Roman Shlafer DDS. - Farmington Hills, Livonia, and Detroit Cosmetic Dentist

Is Chewing Gum Good Or Bad For Your For Your Teeth?

You may have heard that chewing gum is bad for your teeth and that chewing gum is good for your teeth. So what is the answer? Chewing gum can be good and bad for your teeth depending on what type of gum you chew. Chewing gum can be classified into 3 different types based on how [...]

What Is A Dental Implant?

Dental implants are reliable and long-lasting replacements for missing teeth. A dental implant consists of three parts. First there is the surgical implant that becomes your new tooth root, taking the place of the root of the missing tooth. Usually there is a healing period of 4-6 months during which the bone grows tightly around the [...]

Spinach Quiche

Spinach Quiche Recipe WebMD Recipe from the WebMD Weight Loss Clinic This recipe uses the prepared pie crusts found in the freezer section of your supermarket. You can find some alternative brands with more fiber and less saturated fat at stores like Whole Foods. Since prepared pie crusts are usually high in fat, we’re keeping the [...]

Sleep Dentistry

Sleep Dentistry, or Sedation Dentistry is a valuable tool for patients who are delaying dental care due to anxiety that keeps them away from the office. Dr.Shlafer has received extensive training to safely provide this service to our patients. What is Sedation Dentistry? Sedation dentistry is all about our patients comfort. When you are ready to proceed with [...]

Ask The Doctor

Q: When does a tooth need a crown? A: A dental crown is needed when a tooth is badly broken down, or has a large old filling that is failing, a root canal has been done on the tooth, or there is significant decay present. A filling can restore a tooth if the area is small—a [...]

Worn Teeth

When the enamel of a tooth is worn away, the tooth often becomes sensitive and is more susceptible to decay. Advanced cases may require a crown to save the tooth. Tooth enamel may be worn away in several areas. One or more of these factors can cause premature wear: Attrition Attrition is the gradual loss of enamel [...]

Denture Problems

Dentures rest on a ridge of bone and gum of the tissue. Over time, that ridge will shrink causing the dentures to no longer fit properly. If there are tooth roots that have been retained to hold the denture (overdenture), or if implants have been placed to retain the denture (implant-retained denture), or if it is [...]

Chicken Barley Soup

Prep: 15min Cook: 1hr 0min Total: 1hr 15min Serves 6 Chicken Barley Soup 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth 2 cups water 1/2 cup pearled barley 12 ounces boneless, skinless chicken breast halves 1 can (141/2 ounces) no-saltadded stewed tomatoes 1 large leek (white and tender portion of green), halved lengthwise, rinsed well, and cut into 1/2″ slices 1 large onion, chopped 2 large [...]

Ask The Doctor

Q: My teeth are sensitive, what’s causing it? A: Teeth can be sensitive for many reasons: PRESSURE——sensitivity to chewing pressure can be caused by, clenching/grinding/decay/abscess/or a cracked tooth. SWEETS———-sensitivity to sweet foods is usually caused by decay. HOT/COLD———–sensitivity to temperature usually indicates, decay/abscess/worn teeth/ or receding gums. It is not unusual for a recent dental restoration to be sensitive [...]

Helathy Chicken Casserole

If you love Paula Dean, you will love this healthy remake of one of her most popular recipes. Light & Easy Chicken & Rice Casserole Photo: Elaine Magee Ingredients: 10 3/4-ounce can condensed cream of chicken or celery soup 1/2 cup light mayonnaise 1/2 cup fat free sour cream 3 cups frozen green beans 3 cups diced, cooked chicken breast, without skin 1 medium [...]