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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Skowhegan, ME dentist recommends ozone treatment for root canal therapy
There are many times in which Skowhegan, Maine area patients may need dental work. In some instances, patients may require treatments such as root canal therapy. With our advanced dental office at the Maine Center for Dental Medicine, patients can work with Drs. Mohammed Imam and Shafiulla Khan to discuss the advantages of not only providing root canal therapy to save a natural tooth but to complete the treatment in conjunction with ozone therapy.
What is ozone therapy?
Ozone therapy is being used today as a powerful tool in the treatment of infection and the elimination of bacteria in the oral cavity. Therapy with this gas, which is comprised of three oxygen atoms, can be integrated into many dental procedures. In addition to root canal therapy, dental ozone therapy may be integrated into other treatments such as periodontal therapy and deep dental cleanings.
What are the benefits of ozone therapy?
Ozone therapy in the dental office has several benefits. Ozone therapy is:
- Affordable treatment integrated with other dental services
- Safe for patients
- Natural, and created with a unique generator
- A potent antimicrobial in combating various dental concerns
- Beneficial in speeding healing and recovery
- Effective at eliminating toxins and bacteria
- Side-effect free, without any contraindications
- Perfect for boosting the body’s natural immune system response
- Use for improving circulation
- Great for helping the body fight infections
How is ozone integrated into root canal therapy?
First, patients must understand the advantages of undergoing root canal therapy. Root canal therapy is a procedure that is performed when the inner portion of the tooth is infected or diseased. The dentist performs this therapy by accessing the dental pulp of the tooth in the canals, which contain the nerves, blood supply, and tissues. These tissues are removed, the inner canals are then treated with ozone gas to destroy bacteria and infection, and the tooth is then filled with gutta-percha. After the area has been treated, composite resin may be used to seal the tooth, and a dental crown may be made to cover the tooth. This strengthens the tooth while protecting it from damage, as root canal therapy may weaken the tooth. When the tooth is treated with ozone gasses, it can reduce the risk of infection recurring and allows the patients to maintain the tooth in the smile. By performing root canal therapy, or “endodontic therapy,” the patient avoids the need to have the tooth extracted and replaced with a dental implant, dental bridge, or partial denture. Whenever possible, our dental team believes in maintaining the natural tooth as long as possible, and root canal therapy offers this opportunity.
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Discover the advantages of ozone therapy in biologic dentistry
If you are ready to work with dentists in the area of Skowhegan, Maine to discuss the benefits of using ozone therapy and other state-of-the-art solutions for improving the health and appearance of the smile, contact Drs. Mohammed Imam and Shafiulla Khan. Their practice, the Maine Center for Dental Medicine, is located at 59 Pleasant Street and can be reached 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,