Brandon FL Dental Blog

I’m Dr. Jeff Bynum of Five Star Dental Care. My office is located at 3203 Lithia Pinecrest Rd in Valrico. One of the best things about being a Valrico area dentist is interacting with my patients. During initial dental consultations, I listen carefully to my patient’s short and long term dental goals.

I enjoy discussing options and developing effective treatment plans tailored specifically to each person. Some of my clients desire a total smile makeover. I explain in detail the treatments available including teeth whitening, dental veneers, orthodontia, crown restoration, and dental implants.

If a client is nervous about undergoing treatment, we discuss oral conscious sedation. Oral conscious sedation, sometimes called oral sedation dentistry, is a great option for anxious patients. Dental visits do not have to be painful!

After the treatment has been completed, it is very gratifying for me to see my patient’s reaction to their new smile.

I never get tired of creating dramatic smile transformations for the best clients in Valrico!

If you have been considering a smile makeover, let’s talk about your smile. Call Five Star Dental Care at 813-653-2273 to schedule a cosmetic dentistry consultation.

If you are a worried Valrico cosmetic dentistry patient experiencing inflamed gums or an aching tooth, you are not alone.

About one third of U.S. adults are affected by tooth decay, according to the CDC, and gum disease plagues one in seven people age 35 to 40. Don’t ignore these symptoms, call Five Star Dental Care today at 813-653-2273 for immediate treatment.

At Five Star Dental Care we take gum disease, sometimes called gingivitis, seriously because left untreated it can lead to loss of bone and tissue that support the teeth.

Gingivitis is a mild form of gum disease. You will know you have it if your gums bleed easily and look red and swollen. If this condition is not reversed it can lead to periodontitis. With this condition your gums become loose and separate from the teeth forming cavities that can become infected and cause tooth pain. This can spread to the bone supporting the tooth. If this is damaged, the tooth can be lost. (If you have already lost a tooth to gum disease, ask us about dental implants.)

At Five Star Dental Care we recommend daily brushing and flossing and regular dental cleanings to help combat gingivitis. Our team has been treating gum disease and other dental problems for Valrico area residents since 1996.

If you want your teeth to feel fresh and bright, come in for a cleaning and check-up. Don’t become a statistic, prevent gingivitis by treating your teeth and gums with the TLC they deserve. (After all, they work pretty hard for you day in and day out.)

My name is Dr. Jeff Bynum and my staff and I at Five Star Dental Care offer quality general and cosmetic dental services including dental implants, porcelain veneers, and dental crowns.

Take care of your beautiful smile by calling Five Star Dental Care today. –

Dr. Jeff Bynum
Five Star Dental Care
3203 Lithia Pinecrest Rd
Valrico, Florida 33596
813-653-2273
http://www.fivestardentalcare.com/about-us/

Hello, I’m Dr. Jeff Bynum. At my Brandon FL cosmetic dentistry practice I have noticed more and more of my patients with stress-related dental issues. People may not think about it, but stress can do a number on your oral health.

Mouth sores, clenching and grinding, gum disease, and poor oral hygiene can all be exacerbated by stress.

Brandon FL people who have difficulty managing stress need to realize that it can increase the risk of having a dental emergency or getting mouth sores such as cankers and cold sores. Most canker sores only last 7-10 days, but for relief from the irritation, we recommend our patients pick up an over-the-counter topical anesthetic at any local drug store.

Clenching and grinding the teeth is common for stressed-out Brandon FL residents, and often it’s done unconsciously. Here at Five Star Dental our fun staff can determine if a night guard or other dental appliance is appropriate to reduce grinding.

Periodontal disease, also known as gum disease, is exacerbated by stress because stress can result in an increase in dental plaque.

And our cosmetic dental patients may find that when they are under stress it is more common to neglect their oral hygiene habits. Many people in Brandon FL and the surrounding areas find that they eat more sugary snacks when they’re under stress.

If you’re concerned about the effect stress can have on your teeth, schedule an appointment at Five Star Dental today. We offer dental crowns, dental bridges, cosmetic dentistry, sedation dentistry and more. We hope to hear from you soon!

Dr. Jeff Bynum
Five Star Dental
3203 Lithia Pinecrest Rd
Valrico, FL 33596
813-653-2273
http://www.fivestardentalcare.com/about-us/

At Five Star Dental Care, each dental professional on our team allows our practice to operate smoothly and provide the highest caliber of dental care. Today’s Valrico cosmetic dentistry article will focus on the duties of a dental assistant.

You probably think of the dental assistant as: “The one who suctions my mouth while the dentist is working on me,” or “The one who attaches the bib around my neck,” and you are correct. However, his/her knowledge of patient care and dental lab procedures is probably more extensive than you realize.

Competent dental assistants work behind the scenes at Five Star Dental Care in Valrico. They assist cosmetic and restorative dentist Dr. Jeff Bynum during all dental procedures including basic oral examinations, tooth prep and cavity filling, as well as lengthy smile makeovers involving multiple procedures. Our competent assistants also work with our dental hygienists during dental cleanings and patient instruction.

When a dental client arrives for his/her appointment, the dental assistant has already been preparing for the visit. Before he/she is escorted to a comfortable chair in one of our pleasant patient rooms, the assistant has made sure the room is ready for the particular treatment being performed.

Whether the patient is receiving porcelain veneers, having their teeth whitened, undergoing a routine orthodontia adjustment, or settling in for a two-hour smile redesign with oral sedation, the dental assistant has set the stage for a comfortable and efficient procedure.

At Five Star Dental Care, infection control is always foremost in our minds. Our dental assistants, dentists, and hygienists are vigilant about the sterilization of dental instruments and follow strict infection control protocols. The health of our patients and employees is our highest priority.

Dental assistants in Valrico area dental offices may also prepare tray setups, make impressions for restorations, schedule appointments, take x-rays, and maintain and retrieve patient records. They must have a keen eye for detail and an excellent memory as they organize and stock the many different dental supplies in a typical office.

Five Star Dental Care is located at 3203 Lithia Pinecrest Rd in Valrico, Florida. We provide general and cosmetic dental procedures including restorative dentistry and toothache relief. You can read more about our services at http://www.fivestardentalcare.com/about-us/.

To make an appointment for an examination, consultation, or cleaning, call 813-653-2273. Thanks for visiting our Five Star Dental Care blog!

Every Brandon FL dentistry patient’s mouth provides a cozy home for over 600 types of bacteria. If you are diligent about oral hygiene and have healthy gums, these microbes usually don’t affect your health. However, if you have gum disease, bacteria can enter your bloodstream through your gums and cause problems.

Gingivitis is the term for the mild gum disease. At Five Star Dental Care, we routinely discover gingivitis in Brandon FL clients who are not even aware they have the condition.

The first signs of gingivitis are swollen, sore gums.

It is important for our Brandon FL dental patients to understand that it is not normal for gums to bleed when they are brushed or flossed. If you haven’t had an oral examination in a while and live in the Brandon FL area, call Five Star Dental Care at 813-653-2273. Dr. Jeff Bynum thoroughly exams teeth and gums and takes time to discuss the results and recommendations with each Brandon FL dentistry patient.

Five Star Dental Care is a full-service dental practice at 3203 Lithia Pinecrest Rd in Valrico. We provide comprehensive general and cosmetic dentistry for clients who live in Brandon FL.

During your dentist consultation, we can discuss any cosmetic or restorative procedures in which you are interested. Some of the Brandon FL procedures that we use to create perfect smiles are porcelain veneers, orthodontics, dental implants and tooth bleaching. Our hygienists are skilled professionals who perform the ultimate in dental deep-cleanings.  We also offer oral sedation dentistry for patients anxious about dental work.

Oral health and overall health go hand in hand. Schedule a dental consultation today by calling 813-653-2273 or visiting us online at http://www.fivestardentalcare.com/.

Top Ten Reasons To Visit Your Local Valrico Dentist:

1. Check Up; it’s time, and this is the best way to avoid dental problems.
2. Clean Up; our dental hygienist is ready to give you a super clean smile.
3. Brush Up; if it has been a while since your last dental visit, it’s probably time to come in to learn about the new options we have for dental care.
4. Avoid pain; if you have dental pain and have been putting off a trip to the dentist, come in now. We specialize in relieving dental pain.
5. Fillings; we can find and fill all your dental cavities in almost no time at all. This will help you avoid more painful problems down the road, and helps ease some of those sensitivities to hot and cold.
6. Avoid gum disease; we can assess the health of your gums and suggest treatments or practices that are available to help you improve the health of your gums.
7. Ready for a whiter smile? We can help. We have tooth whitening options available that will brighten your smile and make your teeth whiter.
8. Tooth replacement; If you are missing a tooth, we can help restore your smile with the latest in tooth replacement technology: dental implants.
9. Cosmetic dentistry is something everyone is considering to make improvements to their smile. We can help you assess the options and learn more about the possibilities of cosmetic dentistry.
10. Confidence: Nothing brings you more confidence than when you know you have a bright and beautifully healthy smile.

I’m Jeff Bynum, and I am a dentist in the Valrico, Florida community. If you are ready for professional dentistry, please give our office a call.

Give us a call at 813-653-2273, or visit us on our website at http://www.fivestardentalcare.com/

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Dental sealants are a thin coat of clear resin that is applied to the biting surfaces of teeth, usually the rear molars. The back teeth are more prone to cavities because is difficult to reach them with a tooth brush and the surfaces contain pits and grooves that easily trap bacteria. It is hard for many adults to clean their back molars and almost impossible for our young Florida children.

Dental sealants fill in the pits and grooves on the rear molars to create a smooth surface. Valrico dentists most often recommend sealants for children’s permanent back teeth, though sometimes they are used for adults, too.

Valrico parents may not realize how quickly a cavity can form in a young child’s mouth. Many Valrico area kids develop cavities even before they start kindergarten! It is vital that our local parents start regular dental visits early.

Dental sealants protect teeth that have no decay (primary prevention) and also prevent further decay progression in teeth that show very early signs of disease (secondary prevention).

At Five Star Dental Care, we take special care of our Valrico general and cosmetic dental clients. We want each dental visit to be pleasant and painless so that patients will never develop a fear of the dentist.

I am Jeff Bynum of Five Star Dental Care. I don’t believe that cavities are unavoidable. Call my office at 813-653-2273 to schedule a Valrico dental exam.  We also offer emergency dental care for patients in the Valrico area.

I provide comprehensive restorative and cosmetic dentistry for Valrico people of all ages. My office is located at 3203 LIthia Pinecrest Rd. in Valrico. You can learn more about my practice at http://www.fivestardentalcare.com/about-us/.

Run your tongue along the gumline behind your lower front teeth. Do you feel a ridge? This is probably tartar or dental calculus.

Even if you brush and floss regularly, plaque and tartar can gradually accumulate. If not removed, these bacteria-breeding substances cause the gums to become irritated and swollen. Eventually, the gums become detached from the tooth, creating a ‘pocket’. This creates a new space for plaque and tartar to grow. In advanced stages of periodontal disease, the toxins created by the bacteria literally rot the gum, teeth and bone.

At Five Star Dental Care in Valrico, we perform the most thorough dental cleanings possible. Gum disease can be reversed in its early stages.

My goal as a restorative dentist is to help our Tampa dental patients prevent gum disease before any damage occurs. Cleanings include root planing and periodontal scaling. Scaling removes the plaque and calculus above and, especially, below the gumline where your toothbrush cannot reach. Planing smoothes root surfaces so it is more difficult for plaque and tartar to accumulate and grow. It also creates a healthy surface for the gums to reattach to the root if necessary.

To schedule a deep cleaning with your Tampa dentist, call 813-653-2273. We are located at 3203 LIthia Pinecrest Rd. in Valrico. In addition to providing comprehensive dental cleanings, we create mega-watt smiles for cosmetic dentistry clients in the Brandon and Plant City area. See http://www.fivestardentalcare.com/ for more information about our state-of-the-art dental practice.

What is ‘ General Dentistry ‘? Here are a couple definitions, found from around the web:

The World Health Organization defines General Dentistry as “the science and art of preventing, diagnosing and treating diseases, injuries and malformations of the teeth, jaws and mouth”.

According to Wikipedia :

A dentist is a healthcare professional qualified to practice dentistry after graduating with a degree of either Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS), Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD), Bachelor of Dentistry (BDent), Bachelor of Dental Science (BDSc), or Bachelor of Dental Surgery/Chirurgiae (BDS) or (BChD) or equivalent.

In most western countries, to become a qualified dentist one must usually complete at least 4 years of postgraduate study. Generally, 2 years of clinical experience working with patients in an educational setting are required.

If you have a need for General Dentistry in the Tampa area, please give our practice a call. We are Five Star Dental Care, and our general dentistry office is located at:

3203 Lithia Pinecrest Rd.
Valrico, Florida 33596

We practice general and cosmetic dentistry in the city of Tampa. We provide general dentistry services to the greater Tampa area, which includes general dentistry services for anyone in the cities of Brandon, Plant City or Florida.

Give us a call at 813-653-2273 to schedule a general dentistry appointment in Valrico, or to ask questions about general dentistry.  We offer oral sedation dentistry for anxious patients.

Facial injuries occur all too often in the Tampa area. Tampa Little Leaguers get hit by inside pitches, Florida construction workers suffer falls and other accidents at the worksite, and Florida motorists sustain injuries in collisions every single day. Accidents at home can also result in serious injury to the face.

Serious facial injuries can affect the victim’s ability to eat, breathe, and speak. Because of the essential physical processes at risk, a person who has suffered a facial injury should receive medical care as soon as possible. Injuries to the mouth are treated by general dentists and oral and maxillofacial surgeons.

At Five Star Dental Care, we strongly advocate the use of protective equipment for every type of sport, whether it is a team sport or individual activity. Call your Tampa dentist at 813-653-2273 for mouthguard recommendations regarding your (or your child’s) specific sport.

Likewise, the Tampa workplace injury rate can be reduced with increased use of appropriate protective equipment and adherence to safety procedures. With respect to motor vehicle injuries, the following instructions bear repetition: Wear your seatbelt and don’t send or read text messages while driving!

If you have suffered a recent injury to your face, mouth or jaw, schedule a cosmetic dental consultation with Dr. Jeff Bynum of Five Star Dental Care. If you are having dental problems (functional or aesthetic) due to an untreated past injury, I can also develop an effective treatment plan.

My cosmetic dentistry office is located at 3203 Lithia Pinecrest Rd. in Valrico.

Jeff Bynum, DDS.