Want to raise your Dental IQ and improve your oral health? Prestige Dentistry can help! One simple lesson involves bacteria, and everyone’s mouth has a lot of it. But, don’t worry, bacteria per se isn’t the problem. It’s the balance of bacteria that’s important. This is where brushing and flossing come into play. Brush and […]
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Your Dentist Does a Lot More Than Fill Cavities
Most people know that they can go to their dentist for toothaches, cleanings, and bleeding gums (not to mention cosmetic dentistry procedures such as a smile makeover), but there are some lesser-known oral concerns that your dentist can help you with. Dry mouth treatment Dry mouth, technically called xerostomia, is caused by a lack of […]
7 Ways To Fix A Chipped Tooth
In a perfect world, each of your cherished teeth would stay healthy, strong, and brilliantly white throughout your life. The truth is, however, that most Florida men and women will need to restore a tooth at some point. A tooth can be compromised by decay, enamel erosion, a chip or crack, gum disease, or injury. […]
Super Smiles Have Strong Enamel
Did you know that enamel is the hardest substance in the body? It’s true! This substance, found on the outer surface of your teeth, truly should last a lifetime. But just because it’s super heavy-duty doesn’t mean you don’t have to work to take care of it. Here are some helpful tips for keeping enamel […]
How Dental Assistants Ensure Quality Dental Care
At Prestige Dentistry, each dental professional on our team helps us operate smoothly and provide a high standard of care. Today’s message focuses on the role of a dental assistant. Dental Assistants Play An Important Role at Our Practice You most likely think of the dental assistant as: “the one who suctions my mouth while […]
Denture Wearers Can Preserve Their Jaw Bone and Facial Shape
Categories: Dental Health, Restorative Dentistry
More than 36 million Americans don’t have any teeth. And 120 million are missing at least one tooth. (American College of Prosthodontists) 90% of men and women without teeth wear dentures. Are you one of them? Dentures aren’t the ideal tooth replacement If so, how are your dentures working for you? Do they slip around […]
Want A Reason To Smile All The Time?
Don’t like your teeth? We invite you to consider a smile makeover. 1. Look and feel younger. 2. Improve your oral health. 3. Increase your confidence. 4. Smile all the time! Hello, I am Dr. Horwitz. Welcome to my dental blog. I serve my patients at Prestige Dentistry which is located at 1641 Davenport Dr. […]
Discover Why Patients Trust Their Smile To Prestige Dentistry
Categories: Dental Health, General Dentistry
Hi, I’m Dr. Jason Horwitz. Practicing dentistry at Prestige Dentistry is enjoyable and rewarding. I appreciate the relationships I have formed with my valued patients who trust me to care for their teeth. If you are one of my patients, let me thank you personally for allowing me to serve your dental needs. I know […]
Who Do You Call If You Have a Dental Emergency?
Categories: Emergency Dentistry
A dental emergency is any situation in which damage to the teeth occurs and the patient needs urgent care. While a dental emergency may have never happened to you, it could happen in the future. Some things are too serious to wait for an appointment. How do you know if you need to call for […]
Signs Of Oral Cancer: What Not To Ignore
Today’s article focuses on a very serious matter—oral (oropharyngeal) cancers. The medical community categorizes oral cancers as a subset of head and neck cancers. Oral cancers can develop in the following locations: The tongue The roof of the mouth and under the tongue The inside of the cheeks The oropharynx (the part behind the soft […]
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