Frequently Asked Questions
Questions and answers concerning your dental health.
Why do I have to visit the dentist if I brush and floss my teeth regularly?
Congratulations for taking great care of your teeth! However, a dental professional often notices problems that you could be overlooking. Routine general dentistry examinations can provide an insight into the state of your oral health. Tarpon Coast Dental will examine your gums, teeth, and mouth during a regular appointment. Our equipment can help us check for signs of decay that may not even be visible yet! The American Dental Association recommends that patients come to our office every six months for an exam. These biannual visits will also give you the chance to ask us about our many dental services. Keep up the good dental hygiene habits, and we’ll take care of the rest.
I’m nervous about going to the dentist. How can you help me relax?
We have anti-anxiety dentistry for patients who get pre-examination jitters. Our nonjudgmental team understands that many Americans have a serious fear of the dentist, but we won’t let that stop you from receive the Tarpon Coast Dental care you need! Please call our staff to ask about our anti-anxiety dentistry today.
What is CEREC?
CEREC is an acronym for Chairside Economic Restorations of Esthetic Ceramics. Tarpon Coast Dental has a CEREC machine in our office, which allows us to measure, fit, and create durable, ceramic crowns for patients who need them. Crowns are used to ‘cap over’ a tooth which has broken, suffered damage, or been significantly chipped. With this technology, our staff can make a permanent crown for Sarasota, Venice, and Englewood patients. Please talk to our staff about CEREC one-visit crown technology if you damage your smile.
What are my options for replacing missing teeth?
Tarpon Dental Coast has many methods for rejuvenating your smile! It all depends on which you prefer. If you like the idea of having a removable, easy-to-clean dental prosthetic, full dentures or partial dentures could be the answer for you. If you want a bit more stability in your bite, ask our restorative dentistry team if you can have a dental implant placed. A dental bridge can also provide a durable way to renovate your grin. Please call our practice today to learn more about the ways the appearance and function of your teeth could improve with restorative dentistry treatments.
My teeth aren’t as white as they used to be. Is something wrong?
Not at all. It’s natural for your teeth to lose their youthful appearance as you age, and enamel will become dull even if you take great care of your teeth. Drinking coffee, indulging in red wine, or using tobacco products will stain your teeth as well. Tarpon Coast Dental can use Zoom! Whitening technology to lift stains from your enamel. Call our office today to schedule your appointment to receive this cosmetic dentistry treatment.
What are dental implants?
Dental implants are a tooth replacement method for patients with a strong jaw who want to fill in the space left by an absent tooth. An implant is a small, titanium rod which acts as an artificial tooth root. The implant is placed in the empty socket left behind by the missing tooth. After an appropriate recovery period, Tarpon Coast Dental will attach a dental crown to the space so as to return the natural form and function to your smile. Talk to your Tarpon Coast Dental professionals today to find out if you qualify for this procedure.