For those of you in the St. Petersburg area who feel pain when you sip your morning coffee or who cringe each time you brush or floss, Prestige Dentistry is here for you. The first line of defense against tooth sensitivity is proper oral hygiene. Incorrect brushing and over-brushing can result in receding gums, which […]
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Raise Your Dental IQ
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Flossing For Health And Happiness
Most Trinity men and women know that flossing is an important part of oral health. The value of this simple yet vital exercise in oral hygiene has been shown time and time again. Flossing offers a chance to remove bits and pieces that a toothbrush will undoubtedly miss. Being afraid of the ‘cavity bugs,’ ‘mouth […]
The Key to Successful Social Engagement in Florida is Good Dental Hygiene
Social interaction plays a vital role in personal and professional relationships. It’s crucial to put your best foot forward when it comes to social engagement. While many factors contribute to making a positive impression, one aspect that often gets overlooked is dental hygiene. You can dress for success, make yourself up with the best of […]
Go Back In Time
So you’ve lost some teeth and now are hesitant to smile because of the gaps. If only you could go back in time and reclaim that full-toothed smile you once had. Guess what? With dental implants, you can! For most patients, a tooth implant is the ideal replacement for both the root and crown of […]
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