Dear Patient:
We hope this letter finds you and your family in good health. Our community has been through a lot over the last few months, and all of us are looking forward to resuming our normal habits and routines. While many things have changed, one thing has remained the same: our commitment to your safety. Infection control has always been a top priority for our practice and you may have seen this during your visits to our office. Our infection control processes are made so that when you receive care, it’s both safe and comfortable. We want to tell you about the infection control procedures we follow in our practice to keep patients and staff safe.
Our office follows infection control recommendations made by the American Dental Association (ADA), the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA). We follow the activities of these agencies so that we are up-to-date on any new rulings or guidance that may be issued.
You may see some changes when it is time for your next appointment. We made these changes to help protect our patients and staff. For example:
Thank you for being our patient. We value your trust and loyalty and look forward to welcoming back our patients, neighbors and friends.
Sincerely,
Maine Center for Dental Medicine
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Our office follows infection control recommendations made by the American Dental Association (ADA), the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA). We follow the activities of these agencies so that we are up-to-date on any new rulings or guidance that may be issued.
You may see some changes when it is time for your next appointment. We made these changes to help protect our patients and staff. For example:
- Our office will communicate with you beforehand to ask some screening questions. You’ll be asked those same questions again when you are in the office.
- We have hand sanitizer that we will ask you to use when you enter the office. You will also find some in the reception area and other places in the office for you to use as needed.
- You may see that our waiting room will no longer offer magazines, children’s toys and so forth, since those items are difficult to clean and disinfect.
- Appointments will be managed to allow for social distancing between patients. That might mean that you’re offered fewer options for scheduling your appointment.
- We will do our best to allow greater time between patients to reduce waiting times for you, as well as to reduce the number of patients in the reception area at any one time.
Thank you for being our patient. We value your trust and loyalty and look forward to welcoming back our patients, neighbors and friends.
Sincerely,
Maine Center for Dental Medicine
59 Pleasant Street Skowhegan, Maine, ME 04976 Directions
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Safe and Effective Laser Dentistry Services
Dr Mohammed Imam and Dr Shafiulla Khan are excited to offer laser dentistry services for patients who live in and around Skowhegan, Maine. While laser dentistry is often used to treat gum disease and other conditions that may affect the gums, teeth, or jaw areas, it can be useful in many other areas of dental medicine.
What can laser dentistry be used for?
Laser dentistry can be helpful with a variety of dental concerns such as:
- Tooth sensitivities (discomfort when eating or drinking)
- Difficulty chewing or biting due to exposed roots
- Receding gums and exposed roots from gum disease
- Canker sores in the mouth
- Extractions (removal of teeth)
- Root canals (to treat tooth infections and inflammation)
- Periodontal disease (gum disease)
- Gum recontouring (cosmetic)
In order to treat these conditions, laser dentistry is often used. Drs. Mohammed Imam and Shafiulla Khan have completed specialized laser courses and training, allowing them to use laser devices and techniques during their surgeries and treatments. They are dedicated to ensuring that lasers in their practice are completely safe and effective at addressing oral health issues or complications.
Why choose a dental practice that offers laser dentistry?
This day and age, technology is changing at an extremely fast pace. By working with a dental team who reinvests into the practice to offer the most advanced solutions for patients, you know that the practice is committed to your oral health and wellness. Drs. Mohammed Imam and Shafiulla Khan of the Maine Center for Dental Medicine want to stay on top of current trends and techniques to provide patients with a myriad of options when it comes to restoring their smiles. Whether you are considering cosmetic, restorative, or just preventive dentistry, we can assist!
Are laser dental services safe?
Yes! The lasers we use in laser dentistry are chosen because of their safety and effectiveness. They have been FDA-approved for many different purposes, ensuring patients have access to the treatments they need to restore or improve their oral health. Whether you are undergoing laser gum surgery or need to treat conditions such as periodontal disease, our technology can help.
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Why choose the Maine Center for Dental Medicine?
Our team of professionals is committed to helping patients achieve the best in oral health and wellness, and we are excited to use today’s technology to do so. We work alongside our patients to help them understand the conditions they have been diagnosed with and talk to them about their treatment options. Laser dentistry can be used in many aspects of dental care and can be integrated into most procedures. Our team is highly skilled and trained in dentistry, ensuring the best care possible for patients in the community.
Request a visit today to learn more about laser services
If you are located in the area of Skowhegan, ME, and are interested in working with a mercury-safe dentist in the community who provides biological dental solutions and state-of-the-art treatment for your smile, contact Drs. Mohammed Imam and Shafiulla Khan today to request an appointment at 59 Pleasant Street. The office is open to new and returning patients who call for a visit at (207) 808-7355.
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LinkedinA graduate from New York University College of Dentistry, Dr. Mohammed Imam began his practice in Nigeria and moved to the United Kingdom to continue his training in Oral & Maxillofacial Residency.
With over 30 years of expertise Dr. Imam regularly updates himself on modern techniques and methods whilst continuing to invest and perform procedures using the best technology and equipment to ensure his patients receive the best and most bio-compatible oral care possible.
Dr. Imam’s areas of specialty include implant dentistry, TMD and Orofacial pain. He is also SMART certified and a member of the Academy of General Dentistry.
An alumnus of New York University, Dr. Shafiulla Khan brings with him a wealth of knowledge and expertise gained over his 35 plus years of practicing dentistry. He is well known for his passion to improve his patients’ lives with his service. While being a SMART certified professional, Dr. Khan’s areas of specialty includes Tempro-mandibular Disorders, TMJ therapy and smile make overs. He remains a prestigious member of the International Association of Oral Medicine and Toxicology (IAOMT) amongst many others.
MCDM is continuing to protect our patients and staff from Covid-19. We ask that you postpone your appointment for 10-14 days if you or your household member are in the following categories:
Due to Governor Mills' change in the travel policy, patients who have traveled to NH, MA, CT, RI or VT do not need to quarantine. Therefore, patients that have traveled to or from these states do not need to delay their appointment with us. If you have traveled to or from any other state (or country) not listed above, the quarantine restrictions still apply.
As of 3/16/21, our front door will be unlocked. If you are a patient that has an appointment, you may enter 5 minutes prior to your appointment and undergo a covid screening upon entry. Others that do not have an appointment must call before entry. Anyone entering the building must wear a mask or scarf covering their mouth and nose.
Thank You,
- If you or your household member have been advised to quarantine due to Covid-19.
- If you or your household member have been in contact with someone who is being tested and do not yet have their results back, or if the results are back and they tested positive.
- If you or your household member are being tested for Covid-19, or have been tested and have a positive result.
- As always, if you do not know if you have been exposed and are not feeling well, please call us to reschedule.
Due to Governor Mills' change in the travel policy, patients who have traveled to NH, MA, CT, RI or VT do not need to quarantine. Therefore, patients that have traveled to or from these states do not need to delay their appointment with us. If you have traveled to or from any other state (or country) not listed above, the quarantine restrictions still apply.
As of 3/16/21, our front door will be unlocked. If you are a patient that has an appointment, you may enter 5 minutes prior to your appointment and undergo a covid screening upon entry. Others that do not have an appointment must call before entry. Anyone entering the building must wear a mask or scarf covering their mouth and nose.
Thank You,