When looking into a mirror, what do you see? Do you focus on improvements that might be attained by improving your smile? Have you ever given thought to what could be achieved simply by a visit to your dentist?
Our cosmetic dentist has tools available to help you reach goals you might have thought were too expensive, too difficult or just “not for you”. Have you ever asked your dentist or hygienist what you might be able to do to improve your smile?
Are your teeth not white or bright enough? In-office or at-home teeth whitening is available. Don’t want to deal with it on your own? No problem. In-office teeth whitening can be completed in a few short hours. You just sit back, relax and enjoy your new, brighter smile
If you’ve been told whitening will not bring you the desired results, then perhaps porcelain veneers is the answer you’ve been waiting for. Porcelain veneers are made up of a thin material that is fitted over your prepared, natural tooth. The cosmetic dentist works much like an artist in that impressions are taken of the teeth that will receive the veneers, the shade of your teeth is matched to give you a natural appearance, and your dentist will place the veneers on your own teeth. The result is a brand new smile that looks so natural, no one will know you have veneers.
As we get older, our teeth can give away our age. Medications, wear and tear, lifestyle and diet are just a few of life’s roadblocks that contribute to our teeth’s appearance. That is why a visit with your dentist can offer many options to improve your appearance.
These processes are just two of the possibilities you have available to make those subtle changes that can make major improvements to your overall appearance. So if you have a few hours, that’s all it may take to make those life altering changes you’ve wanted to do for so long. Contact our cosmetic dentistry team at Florida Smile Studio for answers to the questions you have on how to improve that smile for many years to come!
If you are considering dental implants, one of the most important decisions you can make is which dental implant dentist to use. There are several things to keep in mind as you look for just the right person to help you regain your missing teeth. The right dentist can help ensure a successful procedure and long-term satisfaction with your implants.
Implant Dentistry Consultation
Your quest for dental implants should begin with a consultation with a dental implant dentist. You might even consult with more than one to be sure you’re comfortable with the recommended procedure as well as the dentist himself. As you speak to your dentist, there are several things to keep in mind.
Am I comfortable with this dentist?
Does the dentist answer all my questions?
Have I been referred to this dentist by satisfied patients?
Does the dentist have a before and after book or online gallery so I can see his previous work?
If you feel comfortable with the dentist, know people who have been happy with his past work, and feel you have gotten satisfactory answers to all of your questions, chances are that you will work well with this dentist.
Deciding on Dental Implants
If you are considering tooth replacement, dental implants are one of your best choices. They will last for many years and do not have to be refitted periodically like dentures. They also remain in your mouth permanently and do not shift or fall out at inconvenient times. The root of the implant is embedded directly in the jawbone, and so stimulates bone growth whenever you chew. This will keep your jaw healthy and prevent your face from changing shape over time, as can happen with long-term denture wearers.
During your consultation, you’ll also determine if you have any concerns or any health conditions that might interfere with your ability to successfully recover from an implant procedure. Be sure to ask any questions you might have, and in the end you are likely to be very pleased with your new teeth.
Contact us at Florida Smile Studio to schedule a dental implant consultation today.
A dental bridge is often used to replace one or two teeth that have teeth remaining on either side. The bridge is anchored to the adjacent teeth with crowns or wires. Dental implants can also be used to replace only one or two missing teeth without requiring reshaping of the adjacent teeth. When several teeth are missing, All-on-4 implants can also be a good permanent solution.
Bridgework vs. Dental Implants
The bridge is a way to place a permanent denture that replaces only one or two teeth. In a crown and bridge, the denture is anchored on either side by a crown that is placed on the adjacent teeth. These adjacent teeth must be reshaped to make room for the crown. This type of tooth replacement is permanent, and remains stationary in the mouth, but it does nothing to help prevent jawbone atrophy over time.
By contrast, dental implants do not require any other teeth to be altered. They are placed directly in the jawbone, where the bone bonds to the implant. In the long term, this bond not only holds the tooth securely in place, but also keeps the jawbone regenerating to prevent long-term bone loss. If you have already experienced some bone loss, which can reduce the likelihood of a successful implant procedure, All-on-4 implants might still be an option.
All-on-4 Implants
Traditional dental implants replace each individual tooth with a single implant. This requires a strong foundation of bone in the jaw. Without sufficient bone mass, your periodontist might recommend bone grafts. If you have thicker, stronger bone in certain areas of the jaw, such as in the back, an All-on-4 procedure takes advantage of this. The implants are angled to take advantage of the thicker bone. An entire arc of teeth, in the form of a removable denture, can be supported by only four implants. Our periodontist can determine if an All-on-4 procedure might be a good replacement for your current bridge.
Call us today at 954-905-2000 to discuss your implant options with Dr. Taskonak.
The term root canal actually refers to an area inside the tooth that houses the tooth pulp and the nerve that serves the tooth. When a tooth becomes seriously infected or severely decayed, clearing out this area of the tooth can be the best way to preserve it. Without the option of this root canal procedure, the tooth might have to be extracted.
Purpose of a Root Canal
A root canal is used to preserve a tooth that has been severely damaged by infection, decay, or trauma. The procedure removes the infected or decayed tissue, preventing further damage to adjacent teeth, or wider-spread infection. Usually when a dentist recommends a root canal, it is because the only other option is removal of the tooth.
Using a root canal to preserve a tooth helps keep your teeth in proper alignment. If the tooth is simply removed, you run the risk of having teeth shift and move into the empty space, disrupting your bite and possibly leading to uncomfortable side effects such as teeth grinding or temporomandibular joint disorder (TMD).
The Root Canal Procedure
Although the root canal dental procedure has a bad reputation, it is no more difficult or uncomfortable than a filling or a crown. Our dentist makes a small hole in the tooth, through which special tools are inserted and used to remove the infected tissue. After the infection and/or decay has been removed, the interior of the tooth is then thoroughly cleansed and filled. After this process, the dentist prepares the tooth for a crown.
After a root canal, there is no feeling left in the tooth, because the nerve has been removed. However, the tooth remains functional so that you can chew normally. With the original tooth left in place, your remaining teeth remain in proper alignment, preventing misalignment that can occur due to tooth loss.
If you feel you might be in need of a root canal to help preserve a damaged tooth, please contact our dentist in Fort Lauderdale to schedule an appointment or a consultation.
General dentistry is more than just cleaning your teeth and checking for cavities. Our dentist also performs a screening for any signs of oral cancer. The earlier this type of cancer is detected, the better, and our dentist is in the best position to find any signs that you might miss.
Symptoms of Oral Cancer
When a dentist evaluates your oral health during your regular appointment, he will examine your tongue, gums and cheeks for any signs there might be something wrong. Some signs both you and your dentist can keep an eye out for include:
Any unusual lumps
Red or white lesions or patches
Unusual bleeding
Problems chewing or swallowing
Numbness or discomfort in the mouth
If you notice any of these problems, be sure to bring them to Dr. Taskonak’s attention. Also be sure to visit the dentist regularly. During your dental appointments, our dentist can get a good look at your mouth and will examine your oral tissues closely. It is easier for your dentist to find symptoms of oral cancer earlier than you might be able to, because of the dentist’s different perspective and expertise. As with any form of cancer, early detection increases the odds of successful treatment.
Preventing Oral Cancer
Taking care of yourself helps prevent cancer of all kinds, including oral cancer. Maintain your oral health by brushing and flossing regularly and visiting your dentist. Smoking or use of smokeless tobacco products, like chewing tobacco, greatly increases your likelihood of developing oral cancer. Excessive alcohol use can also increase your risk. Other risk factors include:
A family history of oral cancer
Sun exposure
HPV (human papillomavirus)
Some cases of oral cancer, however, occur in the absence of any of these risk factors. It is important, then, to keep a close eye on your oral health, see us for regular appointments, including a cancer screening, and report any unusual symptoms to our dentist for evaluation.
Contact our office if you notice any symptoms or schedule a checkup with us today!
If you are considering dental implants, one of the most important decisions you can make is which dental implant dentist to use. There are several things to keep in mind as you look for just the right person to help you regain your missing teeth. The right dentist can help ensure a successful procedure and long-term satisfaction with your implants.
Implant Dentistry Consultation
Your quest for dental implants should begin with a consultation with a dental implant dentist. You might even consult with more than one to be sure you’re comfortable with the recommended procedure as well as the dentist himself. As you speak to your dentist, there are several things to keep in mind.
Am I comfortable with this dentist?
Does the dentist answer all my questions?
Have I been referred to this dentist by satisfied patients?
Does the dentist have a before and after book or online gallery so I can see his previous work?
If you feel comfortable with the dentist, know people who have been happy with his past work, and feel you have gotten satisfactory answers to all of your questions, chances are that you will work well with this dentist.
Deciding on Dental Implants
If you are considering tooth replacement, dental implants are one of your best choices. They will last for many years and do not have to be refitted periodically like dentures. They also remain in your mouth permanently and do not shift or fall out at inconvenient times. The root of the implant is embedded directly in the jawbone, and so stimulates bone growth whenever you chew. This will keep your jaw healthy and prevent your face from changing shape over time, as can happen with long-term denture wearers.
During your consultation, you’ll also determine if you have any concerns or any health conditions that might interfere with your ability to successfully recover from an implant procedure. Be sure to ask any questions you might have, and in the end you are likely to be very pleased with your new teeth.
A great smile does wonders to enhance a personality, increase confidence and the way others perceive you. Ever wondered what exactly makes up a ‘perfect’ smile? An ideal smile is not just white teeth, but it is essentially harmony or ‘balance’ of the teeth and gums displayed, with an individual’s face. The size, shape and hue of teeth, the shape of the gum line framing teeth, the degree of lip parting all add up to make a smile ‘just right’.
Aesthetic dentistry is aimed at producing dental work that enhances an individual’s appearance, and includes various procedures aimed at modifying dental appearance, especially that of highly visible front teeth. While these include cosmetic teeth reshaping, and veneering to alter the shape and look of teeth, just altering the teeth may not always suffice to change a smile, in some cases the gum line requires alteration as well. The cosmetic procedure of gum or gingival contouring involves selectively reshaping the gums to produce a more pleasing appearance.
‘Gummy smiles’ or excessive gum display, small appearing teeth, uneven looking teeth are common issues which though not always, but at many times, can be attributed to excess gum tissue or an imbalanced gum-line, which are amenable to the relatively non-invasive procedure of cosmetic gum contouring.
Cosmetic gum contouring can be planned as a part of an overall ‘smile designing’ treatment, where the shape of teeth are changed by veneers or orthodontics, and gingival reshaping is done as well. Orthodontic braces produce changes in position of teeth and predispose to gum inflammation as they make brushing difficult, and are often associated with some gum overgrowth. Thus, when the braces are removed, even though teeth may be aligned, their appearance may be short due to some areas of overgrown gum tissue. This usually requires cosmetic gum contouring to refine the aesthetics.
Prior to planning gum contouring, the dental team usually performs a smile analysis. Gum contouring, technically known as gingivectomy or gingivoplasty can be done in a single sitting under local anesthesia. Being minimally invasive it usually doesn’t require stitches and produces no or mild post-operative discomfort.
Contact our office today to find out what cosmetic treatment plans will work for you!
Periodontics is a branch of dentistry that focuses on the health of the gums. Healthy gums are vital to maintaining healthy teeth. In fact, severe gum disease is one of the main causes of tooth loss. If you do develop gum disease, there are several types of treatment. One of these is planing and scaling.
Symptoms of Gum Disease
Gum disease is a common problem, and can begin with mild symptoms you might not notice right away. Our dentist, though, can detect signs you might not see. When gum disease is diagnosed early, it can be treated more easily. Symptoms you should keep an eye out for include:
Bleeding when you brush your teeth
Redness or swelling in the gums
A purple or shiny look to the gums
During your regular dentist appointments, our dentist will also evaluate the pockets around your teeth. If they are too deep, this is an indication that gum disease might be more advanced. Based on the severity of your symptoms, our dentist will recommend a course of treatment.
Treatment for Gum Disease—Root Scaling and Planing
Early stages of gum disease, called gingivitis, are simply an inflammation of the gingival tissue. Brushing with a baking soda toothpaste or a similar toothpaste designed to reduce gingivitis symptoms might be the only necessary treatment. As the infection progresses, more extensive treatment might be required. One common treatment for gum disease is scaling and planing.
Scaling and planing is a deep cleaning technique in which the dentist thoroughly cleans tartar and plaque from the teeth below the gumline. In addition, the upper parts of the tooth roots are planed to make them smoother. The smoother surfaces are less likely to collect additional plaque and tartar. The procedure is usually performed under a local anesthetic, sometimes accompanied with sedation. The gums are then allowed to heal. Without the excess tartar, they can return to a normal, healthy condition. If you continue to take good care of them after your treatment, they will remain healthy.
Call us at East Broward Dental to schedule your appointment or consultation with Dr. Taskonak.
Dentures are a common form of tooth replacement, both on their own and in combination with dental implants, as in implant supported dentures. If you have missing teeth, you probably have questions about dentures, how they work, and what the best replacement solution is for you.
How long do dentures last? If cared for properly, dentures can last for many years. As the shape of your mouth changes over time, you might need to have them relined or even remade so thy fit the new contours of your mouth and jawbone.
How do I take care of my dentures? Dentures should be kept moist when they are not in your mouth so the lining—the portion that sits directly on your gums—does not dehydrate. They should also be brushed or cleaned regularly to keep bacteria and plaque from building up on them, which can cause gum disease.
What are my options for dentures? Traditional dentures rest directly on the gums. Another option is implant supported dentures. This treatment used dental implants to hold a denture in place. The denture can be removed for cleaning, but remains stationary when it is in your mouth.
Is it difficult to get used to dentures? Today’s dentures are easier to wear than in years past. They are made to fit as comfortably as possible and to take up as little room as possible in your mouth. Still, it will probably take a few days to get used to them. Until you adjust, they might feel bulky in your mouth and cause excess production of saliva. With some practice, you should be able to eat and talk normally.
What is the advantage to implant supported dentures? Traditional dentures can shift in the mouth and can make it difficult to eat certain types of foods. Implant supported dentures are held stationary by the anchoring implants. In addition, the implants help encourage the bone in your jaw to regenerate. Long-term wearers of traditional dentures often experience bone loss over time, which can lead to changes in the shape of your face. Implant supported dentures can slow or prevent this process.
Call the office of Dr. Taskonak to schedule a time to speak with our professional about your denture options.
Dental implants are posts that are inserted into the jawbone and covered with a cap, or artificial tooth, in order to replace a lost tooth. Dental implants fuse with the jaw and the cap is color-matched to surrounding teeth, creating a permanent replacement tooth that looks and acts like your other natural teeth.
Dental implants are used by an implant dentist to replace teeth lost for a number of reasons, including physical damage from cracking. More than one implant can be placed in the mouth; in fact, the placement of dental implants can prevent the loss of further teeth because they stimulate the jaw and prevent the bone from weakening.
There are several levels of severity of cracks in a tooth. Most cracks are craze lines, which are small lines on the enamel of the teeth that do not require any treatment. Cracks in the cusp, or chewing surface, of the teeth that do not affect the pulp can also be treated by means other than in implant.
More serious cracks run vertically from the enamel down into the pulp, or nerve center, of the tooth. If left untreated, the pulp may become exposed, causing pain, inflammation, infection, and possibly the eventual loss of a tooth. These forms of cracks can sometimes be treated with a root canal, which involves removing the pulp and sealing the tooth.
A split tooth is the most severe form of crack, and it cannot be saved. The tooth will be removed and can be replaced with a dental implant. The implant will function like a normal tooth, and will not require any additional care after it heals.
Routine oral care, such as twice-daily brushing and daily flossing, will help the implant last for years.
A split tooth is typically the only form of a crack where you will likely need to replace it with an implant. In other, less serious cases of cracked teeth, there are often other options available.
If you have a cracked tooth and would like to learn more about your treatment options, contact the office of Dr. Burak Taskonak, serving Fort Lauderdale and the surrounding areas, at 954-905-2000 to schedule your consultation.
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When looking into a mirror, what do you see? Do you focus on improvements that might be attained by improving your smile? Have you ever given thought to what could be achieved simply by a visit to your dentist?
If you are considering 
A dental bridge is often used to replace one or two teeth that have teeth remaining on either side. The bridge is anchored to the adjacent teeth with crowns or wires. Dental implants can also be used to replace only one or two missing teeth without requiring reshaping of the adjacent teeth. When several teeth are missing, All-on-4 implants can also be a good permanent solution.
The term root canal actually refers to an area inside the tooth that houses the tooth pulp and the nerve that serves the tooth. When a tooth becomes seriously infected or severely decayed, clearing out this area of the tooth can be the best way to preserve it. Without the option of this root canal procedure, the tooth might have to be extracted.
General dentistry is more than just 
If you are considering 
A great smile does wonders to enhance a personality, increase confidence and the way others perceive you. Ever wondered what exactly makes up a ‘perfect’ smile? An ideal smile is not just white teeth, but it is essentially harmony or ‘balance’ of the teeth and gums displayed, with an individual’s face. The size, shape and hue of teeth, the shape of the gum line framing teeth, the degree of lip parting all add up to make a smile ‘just right’.
Periodontics is a branch of dentistry that focuses on the health of the gums. Healthy gums are vital to maintaining healthy teeth. In fact, severe gum disease is one of the main causes of tooth loss. If you do develop gum disease, there are several types of 
Dental implants are posts that are inserted into the jawbone and covered with a cap, or artificial tooth, in order to replace a lost tooth. Dental implants fuse with the jaw and the cap is color-matched to surrounding teeth, creating a permanent replacement tooth that looks and acts like your other natural teeth.
