Ponte Vedra Complete Dentistry Blog

One day you’ve bitten the side of your cheek, the next you can’t feel a thing! Have you ever been amazed at how fast wounds heal in your mouth? Those cuts or scrapes from a crunchy snack or small burns from hot drinks can be painful and cause swelling, but amazingly, only a few hours later you’re on to your next meal minus the discomfort. Let’s take a scientific look with your Ponte Vedra Beach dentist at how amazing your body is and why your mouth heals so quickly.

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It’s hard to get a huge group of people to agree on any topic, but one thing that just about everyone stands in unison about is that bad breath is not attractive nor fun to face. It’s embarrassing and actually a sign of dental problems that haven’t been addressed. The best way to remove bad dental bacteria and keep your mouth fresh and clean is to care for your toothbrush properly—and use it! Here’s some helpful information from your Ponte Vedra Beach dentist that may help you keep your toothbrush in its best condition and your oral health up to par.

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One of the first things you notice about another person is their smile. A great smile can be one of your best features. Sadly, there are many patients that don’t feel confident in what their smile has to offer because of chipped teeth or the amount of damage their smile has suffered from decay or gum recessions. If you’re one of these patients, your dentist in Ponte Vedra Beach may recommend a simple cosmetic bonding procedure.

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Of course, you know that brushing your teeth is an important part of your dental routine. But did you know that you could actually be brushing your teeth too hard? Too much pressure when you’re brushing can lead to damage of your gums, which cannot be reversed without oral surgery. That’s why your Ponte Vedra Beach dentist thinks it’s important to share the signs if you’re brushing too hard, how to prevent it, and what to do if you notice those symptoms.

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The worst thing you can do when faced with a problem is to ignore it—especially when it comes to your mouth. The issue will only persist and most likely advance, never heal itself.  If one or more of your teeth have become damaged, you should visit Ponte Vedra Complete Dentistry to see your dentist in Ponte Vedra Beach. Our practice has the expertise and resources you need to get quicker dental restorations like Planmeca CAD/CAM dental crowns. Let’s explore this restorative option to see if dental crowns are the best option for you.

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When you’re looking for a dentist in Ponte Vedra Beach, you probably want one that stands out among the rest. It’s important that the dentist that will treat not only your mouth, but your family’s teeth and gums be well educated, trained, and takes pride in stays up to date with modern dentistry practices. If you’re looking for a dentist that holds these qualities to heart, you should consider making our Ponte Vedra Complete Dentistry office your trusted dental team for all oral health concerns and preventative care. Let’s look at the advanced technology our office has that makes each of our loyal patient’s dental appointments comfortable and convenient.

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People will go take leaps and bounds to stop their face and skin from aging, but do they even consider how their smile ages? Are you doing everything in your power to keep your teeth and gums looking as young as possible? Keeping a youthful smile is easy for the most part when you practice good preventive care. This means brushing your teeth and massaging your gums twice a day, flossing, and visiting your dentist in Ponte Vedra Beach routinely. Here’s some helpful information on how to keep a smile healthy through every stage of life.

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When you think of the medicine of pain relief, dentistry should be one of the fields that pop up you’re your head first. It’s always been a dentist’s mission to provide a comfortable way for patients to receive dental care, especially if their dental phobics or need extensive dental work completed.

Many times, patients skip their semiannual dental appointments out of fear. Little do they know, this bad habit puts themselves in a worse predicament than before. This cycle of fear and neglected dental care is unfortunate for patient smiles. That’s why your dentist in Ponte Vedra Beach is here to provide the dental services every patient needs—even the one’s initially afraid to visit our office. If your last dental appointment is way past due, read more on how our sedation dentistry may be able to help you.

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Have you been desiring an aesthetically enhanced smile, but you have difficulty expressing just how you picture your teeth and gums to be once it’s all completed? You’re not alone. Most patients don’t have much to pull from except a list of celebrities they would like their smile to resemble. If you’re serious about communicating about your smile goals so you can reach them realistically, it’s time to consider sitting down with your cosmetic dentist in Ponte Vedra Beach. Ponte Vedra Complete Dentistry has the cosmetic services you need to get the smile of your dreams.

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You thought it would be fun to reminisce with old friends and get one of those jumbo jawbreakers from the 90’s and unfortunately, it lived up to its name! You can’t say your dentist never warned you to stay away from candy! Now, you’re facing a dental emergency: your tooth is chipped and cracked. What do you do? Moreover, how can your emergency dentist in Ponte Vedra Beach help you restore your smile? At Ponte Vedra Complete Dentistry, we’re equipped with two expert dentists, Dr. Harth and Dr. Townsend, along with our friendly office team to handle any dental emergency—especially chipped or cracked teeth.

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