According to MSNBC, Americans at this time spend over $1.4 billion annually on over-the-counter teeth whitening products. In addition to this, we spend increasing amounts whitening teeth at the dentist as well as the new “whitening spas”. This is an incredible amount, but is it working?
At Ponte Vedra Complete Dentistry, we are dedicated to patient education. We want you to know that there are remedies for your specific dental complaints.
What is the Hollywood Smile?You see them nearly everywhere you look; at the grocery store checkout line, billboards, commercials, and magazines. One of the classic presentations of Hollywood style is the Hollywood smile. These smiles are blinding us at nearly every turn and Americans are yearning to follow suit. According to MSNBC, Americans currently spend $1.4 billion on over-the-counter teeth whitening products. Is it too much? Will the white shown on camera look as good in real life? In reality there is a fine line between a white smile that can enhance an appearance significantly and one that has gone too far. (more…)
Emergency DentistryPonte Vedra Complete Dentistry is a family, cosmetic, and emergency dentist located in Ponte Vedra Beach. We understand that it is important to have a dental home. In addition, it is important to have a dentist that can treat you in the event of an emergency. Dental emergencies can vary significantly in the results depending on how fast and effective they are treated. Below is some information regarding dental emergencies. If you feel you are in an emergency situation, please call us at (904) 285-7711.
Everyone knows (at least we hope) that you should brush and floss regularly, visit the dentist, and try not to subside on a diet entirely consisting of candy. There has to, however, be more to it than just the simple things. After all your dentist has undergone years of education and training to provide you with great care. The following quiz merely scratches the surface but it will hopefully enlighten you to some interesting facts about your pearly whites. (more…)
If you were to visit Oral B or Phillip’s websites you would find that they under no uncertain terms state that the powered toothbrushes are more effective than manually brushing. This is not surprising. Many manufacturers of products claim to be the champions of that industry. You can find the “best” diets, Airborne claims to fight off colds, and Audiomason’s speakers are 200,000% more eco-friendly than your home speakers. We feel that it is beneficial to provide you with an analysis of the powered toothbrushes with data to back it up. (more…)
Do you have sleep apnea? Obstructive sleep apnea is a common condition characterized by brief lapses in breath during sleep. These can range from just a few in the course of an evening to so many that sleep is severely disturbed. A significant percentage of people that suffer from obstructive sleep apnea don’t even know they have the affliction. Hopefully this can shed some insight into the problem. (more…)
Are you missing teeth? Does this make it more difficult to chew or speak? Do these teeth show when you smile? Teeth are lost due to many different reasons. Trauma, decay, systemic complications, and other reasons can leave a person without one or more teeth. Your dentist cares about your existing teeth and one of the primary goals in dentistry is the retention of the healthy natural teeth. When teeth are already missing, however, whats done is done. Here we will discuss several different treatments that are available for you from your dentist. (more…)
Cosmetic dentistry is a progressive segment of dentistry. There are constantly new materials, technologies, and methods to attain the best possible results. Cosmetic dentistry refers to any sections of dentistry that are designed to make the teeth, gums, and smile of patients as aesthetically pleasing as possible. You will see many dentists market themselves as cosmetic dentists. There is no formally recognized training involved in cosmetic dentistry so dentists can freely use this term in their description. This information makes it crucial for patients to interview the prospective doctor to determine that particular doctor’s qualifications. The best way to become trained as a “cosmetic dentist” is to become a master at the different treatments involved in this section as well as the ability to properly treatment plan any situation. (more…)
Demystifying the World of Whitening ProductsThe term “whitening” is used in about every package you can pick up at the grocery store for toothpaste, mouth rinses, and gels. This term seems to be used extremely liberally. In a recent study done by MSNBC, the citizens of the US spend over 1.4 billion dollars on over the counter tooth whitening products every year. Is this money wasted or does it work? The answer is essentially, sometimes. A quick explanation of tooth staining can provide some clarity on the issue. (more…)
Do You Brush Your Teeth Correctly? Maybe Not Many adults have been brushing incorrectly for their entire lives and have no idea that they are doing it wrong. In a study it was found that proper oral hygiene training resulted in a 50% reduction in plaque scores after only 3 months of active therapy.(DeVore et al., 1990)What does this mean? Many adults are practicing improper oral hygiene methods. (more…)
