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Las Vegas downtown dentist, Dr. Azimi, announces a revised new patient referral program

Tue, 14 Apr 2009 16:50:22 -0600

Dr. Azimi, Las Vegas' downtown cosmetic and general dentist, is pleased to announce an enhanced referral policy and Hawaii vacation giveaway to express thanks and reward devoted patients who send new patients to Team Azimi.

A drawing will be held in May 2010 for a two-person, four-day and three-night Hawaii vacation giveaway.

To qualify patients only need to refer 12 new adult patients (18 and older) by April 30, 2010. Each patient who does so will have his or her name entered into a drawing to be selected at random from a pool of qualified patients as the Dr. Azimi referring patient of the year!

In addition to receiving Dr. Azimi's thanks, each existing patient who refers an adult patient will continue to receive a $35 credit towards Team Azimi services and a $20 gift card of their choice for each referral.

Since Dr. Azimi is committed to downtown Las Vegas, he's upping the ante to give back even more. After all, he could spend thousands of dollars advertising, or simply reward those who help spread the Azimi love.

For every four new patients referred, in addition to the per patient referral program already outlined, existing patients will receive a $100 gift card.

In a year's time, a Dr. Azimi patient could receive $420 in Team Azimi dental services and $540 in gift cards, then be on their way with a friend to a wonderful Hawaii vacation.

As far as Dr. Azimi is concerned, referred patients are preferred patients because someone has already vouched for his practice's excellent quality of care.

Dr. Azimi would like to thank his patients and friends for their continued support.

Downtown Las Vegas dentist Dr. Azimi offers dental implant special

Thu, 29 Jan 2009 07:45:42 -0700

Dr. Azimi is known for cosmetic dentistry. That's one of the reasons why he's the team dentist for the Las Vegas Wranglers hockey team.

Hockey players, hockey moms, and even those completely removed from the sport of hockey, occasionally suffer tooth loss.

That's where dental implants can be used, to counter tooth loss and achieve a better smile.

Although there are a number of restorative options for the treatment of missing teeth, none have proven to be as functionally effective and durable as implants. In many cases, dental implants may be the only logical choice for the restoration of all necessary functionality of the teeth and supporting structures.

Through March 31, Dr. Azimi and his downtown Las Vegas dental team are offering dental implants for only $1,395 per implant. That's a savings of $577 per implant.

This special is for surgical placement only and does not apply to the replacement tooth or other procedures.

For those who suffer from tooth loss, dental implants are the closest they can come to restoring their teeth, functionality and smile.

Dr. Azimi is a consummate learner and dental instructor. He is on the clinical faculty at the Esthetic Professionals Dental Education Center in Tarzana, Calif. where he regularly provides instruction to other dentists. His experience makes him one of the most qualified cosmetic dentists in the Las Vegas Valley.

Dr. Azimi receives 2008 Best of Las Vegas Award for cosmetic dentistry in downtown Las Vegas from U.S. Local Business Association

Mon, 12 Jan 2009 14:49:19 -0700

Afshin Azimi DDS has been selected for the 2008 Best of Las Vegas Award for Cosmetic Dentistry by the U.S. Local Business Association (USLBA).

The USLBA "Best of Local Business" Award Program recognizes outstanding local businesses throughout the country. Each year, the USLBA identifies companies that they believe have achieved exceptional marketing success in their local community and business category. These are local companies that enhance the positive image of small business through service to their customers and community.

Various sources of information were gathered and analyzed to choose the winners in each category. The 2008 USLBA Award Program focused on quality, not quantity. Winners are determined based on the information gathered both internally by the USLBA and data provided by third parties.

“The 2008 Best of Las Vegas Award for Cosmetic Dentistry is an outward sign of an inward commitment to excellence,” said Dr. Azimi on behalf of his team.

About U.S. Local Business Association (USLBA)

U.S. Local Business Association (USLBA) is a Washington D.C. based organization funded by local businesses operating in towns, large and small, across America. The purpose of USLBA is to promote local business through public relations, marketing and advertising.

The USLBA was established to recognize the best of local businesses in their community. The organization works exclusively with local business owners, trade groups, professional associations, chambers of commerce and other business advertising and marketing groups. Its mission is to be an advocate for small and medium size businesses and business entrepreneurs across America.

Downtown Las Vegas dentist Dr. Azimi begins Hawaii vacation contest for patient referrals

Fri, 07 Nov 2008 16:16:07 -0700

Dr. Azimi - downtown Las Vegas' cosmetic and general dentist, and team dentist for the Las Vegas Wranglers - announces a four-day, three-night Hawaii vacation contest for existing patients who refer new patients.

Dr. Azimi patients who refer eight new patients (over the age of 17) between now and March 15, 2009 will be entered into the Team Azimi drawing for a two-person Hawaii vacation!

The Hawaii getaway includes:

Two round-trip tickets between Las Vegas and Hawaii
One room for four days/three nights at a luxury Hawaiian resort

The trip must be completed by May 31, 2009.

Dr. Azimi already provides $55 for each patient referral - a $35 credit for dental services and a $20 gift card.

Participating patients could therefore earn a total of $440 in dental services combined with gift cards, and also be qualified to enter the Hawaiian vacation drawing.

For all Dr. Azimi patients who send just a couple new adult patients each month, from now until mid-March, one lucky winner will be on their way to Hawaii before Las Vegas starts heating up.

Downtown Las Vegas dentist Dr. Azimi offers $1,000 off Invisalign treatments for remainder of 2008

Thu, 06 Nov 2008 13:55:22 -0700

The Dr. Azimi cosmetic dentistry team in downtown Las Vegas is pleased to announce the area's best value on Invisalign teeth straightening treatments.

For the remainder of 2008, Dr. Azimi will discount Invisalign treatments for anyone 18 and older by $1,000.

"Invisalign treatments consist of a series of aligners that are changed about every two weeks," explained Dr. Azimi. "Each aligner is custom made to gradually shift teeth into alignment. It's a much less intrusive approach than braces. Patients keep the virtually-invisible aligners on except on special occasions, when they eat, drink or brush their teeth, and most people don't even notice the clear aligners."

Depending on the patient's orthodontic needs, an Invisalign treatment typically takes just under a year.

Additionally, for Dr. Azimi patients who have regular dental hygiene checkups (at least every six months), they receive free bleaching for life. After the second cleaning patients are fitted for custom bleaching trays and from then on, as long as they maintain a regular check-up schedule, they receive free take-home bleaching supplies.

Dr. Azimi's free bleaching for life is an ongoing program for current and new patients.

Dr. Azimi provides general and cosmetic dentistry from a convenient and comfortable downtown Las Vegas location, in the heart of the area's legal district.

If you're ready for a smile that transforms your appearance, there has never been a better time to try Invisalign. Nothing works as effortlessly as the Invisalign system. Visit Invisalign.com for more information.

Dr. Azimi invites his existing and new patients to use Invisalign - the best way to transform your smile without interfering with your life.

Downtown Las Vegas dental makeover for accounting firm office manager Stephanie Adams now complete

Thu, 04 Sep 2008 17:15:33 -0600

In February Dr. Azimi, downtown Las Vegas' general and cosmetic dentist, offered a free dental makeover to the most deserving downtown resident or working professional as his way of giving back to the community.

After receiving dozens of applications, Dr. Azimi and his team selected Stephanie Adams as their first downtown Las Vegas dental makeover recipient.

Twenty-six year-old Adams is the office manager for Daniel C. McArthur, Ltd, a downtown Las Vegas accounting firm. She has worked at McArthur for six years and takes care of most of the firm's clerical and bookkeeping duties. In addition, Adams continues her studies at UNLV, making progress towards an accounting degree.

In her dental makeover application Adams wrote, "I believe that with a new smile it would boost my confidence and would make me want to smile more."

Now that the dental makeover is complete, Adams reports that "It was such a great experience! First, my teeth look amazing after the veneers. And second, the whole experience was terrific! The staff were really friendly and made me feel extremely comfortable. I'm so grateful to Dr. Azimi for selecting me as his first downtown Las Vegas dental makeover recipient and for giving me a new smile."

Dr. Azimi treated Adams pro bono during the summer and completed her dental makeover last month. Azimi said, "The downtown Las Vegas dental makeover is just one way I can give back to the community in which I work. Providing cosmetic dentistry services in the heart of downtown Las Vegas - near the Arts District and Federal Courthouse, the valley's legal epicenter - has proven to be a key differentiator for my practice. I am a fortunate medical professional and it was my privilege to donate my services and supplies for Stephanie Adams' dental makeover."

Dr. Azimi in downtown Las Vegas offers 20% off implant and cosmetic treatments in July

Tue, 08 Jul 2008 10:31:26 -0600

Temperatures are heating up and so are discounts from Dr. Azimi, the Wranglers hockey team dentist.

Dr. Azimi's brand of modern dentistry in downtown Las Vegas is offering patients 20% off implant and cosmetic treatments in July.

It's hot outside, but the dental savings are cool.

Dr. Azimi teaches that oral health is an indicator of overall health and well-being. There's no time like the present to take care of oral health, and with the additional savings on implants and cosmetic treatments, July just might be the perfect month to increase your health and well-being.

Dr. Azimi is the team dentist for the Las Vegas Wranglers professional hockey team. "The Good Doctor," as he is affectionately called, has practiced dentistry in downtown Las Vegas since 1997.

Downtown Las Vegas dentist Dr. Azimi offers All-on-4 procedure for patients with dentures

Wed, 30 Apr 2008 12:41:27 -0600

The Dr. Azimi dental team is focused on patient care and convenience. A relatively new implant procedure, offered by Nobel Biocare, is the All-on-4 immediate function dental restoration. The procedure provides for the quickest, most convenient treatment for some patients.

All-on-4 refers to a process by which four implants are inserted to hold a full set of new replacement teeth. After an initial consultation the procedure can be performed in just one appointment, and without bone grafts.

During the initial consultation Dr. Azimi’s team utilizes a three-dimensional CAT scan and software to plan the dental implant placement and design of the final replacement teeth. The new teeth are fabricated by Nobel Biocare and when everything has been prepared and delivered to Dr. Azimi’s office, the patient comes in for a one-time dental work appointment.

During the appointment the four implants are inserted in the patient’s mouth and the new teeth are attached. The patient leaves with new, permanent teeth.

“The All-on-4 process is particularly useful for people with dentures,” said Dr. Azimi. “The dentures can be replaced with permanent implants and fixed, non-removable replacement teeth all in one dental visit.”

Dr. Azimi’s team remains on the cutting edge of dental technology and practice. It is one of a select number of Southern Nevada dentists who offer the FDA approved All-on-4 dental procedure.

Downtown Las Vegas dental makeover awarded to accounting firm office manager

Tue, 18 Mar 2008 00:00:00 -0600

In February Dr. Azimi, downtown Las Vegas' general and cosmetic dentist, offered a dental makeover to the most worthy downtown resident or working professional.

After receiving dozens of applications, Dr. Azimi and his team have chosen Stephanie Adams as the first total dental makeover recipient of the year.

In addition, Adams continues her studies at UNLV, making progress towards an accounting degree.

Although she has dental challenges, Adams is a product of good parents who paid for some dental treatments, including braces, when she was young. She wrote in her application: "I believe that with a new smile it would boost my confidence and would make me want to smile more."

Adams says she has always been self-conscious about her smile and teeth, and that through Dr. Azimi's generous dental makeover offer she is looking forward to increased confidence and professional advancement.

Dr. Azimi will begin treating Adams later this month and pictures of her dental makeover will be available at a future date.

No need to fear, Dr. Azimi's brand of sedation dentistry is here

Mon, 17 Mar 2008 00:00:00 -0600

One of the most common excuses people use for not going to the dentist is fear. In fact, studies show that approximately 145 million Americans avoid the dentist solely due to fear.
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Dentistry has evolved over the years to accommodate those with a fear of the dentist's chair. In fact, thanks to a specific family of anti-anxiety pills, a visit to the dentist can be relaxing and even fun.
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Dr. Azimi, Las Vegas' downtown and cosmetic dentist, provides anxious patients with a type of benzodiazepine pill to help decrease anxiety by binding with receptors in the brain which tone down activity in those parts of the brain responsible for fear.
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"A small benzo pill provides the way for many people to have their dental care accomplished while they are totally relaxed and absolutely comfortable," said Dr. Azimi. "This sedation approach to dentistry is very effective and yields the same results, only without anxious patients. We like to call it anxiety-free dentistry."
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The Dr. Azimi team believes oral health is an indicator of overall health and well-being. As such, each team member is sensitive to a patient's needs, working to provide the best outcome and cause the least amount of stress.
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Many technological advances have improved the practice of dentistry. Now with sedation, or anxiety-free dentistry, Dr. Azimi is able to bridge the gap between technology and comfort for his downtown Las Vegas patients.
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Dr. Azimi is the team dentist for the Las Vegas Wranglers professional hockey team. "The Good Doctor," as he is affectionately called, has practiced dentistry in downtown Las Vegas since 1997.

A downtown Las Vegas dental makeover for the most deserving resident or working professional

Tue, 05 Feb 2008 00:00:00 -0700

If you're like most Americans, you think extreme smile makeovers are for celebrities and the lucky few.

Well...Dr. Azimi, Las Vegas' downtown general and cosmetic dentist, has reserved the dental chair for one lucky person for a total dental makeover.

For the first time, Dr. Azimi has agreed to donate a smile makeover to a worthy candidate.

"We're looking for someone who lives or works in downtown Las Vegas, is a real asset to their employer or community, and would like to have a brand new smile," said Dr. Azimi. "What we're looking for is someone who is outstanding in every way and may have a few crooked teeth they'd like fixed."

Dr. Azimi has achieved excellence through education. He's a skilled esthetic dentist who supports his patients in receiving the latest and greatest technology and honed techniques to obtain their perfect smile.

Dr. Azimi's experience in teaching his craft as a faculty member of the Esthetic Professionals Dental Education Center allows him to support other dentists as well as ensuring his own mastery.

The selected candidate will be treated by the same dentist, Dr. Azimi, who takes care of the Las Vegas Wranglers professional hockey players.

Applications for the downtown dental makeover will be accepted through the month of February. Applicants should submit a one-page letter to the Dr. Azimi team explaining their commitment to their downtown Las Vegas employer or philanthropic cause and why they would like the dental makeover. A second one-page letter, from a colleague, employer or friend, may also be submitted outlining why the applicant should be the recipient of the dental makeover.

Applications must include the applicant's full name, contact information including mailing address, phone and e-mail, and may be submitted by fax or e-mail. Fax: 759-3495. E-mail: contact@drazimi.com.

Applicants can check Dr. Azimi's online newsroom at news.drazimi.com on March 7 for an announcement of the selected total smile makeover candidate. The candidate will be contacted by telephone during the first week of March.

Please, no phone calls regarding the total dental makeover offer. Any questions should be directed to contact@drazimi.com.

The Dr. Azimi team reserves the right to select the best candidate, or no candidate, based on applications received and dental work to be performed.

Cosmetic dentistry: a new smile in Las Vegas for New Year�s

Mon, 28 Jan 2008 00:00:00 -0700

The start of a New Year is always full of new possibilities -- weight loss, quitting smoking, exercise and better eating often top the list.

How about a New Year's resolution that will put a new smile on your face, literally?

Paying attention to how and what you eat, proper brushing and taking advantage of cosmetic dental services are all ways to give yourself a brighter, whiter and happier smile.

A healthy attractive smile can do as much for your sense of self-esteem as any resolution. The best part is that you don't have to do it by yourself. The Dr. Azimi team can show you how to eat and brush better by choosing healthy foods and using fluoride and soft toothbrush bristles.

Dr. Azimi can also introduce you to some of the cosmetic dental services that can whiten dull teeth, fix gaps, chips and crooked teeth, and give you the smile you've always dreamed of.

Resolving to improve your teeth is a lot easier than many resolutions, and the benefits will give you reason to smile and feel good for years to come.

Las Vegas' downtown dentist, Dr. Azimi, completes surgical implant training at California Implant Institute

Thu, 17 Jan 2008 00:00:00 -0700

A consummate learner and dental instructor, Dr. Azimi�has completed the surgical implant series program at California Implant Institute.

The training program provides continuing education credits for practicing dentists and helps them further develop their dental implant skills.

The course provided Dr. Azimi step-by-step protocols on all implant procedures and hands-on experience with advanced implant technologies. As part of the course Dr. Azimi performed implant procedures on cadavers.

Here's what the California Implant Institute says about its programs:

After more than 20 years, 80% of the implant cases are restored by only 20% of general dentists. California Implant Institute's commitment is to make all aspects of implant dentistry easier and more profitable for general dentists.

These module programs are designed to provide dentists with practical information that is immediately useful to them, their staff and their patients. Each program focuses on specific modalities and offers clinical solutions to successfully incorporate implant dentistry into the general dentist's practice.

By completing the surgical implant training program at California Implant Institute Dr. Azimi continues to set himself apart from other cosmetic and general dentists in Las Vegas.

Billed as the most comprehensive dental implant training available, California Implant Institute awarded Dr. Azimi his certificate of completion and continuing education credits at the conclusion of the December 2007 course.

Dr. Azimi offers discounts on Zoom! and implants

Wed, 02 Jan 2008 00:00:00 -0700

As we begin 2008 Dr. Azimi would like to say thank you to his valued patients who made 2007 such a great year for Team Azimi.

With a New Year comes renewed commitment to a healthy lifestyle. And that includes oral health.

For a limited time Dr. Azimi is offering a $200 discount on Zoom! teeth whitening. For only $350 patients can whiten their teeth by several shades.

Also, to welcome in the New Year Dr. Azimi is discounting surgical implant procedures by 30%.

Contact Dr. Azimi's office today at 1.800.SMILING to start working on your new smile in the New Year.

Dr. Azimi is downtown Las Vegas's general and cosmetic dentist. He is a member of the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry, instructor at the Esthetic Professionals Dental Education Center, Tarzana, Calif. and belongs to the American Dental Association, Nevada Dental Association and Southern Nevada Dental Association. Dr. Azimi is the team dentist for the Las Vegas Wranglers professional hockey team.

Dr. Azimi, downtown Las Vegas' general and cosmetic dentist, offers easy test for diagnosis of gum disease, hereditary risks

Wed, 02 May 2007 00:00:00 -0600

LAS VEGAS — A new test is available that allows dentists and patients to combat gum disease. The test is called DNA-PCR and is administered at Dr. Azimi’s downtown Las Vegas dental office.

There are two parts to DNA-PCR testing. The first, Micro Ident, costs around $150 and identifies oral pathogens for the accurate diagnosis of periodontitis, or gum disease. The second, PST, is administered for about $130 and evaluates the person’s susceptibility to gum disease.

“Using DNA technology, the DNA-PCR test allows us to specifically identify oral bacteria that cause infections much earlier and treat them before they cause severe damage to a person’s health,” said Dr. Azimi, DDS, the first general and cosmetic dentist in Nevada certified to administer the DNA-PCR exam.

“To administer the test, we gather saliva samples from the patient’s mouth using cotton-tipped swabs,” Dr. Azimi continued. “The samples are then shipped to a laboratory for analysis. The lab sends us a detailed report identifying the oral bacteria present, allowing us to quickly and precisely diagnose and treat periodontal disease.”

In the past, periodontal disease was treated by clinical signs and symptoms. Now DNA-PCR uses molecular biology technology derived from the Human Genome Project to provide a concrete method of identifying the disease, allowing dentists to prescribe an accurate treatment. The Human Genome Project, begun formally in 1990, was coordinated by the federal Department of Energy with the chief goal of identifying all of the approximately 25,000 genes in human DNA.

There are more than 600 different types of bacteria present in the human mouth. Scientists at the Forsyth Institute in Boston have identified 13 strains of pathogenic bacteria which are the most common chronic infection in the U.S. population. These strains cause gum disease and can also contribute to heart disease, stroke, preterm birth, pregnancy complications, worsening of diabetes and certain forms of cancer. Early treatment of periodontitis may help prevent these other health problems.

Gum disease, which affects 90 percent of Americans during their lifetime, is contagious and should be taken seriously. If one family member is diagnosed with periodontitis, other family members should be tested and receive treatment if necessary.

An oral health study — the largest government examination of the nation’s dental health in more than 25 years — by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention on April 30 noted that the percentage of adults who said they’d seen a dentist in the previous year dropped to 60 percent, from 66 percent.

“Knowing that good oral health is an indicator of overall health, and may in fact help prevent systemic disease, should be motivation enough for everyone to regularly visit a dentist,” Dr Azimi said. A systemic disease is a disorder that affects the entire body.

“Some insurance plans will cover the DNA-PCR test,” said Dr. Azimi. “But even without insurance reimbursement, the peace of mind that comes as a result of the exam is worth it.”