Sedation Dentistry in Palm Harbor

Posted on June 14, 2013 by Prestige Dentistry

Tarpon Springs Sedation Dentistry Picture the following scenario: You are stretched out in a chair at your Tarpon Springs dentist office holding a remote as you try to tune into your favorite Florida radio station. A woman clips a paper bib around your neck. Someone switches on a bright overhead light and you see latex-gloved hands moving toward your open mouth. You close your eyes.

As you read this, does your heart start to race? Are your palms sweaty?

If so, you may be a good candidate for sedation dentistry. Oral sedation benefits nervous dental patients in Palm Harbor every day. Moderate sedation is used for all types of Trinity dental procedures such as root canals, dental implants, and wisdom teeth removal. If you are considering extensive restorative or cosmetic dental work, oral sedation dentistry may allow your Palm Harbor dentist to complete multiple procedures in a single visit.

Don’t let fear prevent you from getting the dental treatment you need. Schedule a visit with Prestige Dentistry to learn about conscious sedation dentistry.

Prestige Dentistry DDS

Prestige Dentistry
http://www.prestige-dentistry.com/
Changing lives one smile at a time

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Water Fluoridation In Florida Prevents Tooth Decay

Posted on June 7, 2013 by Prestige Dentistry

General Dentistry And Preventing Tooth Decay In Palm Harbor

Hello! Welcome to our Palm Harbor family dentistry blog. Today’s message from Prestige Dentistry concerns fluoride and Florida children’s dental health. We are Prestige Dentistry and we have been practicing dentistry in Palm Harbor since 1986.

When I examine a new Palm Harbor patient for the first time, I can usually tell whether the person drank fluoride-adjusted municipal water while growing up. Generally, their teeth are healthier than Trinity people who had lower fluoride levels in their tap water.

Ideally, adequate fluoride intake combined with proper oral hygiene, good nutrition, and regular dental visits keep teeth healthy and free of decay. However, fluoride also helps teeth remineralize if acids have already compromised the enamel. For decay prevention and teeth strengthening, adequate fluoride is indispensable.

If you have children and your Florida municipal water supply does not have the recommended level of fluoride, you may want to consider giving your kids a fluoride supplement. The fluoride will strengthen the primary teeth that have already erupted and also the adult teeth that are forming. Fluoride can prevent future dental problems like gum disease and decay.

The American Dental Association supports water fluoridation:

‘More than 65 years ago, on January 25, 1945, Grand Rapids, Michigan became the world’s first city to adjust the level of fluoride in its water supply. Since that time, fluoridation has dramatically improved the oral health of tens of millions of Americans. Community water fluoridation is the single most effective public health measure to prevent tooth decay.’ http://www.ada.org/fluoride.aspx

At Prestige Dentistry, we provide exceptional dental care for all members of the family including cosmetic and general dentistry. We serve the Palm Harbor, Tarpon Springs, Trinity, and Palm Harbor areas. Ask us about teeth whitening, veneers, crowns, and short-term braces.

If you are interested in children’s fluoride supplements, call Prestige Dentistry at 727-478-0488 to schedule a pediatric dental evaluation.

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Live Better With Dental Implants in Trinity

Posted on May 24, 2013 by Prestige Dentistry

Live Better With Dental Implants in Trinity Ill-fitting dentures cause more problems for Trinity denture wearers than they solve. If you live with loose dentures, you probably regard them as a necessary evil. Though they certainly look better than a toothless mouth, in practical terms they leave much to be desired because they affect two essential activities: eating and talking.

Unfortunately, many frustrated Tarpon Springs denture wearers have quit dining in restaurants or engaging in social activities because they are afraid their dentures will slip.

Implant dentistry procedures at Prestige Dentistry in Palm Harbor are allowing former Trinity denture patients to re-engage in life.

Consider the advantages of implant anchored dentures:

  • They are stable because the implant is anchored in the bone.
  • Your denture is fixed, it will not move around in your mouth.
  • They prevent bone loss that typically occurs when teeth are removed.
  • They eliminate the necessity of regular denture relines.
  • They do not irritate gums.
  • No denture adhesive is required.

Our Trinity dental implant bone clients who have replaced their traditional dentures with implant overdentures enthusiastically say that the dental implant cost was more than worth it.

Do you want to eat normally again? What is the value of maintaining your facial shape? Can you put a price on confidence?

If you want more information about dental implants, call 727-478-0488 to schedule an implant tooth consultation with Prestige Dentistry. Prestige Dentistry is located at 4140 Woodlands Pkwy, Ste A in Palm Harbor. We have been providing advanced Trinity dental care since 1986.

Changing lives one smile at a time

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Developing Good Dental Habits In Tarpon Springs

Posted on May 17, 2013 by Prestige Dentistry

Developing Good Dental Habits In Tarpon Springs With General Dentistry

Benjamin Franklin once said:

 

It is easier to prevent bad habits than to break them.

This holds true for almost everything in life, including dental care. For parents in the Palm Harbor area, teaching your children good oral hygiene techniques early in life will help them avoid the lifelong consequences.

If you wait too long to teach your child how to brush and floss, or if you don’t make sure they are doing it enough, you’re setting yourself up for a lot of work down the road.

It’s very hard to convince an older child that they should be spending two or three times longer brushing their teeth each morning and night. But, if they’ve done it for as long as they can remember, then their habits should be sufficient to avoid excessive dental decay or the need for children’s cosmetic dentistry in Palm Harbor.

I’m Dr. Prestige Dentistry, a dentist near Tarpon Springs. I know that helping children learn proper oral hygiene is an important indicator of future oral health, and I want to help Palm Harbor parents teach these habits to their children.

If you are looking for quality dental care in the Tarpon Springs, Trinity, or Palm Harbor area, give us a call here at Prestige Dentistry. We are currently accepting new patients, and we would love to help you learn how to teach kids good brushing habits or answer questions you have have about cosmetic dentistry or smile makeovers.

Our services include:

cosmetic dentistry
sedation dentistry
restorative dentistry
general dentistry
endodontics

Call today!

Dr. Prestige Dentistry
Prestige Dentistry
4140 Woodlands Pkwy, Ste A
Palm Harbor, Florida
727-478-0488
http://www.prestige-dentistry.com/learn-about-us

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Is Malocclusion Causing Your Headache?

Posted on May 10, 2013 by Prestige Dentistry

Palm Harbor TMJ Treatments and Headache Relief Are you a Palm Harbor area adult who suffers with chronic headaches? Have you tried Imitrex, diet adjustments, and chiropractic treatment? Perhaps the cause is not stress-induced tension, spine alignment or eyestrain. Maybe the culprit is right under your nose.

Bite misalignment or malocclusion is a common general dentistry problem that often goes undetected. Nature intended the front teeth to fit slightly forward from the lower teeth. With a perfect bite, the molars fit together like precision gears.

Malocclusion can cause headaches, tooth loosening, tooth fracture, and in extreme cases, difficulty chewing, speaking or breathing.

Clear braces are an effective solution for most bite problems. Braces not only move teeth, they can also correct the position and function of the TMJ, jaw joints, muscles and bones in the jaw. In cases of extreme malocclusion, jaw surgery in Palm Harbor may be necessary.

Not all Tarpon Springs and Trinity family dentists treat bite problems. At Prestige Dentistry we treat all types of malocclusion including overbite, underbite and crossbite. For an affordable Palm Harbor cosmetic dentistry consultation, call us at 727-478-0488.

Prestige Dentistry offers technologically-advanced dentistry in a friendly environment. We offer smile whitening, veneers, tooth-colored fillings and dental implants. To learn more about our dental philosophy and available procedures, see http://www.prestige-dentistry.com/our-team.

Prestige Dentistry dentists are proud members of the American Dental Association.

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Prevention-Oriented Dentistry

Posted on May 3, 2013 by Prestige Dentistry

Prevention-Oriented General Dentistry In Trinity Are you a parent of young children in the Trinity area? Do you want them to develop better oral hygiene habits than you had when you were young? Perhaps you have a beautiful smile and want to prevent tooth decay. Many Palm Harbor area people have a mouth full of fillings and don’t want to add another one to their collection.

At Prestige Dentistry, we have a prevention-oriented philosophy of dental care.

Your first step toward dental health begins with a prevention consultation with one of our skilled cosmetic and family dentists.

Trinity dental patients of all ages need to start with a general dentistry exam to determine their current status. Your dental condition is influenced by your dietary habits, previous cosmetic dentistry work, physical health, medications, lifestyle and family history. After a comprehensive analysis, our dental team can establish a decay prevention plan just for you.

A prevention plan is a multi-faceted approach designed to maintain optimum dental health. It involves affordable preventative services at Prestige Dentistry. Twice-yearly exams reveal early problems before they progress. Deep cleanings prevent a multitude of serious dental issues for our Trinity and Palm Harbor patients who faithfully keep their regular cleaning appointments.

Oral health cannot be maintained solely in our office. Daily brushing and flossing is essential. A healthy diet is necessary and will deliver benefits to your whole body – not just your teeth.

If you suspect you have a cavity or gum disease, call us at 727-478-0488 before it gets worse. We can successfully treat your current problems and restore your dental health. In addition, we will set you on the path toward a healthier future.

-Changing lives one smile at a time

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What is a Canted Midline?

Posted on April 26, 2013 by Prestige Dentistry

Tarpon Springs Cosmetic Dentistry Precision The professionals at Prestige Dentistry considers many factors when designing a smile for a Tarpon Springs smile makeover client. One of the smile design elements involved is the facial midline. The facial midline can be determined by drawing an imaginary line from the center of the eyebrows to the center of the two peaks in the top lip (Cupid’s bow).

The skilled Tarpon Springs cosmetic dentist considers the length and angle of the facial midline to properly position porcelain crowns, veneers and dental implants. When front teeth restorations do not line up with the facial midline, it is called a canted midline. This is a common mistake found in the cosmetic work of inexperienced Trinity area cosmetic dentists.

Most Palm Harbor dentistry patients do not realize the level of 3-D engineering required in cosmetic dentistry. In addition to the orientation in relation to the facial midline, there is also the angle and size of the teeth in relation to each other and in relation to the size and shape of the lips and gums.

If you are considering an extensive smile makeover, you do not want to trust your smile to an inexperienced Tarpon Springs cosmetic dentist. When you have a smile design consultation with us, feel free to ask probing questions about our experience and technical design procedures. We are confident that you will feel comfortable choosing Prestige Dentistry for your smile makeover.

Prestige Dentistry is located at 4140 Woodlands Pkwy, Ste A in Palm Harbor. We offer a full range of general and cosmetic dental procedures. Ask us about veneers, clear braces, tooth whitening and general dentistry. We look forward to meeting you. Call us today at 727-478-0488.

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Energy Drink Warning For Palm Harbor

Posted on April 19, 2013 by Prestige Dentistry

Palm Harbor General Dentistry Warning Against Energy Drinks Hello. Welcome to Prestige Dentistry.

Thanks for reading our Palm Harbor general dentistry blog. Today’s topic is energy drinks and the damage they can cause to your teeth. I am seeing more and more teens and adults with tooth enamel erosion caused by frequent consumption of sport drinks.

Most of these cosmetic dentistry patients take good care of their teeth, brush and flush, and come into Prestige Dentistry for a twice-yearly exam and deep cleaning. But guess what? If you drink energy drinks regularly, your enamel can erode even if you practice immaculate oral hygiene.

Energy drinks like Red Bull, Rock Star, and Monster are a cocktail of powerful acids and other enamel-eroding substances. Most of them contain citric acid, fruit juices, loads of sugar, and a potent chemical that gives them their bright fluorescent color.

Perhaps, like myself, you have often noticed young people walking out of Trinity convenience stores swigging 32-ounce energy drinks. I am concerned that local teens do not understand the serious dental consequences of frequent acid baths.

The following is from ABC Sports:

“Sports drinks are increasingly damaging the teeth of professional and recreational athletes, one of Australia’s top sports dentists has warned. Dr. Brett Dorney says he has witnessed a huge increase in dental erosion since the Sidney Olympics, when he was the event’s deputy director of dental services.”

Here is an excerpt from a recent CNN Story:

“Researchers at the University of Iowa’s College of Dentistry found the energy drinks and sports drinks eroded the enamel more than soda and fruit juices.”

I need to add the caveat that soda and fruit juices also contain acids that can damage teeth.

If your teeth have enamel erosion, whatever the cause, we can restore your smile with advanced cosmetic dentistry. Crowns, porcelain veneers, inlays and onlays can correct both structural and cosmetic problems.

Our phone number is 727-478-0488. If you are interested in re-designing your smile, come in for an exam and consultation. With cutting-edge cosmetic and restorative dentistry, we can repair acid-damaged teeth and dramatically increase your face value.

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Look For The Seal In Trinity

Posted on April 12, 2013 by Prestige Dentistry

ADA Seal - Like Shopping With Your Trinity Dentist

When you go to a drugstore or supermarket looking for toothpaste, mouthwash, teeth whitener, or other oral care product, make sure that it carries the seal of the American Dental Association. The seal is there to help you make the best choices you can for the products you need to keep your mouth clean and healthy.

The American Dental Association (or ADA) only places their seal on a product after it has been evaluated to be safe as well as effective. This usually means that companies have to meet standards even higher than those required by law.

Making sure to purchase products with the seal is practically like shopping with your Trinity dentist or dental hygienist right by your side!

Hi, Welcome to Prestige Dentistry. We serve the Tarpon Springs, Trinity, and Palm Harbor areas. We take pride in caring for our general dentistry patients and, like the ADA, want you to have a healthy, beautiful smile. Many of our patients wonder if a smile makeover is right for them. If you’d like to know, schedule an appointment and we’ll take a look!

We specialize in


Contact us at 727-478-0488 and a member of our modern staff can get you in to see us and answer any questions you might have about veneers, cosmetic dentistry, teeth whitening, and more.

We hope to hear from you soon!

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Creating Beautiful Tarpon Springs Smiles At Prestige Dentistry

Posted on April 5, 2013 by Prestige Dentistry

Cosmetic Dentistry - Creating Beautiful Tarpon Springs Smiles At Prestige DentistryWe are glad you found our blog! Welcome to Prestige Dentistry, a full-service dental practice in Palm Harbor. Our dentists are proud members of the American Dental Association. Our profession is dentistry, but our passion is providing superior and affordable dental care for our clients. We began serving cosmetic and general dentistry clients in the Tarpon Springs area back in 1986. Since that time, the dental profession has undergone dramatic changes which have benefited our Tarpon Springs teeth whitening and tooth restoration clients in many ways.

Our specialty is cosmetic dentistry, but we also perform many dental implants and root canals.

We know our dentistry clients have many choices for their dental care in the Tarpon Springs area and we work hard every day to surpass expectations.

We build long-term relationships with our cosmetic dentistry and orthodontic patients. We constantly educate ourselves on the latest procedures to determine what is truly innovative and what is merely a gimmick. Our clients appreciate the time we take to thoroughly analyze their total oral health. The modern staff at Prestige Dentistry enjoys keeping our practice running smoothly so we can concentrate on what we do best—serving our smile makeover clients!

-The Dentists At Prestige Dentistry

727-478-0488

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