Denture Delivery Instruction and Education
Congratulations on your new set of dentures. This new prosthesis can create significant impacts in your life. You should be aware that there will be a period of adjustment to the dentures. Below is a guide to help you navigate through this period and attain the best possible results. Ponte Vedra Complete Dentistry is committed to providing the residents of Ponte Vedra and surrounding communities with oral health education. We welcome questions and new patients so do not hesitate to contact us any time.
When you think of braces, most likely you are thinking about teenagers. Most people who have had braces have had them during these years. This is a great time to have teeth altered. The permanent teeth have just come in and it is often good to get it over with so straight teeth can be maintained for years to come. The invention of Invisalign; however, has created a paradigm shift in orthodontics. Now adults of any age can obtain straight healthy looking teeth and do so easily. At Ponte Vedra Complete Dentistry, we are dedicated to educating Ponte Vedra and surrounding communities about oral health. Feel free to check out our
The Center for Disease Control stated recently that just short of 50% of American adults have some form of periodontal disease. Millions of Americans have gum disease and do not even know it. At Ponte Vedra Complete Dentistry, we attempt to educate everyone within reach about these issues with the hopes that we can help the community attain a higher level of oral health. We hope you enjoy and learn something in the process!
Did you know that Americans spend over $1.4 billion annually on over-the-counter teeth whitening products?
At Ponte Vedra Complete Dentistry, we are dedicated to educating the residents of Ponte Vedra, Jacksonville Beach, Atlantic Beach, Nocatee, and Palm Valley not only with excellent dental care but also with oral health education.
Does your child play sports? If so, you are probably aware that there is a risk for mouth injuries in sports. We hear so much about oral injuries as it relates to football, sometimes so much that it prevents us from seeing how prevalent it is in other sports. Many studies have shown the high levels of occurrence of oral injuries in basketball, skating, hockey, and gymnastics.
A dental crown is indicated in many different situations. Commonly, when a tooth has decayed it will receive a filling. When the decay has reached a crucial level, a simple restoration often will not suffice. A crown can be used in many situations and can provide support for the tooth by encasing it circumferentially.
How often do you floss? According to a survey done in 2008 less than 50% of Americans floss daily and 10% report that they never floss. Another study found that over 70% of Americans would rather go to the grocery store than floss. We would like to dig a bit deeper into the issue of flossing and answer some questions you may have. We hope you learn something and enjoy!
Halitosis is the medical term for bad breath. There are many causes of bad breath. Halitosis can create difficulties in several ways. Often halitosis can be a sign or a symptom of an underlying disease. The social implications often can be challenging as well. Many people do not even know they have chronic bad breath. We think it is important to enlighten you about some of the facts regarding halitosis.
We all have heard the term gingivitis. If you are not completely familiar with the term, gingivitis is gum disease. Whether you have gum disease or not you should understand how it appears and should understand it’s significance. Gingivitis can have enormous implications if left untreated.