During a dental exam, we will also ask about any health problems you have or medications you're taking and discuss how they might affect your oral health. If you have diabetes, for example, you're at increased risk of gum disease. Any medication that contributes to dry mouth can increase your risk of tooth decay. If arthritis interferes with your ability to effectively brush your teeth, your dentist or hygienist might show you how to insert the handle of your toothbrush into a rubber ball for easier use — or recommend a powered or electric toothbrush.

If you have prosthetic replacements — such as dentures or bridges — your dentist or hygienist will examine how well they fit and discuss the need for adjustments.

Dental exams might also include counseling about diet, use of tobacco products and other lifestyle factors that can affect oral health.

Periodontal care/therapy is a continuous cycle requiring regular evaluation and maintenance to optimise treatment outcomes.

There are several phases to undertake your periodontal therapy, which are as follows:

​A full review of the patient's medical history to identify the patient's systemic health, as well as establishing a provisional diagnosis. The provisional diagnosis is generated following a comprehensive oral examination, data collection and radiographic interpretation.

The patients compliance should be established during this phase as optimal oral hygiene practices need to be employed in order to assist with treatment planning and, long-term goals and results.

A filling is a way to restore a tooth damaged by decay back to its normal function and shape. When a dentist gives you a filling, he or she first removes the decayed tooth material, cleans the affected area, and then fills the cleaned out cavity with a filling material.

By closing off spaces where bacteria can enter, a filling also helps prevent further decay. Materials used for fillings include gold, porcelain, a composite resin (tooth-colored fillings), and an amalgam (an alloy of mercury, silver, copper, tin and sometimes zinc).

A brilliant, youthful smile will make you feel good about your appearance, which can in turn increase your self-esteem. The American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry found that people with a beautiful smile are viewed as friendlier, more successful, and more intelligent than those with a less attractive smile. If you’re ready to enhance your image, cosmetic dentistry is a great place to start.

Any dental emergency like an injury to the teeth or gums can be potentially serious and should not be ignored. Ignoring a dental problem can increase the risk of permanent damage as well as the need for more extensive and expensive treatment later on.

The easiest and most popular smile improvement procedure available comes in the form of teeth whitening. Florida Dentistry Group uses two procedures for whitening, a custom made teeth tray with a Teeth Whitening System or a Smile Anew take home kit.