Tongue Piercing

Nervous woman in dental chair

Tongue Piercing There has been an upsurge in the amount of teenagers getting tongue piercings.  Teenagers often view these piercings as a harmless expression of their growing individuality.  Oftentimes, parents allow teens to pierce their tongues because the metal bar is impermanent.  In addition, tongue bars are not as visually apparent as a tattoo or […]

Tobacco Use

Port Orange Dentist with assistant looking over X-rays

Tobacco Use Tobacco use is one of the leading causes of death in society.  Fortunately, it is also among the most preventable.  Aside from being a sociably undesirable habit, smoking can result in oral cancer, reduce smelling and tasting abilities, compromise recovery after oral surgery, stain the teeth, and increase the risk of contracting periodontal […]

DENTAL ANXIETY & FEAR

PORT ORANGE DENTAL ANXIETY & FEAR

PORT ORANGE DENTAL ANXIETY & FEAR The overwhelming fear of dental appointments can be a common cause of anxiety.  Many people visualize a drill-wielding man in a white coat just waiting to cause pain and remove teeth.  The reality, however, is very different.  The comfort, relaxation, and happiness of the patient are the primary focus […]