Dear Friends,
Happy Thanksgiving from Dr. Rai and the staff of Santa Barbara Dental Spa! We would like to take this time to wish you all a safe and happy holiday weekend. We are grateful to our patients for giving us the opportunity to provide Santa Barbara with a unique and relaxing approach to dentistry.
As you celebrate Thanksgiving with family and friends it can be easy to get caught up in the festivities. In all the excitement, this too often can mean that oral hygiene gets forgotten, this can add up to big damage for your teeth! Here are a few dental maintenance tips to keep in mind over the holidays.
Thanksgiving Dental Tips and Tricks
- Timing: Save your sweets for the end of the meal. As dinner progresses you begin to produce more saliva. The presence of this excess saliva protects your teeth from bacteria, neutralizes acids and washes away debris.
- Limit treats: There is no need to have it all….assess the available treats and only pick what you really want.
- Drink plenty of water: Not only does water flush away particles that may get caught in your teeth, it also keeps you hydrated so you can produce more protective saliva.
- Remember your oral hygiene: Be sure to brush and floss; if you have to, set a schedule or a reminder in your calendar. It can be easy to forget in the fray of celebrating so be sure to set aside the time
- Be careful with the crunch: Be cautious with hard candies and nuts; suck don’t crunch and be sure to use nutcrackers never your teeth!
- Limit chewy and sticky treats: Chewy and sticky foods cause damage to enamel and gums. They can adhere to teeth and harbor bacteria. If they are very chewy they can stick and pull out tooth entirely
- Have a kit ready: Holiday travel can interfere with oral hygiene. We are often travelling or staying with friends and family or at a hotel. Pack a travel kit with toothpaste, floss, water and gum for when you are on the run
- Limit alcohol: Alcohol consumption causes dehydration inhibiting crucial saliva production. It can also be highly acidic which leads to enamel erosion. Many alcoholic beverages, particularly red wine, can result in unsightly stains on your teeth as well. Be sure to use a straw and alternate with water. Also, heading to bed after a few too many increases the likelihood that you will skip your bedtime tooth care routine.
- Wait to brush: Don’t rush to brush as soon as your meal is done. Traditional Thanksgiving meals are rife with highly acidic foods that can soften tooth enamel. Your tooth enamel needs time to recuperate from the damaging effect of all that cranberry sauce and wine before you attempt to brush.
- Schedule a post holiday appointment with Santa Barbara Dental Spa: When the guests have gone and celebrating is over, the next step is to clean up the holiday mess. Be sure to include your oral health on your to-do list! Visit us for a spa experience while having your teeth cleaned and whitened.
Q: What is your Referral Rewards Program?
A: Our Referral Rewards Program is our way of showing you our appreciation for recommending us to your friends, family and co-workers. Once they have completed their initial visit, you both get a big thank you from Santa Barbara Dental Spa!
Q: Do you offer alternatives to patients without insurance?
A: Our Dental Spa Membership is the perfect alternative for those patients that do not have dental coverage. The annual membership fee provides you with affordable, reduced fee dental services.
Q: My insurance is expiring soon, can I still make an appointment?
A: The end of the year is approaching fast, and with most insurance companies this means that any unclaimed benefits will go to waste. Use it or lose it! Contact us today to set up an appointment or to address any questions you may have.
ArtSEE: November 22-30 in the Faulkner Gallery at the Santa Barbara Central Library. ArtSEE is a fundraiser art exhibit and sale to benefit SEE International, a non-profit organization where volunteer eye surgeons work to restore sight to disadvantaged blind individuals worldwide. The exhibition features original and affordable works by Abstract Art Collective members, plus additional artwork juried and curated by Dug Uyesaka.
Thanksgiving Day Pumpkin Smash: November 26, 10am-3:30pm at the Santa Barbara Zoo. Get out of the house and come to the Zoo for a smashin’ good time!
Coming in December – 30th Annual Santa Barbara Parade of Lights: “A Red, White & Blue Holiday” in tribute to our local veterans. The event starts with fun for the entire family at Santa’s Village on the City Pier in Santa Barbara Harbor. The annual boat parade begins at 5:30 p.m. with about 25 boats motoring, sailing, and paddling the Santa Barbara Coastline. The event culminates with a 5-7 minute fireworks display at approximately 7 p.m.
Family Time @ the JCC: Friday, November 27, 10:30am at the Bronfman Family Jewish Community Center. Join us for story time, arts and crafts, music, or dance. Share challah with your friends. Different family-friendly activities each week! All ages welcome. Free!
35th Annual Holiday Faire: Saturday, November 28, 10am-3pm at Carpinteria Valley Museum of History. Fine handicrafts from 85 artisans are showcased – from paintings, photography, ceramics, and fine jewelry to stained glass, woodworking, garden art, Christmas décor and children’s gifts can be found at this truly unique hand-crafted gift-shopping opportunity. Visitors will also enjoy hot foods, baked goods, live bluegrass and folk music, face-painting and photos with Santa Claus! Admission is free.
Sammy’s wine tours are the perfect choice for a great wine tasting trip this Thanksgiving. Santa Barbara and Santa Ynez are home to some of the best wineries in California.
Blush Thanksgiving Dinner Downtown: This year why not try something different and have a Blush Thanksgiving? Blush is a cozy restaurant and lounge that will be open on Thanksgiving from noon until 10:00 p.m. You and your guests can sit back and relax while their chefs do all the cooking.
Max’s Restaurant: Treat your Thanksgiving guests to the best breakfast in town! For over 30 years, Max’s Restaurant, located at 3514 State Street, Santa Barbara, in the Upper State St. area, has earned a reputation for the best breakfast in town.
Did you know we have a new Dental Spa Membership?
- Spa Membership offers significant savings for dental services as compared to most dental insurance plans.
- You only pay for services received, unlike traditional insurance or prepaid dental plans that require monthly payments without ever receiving care
- There are no employment, wage, age or pre-existing condition restrictions
- Enrollment is ALWAYS open
- No waiting period once you are enrolled. You can start using benefits today
- Routine preventative dental care such as exams, x-rays and two dental cleanings are included in the annual premium.
- Should you change employment status, your dental benefits will continue
- Cosmetic procedures are included
- No claim forms to file or waiting for reimbursement
- No deductibles or maximums
The philosophy at the Santa Barbara Spa. Dr. Rai puts your needs for comfort, great oral care, and an anxiety-free experience first. When you visit this cosmetic dentist office, you won’t be faced with a cold and clinical environment. In fact, it’ll feel a lot like visiting a spa. Many people are nervous about visiting the dentist, so we want to make it as relaxing and comfortable as possible. Whether you have dental anxiety or just want a great experience, we encourage you to make an appointment. We offer services from basic teeth cleanings to full mouth restoration services.
Holiday Specials
Look your best: Make sure your smile looks as great as you do with our teeth whitening service. We use the New Advanced Zoom Whitening machine for the best and quickest results in helping you have bright white teeth. Book an appointment with Dr. Rai to take advantage of our one day only ZOOM WHITENING SPECIAL for $379 instead of the regular $650!
Straighten Out: Invisalign is the clear way to straighten teeth, without braces, by using aligners. Aligners are removable and virtually invisible which means you can straighten your teeth without anyone knowing, and you can still eat and drink what you want. As of April 2008, more than 730,000 patients have completed or are currently in treatment. Book an appointment with Dr. Rai to take advantage of our one day only INVISALIGN SPECIAL for $4,500 instead of $6,500!
Dr. B.K. Rai DDS + Everyone at Santa Barbara Dental Spa
About Santa Barbara Dental Spa: Located at 2017 Chapala Street A, Dr. B.K. Rai and the entire staff at the Santa Barbara Dental Spa are committed to providing patients with the best oral health care and beautiful smiles. Dr. Rai routinely utilizes the latest high-tech dental technology in a soothing, spa atmosphere to treat patients with bite problems and provide mouth reconstruction including dental crowns, bridge work and cosmetic implants. Visit the website and Facebook page or call 805-560-9999 for more information or to schedule a free
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