Dental implants have evolved from the realm of cutting-edge dentistry, to mainstream dentistry. They are permanent replacement teeth for people who have lost a natural tooth, and they are available from Five Star Dental Care in Valrico.
Implants are considered one of the most significant advances in dentistry over the last several decades. One of the things that people find most attractive about them is that because they are physically attached to the jaw, they are virtually indistinguishable from a real tooth, in both appearance and function.
There’s always a catch, though. To be a viable candidate for a dental implant, the patient must have enough health jaw bone to support the implant. Even then, it is possible to rebuild the bone with grafting.
One of the great benefits of dental implants is that they can strengthen existing bone. Without the natural root or an implant, the jawbone is weakened and can become fragile. An implant can prevent that from happening.
Five Star Dental in Valrico provides dental implants and other services, such as cosmetic dentistry and Invisalign clear braces. Call today to schedule a consultation or an appointment.
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Posted Apr 20, 2018 in Cosmetic Dentistry, Dental Implants, Restorative Dentistry | Comments Off on Filling The Gap: Dental Implants in Valrico
You can have your teeth straightened at almost any age. But no matter how old you are, you probably don’t want a mouth full of metal. Straight teeth, no metal. With clear braces in Brandon FL, you can have it both ways.
The name Invisalign is an apt description of what these clear braces do: align teeth, almost invisibly. With Invisalign, patients receive custom plastic aligners that fit snugly over the teeth, similar to an athlete’s mouthguard. Every couple of weeks, as the teeth move, the patient changes the aligners.
Patients appreciate the fact that Invisalign trays are barely noticeable. Even standing a few feet away, others may not know you’re wearing them. And because you can take them out at mealtimes, they don’t restrict a normal diet. You can take them out at bedtime, too.
At Five Star Dental Care in Brandon FL, we are enthusiastic about providing Invisalign clear braces. Other services include restorative and cosmetic dentistry. Whether you need an exam and cleaning or a complete smile makeover, we look forward to serving you.
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Posted Apr 13, 2018 in Cosmetic Dentistry, Invisalign, Restorative Dentistry | Comments Off on Clear Braces in Brandon FL
“How can I deal with anxiety about visiting the dentist?”
At Five Star Dental Care in Valrico, we’re asked this question now and then. We think it deserves a good answer. Consider what your anxiety stems from: is it pain, the thought of injections, or fear of the unknown?
Tell us about any dental anxiety you might have when you come into our office for an annual checkup. Expect respectful consideration and open discussion about resolving issues of concern. We’ve been helping anxious patients feel comfortable since 1996.
Fear of pain is a natural human response. Not knowing what a dental procedure entails can be intimidating. Allowing Five Star Dental Care to address your concerns today, so tomorrow’s visits are uncomplicated.
We provide expertise in many areas of dentistry. Don’t let the unknown keep you from receiving the quality dental care that will ensure a healthy smile. We have answers for your dental questions. You will enjoy a beautiful smile and healthy teeth long after you forget the anxiety of the dental treatment.
Call us to set up a meeting. Five Star Dental Care provides a range of dental care, including sedation dentistry for those with anxiety. We also specialize in cosmetic and restorative dentistry. Visit our smile gallery!
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Posted Apr 6, 2018 in Cosmetic Dentistry, Dental Health, Restorative Dentistry, Sedation Dentistry | Comments Off on Worried About Dental Visits? Sedation Dentistry in Valrico
Some people’s teeth are naturally whiter than others’, but it’s safe to say that most Valrico residents want teeth that are pearly white! If you are one of them, Five Star Dental Cosmetic & Implant Dentistry can help you get the beautiful smile you deserve.
We’d like to share some tips on teeth whitening, and what we can do for you.
Whitening Tips
Don’t Forget to Brush
The first tip seems like a no-brainer, but many people still need a reminder. We are talking about daily tooth brushing. Brushing your teeth with a soft toothbrush and fluoride toothpaste is one of the best ways to keep your teeth clean and prevent cavities.
Often our teeth become discolored or stained because of what we eat and drink. When we brush, it minimizes the damage.
Fluoride Rinse
After brushing teeth, another tip is using a fluoride rinse to finish the cleaning job. Fluoride helps get into the cracks where bacteria can be hiding away. When the bacteria is killed, it prevents it from spreading and discoloring your teeth. When you are shopping for a fluoride rinse, check the labels. Some ordinary mouthwashes don’t contain fluoride.
Ask A Pro
Sometimes the discoloration takes more than an over-the-counter remedy. That’s why Five Star Dental offers other effective services to beautify your smile. We provide several teeth whitening options: our in-office treatment, and take-home teeth bleaching kits. Each provides an effective method for teeth whitening. The knowledgeable staff at Five Star Dental Cosmetic & Implant Dentistry will work with you to find the best way to improve your smile. Other specialties include cosmetic dentistry, dental implants, and toothache relief.
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Posted Mar 23, 2018 in Cosmetic Dentistry, General, Teeth whitening, Toothache relief | Comments Off on The Whitest Teeth: Beautiful Smiles in Valrico
Where can you get a beautiful smile in Brandon, FL? If you have dull or cooked teeth, or are missing a tooth, it can really detract from your appearance. But a dazzling smile can bring you increased satisfaction and confidence.
A new smile, however, doesn’t have to have a big price tag. Five-star yet affordable cosmetic dentistry and VIP treatment has been available since 1996 at Five Star Dental Care – Jeff Bynum, DDS. Come see what our expertise and experience can offer.
Popular services include veneers, whitening, and dental implants.
What are dental veneers? Veneers are paper-thin shells of durable material (ceramic, porcelain, or composite resin) bonded to the teeth to provide strength and add beauty to any smile. There are two types: porcelain and prepless.
What is whitening? Teeth can become faded and dull for a variety of reasons. Bleaching technology can restore the luster and give a brilliant smile.
What are dental implants? A wonderful long-term solution for missing teeth, dental implants are artificial roots surgically implanted in the jaw to anchor a dental prosthesis such as a crown, bridge, or denture.
The best way to find out if veneers or dental implants will work for you is to meet with Jeff Bynum DDS at Five Star Dental Care for a smile makeover consultation.
We can create a smile you will be proud of.
Treat yourself to a dazzling smile created at Five Star Dental Care – Jeff Bynum, DDS.
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Posted Mar 2, 2018 in Cosmetic Dentistry, Dental Implants, Dental Veneers, Tooth Whitening | Comments Off on Beautiful Smiles in Brandon FL
Today’s post looks at the complex process required to manufacture a dental crown. Dental crowns can be constructed with metal, ceramic (porcelain), plastics, or varying combinations of these. We will describe the process used to create a porcelain crown, though the steps are similar to those used for other materials.
Modern porcelain crowns are a technological and artistic marvel that make successful reconstructive and cosmetic dentistry possible. This picture shows three crowns attached to two implant posts. While the most advanced Florida dental lab techs and experienced ceramists can’t make a tooth as strong as Mother Nature can, they are getting pretty darn close.
As far as beauty goes, today’s high-quality crowns are just as pleasing and natural looking as real life teeth. (A crown that looks like a white Chiclet and sticks out like a sore thumb is not a high-quality crown from Five Star Dental Care – Jeff Bynum, DDS.)
When one of our Five Star Dental Care – Jeff Bynum, DDS patients needs a crown, a dental assistant makes an impression of all the teeth. The impression is sent to a laboratory where the plaster teeth are separated. The individual tooth mold in need of restoration is scanned into a computer to have the exact dimensions to send to the factory.
The state-of-the-art factory has a computerized machine that will then pour plaster into cylindrical molds, creating blanks. Once hardened, the process of making the tooth from the plaster blanks begins.
The machine then takes the scanned data from the impression and begins carving out the contours found in the scan. The finished tooth is not to scale, being 20% to 30% larger than needed. This enlargement is to allow for material shrinkage that will later occur.
The machine then dips the plastered tooth into liquid ceramic. The ceramic hardens and gives the tooth a gleaming, natural finish that is indistinguishable from a genuine tooth. The machine then starts a new process of orienting the tooth with others. This time, ceramic powder is poured into new molds over the plaster tooth. The molds are put on a rod and then plunged into a water-filled chamber. Once the chamber lid is closed, water pressure increases, solidifying each ceramic tooth.
The restoration is then chiseled to perfectly match the plastered tooth that is inside. This tooth becomes the ceramic shell of the crown and is easily lifted off the plastered tooth.
This shell, or coping, will then be exposed to a high temperature for increased stability. It also shrinks to the proper size when exposed to the high temperature. Once finished, a plastic replica of the original tooth is created from the computer scan. The new shell is then tested for precise fitting over the tooth.
The shell then leaves the factory for the lab, where layers of colored porcelain are painted on it. A skilled ceramist – an artist in every sense of the word – may apply up to 15 layers of porcelain to perfectly match the variations in the surrounding teeth. This labor-intensive process accounts for much of the cost of a high-quality crown.
The crown is then fired to making the porcelain more condensed throughout. More hand contouring follows, as required, and then is finished with a clear, ceramic gloss.
All of this work results in a fantastic crown for one of our patients!
If you have a broken tooth or old, unattractive crown, or want specifics about smile makeovers to get a beautiful smile for yourself, call 813-413-7518 to discuss the possibilities.
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Dental implants have evolved from the realm of cutting-edge dentistry, to mainstream dentistry. They are permanent replacement teeth for people who have lost a natural tooth, and they are available from Five Star Dental Care in Valrico.
