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Composite fillings

Thanks to advances in modern dental materials and techniques, dentists have more ways to create pleasing, natural-looking smiles. Dental researchers are continuing their often decades-long work developing materials, such as ceramics and polymer compounds that look more like natural teeth. As a result, dentists and patients today have several choices when it comes to selecting materials to repair missing, worn, damaged or decayed teeth. One of the most popular new materials these days that help make your smile look more natural are white composite fillings. composite filling

White composite fillings are made from a mixture of glass or quartz filler in a resin medium that produces a tooth-colored filling. They are sometimes referred to as composites or filled resins. Composite fillings provide good durability and resistance to fracture in small-to-mid size restorations that need to withstand moderate chewing pressure. Less tooth structure is removed when a Gentle Dental dentist prepares the tooth, and this may result in a smaller filling than that of other filling methods such as amalgam. Composite fillings can also be “bonded” or adhesively held in a cavity, often allowing your Gentle Dental dentist to make a more conservative repair to the tooth. Composite fillings require a cavity that can be kept clean and dry during filling and they are subject to stain and discoloration over time.

For more information on the various types of fillings available from Gentle Dental visit the fillings section of our website or call 1-888-513-7436.

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Bottled Water, Fluoride & Your Teeth

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A recent study shows that Americans consumed more than 5 billion gallons of water in year 2000. But, did you know that the the majority of bottled waters on the market and some types of home water treatment systems  do not contain optimal levels of fluoride?  This can potentially decrease the tooth decay-preventive effects of optimally fluoridated water. Fluoride Water

Water fluoridation is a community health measure that is recognized widely for its role in preventing tooth decay. In areas where natural fluoride occurs in water below the optimal level, many communities add a tiny amount of fluoride to the water supply to make certain that residents receive the benefits of fluoride.  When water is treated before it is bottled, fluoride may be lost in the reverse osmosis or distillation process.

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration’s current regulations do not require bottled water companies to indicate fluoride content on its labels, unless it has been added to the water. Fluoride is very important, especially for children to help prevent tooth decay. Water should contain 0.7 to 1.2 ppm of fluoride.

Gentle Dental dentists can provide fluoride treatments to people that aren’t getting enough fluoride in their teeth, possibly because they are drinking water that doesn’t contain fluoride. Fluoride treatments help strengthen the outer layer of your teeth and fight cavities and tooth decay.  To make a fluoride treatment appointment with your local Gentle Dental dentist call 1-888-513-7436.

Oral Care For Children

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Did you know that tooth decay affects children in the United States more than any other chronic infectious disease? Untreated tooth decay causes pain and infection which can lead to  many other everyday problems for kids including speaking and learning deficiencies.

The good news is that tooth decay and other oral diseases that can affect children are preventable. The combination of dental sealants and fluoride has the potential to nearly eliminate tooth decay in school-age children.  However, if your children are younger than 7, you should only give them a pea sized amount of toothpaste with fluoride on their tooth brush as too much fluoride can be toxic for a child’s health. Dental sealants is always another way to help protect children’s teeth from decay.  Lastly, regular dental checkups and cleanings are a must for a child’s dental hygiene.

Gentle Dental knows dental care for your children can become expensive so we are here to help! For just $49, your child (14 and under) can see one of our pediatric specialists at one of our South Florida locations and get a full oral exam that includes a comprehensive examination, x-rays, oral hygiene instructions, a full cleaning and fluoride treatment.  A savings of $407!  This offer is for new patients only and you must present this coupon when making an appointment. Hurry this offer is only valid until November 30th, 2011 so make your appointment today by calling 1-888-513-7436.

Fluoride Strengthens Teeth

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Fluoride is a naturally occurring element that strengthens teeth. In doing this, it can help to prevent tooth decay.  Some foods, such as meat, fish, eggs and tea, contain fluoride. It is also found naturally in small amounts of water sources. Many toothpastes, rinses and professional treatments also contain fluoride. A lack of fluoride can cause a person to lose their teeth.

Sometimes a person needs a higher level of fluoride for their teeth to help prevent decay. A dentist can apply fluoride to your teeth as a gel, foam, or varnish. These types of  treatments contain a much higher level of fluoride than the amount found in toothpastes and mouth rinses. Varnishes are painted on the teeth, foams are put into a mouth guard, which is applied to the teeth for 1 to 4 minutes and gels can be painted on or applied via a mouth guard.

Dentists at Gentle Dental can give effective fluoride treatments to help strengthen the outer layer or enamel of your teeth and help fight cavities. These treatments make dental work including cleanings last longer and can help to prevent tooth decay. Make an appointment today at your local Gentle Dental by calling 1-888-513-7436.

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