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Waarom ik aanraad om natuurlijke tanden te behouden, in tegenstelling tot het plaatsen van tandimplantaten

gentledentalabroad.com — Fri, 01 Sep 2017 13:17:43 +0000

Natuurlijke Tanden: Cadeau van de Natuur Natuurlijke tanden zijn de “hulpmiddelen” die Moeder Natuur ons heeft gegeven om ons eten te verwerken. Ze helpen ook om duidelijk te spreken. Als arts is het mijn taak om dit cadeau van de natuur zo lang mogelijk te behouden, op een minimale invasieve manier. Als dit niet meer mogelijk is of de prognose van een gecompromitteerde tand is slecht, zal ik gebruik maken van meer agressieve technieken zoals tanden eruit trekken en plaatsing van tandimplantaten. Ik vind dat tandimplantaten de ideale optie zijn om ontbrekende tanden te vervangen, omdat deze de kwaliteit van het leven van de patiënt verbeteren. Maar om tanden eruit te trekken, die nog te redden zijn met als doel deze te vervangen door tandimplantaten, is in de praktijk iets wat ik niet aan zal bevelen en dit is ook niet gebaseerd op wetenschappelijk bewijs. Als er na 10 jaar gebruik van orale implantaten wordt geëvalueerd, overschrijden deze niet de levensduur van natuurlijke tanden, zelfs niet van gecompromitteerde tanden door paradontale of endodontische reden. Holm-Pedersen P, Lang N, and Muller F. What are longevities of teeth and oral implants?J Clin Oral Implant Res. 2007;18(suppl):15–19 Tandimplantaten en natuurlijke tanden met prothetische restauraties gedragen zich op den duur hetzelfde Bij natuurlijke tanden kunnen endodontische of parodontale aandoeningen optreden. Deze worden behandeld met endodontische therapie, meestal een wortelkanaalbehandeling en parodontale behandeling, zoals tandsteen verwijderen. Wetenschappelijk onderzoek toont aan dat: Tanden met endodontische problemen, die succesvol behandeld zijn – ofwel met een wortelkanaalbehandeling of een kroon, hebben een hoog overlevingspercentage (tot 97%). Dat is te vergelijken met een enkele kroon op een implantaat. Tandheelkundige bruggen op natuurlijk tanden gedragen zich op lange termijn hetzelfde als tandheelkundige bruggen op tandimplantaten. Verscheidene onderzoeken tonen vergelijkbare langdurige overlevingspercentages van ongeveer 90%* voor bruggen, geplaatst op ofwel natuurlijke tanden of op implantaten als abutments. De sleutel tot het succes van de restauratie is het bestaan van gezonde, goed onderhouden parodontale weefsels. * Overlevingspercentage van vaste prothesen ondersteund door tanden en implantaten bleek respectievelijk 89,2% en 86,7% te zijn (Pjetursson, en anderen, 2007). Onderzoeken waarbij tanden met gereduceerde maar gezonde parodontale weefsels werden gebruikt als abutments in bruggen (Laurell et al., 1991; Lulic, et al., 2007), lieten overlevingspercentages zien tot 90% over een periode van 10 jaar. Implantaten hebben geen betere prognose dan tanden met verminderde ondersteuning van bot. De tandarts zou niet moeten adviseren om zulke tanden te trekken. Er is geen bewijs beschikbaar om een invasieve aanpak te ondersteunen bij vroegtijdige extractie van tanden, om zo het bot te behouden voor later plaatsen van implantaten. Friedman S, and Mor C. The success of endodontic therapy: healing and functionality. J Calif Dent Assoc. 2004;32:493–503 Tanden kunnen last hebben van een parodontale aandoening en implantaten van peri-implantitis of peri-implant mucositis Deze aandoeningen kunnen leiden tot verlies van de tand of implantaat als deze niet op een juiste manier behandeld worden. Parodontale behandeling gevolgd door goede orale hygiëne en regelmatige controle is absoluut noodzakelijk om een langere levensduur te verzekeren van alle tandheelkundige restauraties. Voordelen van natuurlijke tanden versus tandimplantaten Tandimplantaten voelen en gedragen zich anders in de mond, omdat zij niet de natuurlijke elasticiteit van tanden hebben. Tanden zijn omgeven en ondersteund door gespecialiseerde weefsels (parodontium) waardoor ze in het kaakbot blijven zitten. Door deze unieke structuur bewegen de tanden op elastische wijze tijdens kauwen en bijten. Tandimplantaten aan de andere kant zijn stevig op het kaakbeen bevestigd. Het behoud van natuurlijke tanden is een goedkoper alternatief. Tandheelkundige implantaatchirurgie kan twee of drie keer zoveel kosten als een wortelkanaalbehandeling, wat meestal gebruikt wordt voor behoud van de natuurlijke tand. Bovendien zijn implantaat ondersteunde protheses duurder dan andere prothetische restauraties. Mondhygiëne is een stuk eenvoudiger Het dagelijks reinigen van uw natuurlijke tanden is makkelijker en effectiever dan reinigen van een prothetische restauratie op tandimplantaten. Als het noodzakelijk is om ontbrekende tanden te vervangen of een slecht passend kunstgebit moet worden gestabiliseerd, dan geef ik de voorkeur aan tandimplantaten. Per direct verbeteren deze de tevredenheid en het zelfvertrouwen van mijn patiënt. Maar voor gecompromitteerde tanden met een goede behandelingsprognose, heeft het behoud ervan mijn grootste prioriteit. Uiteindelijk kan ik altijd in een later stadium de zieke tand vervangen voor een implantaat als dit nodig blijkt. Referenties Salehrabi, Rotstein I., Endodontic treatment outcomes in a large patient population in the USA: an epidemiological study. Journal of Endodotics 2004 Jung RE1, Zembic A, Pjetursson BE, Zwahlen M, Thoma DS. Systematic review of the survival rate and the incidence of biological, technical, and aesthetic complications of single crowns on implants reported in longitudinal studies with a mean follow-up of 5 years. Clinical oral implants research, 2012 Pjetursson BE1, Brägger U, Lang NP, Zwahlen M. Comparison of survival and complication rates of tooth-supported fixed dental prostheses (FDPs) and implant-supported FDPs and single crowns (SCs). Clinical oral implants research, 2007 Lulic M1, Brägger U, Lang NP, Zwahlen M, Salvi GE. Ante’s (1926) law revisited: a systematic review on survival rates and complications of fixed dental prostheses (FDPs) on severely reduced periodontal tissue support. Clinical oral implants research, 2007 Tomasi C, Wennström JL, Berglundh T.Longevity of teeth and implants – a systematic review. Journal of implant rehabilitation, 2008 Friedman S, and Mor C. The success of endodontic therapy: healing and functionality. J Calif Dent Assoc. 2004;32:493–503 Holm-Pedersen P, Lang N, and Muller F. What are longevities of teeth and oral implants?J Clin Oral Implant Res. 2007

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10 Redenen om te kiezen voor implantaten in het buitenland en met name in Griekenland

gentledentalabroad.com — Fri, 25 Aug 2017 14:48:25 +0000

Tandimplantaten zijn zonder enige twijfel de meest geschikte manier om ontbrekende tanden te vervangen. Implantaten combineren comfort, duurzaamheid met een natuurlijke uitstraling. Bovendien, als u kiest voor een tandheelkundige implantaatbehandeling in Griekenland, kunt u uitgaan van topklasse tandheelkundige behandeling tegen zeer lage kosten. In deze post bespreek ik het herstellen van uw tanden met behulp van implantaten en waarom specifiek in Griekenland. 1. Implantaten in het buitenland kosten 70% minder dan in Nederland of België U kunt tot 50.000 Euro besparen, als u kiest voor het plaatsen van implantaten in het buitenland en met name in Griekenland, zonder dat u daarbij inlevert op de kwaliteit of service van de behandeling. Griekse tandartsen zijn goed opgeleid in Griekenland en in het buitenland, zij spreken vloeiend Engels en werken in moderne tandheelkundige klinieken. 2. Implantaten in het buitenland helpen uw kauwfunctie te herstellen Tandimplantaten herstellen volledig de kauwfunctie. Mensen met ontbrekende tanden lijden vaak aan spijsverteringsstoornissen. Het dieet is beperkt tot zacht voedsel, terwijl het lichaam niet alle benodigde voedingsstoffen voldoende op kan nemen. Over het algemeen hebben mensen met geen of weinig tanden een slechtere gezondheid. 3. Implantaten in het buitenland verbeteren uw manier van spreken Tanden zijn absoluut noodzakelijk om duidelijk te spreken. Als uw tanden ontbreken, is uw spraak vervormd. Met tandimplantaten keert de spraakfunctie terug naar normaal. 4. Implantaten in het buitenland kunnen een of meerdere ontbrekende tanden vervangen Voor een enkele ontbrekende tand, kan een enkele kroon op een implantaat gebruikt worden. In sommige gevallen, wanneer meer dan één aangrenzende tanden ontbreken is een implantaat ondersteunde brug een betere optie. Als er geen natuurlijke tanden aanwezig zijn, kan een implantaat ondersteund gebit of brug het antwoord zijn. 5. Implantaten in het buitenland zijn comfortabeler dan een kunstgebit Tandimplantaten bewegen of verschuiven niet en hebben geen aanpassing nodig. Het enige wat soms vervangen moet worden, is de prothetische restauratie, oftewel de kronen of het kunstgebit wat op de implantaten geplaatst is. [optin-cat id=”3520″] 6. Implantaten in het buitenland houden de gezondheid van het kaakbot in stand Wanneer een tand verloren gaat, herkent het lichaam het verlies en stopt met het verzenden van vitale voedingsstoffen, zoals calcium en fosfor, naar dat gebied. Als gevolg hiervan begint het omringende kaakbeen te atrofiëren en komt de gezondheid van naastgelegen tanden in het beding. Een tandimplantaat vervangt niet alleen de kroon, maar ook de wortel van de ontbrekende tand. Daardoor blijft het lichaam de nodige voedingsstoffen naar het gebied sturen en het kaakbot slinkt niet. 7. Implantaten in het buitenland beschermen de gezondheid van overgebleven tanden Als er een tand ontbreekt, gaan de overgebleven tanden verschuiven om te proberen de lege ruimte op te vullen. Dit kan als resultaat hebben, dat plekken niet goed gereinigd kunnen worden en tandplak kan ontstaan. Daardoor is het risico op een tandvleesaandoening en tandbederf aanzienlijk verhoogd. Implantaten helpen om de tanden in de juiste positie te behouden en ze schoon en gezond te behouden. 8. Implantaten in het buitenland tonen een zeer hoog slagingspercentage De American Academy of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons meldt dat tandimplantaten een slagingspercentage van 95% hebben, gezien over een periode van 5 jaar. Over een periode van 10 jaar zakt dit naar 90%. 9. Implantaten in het buitenland zijn eenvoudig te verzorgen De verzorging van tandimplantaten is hetzelfde als bij natuurlijke tanden. Poets, flos en spoel dagelijks Laat uw gebit regelmatig – iedere 6 maanden – controleren Haal een klikgebit iedere avond uit de mond om te reinigen, net als een regulier kunstgebit. Tenslotte en niet geheel onbelangrijk; 10. Implantaten in het buitenland verbeteren uw uiterlijk en geven u meer zelfvertrouwen Tandimplantaten herstellen niet alleen ontbrekende tanden, maar herstellen ook de vorm en structuur van uw lippen en wangen. U zult er direct gezonder en jonger uitzien. [optin-cat id=”3520″]

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Am I a suitable candidate for Dental implants?

gentledentalabroad.com — Sat, 04 Mar 2017 07:41:05 +0000

Are Dental Implants right for replacing your missing teeth?Most probably yes. Most people with reasonably good health are good candidates for dental implant surgery. Our implant specialist is the best person to evaluate it. Just send us a recent dental panoramic radiograph (also called OPG x-ray) via email and we will let you know. We will also prepare a suitable treatment plan which will include your alternatives, the dental implant process and the related costs. The ideal candidate for dental implants should: Have sufficiently dense bone tissue in the jaw Be free from periodontal disease Not smoke, or be willing to give up smoking, especially during the osseointegration period Have good oral and overall health But since we do not live in an ideal world… TOGETHER, we can take care of all these points: We will use bone grafting to augment your bone and place implants of suitable size We will treat your periodontal disease ahead of placement and you will continue to receive treatment on a regular basis after placing the dental implants Sorry, but it is really up to you…Smoking is not an absolute contraindication, but a risk factor for implant failure.(Failure rate of implants is more in smokers compared to nonsmokers and is directly proportional to tobacco use.) Most people can undergo dental implant placement, even if they are not perfectly healthy. However, certain systemic and autoimmune conditions, such as uncontrolled diabetes, Lupus, Aids and osteoporosis, decrease the dental implant success rate. Keeping your mouth healthy and your dental implants firm in place is simple: Regular tooth brushing and flossing at home on a daily basis as always. And a professional check-up and cleaning every 6 months. So if you are considering dental implants, Do not hesitate: Book an appointment for and OPG x-ray with a dentist or a specialist dental radiologist in your area. (you can check at whatclinic for one) Send it to us by email and a small note about what you would like to achieve We will write back and give you our honest opinion.Together we will send you a treatment plan, where we will describe alternative treatments and their cost. It’s that simple! Dental Implants exibit an overal sucess rate of 95%. It is one of the safest and easiest medical procedures you can have. So what is holding you back?

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6 top reasons I recommend using an Electric Tooth Brush

gentledentalabroad.com — Sun, 04 Dec 2016 10:58:51 +0000

Brushing your teeth after eating is the single most important habit for healthy teeth. To keep both your teeth and gums in good condition, always brush your teeth twice a day with a soft-bristled, well maintained brush. Especially important is to brush your teeth before going to bed. This way your breath will be fresher in the morning, but also the pile of bacteria that can lead to gum disease and cavities, will not be allowed to rest in your mouth during the night. A properly used manual tooth brush cleans teeth very efficiently. However, in the real world most people are either not thorough enough or way too thorough, when brushing their teeth. They either remove the bacteria plaque only partially or gradually wear down their teeth. These two habits often motivate me to recommend using an electric toothbrush instead of a manual one. So here are the main reasons that the use of an electric toothbrush better protects your teeth. 1. Electric Toothbrushes Clean Better It is really as simple as that. Their ergonomic design and their whirring bristles are better in removing the bacterial plaque even in hard to reach areas, such as the back of the mouth and the gum line. 2.Electric Toothbrushes preserve the Tooth Enamel Indeed, being too thorough can be equally harming to your teeth as being too sloppy. Too much pressure during tooth brushing or the use of hard toothbrush gradually wears down the teeth enamel and causes gum recession. While I can easily use a white filling to protect the eroded tooth, there is not much, I can do about the gum line. This issue is easily solved with the use of an electric toothbrush. Some models even reduce power automatically if you brush too hard! In any case, the ideal dental hygiene routine combines professional tooth cleaning every six months with regular tooth brushing in a gentle manner. 3. Electric Toothbrushes make it easier to reach all areas of the mouth, even for young children or adults suffering from dexterity issues Good ergonomic design combining a large easy to grip handle with a round brush at the end of a long wedge, ensures thorough cleaning even of the most hard to reach areas in the mouth. 4.Electric Toothbrushes let you know when you should stop cleaning your teeth Actually for most people, it is the other way around. They rarely brush their teeth long enough to remove all the bacteria. So the built-in timers of electric toothbrushes come in handy. 5. Electric Toothbrushes can be fun gadgets In today’s digital world there is an app for almost everything. There are actually several tooth brushing apps for children and adults alike. Some toothbrushes are connected with their own app. These apps transform tooth brushing, to a playful digital experience for young kids. They also provide adults with data on their brushing habits and guide them towards proper use. 6. Electric Toothbrushes Cost is not prohibitive anymore Electric Toothbrushes are useful and clever gifts for young and old, men and women alike. They are affordably priced and there are always some good ones on offer. This Greek pharmacy, has currently a big variety of electric toothbrushes on offer as I am sure there are equally many in the UK. Kolibree markets a smart electric toothbrush, that comes with a great app for kids. Electric toothbrushes make it easier for most people to maintain good dental hygiene. They are an affordable, useful gadget, that will help you and your loved ones flash a bright Smile for longer. So why not give it as a Christmas present?

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10 Reasons to Choose Dental Implants in Greece

gentledentalabroad.com — Sat, 01 Oct 2016 12:14:38 +0000

Dental Implants are without doubt the most convenient way to replace missing teeth. They optimally combine comfort, durability with natural looks. Furthermore when you opt to receive dental implant treatment in Greece you can be sure to receive top class dental implants treatment at a very low cost. In this post, I discuss why to restore your teeth using dental implants and why choose Greece in particular. 1. Dental implants in Greece cost 70% less than in the UK, Ireland and Scandinavia You can save up to 50.000 Euros, when you choose to have Dental Implants in Greece, without any compromising on the quality of treatment or service. Greek dentists are well trained in Greece and abroad, they speak good English and operate state of the art dental clinics. 2. Dental implants assist you to reinstate your chewing function Dental implants restore completely your chewing ability. People with missing teeth often suffer from digestive disorders. Their diet is restricted to soft food, while their body cannot absorb all the needed nutrients adequately. In general people with no or few teeth suffer from poorer health. 3. Dental implants in Greece improve your way of speaking Teeth are absolutely essential in ensuring clear speaking. When your teeth is missing your speech is distorted. Dental implants return speech function to normal. 4. Dental implants can replace one or multiple missing teeth For a single missing tooth, a single crown implant used. In some cases, when more than one adjoined teeth are missing an implant supported bridge is a better option. When no natural teeth are present implant-supported denture or bridge might be the answer. 5. Dental implants in Greece are more comfortable than dentures Dental Implants do not move or slip and they do not require readjustment. Most of the time the only thing that needs replacing is the prosthetic restoration, ie a crowns or dentures that are fitted on top of the implants. 6. Dental implants in Greece maintain jaw-bone health When a tooth is lost, the body senses the loss and stops sending vital nutrients like calcium and phosphorus to the area. As a result, the surrounding jaw bone begins to atrophy and might threaten the health of neighboring teeth. A dental implant replaces not only the crown, but also the root of the missing tooth. Hence the body continues to send nutrients to the area and the jawbone does not shrink. 7. Dental implants in Greece protect the health of the remaining teeth When a tooth is lost, the remaining teeth will drift, as they try to fill the empty space. This might result to areas that cannot be cleaned properly and are prone to plaque build up. Your risk of gum disease and tooth decay is thus significantly increased. Implants help to maintain the teeth in their proper position and keep them clean and healthy 8. Dental implants in Greece exhibit a very high success rate The American Academy of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons reports that single dental implants have an average success rate of 95% in a 5 year horizon, In 10 years the number drops to 90%. 9. Dental implants are easy to take care off Care of Dental implants is similar to natural teeth. Brush, floss, and rinse on a daily basis Have regular- every 6 months- check-ups Remove implant-secured dentures for cleaning every night, just like non-implant dentures. Finally and most importantly 10. Dental implants in Greece improve your looks and boost your confidence Dental implants will not only restore your missing teeth but also restore the shape and structure of your lips and cheeks. You will instantly look healthier and younger. Find out if dental implants are the right treatment for you in this post.

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Top 5 Beaches in Hersonissos, a lovely coastal resort in the magnificent Greek island of Crete

gentledentalabroad.com — Sun, 25 Sep 2016 10:13:53 +0000

Saradari Beach Best beach for: Calm Turquoise-blue Sea Water, Snorkeling and Full Moon Bathing On the edge of Hersonissos to the west, lie a series of small inlets and bays separated by rocky cliffs vibrant with limpets, small crabs and other sea animals. The sea is almost always calm and the warm turquoise waters are most welcoming. The bay in the far end serves as a nudist beach. There are seabed and umbrellas for rent and a few but exquisite restaurants and bars. The area of Saradari is idyllic to watch the dark sea twinkling as the full-moon rises above Hersonissos port. Star Beach, Hersonissos Port Best beach for: Fun, Amusement & Water Sports Star Beach is more an amusement park on the seaside than a beach. Star beach is most famous for musical and themed home parties organized almost on a daily basis featuring famous DJ’s. But there is something for everyone in the 4 acres it occupies. Several water pools- including a kid’s pool- water slides, beaches, a spa center and water sports are all part of the Star Beach experience. The four bars and the three restaurants of the park offer a big choice of foods and drinks at a very reasonable cost. Entrance to the Star beach park is free. New York Beach Club, Port of Hersonissos Best beach for: Relaxing, Food and Drinks New York is a popular all-day Beach bar and restaurant that doubles as a club at night. It is situated right in the middle of the port of Hersonissos. Sea water is almost always calm and the views are great both from the beach and the restaurant. Friendly staff serves fresh drinks all day long on the beach, where you can rent sun-beds and umbrellas a daily basis. Anissaras Best beach for: Sunset, Walking, Cycling & Scuba Diving Annissaras is a big sandy beach extending for more than 3 killometers from Saradari in the outskirts of Hersonissos to Analipsi. Annisaras is home to some of the biggest hotels in the area operating on an all-inclusive basis. The rocky seabed makes it an ideal destination for scuba diving and snorkeling. A great place to enjoy an evening walk as the red sun sets into the blue sea. Potamos Beach Best beach for: Chilling out, Nature On the verge of the ancient palace of Malia lies a big beach, widely known as arhaiotites (antiquities). On the west of side is Potamos a smaller less crowded beach. Potamos is covered with white sand and small dunes, where white sand lilies grow in August and September. The beach is surrounded by a wild life reserve- home to several species of birds and wild flowers, such as the endogenous Cretan orchids. You can rent a set of 2 sun beds and umbrella for just 5 Euros per day. Refreshments, Snacks and Lunch are available from the bar-restaurant on top of the beach.

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7 tips for whiter teeth that last after professional teeth whitening

gentledentalabroad.com — Sat, 17 Sep 2016 12:21:48 +0000

Keeping your teeth white is easy. Just read through these 7 tips and I am sure you will be able to keep your teeth pearly white for a long time after teeth whitening. Follow a good dental hygiene routine Brush your teeth at least twice daily and always before going to bed. Even better, brush them after every meal using a whitening toothpaste. Flossing and using an antiseptic mouthwash on a daily basis, can also help. Have a professional teeth cleaning and polishing every 6 months Your dentist or dental Hygienist can remove many teeth stains caused by eating, drinking and smoking. Brush your teeth immediately after eating food or drinking drinks that can stain your teeth Tea, coffee, cola and sport drinks, red wine and tobacco are some of the most common teeth staining agents. Red fruit such as berries, pomegranes, beetroots, spinach, soya sauce and processed food containing artificial coloring also cause teeth staining. Eat fruit and vegetables that need a lot of chewing Crunchy food such as celery, apples, pears, carrots trigger lots of saliva and scrub the surface of your teeth as you chew. Hard cheese also has a similar effect All these crunchy foods are in effect acting like a toothbrush. Eat strawberries and citrus fruit such as oranges or grapefruit. They increase the production of saliva in your mouth and help keep your teeth clean and healthy Eat dairy products including milk and yogourt Calcium contributes to keeping teeth white, while lactic acid helps preventing tooth decay. Rinse your teeth with water and chew sugar free chewing gum. An especially useful trick when brushing your teeth is not possible. Brushing your teeth, rinsing after meals and regular dental check-ups are vital in helping you maintain white and healthy teeth. A white teeth diet can certainly help but should not become an obsession. In any case you should not worry too much. If for whatever reason your teeth keep getting discolored, you can always repeat the teeth whitening treatment after a year.

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134 music virtuosos under the moonlight of Houdetsi : Things to do in between appointments

gentledentalabroad.com — Sat, 06 Aug 2016 13:40:35 +0000

Houdetsi Festival is a free 4-day musical celebration taking place in the begining of August. The small traditional village welcomes visitors and musicians from around the globe Music is in the air as you walk up the small hilly road to the village of Houdetsi. Young and old, Greek and foreigners, parents and children, dressed up in light summer clothes following the thread of music. And Oop’s there it is! You turn right into the mystic garden of the Labyrinth. The Rampamp of Daud Khan Sadozai travels you in the foothills of the Himalayas. Spectators are lured by the strange sounds performed skillfully in the familiar garden of the old stone house under the big walnut tree. Further up the road in front of the square Ross Daly, dressed in crème talks with his fans. A music festival directed by the aclaimed irish-born Ross Daly Ross is the artistic director and “soul” of the festival. Originally from Ireland, has lived in Houdetsi since 1982 where he operates the Labyrinth music workshop. He views the festival as an opportunity to bring together artists and visitors from all over the world. He feels that their interaction with the Cretan community and the music promotes a constructive, fruitful exchange of artistic values and ideas. A trail full of local aromas, flavours and colours literary connects the five music stages of Houdetsi Festival You walk by the square, where several groups are enjoying their dinner. You then turn right into the small road leading to the exhibition. Pottery, jewellery, tapestry, home-made cosmetics and goodies and even instruments crafted by local craftsmen are for sale. A fruitful interchange of local craftsmen and craftswomen with the music fans. On the three stages that are along the road, the lyra, the saz and the laouto engage in social intercourse to the ears of the devoted listeners. Yummy street food is prepared on the spot, in Crete’s most popular music festival On the other side of the square, children are playing hide and seek, next to the main stage(spiliada), while hungry visitors are enjoying freshly cooked street-food. Souvlaki on the charcoal, french fries cooked from locally grown potatoes in olive oil, traditional loukoumades flavored with Cretan honey. But which is the greatest hit with the locals? Surprisingly enough is falafel- the “vegetarian burgers” of the Midlle East. It is the period of fastening ahead of the assumption of Mary, celebrated on the 15th of August after all. An intense musical journey in the east-west conjunction that has chararcterised Crete for the last 5000 years Back in Spiliada, the band playing Irish folk music just finished and now is the turn of Haig Yazdjian band. The music of the popular Sirian-Armenian’s mingles the music of the east mediterranean with that of the middle east. The audience is carried away, but it is the performance of Xylouris-White that comes next that attracts the most attention. Xylouris (or Psarogiorgis), comes from a well known music family of the area. The Cretan lauto player has formed an “exotic” duo with the Australian drummer Jim White of the rock band Dirty Three. Their music, full of playful intros and delicate musical motifs, is an intense journey in the east-west conjunction. That same conjunction that has chararcterised Crete for the last 5000 years. Houdetsi Music Festival is an unparallel journey of music, aromas and flair in this tiny village well hidden in a slope surrounded by vineyards. Three hours suffice to ramble from the most North-west island to one of the most south east islands of Europe and further ahead to a land down under via the hilltops of Himalayan. We visited Houdetsi festival on Thursday 4th of August 2016

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What do foreigners living in Crete think about the Greek Health Care System?

gentledentalabroad.com — Sat, 23 Jul 2016 11:23:13 +0000

Mr Franklin Neal Floyd posted the following question in the popular facebook Group “Living in Crete”: “As a retired military member that has visited Crete 3 times I would like to ask the group how have you found medical care in Crete compared with Europe and the US.” The group answered enthousastically and many shared their personal experience of receiving health treatments either as an outpatient or in a hospital. They generally agree that the quality of medicalcare is good and they have no complaints.

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