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Good oral health is the foundation of a world-class smile. Not only are healthy teeth beautiful, but dental health can prevent the need for more invasive treatments. Since 1986, The Smile Centre has helped adults, children, teens and seniors meet their dental needs with the highest levels of quality, safety and individualized patient care.
At The Smile Centre, we believe everyone deserves a strong, healthy, gorgeous smile. To learn how we can help you achieve optimal oral health and the smile of your dreams, please call today to schedule a free consultation at one of our three convenient locations. If you live in the Sarasota area of Florida, contact our Palm Aire location online or at 941-351-4468. If you live in or around Florida, please contact us online. We welcome patients from throughout Florida, including Sarasota, and Bradenton.
The goal of general dentistry is to prevent, diagnose and treat dental problems. Restorative dentistry rebuilds a functional, healthy oral cavity, whether you are missing teeth or have vulnerable teeth.
The dentists at The Smile Centre provide comprehensive general dentistry services, and with a few exceptions, we can address all of your dental problems under one roof – there’s no running back and forth between specialists and your general dentist.
General and family dental services at The Smile Centre include:
When you visit one of The Smile Centre’s three locations for a consultation, we will discuss a treatment plan with you with the goal of achieving your best dental health, including treating any current dental problems.
At The Smile Centre, we make it easy for you and your whole family to get the gentle, compassionate and comprehensive dental care you need in a warm and welcoming environment. All patients, from children to seniors, are welcome at The Smile Centre. Our highly-trained dentists have experience treating a broad range of conditions, and we know how dental needs change throughout patients’ lifetimes.
It’s never too early or too late to improve your dental health. We pride ourselves on being more than just another dental practice; we are a dental home. When you visit any one of our friendly offices, you will feel the difference in our commitment to compassionate care and personal connection.
The benefits of having a family dentist include:
It’s never too early or too late to improve your dental health. We pride ourselves on being more than just another dental practice; we are a dental home. When you visit any one of our friendly offices, you will feel the difference in our commitment to compassionate care and personal connection.
Early experiences with a dentist can have a significant effect on a child as he or she moves into adulthood. At The Smile Centre, we know how important it is to create positive dental memories that will endure for years. Our team of dental professionals is committed to helping your child with kind, gentle care.
We will teach your child dental hygiene basics and recommend ways that you can help your child establish strong dental habits that will last a lifetime.
A few ways you can begin to make a positive impact on your child’s future dental health include:
While our friendly and gentle approach helps younger patients feel at ease, we know that the nature of some procedures can still cause anxiety. If your child is frightened or nervous about dental care, please inquire about the option of nitrous oxide. We are conservative in our sedation dentistry services, and in appropriate cases, can safely provide younger patients with a level of assisted comfort.
The Smile Centre family is passionate about helping you maintain exceptional oral health and preventing dental issues from occurring. When conditions such as gum disease or tooth decay occur, he will provide prompt, effective treatment to prevent your minor issue from becoming a major problem.
Left untreated, oral health problems can lead to complications such as tooth loss, sensitivity and irritation, and chronic bad breath. Even more serious, some oral health issues are linked to systemic health issues and can affect your overall well-being. Hypertension, heart disease, stroke and pregnancy complications, and more have been linked to problems affecting the teeth and gums.
We know that the key to great dental health lies in individualized, patient-focused care. We never take a one-size-fits-all approach to patient health. We will work with you to understand your oral condition and unique goals. We will carefully explain all of your treatment options and recommend a customized plan that addresses your unique needs.
The answer to this question will depend on factors that range from the age of the patient to that patient’s current dental condition. However, most dentists and dental organisations recommend that the average person come in for a checkup once or twice per year. Individuals at low risk for oral disease may schedule fewer visits, while those at higher risk will want to see their dentists more frequently.
Looking at the gums, you should pay close attention to blood in your sink or on your toothbrush or floss after routine oral care. Such bleeding isn’t normal and could be a sign that you are developing periodontal disease. When left untreated, this disease can lead to bone and tooth loss. Receding gums is also a warning sign of gum disease.
You should also regularly examine your mouth to detect unusual bumps or sores as well as any loose or shifting teeth. Of course, pain is generally a reliable indicator that something has gone awry with your body. Therefore, you should seek medical attention for any severe or persistent toothache as soon as possible.
Regular visits to the dentist that include thorough dental cleaning can help you avoid developing any number of problematic conditions. Beyond gingivitis and gum disease, tooth decay and cavities rank among the most common consequences of skipping dental visits. Other common dental problems that you can avoid by seeing a general dentist include enamel loss and overly sensitive teeth.
While only some general dentists can or will offer the same range of services, a well-trained family dental practitioner can go well beyond mere examinations and cleanings to fill cavities, extract teeth, and place dental implants, crowns, and bridges. A general dentist might also create full and partial dentures, perform root canal therapy, and treat conditions that range from TMJ to sleep apnea. Beyond scheduling regular appointments, many general dental offices are equipped to respond to severe and/or time-sensitive problems with emergency services.
While every dental practitioner has a unique set of skills and professional focus, most general dentists are also considered family dentists. This means that they are trained and equipped to treat patients of all ages. A good general dentist will generally strive to work equally well with adults and children.
If you are looking for a quality general dentist office in the greater Sarasota area, look no further than The Smile Centre in University Palm Aire Plaza on Whitfield Avenue. For more information, contact us at 941 351 4468 or complete a short online form.
If you would like to schedule an appointment with one of our experienced general and family dentists, please call us today. If you live in the Sarasota area of Florida, contact our Palm Aire location online or at 941-351-4468. If you live in or around Florida, please contact us online. With three convenient locations, we proudly serve families throughout the region, including Sarasota, Bradenton, Florida.
