In our blog this week, we would like to dive into the topic of dental implants and talk about the various ways that they can be used to replace missing teeth. According to the American Dental Association, some of the largest technological advances in dentistry in the past 40 years have been related to dental implants. Many patients complain about the difficulties that they encounter when adapting to life with removable appliances, including complete dentures and partial dentures. We are here today to talk about some of the different ways that dental implants can be used to improve both dental health and overall quality of life. (more…)
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A Fixed Replacement for Missing Teeth: Dental Implants
August 17, 2015
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The Clear Way to Straighter Teeth: How Invisalign Adult Braces Can Help You
July 29, 2015
In our blog entry today, we are going to talk about the benefits of having straighter teeth and ways that we can help you achieve and straighter smile at Ponte Vedra Complete Dentistry. Have you ever wished that your teeth could be straighter? Most people think that braces should only be worn by children or teenagers while they are still growing. According to the American Dental Association, healthy teeth can effectively be treated with orthodontics at any age. At Ponte Vedra Complete Dentistry, we frequently update our blog in order to provide our patients with the most up to date dental information and treatment options. We are committed to patient education and are happy to answer any questions that you may have electronically or on the telephone at (904)285-7711. If you are interested in adult braces and would like to learn more about Invisalign, please visit the Invisalign section of our website for additional information.
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What is the Best way to Replace Missing Teeth? The Definitive Guide to Dentures
July 13, 2015
Today we are going to cover the various denture-related treatment options that exist at Ponte Vedra Complete Dentistry. Did you know that there are more than 35 million Americans who do not have any teeth at all and over 170 million people who are missing at least one tooth? According to the American College of Prosthodontists, the number of people with missing teeth is expected to increase over the next twenty years. At Ponte Vedra Complete Dentistry, we are committed to our patients and offer many treatment options for missing teeth. Our blog serves as a powerful dental education tool for our patients. If you have multiple missing teeth or no teeth at all and are interested in treatment options to replace them, please contact us at any time electronically or call (904)285-7711.
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The Truth About Sleep Apnea and Snoring: The Dental Alternative to CPAP
July 9, 2015
According to the National Sleep Foundation, more than 18 million Americans suffer from sleep apnea. Those are staggering numbers. At Ponte Vedra Complete Dentistry, our blog serves as an educational tool for all things dentistry. Today we felt compelled to discuss snoring and sleep apnea. If you suffer from either of these problems or if a loved one suffers, we encourage you to read on. Dentistry has brought about some terrific advances in sleep apnea treatment. We hope you enjoy!
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Pregnancy and Oral Health: Must Know Information for Prospective Mothers!
July 1, 2015
At Ponte Vedra Complete Dentistry, we are dedicated to oral health education for our patients. Our blog serves as a venue for this education. If you would like to learn more about a vast array of topics related to dentistry and oral health, we encourage you to browse our past posts. When brainstorming a topic for today’s post, it occurred to us that we have not provided a thorough guide to pregnancy as it relates to oral health. We hope this answers some common questions and allows the reader to recognize the importance of oral hygiene and a relationship with your dentist during pregnancy!
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TMJ and TMD: What is TMJ? Do you have jaw pain?
May 29, 2015
You may have heard someone state that they have TMJ. The truth is that they are correct. You and I also have TMJ. Everyone has TMJ. TMJ is short for temporomandibular joint. This is the jaw joint. At Ponte Vedra Complete Dentistry, we are dedicated to educating the public about oral health and other current issues in dentistry. Today we would like to briefly tackle jaw pain, TMJ, and TMD. We hope you learn something and enjoy!
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How do Diabetes, Hypertension, and Obesity Affect Your Oral Health?
April 30, 2015
Did you know the CDC reports that more than 29 million American suffer from diabetes? Did you know that another 86 million Americans suffer from pre diabetes? That is nearly one in three Americans! Additionally, over 70 million Americans have hypertension. Finally, the NIH states that more than 35% of Americans are obese. What this means is that there is a very high probability that you or someone you love suffers from one of these three medical problems. At Ponte Vedra Complete Dentistry, we are dedicated to not only providing the highest quality dental care to our patients but also to educating all within reach about oral health issues that we feel are important. Today we will tackle some serious oral health implications tied to the presence of these three maladies.
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Are Baby Teeth Important?
April 19, 2015
Do we really need to brush baby teeth? After all, they are just temporary and we get a brand new pair after the baby teeth fall out. Do baby teeth get cavities? When should a child first see the dentist? Does my child have the correct amount of teeth? There are so many questions that parents ask regarding the oral health of their children. If you are asking questions like these we want you to know that you are not alone and not without resources. At Ponte Vedra Complete Dentistry, we are dedicated not only to providing excellent dental care but also to the education of everyone within our reach. In today’s blog post we will discuss the “baby” teeth. We hope you learn something and enjoy.
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The Fluoride Controversy – Is Fluoride Beneficial or Detrimental? Dental Facts About Fluoride
March 29, 2015
The Center for Disease Control groups water fluoridation with immunizations, understanding tobacco as a health hazard, and motor vehicle safety in the list of the “ten greatest public health achievements in the 20th century”. At the same time many organizations tell Americans that fluoride is poison and that we are being “medicated by force”. What is the truth? At Ponte Vedra Complete Dentistry, we are committed to public education about oral health and other issues in dentistry. Today we will tackle fluoride by reviewing some of the myths and the facts. Our hope is to answer and clarify many of the questions and uncertainties. We hope you enjoy!
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Childhood Caries: Dental Decay is a Real Problem
March 17, 2015
Do you have children? If so, have you spent the time to properly educate yourself about your children’s teeth? At Ponte Vedra Complete Dentistry we dedicate ourselves to the education of everyone within reach about oral health issues. We utilize our blog as a method to provide that education. Feel free to visit our past blog topics to learn more about a variety of oral health topics. Today we would like to discuss childhood caries.
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