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Gumming up Heart Health

General recommendations for heart health are: get about 40 minutes of exercise at least 3 times a week, cut dietary fat and salt intake, pay attention to your blood pressure and cholesterol. But can taking care of your gums help your heart?

It turns out, that treating periodontal disease reduces plaque build up in the coronary arteries and makes the vessels more flexible.

A study done at the University of Connecticut at Farmington with 120 participants was split into two groups, half receiving regular tooth cleaning, and half undergoing extensive dental work like scaling, root planning, antibiotics, and even removing diseased teeth. After 6 months the group that underwent intensive dental work had healthier arteries.

Dr. Maurizio S. Tonetti, said "This study showed that intensive treatment of periodontitis, a common potential source of low-grade inflammation, results in an improvement in endothelial function." In other words, it makes the arties cleaner and more flexible, allowing the blood to flow freely and preventing clotting.

The connection between the heart and the mouth isn't all that clear, but it may have to do with bacteria. Another study done at Columbia University found a relationship between bacteria in the mouth and carotid artery health. Keep your mouth clean and your smile bright, and see a dentist if there is a problem. In addition to helping your smile it may help bring a smile to your heart.

Whiten Teeth Laguna Hills, California

Dr. Payam C. Ataii, D.M.D.

Dr. Payam C. Ataii, D.M.D.

Laser Dental Center
24881 Alicia Pkwy
Laguna Hills, California 92653
Call 949-242-0773

Has that picture perfect smile eluded you? Whenever someone shows off their pearly whites people take notice. That's because there are few things that can make a better first impression or break the ice than a captivating smile. Though there are tons of "whitening" toothpastes out there, many of them require months of use before any visible effect. At the Laser Dental Center, Dr. Payam Ataii, DMD offers the Laser Brite whitening system, which can give you amazing whitening effects within your lunch break. This specialized Laser Dental Center procedure comes with a one year whitening guarantee. If you or your loved ones are searching for that a way to whiten teeth in the Laguna Hills, California area, contact Dr. Ataii today for more information.

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Spider Vein Treatment Westchester

Dr. Arlen Fleisher

Dr. Arlen Fleisher

Vein Center for Excellence of Westchester
280 N. Central Ave, ste 70
Hartsdale, NY 10530
Call 914-949-8346

Almost three out of every four adult women experience spider veins which may lead to an increased pressure in the veins. For the most innovative care in Westchester, look no further than the Cardiac Surgery Group. This state-of-the-art treatment center has the most advanced treatment options that will be administered by Dr. Arlen Fleisher and his team of professionals. They will work with you every step of the way before, during, and after treatment in order to maximize your wellbeing through safe and effective care.

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Laser Oral Surgery Laguna Hills, California

Dr. Payam C. Ataii, D.M.D.

Dr. Payam C. Ataii, D.M.D.

Laser Dental Center
24881 Alicia Pkwy
Laguna Hills, California 92653
Call 949-242-0773

If you are experiencing severe mouth pain oral surgery could provide what you're looking for. The Oral Surgery Center of Laguna Hills, CA provides affordable, reliable and dependable laser dental surgery without the painful experience and convalescence of cumbersome, invasive dental drills. Laser oral surgery can give you the help you need without lasting convalescence pain to remind you of your previous suffering.

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Pediatric Dentistry in Laguna Hills, CA

Dr. Payam C. Ataii, D.M.D.

Dr. Payam C. Ataii, D.M.D.

Laser Dental Center
24881 Alicia Pkwy
Laguna Hills, California 92653
Call 949-242-0773

Does your child dread going to the dentist? If invasive dental treatments frighten your child laser dentistry may provide a more pleasant solution. Dr. Payam Ataii, D.M.D. of the Laser Dental Center in Laguna Hills, CA uses laser dentistry to treat dental problems quickly and painlessly. Your child no longer has to be afraid of painful dental procedures when there's laser dentistry to get the job done.

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Heart/ Lung Surgery Bronx, NY

Dr. Arlen Fleisher

Dr. Arlen Fleisher

Cardiac Surgery Group, PC
Macy Pavillion, WCMC
Valhalla, NY 10595
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Suffering from heart and lung problems? Put an end to your problems with cardiothoracic surgery at the Cardiac Surgery Group. They offer cutting-edge, customized complex surgical care delivered by board-certified cardiac surgeons located near the Bronx, NY. You can look forward to comprehensive heart and lung treatment here.

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Laser Resurfacing San Diego, California

Dr. Alexander Ataii, M.D.

Dr. Alexander Ataii, M.D.

Laser Clinique - Aesthetic, Surgical, Medical and Dental Spa
4765 Carmel Mountain Rd. Suite #207
San Diego, California 92130
Call 888-781-7097

Are you or a loved one searching for a way to restore damaged skin? Tired of the over-the-counter products that do nothing but add a layer of gloss? Everyone deserves to leave their house each day feeling comfortable and confident in the way they look. At the Laser Clinique, Dr. Alexander Ataii, MD utilizes the latest in cosmetic technology for the people of San Diego, California to get younger and healthier looking skin. Utilizing laser resurfacing procedure Dr. Ataii can remove damaged and wrinkled skin and reveal a brighter and more beautiful you. If you're looking for a dedicated and trustworthy cosmetic surgeon in the San Diego, California area, contact the Laser Clinique today.

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Periodontist Laguna Hills, California

Dr. Payam C. Ataii, D.M.D.

Dr. Payam C. Ataii, D.M.D.

Laser Dental Center
24881 Alicia Pkwy
Laguna Hills, California 92653
Call 949-242-0773

Tired seeing that one cracked tooth when you look in the mirror? There are very few things that can make a better first impression that a captivating smile. Cosmetic dental technology has changed a lot in the past decade, and at the lead of that charge has been Dr. Payam Ataii, DMD of the Laser Dental Center. In his 13 year carrier, he has maintained the belief that using the most cutting edge technology at affordable rates is the only way to give patients what they deserve. If you or your loved ones is looking for an experienced and dedicated periodontist Laguna Hills, California area, contact Dr. Ataii today.

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Varicose Vein Surgery Bronx

Dr. Arlen Fleisher

Dr. Arlen Fleisher

Cardiac Surgery Group, PC
280 N. Central Ave, ste 70
Hartsdale, NY 10530
Call 914-949-8346

If you are suffering from ugly, swollen varicose veins and are looking for effective Varicose Vein Surgery to eliminate their globular and bluish look throughout the skin, turn to the Cardiac Surgery Group. This state of the art facility is located in the Bronx and is led by nationally renowned surgeon Dr. Arlen Fleisher. Dr. Fleisher has years of experience in giving successful Varicose Vein Surgery to a growing number of satisfied patients.

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Veneers Manhattan, NYC

Dr. New Century Smile Dental Arts

Dr. New Century Smile Dental Arts

New Century Smile Dental Arts
250 E. 58th st
Manhattan, NY 10022
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Need to makeover your teeth with veneers? New Century Smile Dental Arts in Manhattan, NYC offers lumineers for better looking teeth. These are an alternative to the traditional porcelain veneers. New Century offers a range of general and cosmetic dentistry services at their Upper East Side, Manhattan office.

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Doctor Arlen Fleisher

Dr. Arlen Fleisher

Dr. Arlen Fleisher

Vein Center for Excellence of Westchester
280 N. Central Ave, ste 70
Hartsdale, NY 10530
Call 914-949-8346

At the Vein Centers for Excellence of Westchester each patient is treated as an individual with specific medical needs. We firmly believe in efficiency and appropriateness of care with the highest regard for the quality of each life.

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Acne Treatment San Diego, California

Dr. Alexander Ataii, M.D.

Dr. Alexander Ataii, M.D.

Laser Clinique - Aesthetic, Surgical, Medical and Dental Spa
4765 Carmel Mountain Rd. Suite #207
San Diego, California 92130
Call 888-781-7097

Do you suffer from acne? Acne can be difficult to deal with, often affecting a persons self-esteem. Get back that clear face that you have always wanted. Dr. Alexander M. Ataii offers acne treatment at Laser Clinique in the San Diego, California area.

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Brazilian Wax San Diego, California

Dr. Alexander Ataii, M.D.

Dr. Alexander Ataii, M.D.

Laser Clinique - Aesthetic, Surgical, Medical and Dental Spa
4765 Carmel Mountain Rd. Suite #207
San Diego, California 92130
Call 888-781-7097

Do you have unsightly hair that you wish to get rid of? Are you looking for an affordable procedure? At Laser Clinique in the San Diego, California area, their medical spa offers Brazilian wax as a solution. For many this unsightly hair can damage a persons self esteem. Getting a Brazilian wax can give a woman that boost of confidence about their body, while giving a clean look.

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Get Your Teeth Whitened Manhattan, NYC

Dr. New Century Smile Dental Arts

Dr. New Century Smile Dental Arts

New Century Smile Dental Arts
250 E. 58th st
NYC, NY 10022
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Want to improve your smile? Teeth whitening with New Century Smile Dental Arts can put the smile back on your face. The cosmetic dentists there who work out of an office in Manhattan, NYC on the Upper East Side understand the dynamics of a smile and what it means to you. They use their knowledge of dentistry to give you the smile you want to enhance your overall appearance. Their years of clinical practice has given them valuable insights that they use to give your teeth the best possible care.

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Fillings Laguna Hills, CA

Dr. Payam C. Ataii, D.M.D.

Dr. Payam C. Ataii, D.M.D.

Laser Dental Center
24881 Alicia Pkwy
Laguna Hills, California 92653
Call 949-242-0773

If you want to put the structure and beauty back into your teeth and the brightness back in your smile natural color fillings could make your wishes come true. There isn't a need for you to continue dealing with unsightly and painful holes in your teeth. Dr. Payam Ataii of the Laser Dental Center in Laguna Hills, CA uses natural color fillings to restore the natural shape and use of decayed tooth cavities.

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Root Canal Laguna Hills, CA

Dr. Payam C. Ataii, D.M.D.

Dr. Payam C. Ataii, D.M.D.

Laser Dental Center
24881 Alicia Pkwy
Laguna Hills, California 92653
Call 949-242-0773

If you are in need of a root canal, the Laser Dental Center in Laguna Hills, CA can give you the help you need. No longer do you have to suffer every time you open your mouth. Laser Dental Surgery can treat the pain in your mouth without causing you any more suffering. Dr. Payam Ataii, D.M.D. of the Laser Dental Center uses pain free root canal therapy to guide people to freedom from their suffering.

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Teeth Whitening Upper East Side, Manhattan

Dr. New Century Smile Dental Arts

Dr. New Century Smile Dental Arts

New Century Smile Dental Arts
250 E. 58th st
NYC, NY 10022
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Want to rid yourself of stained teeth? Want a brighter smile to reflect your inner beauty, but are tired of over-the-counter remedies that fail to work? If so, the solution to a clean and clear smile can be found in the Dental Office of New Century Smile Dental Arts in Upper East Side, Manhattan.

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Lumineers Upper East Side, Manhattan

 New Century Smile Dental Arts

New Century Smile Dental Arts

New Century Smile Dental Arts
250 E. 58th st
NYC, NY 10022
Call (888) 798-6999

Looking for a painless alternative to having straight, natural teeth? Are you fed up with routine visits to the doctor to tighten and readjust those difficult braces? If so, the solution to your problems can be found in the Dental Office of New Century Smile Dental Arts in Upper East Side, Manhattan. He provides Lumineers, a revolutionary and painless procedure that guarantees long lasting teeth with a perfectly radiant smile.

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Mesotherapy San Diego, California

Dr. Alexander Ataii, M.D.

Dr. Alexander Ataii, M.D.

Laser Clinique - Aesthetic, Surgical, Medical and Dental Spa
4765 Carmel Mountain Rd. Suite #207
San Diego, California 92130
Call 888-781-7097

Looking for a way to get younger and smoother looking skin? It's natural for people to want to look their best each day. But, for many women diet and exercise alone aren't enough to get rid of cellulite. If you or a loved one is searching for a non-invasive way to get smoother and healthier looking skin, Laser Clinique can help. Mesotherapy have been practiced all over the world for the past 50 years because of its ability destroy those stubborn fatty cells and rejuvenate skin. By introducing natural extracts, homeopathic agents, pharmaceuticals and vitamins into the skin, mesothreapy can heal and tighten damaged or sagging skin. Don't spend another moment living self consciously because of cellulite, those in San Diego, California contact Laser Clinique today.

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Cosmetic Dentistry San Diego, California

Dr. Alexander Ataii, M.D.

Dr. Alexander Ataii, M.D.

Laser Clinique - Aesthetic, Surgical, Medical and Dental Spa
4765 Carmel Mountain Rd. Suite #207
San Diego, California 92130
Call 888-781-7097

Do you wish you had straight teeth? Are you too embarrassed to show your teeth when you smile? Many Americans suffer from tooth decay and shifting teeth, leaving an unpleasant smile. With cosmetic dentistry, emphasis is put on the overall look of teeth. Our smile is usually the first thing a person sees, having a great smile can give you the edge you need. Whether it be a job interview or date, having a great smile is extremely important. At Laser Clinique, in the San Diego, California area, they offer cosmetic dentistry that will have you looking and feeling better about yourself.

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Tooth Whitening Laguna Hills, CA

Dr. Payam C. Ataii, D.M.D.

Dr. Payam C. Ataii, D.M.D.

Laser Dental Center
24881 Alicia Pkwy
Laguna Hills, California 92653
Call 949-242-0773

If you want to be confident in how you look when speaking in public and a bright smile when you look in the mirror each morning laserbrite teeth whitening can make your wishes come true. Dr Payam Ataii, D.M.D. of the Laser Dental Center in Laguna Hills, CA can use laserbrite to whiten your teeth in just 20 minutes! Imagine being free from all of the embarrassment caused by stained teeth in the time it takes to watch your favorite TV sitcom. Using laserbrite whitening Dr. Ataii can make that happen.

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