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25 · Thursday, April 19, 2012 OAKVILLE BEAVER · www.insideHALTON.com With their family-like atmosphere, Dr. Raymond Liu and his staff are proud to provide their patients with superior dental care in a comfortable environment. With a dedicated team at North Oak Dental Office and the newly renovated and re-opened Monastery Dental, Dr. Liu understands the needs of the Oakville community and the importance of connecting with his patients. Dr. Liu aims to provide his patients with a personalized dental experience, one where they feel at ease and are able to discuss their oral health without hesitation. You will always be treated with respect and never rushed through an appointment. "Our goal is to build open and trusting relationships and get to know our patients so they can talk to us about their concerns," says Dr. Liu. "It helps us to create an environment where they can feel comfortable and get access to the best dental care using modern technology." Some of the modern technologies that Dr. Liu employs in his dental offices include intra-oral cameras (or teeth cameras) that allow patients to Looking for a great new smile? Come see how we can help! see what he sees, such as excessive wear and fracturing. "When a patient can see the damage, it becomes clear that it's happening," Dr. Liu says. "People trust their dentist to do what's right for their oral health but this technology allows the patient to understand what's going on." In addition to the intra-oral cameras, Dr. Liu also uses digital x-rays, which lessen the exposure to radiation, and dental implants, which allow for the replacement of teeth, resulting in the feel and function of a natural tooth. While Dr. Liu's offices are equipped with the technologies to fix a variety of dental problems, his approach to dental care is, first and foremost, preventative in nature. "My focus is on prevention. I'd rather make the necessary repairs before there's a breakdown," he says. "There are sealants and enamel repairs that don't require needles or major surgery. Being proactive with my patients allows me to address the issues while they are still minimal." Dr. Liu is an exclusive provider of Under Armour Performance Mouthwear, a line of mouthpieces engineered to increase strength and endurance and Advertorial Dr. Raymond Liu at the newly renovated, Monastery Dental reduce tension and impact in athletes' mouths while they train and compete. Under Armour Performance Mouthwear is designed for activities of all intensities, from full-contact football, hockey, rugby and boxing to non-contact golf, running, swimming and tennis. Dr. Liu and his staff are also fully capable of helping their patients relieve jaw joint or TMJrelated pain. "A lot of the time, chronic headaches and jaw joint pain are related to bite problems," says Dr. Liu. "With proper diagnosis and the right treatment, we can make the necessary bite corrections to help alleviate chronic headaches and migraines." Regardless of what your need or concern is, Dr. Liu and his reliable staff strive to help their patients relax and get the dental care they are looking for. Both offices offer a variety of basic services including cleanings, fillings, and extractions. Advance services such as Invisalign braces, porcelain veneers, crowns, bridges, root canal therapy, soft tissue laser gum treatment are also provided. Oral sedatives and nitrous gas sedation area available for patients with dental anxieties to help them get the care they need. With appointments available as early as 7:30 a.m. and as late as 7 p.m. and monthly Saturday appointments, both offices have flexible hours to accommodate the busy schedules of families today. For more information about Dr. Liu's dental offices, including hours, services and locations, visit www.OakvilleDentist.com. To make an appointment, call 905-815-0775 for North Oak Dental Office or 905-827-4991 for Monastery Dental. Run, Walk and Pledge in Support of Oakville Hospital Donations make a difference. This year, donations to the Classic will have an even bigger impact on the healthcare of our community. Pledges of $50 ­ $99 will be matched by 50% thanks to the Amarna Edge and donations of $100 or more will be matched dollar for dollar. Register, pledge and win prizes today! oakvilleclassic.com All proceeds will be used to purchase vital medical equipment for the Oakville Hospital