Distinctive Dentistry on Maitland Blog

You probably want to ask some questions if it’s your first time getting root canal therapy.  After all, it’s important to know about costs, logistics, benefits, etc. However, you’d also want to assuage your fear about the procedure. That being the case, your biggest question is likely, “Are root canals painful?”

Altamonte Springs’ dentists answer with a resounding “No!” Read this summary on the root canal process to find out why!

Around 5 million people get a knocked-out tooth each year, according to the American Association of Endodontists. If this is something you’ve experienced, then you should definitely seek emergency dental care as soon as you can! But is it possible to put it back in on your own while you wait for your visit? Read on to learn when it’s safe to place it in its socket and how to safely do so.

Have you recently gotten your dentures? Now that you have them, you can be sure to enjoy a fully restored smile again. However, many patients sometimes find it challenging to speak with them on. Fortunately, this doesn’t have to be the case for long. Keep reading to learn three steps to follow when talking with dentures to make the process easier!

Have you recently started wearing your dentures? Are you wondering how you can keep them nice and shiny? You might be surprised to learn that maintaining their new and fresh appearance can be quite simple. All it takes is a good dental hygiene and some preventive measures to avoid discoloration. Read on to learn how to whiten dentures and the methods to keep away from!  

On top of Valentine’s Day, February is also Heart Health Month in Altamonte Springs. Now is time for awareness on what can improve your health and promote a strong heart. From exercise to the latest diet trends, you can try them all! But did you know one of first things to keep a healthy heart is a healthy smile? Read on to learn more about the relation between your heart and teeth health, and the best practices for living well.

As the wintry weather rolls in, some particular oral health problems return each year. Struggles with sensitive teeth, dry mouth, and chapped lips elevate.

You don’t have to be one of the many to endure these troubles. Read on for some tips from your dentist about combating winter mouth issues in Altamonte Springs.

Six months ago, our lives were turned upside down as the new COVID-19 virus spread into a worldwide pandemic. Fortunately, measures like social distancing and extensive hand hygiene have made the transition into our “new normal” possible, but the fight is long from over. Therefore, your dental team is implementing additional safety practices, like changing out of their scrubs before leaving their office. A dentist in Altamonte Springs shares why this infection control measure is so important and four additional procedures you can expect at your next visit.

The COVID-19 pandemic has changed countless aspects of our daily lives, including how we say hello to one another. If you’re a hugger, living in this age of social distancing can be tough. It can be hard to feel connected with others when you can’t make physical contact without risking infection. Luckily, there are still plenty of ways you can greet other people, such as your dental team, while staying safe. A dentist in Altamonte Springs is here to share a few of them.

Before the COVID-19 outbreak, the average dental team would wash their hands, put on new gloves and a mask, and prepare to get your appointment underway. A new era has dawned, though: one where even greater attention must be dedicated to maintaining a safe environment. The good news is that your dentist in Altamonte Springs has always been ahead of the curve when it comes to controlling the spread of germs, bacteria and infection. Read on to find out about some of the additional steps being taken to keep you safe while you visit.