made the switch routinely come back in 6 months with cleaner mouths.”

As an added bonus, electric toothbrushing enables a larger population to effectively clean their teeth, according to Anastasia Turchetta, who has been practicing as a Registered Dental Hygienist for the past 29 years. “Some people have trouble with dexterity,” Turchetta explains. Certain medical conditions or simply the effects of aging could make it difficult for people to “not only to grasp the handle but maneuver the brush to reach all the surfaces of all the teeth.” Failure to do so isn’t just a matter of dental health, she points out as well. Improper dental hygiene can lead to bone loss, loss of teeth, or even loss of life.”

So, when the question became which the best electric toothbrush, here are the names we heard.

“Without hesitation, I’ll say that the best is the Philips Sonicare Toothbrush,” says Edward Alvarez, DDS, a dentist in New York, New York.

To Dr. Alvarez, the specific version isn’t important. What is important is that with any Sonicare toothbrush, you’re getting 31,000 brush strokes per minute (compare that with 200 by a manual toothbrush!), which is the same frequency as the professional ultrasonic instruments he uses in the office. And that sonic energy pushes between the teeth and under the gumline in a way that no other brush can do. “What the sonic effect does also is to disrupt cell membranes of the bacteria found on the teeth and gums. And that goes a long way toward destroying the bacteria,” adds Lance Loveless, DDS, LVIF of Austin’s BridgeView Dental.

Another fan of the Philips Sonicare brand is Mountain View, California, dentist Steven Lin, DDS, whose upcoming book, The Dental Diet (because, as he says, “nutrition is the number one way to have strong healthy teeth) is slated for a January 2018 release. “After trying one a few years ago, I feel it gives my enamel its cleanest feel. Beyond just conventional tooth scrubbing, Sonicare brushes are said to create a secondary fluid dynamic that helps to disrupt dental plaque beyond where the tips of its bristles actually touch.” In addition, throughout the various brushes in the Sonicare collection, you can find such features as:

Two-minute timer with 30-second intervals, which is a must since you should be brushing for a two minutes

Long-term durability; the heads have to be replaced every three months and do end up lasting that long

Excellent battery durability (up to a two-week charge)

Easy and comfortable grip

Easy to use controls

Comfortable brush size

Massage modes

Sensitivity modes

Whitening settings (speaking of teeth-whitening, here are some awesome tips from dental professionals).

All of that being said, some of the dentists we spoke to did have their own particular favorites from the Sonicare line.

If pressed to choose between the various Philips toothbrushes, Gregg Lituchy, DDS of New York City’s Lowenberg Lituchy & Kantor dental practice, would have to go with the Philips Sonicare Essence. “I love that it has an oval–headed brush attachment, which works really well in hard to reach places in the back of the mouth.” He also loves its timer-feature, which buzzes when two minutes have passed, ensuring the proper amount of time was spent brushing. Of course, all electric brushes are great, he concedes, “especially if you’re someone who’s not good with keeping up with the brushing-twice daily routine because the technology helps assure that all spots are reached and plaque is removed before turning into tartar.”

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“We love Philips Sonicare here at Dr. Patty’s Dental Boutique and Spa in Ft. Lauderdale,” says owner April Patterson, DDS . “Sonicare offers lots of options, but the ONE line that we always recommend is the Philips Sonicare DiamondClean Smart. “The best feature is that it’s actually, well, smart!” she says. “Sure, people might say that smart toothbrushes are a gimmick, but the truth is, when used correctly, the can become life-changing tools.”

As an example, she says the DiamondClean Smart can actually push suggestions to your smartphone “so that your oral health is always at the top of your mind.” And that’s great for people trying to regain control of their oral hygiene. It’s so smart that it can even make recommendations as specific as which quadrant of the mouth you should be focusing on.”

Dr. Konig also prefers the DiamondClean Smart brushes for his own use because he likes how the sonic technology coupled with sweeping motions drive fluid into the tight spaces between the teeth and gum line, resulting in a greater cleaning efficiency. “But it’s actually a very personal choice,” he stresses. “The sonic vibrations in the Philips brushes aren’t for everyone. And if you’re someone who finds them bothersome, then you’ll do just fine with Crest’s Oral-B.”

“Although many of our patients like Sonicare, and it’s great, I enjoy using Crest’s Oral-B due to its smaller oscillating head,” says Alan McDavid DDS, who practices with Magnolia Family Dental in McKinney, Texas. “It helps reach the narrow areas in my mouth where traditional heads would be too large.”

“Personally, I love the Oral-B because it lets you know the areas where you’re brushing too hard, which can lead to toothbrush abrasion,” adds Mobile, Alabama dentist, Valerie Musial, DMD. “It’s timed in 30-second increments for each quadrant of the mouth for a total of two minutes. I also love it for the different interchangeable heads that it comes with. I like the one that’s round and similar to what the dental hygienist uses when you come for your biannual cleaning. There is one that is the perfect shape for getting around orthodontic brackets and appliances and another one that is pointed to get in between the teeth for those that don’t floss as well as they should.”

No one likes going to the dentist, of course, but you could learn a lot if you ask the right questions. Or you could just read up on these 13 things your dentists thinks you should know.

The Oral B Genius is truly a genius toothbrush, according to Jeremy Kay, DMD of The Dental Spa in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. In particular, Dr. Kay raves about the Oral B Genius Pro 8000, which is his personal favorite and which he recommends to all his patients.

“Overall, Oral-B’s products are excellent,” he told Reader’s Digest, “but this newest model is a truly smart brush that will not only provide a superior feeling of clean but also astound the user with its relevant technological advancements. Pressure sensors allow prevent users from overbrushing. Timers ensure adequate, but not overzealous, attention is given to the teeth and gums. An assortment of LED colors allow for personalization, and Bluetooth technology provides you with customized real-time feedback about your brushing habits (delivered right to your smartphone).”

And here is the brushing-habit question we know you’re dying to ask: How bad is it to brush your teeth only once per day?

Of all the Oral B electric brushes, Gary Glassman D.D.S, FRDC, a partner at Endodontic Specialists in Downtown Yorkville, Toronto, prefers the Professional CareSmartSeries 5000, which boasts an onboard computer and 8,800 oscillations per minute. “This power cleaner has recently been upgraded with a few new features. It has Bluetooth technology, that synchronizes your toothbrush to the LED Smart Guide timer that tracks brushing progress by quadrant and tells the user when it is time to replace their toothbrush head,” he explains. “It also now includes a light sensor on the neck of the brush and on the Smart Guide that illuminates when too much pressure is being used, as well as a series of stars across the bottom of the Smart Guide to show the charge level. In addition, there are five speeds, two clean modes (two and three minute brushing cycles), sensitive-mode for gentle cleaning, massage mode, and a polishing mode for stain removal.

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Endodontist, Rajan Sharma, DDS, founder of the Eon Clinics, prefers the Oral-B Pro 1000 Electric Rechargeable Toothbrush, which removes 300 percent more plaque than a regular manual toothbrush. “My favorite features are the rotating head, the bristle softness, pressure sensor, and in-handle pulse timer.”When looking for a suitable electric toothbrush, Dr. Sharma advises considering the size of the head, whether the head is replaceable, and the speed of the brush.”

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“It’s worth noting that approximately 95 percent of what we see our patients using are Sonicare or Oral-B products,” says Houston’s Dr. Konig. Williamsburg, Virginia-based dentist Timothy K. Johnston, DDS thinks that you can’t lose choosing either one: “They each have research showing that their brand is better than the other. So in reality, either one works great.”

Although Dr. Musial likes using the Oral-B brushes, she says that one of her hygienists swears by Sonicare, and another loves the Rotadent (which we’ll get to in a moment). “When looking at dental products I suggest looking for any that have the ADA seal of approval,” she advises. “But then personal preference should be the big decider. In my 17 years of practice I have found that the best toothbrush is whichever one a patient will use consistently.

Likewise, Dr. McDavid recommends trusting your instincts. “Choose the brush you think you’ll enjoy using most. If you have any questions regarding the different options, bring them up at your next cleaning with your local hygienist. Most are extremely knowledgeable about home care and products available.”

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The Rotadent Procare is the top choice of Ira J. Handschuh, DDS, a general and cosmetic dentist at The Dental Design Center in White Plains, New York and New York City. “The Rotadent, fabricated by Dentsply, is a high-quality brush due to its wonderful bristle texture and fantastic brush head size and shape,” Dr. Handschuh tells Reader’s Digest. “Patients can choose from a long or short tip, as well as both flat brush heads and pointy brush heads. All brush head diameters are small enough to accommodate patients with small mouths too. These options allow patients with all types of needs, such as those who have braces or lots of gum recession, to utilize the brush. The pointy brush head allows the bristles to get into spaces that are often difficult to reach with other brushes. Another nice feature is that the brush will shut down automatically if patients push too hard on the gums or teeth. Without this feature, patients can actually do harm to the architecture that support the teeth.”

Rotary brushes are not for everyone, but Dr. Handschuh sees them as particularly helpful for patients who may not have the dexterity to clean all locations on their teeth with a manual brush, such as the young or the elderly, or people who’ve had a stroke. That said, it’s important to remember that good oral health habits such as daily brushing and flossing, good nutrition and regularly scheduled dental visits can help prevent strokes, as well as other circulatory problems, diabetes, and cancer.

Likewise, the health of our teeth can provide insight into our general health. Here are some of the signs of disease your teeth can reveal.

“If you want whiter teeth, you need to try the GO SMILE Sonic Blue,” says Maryann Lehmann, DDS, a dentist practicing in Darien, Connecticut. “The bristles are strategically designed for maximum plaque removal and the sonic action works far better than manual brushing alone. But it’s most amazing feature is that it has these LED lights in the head, which add to the whitening power when used with the special whitening gel,” she explains. “I saw the amazing results myself in a study I conducted.”

The GO SMILE Sonic Blue is part of the GO SMILE Sonic Pro Teeth Whitening System. According to Dr. Lehmann, it provides fast-acting light-powered whitening, built right into a sonic toothbrush, to improve the health and appearance of your smile. “It’s been proven to whiten four times faster than comparable ‘brush to whiten’ systems, and 90 percent of users saw whiter teeth in 2 days, dramatic results in 1 month, and a healthier, whiter smile every day!”

In addition, Dr. Lehmann adds that the sonic cleaning comes in both regular and gentle modes. We can’t help but notice how cool those blue lights look, but Dr. Lehmann explains that they’re that color for a reason: “They’re tuned to wavelengths shown to kill bacteria for greater oral health and accelerate whitening for visible results, fast! The patented oversized design of the brush head allows for greater distribution of the blue light from the brush to your teeth.”

Have you heard that yellowish teeth are actually stronger than white teeth? But seriously, who doesn’t have white teeth goals? Here are some proven ways to get those pearly whites even whiter.

These days, it seems that no discussion of toothbrushes would be complete without seeking the expert opinion of Blippi, whose Toothbrush Song has been viewed literally millions of times. Here is a sample of the lyrics that are driving kids between the ages of two and seven to beg their parents for toothbrush time:

“Nobody wants a toothache, so wet your toothbrush and get your toothpaste. Put on a dab about the size of a pea. Now get your toothbrush ready and follow me!”

Luckily, Blippi, created by his alter-ego Stevin John, had a teeny-tiny sliver of time between takes to talk to Reader’s Digest about dental care for kids. (Don’t forget: Medically trained experts agree dental care for kids is best begun with a simple, appropriately sized manual toothbrush.)

“I like toothbrushes that have bristles that tickle my gums and gently clean my teeth,” Blippi informed us, “but since my favorite colors are orange and blue, if you can find an orange and blue toothbrush, you should definitely get that one. If you can’t find one that’s orange and blue, then I guess you can get one that’s either orange or blue. And don’t forget to brush your tongue!”

And although we know you’re loving Blippi’s Toothbrush Song, please don’t get any ideas about borrowing your children’s toothpaste. You’re supposed to be a grownup, and besides, there’s a hidden danger in using your kids’ toothpaste.

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Replace Your Missing Teeth with The Dental Spa’s Dental Implant Service

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Jeremy Kay, D.M.D. Brings New Smile to Helm of The Dental Spa

The Dental Spa announces Jeremy Kay, D.M.D. for the leadership role at center City practice. He is a leader in dental field having 70 years of trusted experience. To know more on how Dr. Jeremy Kay brought smiles to helm of The Dental Spa, visit https://phillydentalspa.com/jeremy-kay-d-m-d-brings-new-smile-helm-dental-spa-noted-smile-architect-offers-digital-high-tech-dentistry-respected-center-city-practice/

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Jeremy Kay, D.M.D. Brings New Smile to Helm of The Dental Spa

Noted Smile “Architect” Offers Digital High-Tech Dentistry to Respected Center City Practice

The Dental Spa, widely recognized as one of the Delaware Valley’s top cosmetic dental practices, announces Jeremy Kay, the best cosmetic dentist in Philadelphia, is assuming the leadership role at the respected Center City practice, located near Rittenhouse Square at 1601 Walnut Street. Providing trusted dental services for nearly 70 years and a true leader in the dental industry, The Dental Spa is known for providing state-of-the-art treatment and comfort for the most unique dental experience. With features including personalized music and entertainment, warm scented towels, fluffy pillows and cozy blankets.

Forging the future of dental excellence for The Dental Spa, Dr. Kay is known for his complete “smile makeovers,” accomplished with the advanced placement and development of dental implants, in-office whitening systems, and comprehensive periodontal care for optimal gum health. An expert in cosmetic, and implant dentistry, he specializes in complex cases requiring a level of care and expertise beyond the limitations of general dentistry.

“Dr. Kay brings an added expertise in digital high-tech dentistry, which enhances dental care and allows patients to have fewer and faster dental visits, while maintaining the high level of quality and devotion to excellence which has been the hallmark of our practice,” said Harold B. Yaffe, D.D.S. and Paul J. Berson, D.D.S., partners at The Dental Spa. “Dr. Kay is an ‘architect’ of dentistry who brings not only dedicated experience in prosthodontics, but high energy and great passion for his craft.”

Dr. Kay earned his B.A. in Psychology from Emory University and is an honors graduate of the University of Pennsylvania School of Dental Medicine. After graduating from the top of his class, he enrolled into New York University School of Advanced Dentistry and Prosthodontics, earning his advanced certificate in Prosthodontics. For several years in Florida as a prosthodontist, he practiced cosmetic, implant, and adult restorative dentistry.

“Because what we do addresses both aesthetics and function, our scope of service goes way beyond the immediate dental needs of our patients, and we will continue to focus on the synergy Drs. Yaffe and Berson perfected over the past two decades, said Dr. Jeremy Kay. “I am thrilled to continue the tremendous legacy of The Dental Spa for a new generation.”

The Dental Spa team, which includes long-term staff members, approach their work from a big-picture perspective, integrating academic, psychological, and philosophical disciplines to achieve maximum results. As a smile architect, Dr. Kay surveys each patient’s dental “properties” and designs reconstructive blueprints, planning every detail of the treatment based on his artistic vision.

Dr. Kay is also an associate clinical professor at the University of Pennsylvania School of Dental Medicine with appointments in the clinical honors and prosthodontic programs. He oversees dental students and specialty residents in the treatment of their patients to ensure quality and longevity while offering both his academic and clinical perspectives.

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