Dr. Ressler wants to know: What are your plans for Memorial Day weekend?

Memorial Day Weekend, a time when Americans everywhere stop and pay tribute to those men and women who have died in the service of our country.

Memorial Day also marks the unofficial start of summer 2010, and for many folks in Miami, getting out of town for three days after being cooped up in the office or in the classroom is sweet relief. After all, it’s a season of vacations, adventures and great memories. Whether you are headed to a barbecue, a camping trip, hitting Florida's open roads or hanging out in your backyard this weekend, our team wants to know all about it!

Our entire team would like to wish you a nice, safe, relaxing and memorable Memorial Day weekend!

Talkin' dairy with Ressler, Hirschl and Lelchuk DDS

Drs. Lelchuk, Ressler and Hirschl want to know: is dairy a major part of your diet? If not, it should be! A 2008 study found that regular consumption of dairy products, such as milk, cheese and yogurt, can lower your chances of contracting periodontal disease (also known as gum disease).

Gum disease is typically caused by a bacterial infection in the mouth that affects the gums and jaw, and results in a loss of teeth and bone. It has been connected in studies to certain cases of heart disease, stroke, diabetes, respiratory disease and, as you probably imagined, osteoporosis.

Results of the study show that adults who consume at least 55 grams of lactic acid a day are less at risk for gum disease. Eating dairy is not just healthy for building strong bones, but is essential for maintaining a strong, healthy mouth. Next time you reach for a quick snack, choose some cheese, or a glass of milk, and remember with each bite, and every sip you are preserving your teeth for a lifetime of smiles and good oral health!

For more information about keeping your teeth healthy, give us a call at 786-220-0246. Enjoy your weekend everyone!!

Professional whitening trays at Ressler Hirschl and Lelchuk

Have you been considering teeth whitening, but feel overwhelmed by the different options available to you? We wanted to inform you about all the best options for teeth whitening.

You've seen the toothpastes and mouthwashes aimed at giving you a whiter smile. These in-home products can help reduce stains from coffee, tobacco, tea, wine and other heavily pigmented foods, but they will not dramatically change the color of the teeth.

We're sure you have also seen the over the counter whitening strip kits. While these can work well for young adults and teens, their effect for adults is often not as effective. These strips only treat the front six or eight teeth, and cannot whiten your entire smile.

So what is the answer? One of the methods Drs. Ressler, Hirschl and Lelchuk offer is professional custom whitening trays. These are an easy way to whiten all of your teeth and allow you more control of the whitening process. Once we create your trays in the office, the whitening kit can be used in-home, and comes with custom whitening gel in various strengths depending on the sensitivity of your teeth.

These trays are comfortable to wear, and the application time is only about 15 to 30 minutes. If you have been considering a teeth whitening solution, give us a call at 786-220-0246 today!

Letterman discusses dentists - Ressler Hirschl and Lelchuk DDS

Our staff at Ressler Hirschl and Lelchuk DDS recently came across a really funny clip of funnyman David Letterman talking about his experience with a dentist. In the video, he jokes about his frustration with his dentist and the hole in his mouth "the size of an above-ground pool." We loved this clip, and think you will as well - Letterman at his finest!

Have you been seen by Drs. Lelchuk, Hirschl or Ressler in the past six months? If not, please give us a call!