It may seem basic and routine, but getting your teeth cleaned by a professional hygienist is one of the most important reasons to visit us. Plaque and tartar form on teeth over time. Soft and sticky plaque can usually be mostly removed by regular brushing. But plaque hardens into tartar, and your typical toothbrush and floss aren’t enough to take care of it. Why is that bad? Tartar accumulates below the gumline as well as on the surface of the teeth. If it’s not removed by a professional, you are at greater risk for more serious problems with your teeth and gums in the future. Recent research shows a definite link between untreated gum disease and other serious conditions like heart disease, stroke, and diabetes. Get your teeth cleaned regularly; it’s an easy, important way you can stay healthy!Addressing the Special Needs of Seniors
Our teeth and gums change as we get older, just like the rest of our bodies. Many medications can cause a reduction in saliva, for example. We offer simple products that can help this condition. After years of plaque buildup, or drinking coffee, tea, or soda, or using tobacco, teeth can turn dark. We can discuss procedures that can combat these problems. As fillings age, they can weaken or crack. Regular check-ups make sure we keep track of the status of your existing fillings. More seriously, gum disease and root decay are often major problems for seniors. Daily cleaning and good nutrition are critical for healthy gums. If your gums redden or bleed or your teeth feel like they’ve loosened, contact us immediately.
We Save Hopeless Teeth
When roots of teeth have been damaged or infected, the only option used to be extraction. This can cause problems such as bone loss and shifting teeth, so it should be a last resort. But in the case of an infected tooth, or when dental decay reaches the tooth’s nerve, a simple filling won’t suffice. But there is a procedure that can save the tooth! In a root canal, we remove the tooth’s pulp chamber and fill it with a filling material. Saving the tooth does more than prevent a gap between teeth. It keeps bone loss from occurring in the jaw. Other teeth won’t shift, your appearance and the shape of your bite won’t change. We use modern anesthetics and technology so your root canal can be a comfortable, beneficial procedure.
Dentist Jacksonville FL
BARTRAM DENTAL CENTER
Telephone: 904.201.6000
130 Gateway circle,
St. Johns, Florida 32259
BARTRAM DENTAL CENTER
Telephone: 904.201.6000
130 Gateway circle,
St. Johns, Florida 32259
