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Porcelain Veneers and a Healthy Chewing System

If you have been wearing porcelain veneers for years but find that you are replacing your restorations more than you should schedule an appointment.

A visit with a cosmetic dentist in Delray Beach will be able to confirm if your bad bite and TMJD is the reason you can’t seem to keep porcelain veneers for more than a couple of years.

According to Dr. George Sanchez temporomandibular joint disorder is a major culprit when it comes to tooth wear. It is also a major concern where dental restorations are concerned.

Dental restorations should last more than 24 months. However, if you are clenching and grinding your natural teeth and your restorations will bear the brunt of your bruxism.

Bruxism Dentist in Delray Beach

Bruxism is the clinical term for tooth grinding. Chronic tooth grinders or bruxers, often wear teeth and restorations down to the point of no return. If this is you, or you know someone who has bruxism set up an appointment with Dr. George Dental.

This Delray Beach dentist will examine your entire chewing system so that you can enjoy dental restorations, including porcelain veneers for five to seven years. Even more if your chewing system is healthy and you are free from decay and disease.

Your Chewing System and Porcelain Veneers

What some people don’t realize is that your chewing system is comprised of nerves, muscles, tendons and tissues.

All of these must be working together so that you can enjoy your natural teeth for the rest of your life.

For instance, if you have a problem with your temporomandibular joint or deal with a cross bite you’ll have problems. Teeth are meant to be balanced. Even one chipped tooth can cause issues for the rest of your smile.

When your Delray Beach cosmetic dentist examines your smile he will also be looking at your chewing system including your TMJ and bite. Unfortunately not all dentists are trained to look for jaw joint or bite issues, but Dr. George Sanchez is.

Cosmetic Dentistry Your Bite and Your Joints

You and your family are in the best hands when it comes to any type of restorative or cosmetic dentistry including porcelain veneers.

You won’t believe how great your smile will look when you add a dash of cosmetic dentistry to the mix with porcelain veneers. With that being said your joints and bite must be in good health before Dr. George will proceed.

If you would like to learn more send a direct message. Dr. George and his team are ready to make you smile. Call for more information now.

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Missing Teeth are Problematic for Your Smile

Your Delray Beach dentist cannot stress the importance of having all of your teeth. Missing teeth are problematic at best and will cause issues for your smile.

Crowding and gum disease are just a couple of the problems that come with a lost smile.

The Issues You Have with Missing Teeth

As previously mentioned missing teeth cause your other teeth to crowd each other. They do this because they are trying to fill the space.

Because teeth move towards the vacant space it will throw your bite off. According to your Delray Beach implant dentist any slight movement affects your bite.

As teeth move closer together it makes flossing nearly impossible as well. Missing teeth make it hard to brush and floss meaning you are more susceptible to tooth decay and gingivitis.

Problems Chewing and Talking

Even one missing tooth can make it hard to enjoy a meal. In addition hard foods can get into the space scratching your gums.

Moreover, avoiding certain types of foods because you just can’t eat them could also lead to dietary problems including malnutrition or obesity.

A lost tooth will affect the way you talk. If you are missing a tooth or teeth you will need to adjust your speech to avoid slurring and lisping.

Bone Loss with Missing Teeth

If you follow the Dr. George Dental Blog you will remember that tooth roots exercise the bone. Bone stimulation is what keeps the tooth healthy.

Moreover, it’s what keeps you looking young. When you lose a tooth your face will sag making you appear older than you really are.

Confidence and Self Esteem

Self-esteem and confidence go hand in hand. If your smile isn’t worth sharing because of missing teeth it will affect how you feel about yourself.

Dental implants are your best defense and will help boost your self-confidence. Implants can also help you when it comes to your next job interview as well.

Dental Implants for Missing Teeth

Dental implants are what Dr. George Sanchez recommends. Because dental implants are a permanent replacement they will last forever. They will last forever as long as you practice good oral hygiene.

People with dental implants still need to schedule twice yearly, or more, dental visits as gum disease can still happen to patients with this type of tooth replacement.

Think of it this way, you probably lost your smile to gum disease. You don’t want your implants to fail for the same reason.

If you have missing teeth talk to Dr. George about dental implants. This type of tooth replacement really will change your life.

Send a direct message and schedule an appointment today.

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Tooth Grinding and Silver Amalgam Fillings

Did you know that tooth grinding, even occasionally while under stress, can cause serious problems for your teeth and your old silver amalgam fillings?

What’s worse is that tooth grinding also causes issues for your dental restorations, especially if those restorations are silver amalgam.

Silver Amalgam Fillings and Mercury

If you follow this dental blog you will know that Dr. George Dental is a dental practice in Delray Beach that only offers mercury free dentistry.

What that means for you and your family is healthier teeth and gums and a heathier body.

Dr. George Sanchez is a mercury free dentist who will not take chances with the health and wellbeing of you and your family teeth and gums.

While some argue that silver amalgam fillings are completely fine and safe for teeth others do not agree. Dr. George Dental in Delray Beach is one of those dental practices that doesn’t. Moreover, Dr. Sanchez is totally mercury free.

Silver Amalgam Fillings can be Toxic

Mercury is not used much at all these days, except when it comes to dental fillings. Those old thermometers were pulled from the market long ago because of the poisonous mercury that told you how hot or cold it was.

Christmas bulbs that bubbled mercury and other mercury filled items are long gone as well, but again, not silver amalgam fillings.

The FDA and ADA both agree that silver amalgam fillings are not toxic and fine for teeth, but those who know the truth have a different opinion on the matter.

Dr. George explains that when a filling contracts and expands, which mercury fillings do, the material will not be sealed to the tooth.

In addition, if a filling cracks or chips or becomes loose at the seal, leaks occur as well. Moreover silver fillings won’t protect the tooth from further decay.

White Fillings are Better for Teeth

The best way to avoid any potential contact is to get rid of your silver amalgam fillings. Have them removed and replace them with biodegradable restorations matched to the rest of the tooth. Dr. George and his team have the equipment and experience to safely remove your dental restorations.

After removing the dental restorations your teeth are filled with a beautiful and safe alternative that is matched to the rest of your smile.

Of course if Dr. George discovers that you are grinding your teeth more than you should an oral appliance may be recommended to help protect your new dental fillings and any other restorations.

Silver Amalgam Fillings Be Gone

If you still have your old restorations or grind your teeth schedule an appointment with Dr. George Dental. Your teeth will be thanking you for it for the rest of your life.

Send a direct message and schedule an appointment today.

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Tooth Whitening Make it Professional

Tooth whitening is nothing to mess around with. According to your Delray Beach cosmetic dentist, overdoing teeth bleaching could cause serious issues which could be permanent.

These days anyone can purchase professional products online but that doesn’t mean they should.

That is why professional tooth whitening is the only thing you should consider when it comes to lightening your smile.

Skip the Mail Order Bleaching

Social media feeds are filled with brands touting excellent results from mail order whitening kits.

With that being said, those bleaching kits online could make your teeth sensitive. Dr. George Sanchez explains that those mail order whitening kits could also make your teeth look blue or even see through. Sadly, those problematic issues could be permanent.

The only way to avoid mishaps with over the counter and mail order bleaching kits is to schedule an appointment with your cosmetic dentist in Delray Beach.

KoR Professional Teeth Whitening

Dr. George Sanchez is a preferred KoR whitening provider and has been lightening teeth for decades.

Your Delray Beach cosmetic dentist prefers KoR because it works on both exterior and interior stains. That is something that other professional tooth whitening products are not able to do.

Is Professional Tooth Whitening for Everyone?

While most people with natural teeth are excellent candidates for KoR professional teeth whitening those who have restorations, for example porcelain veneers and dental crowns are not ideal for teeth whitening.

This is because artificial teeth cannot be whitened with any type of bleaching product, not even professional teeth whitening products.

If you have restorations that have seen better days, talk to Dr. George Dental. Dr. George will be able to examine your teeth and restorations to determine the best course of action for your new smile. That course of action could be new veneers or cosmetic dental crowns.

KoR Professional Teeth Whitening works on interior stains, something that those over the counter polishes, gels, pastes, strips and rinses aren’t able to do. Most other professional bleaching systems aren’t able to brighten intrinsic stains either, but KoR is.

Cosmetic Dentistry and Tooth Whitening

If you are having other types of cosmetic dentistry along with tooth whitening, for example, veneers or crowns, your dentist will lighten your teeth first so that your restorations will match your new smile.

Whiter teeth will make you smile. Call and schedule an appointment for professional tooth whitening in Delray Beach today.

Your smile will thank you for it. Send a direct message and schedule your bleaching appointment today.

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The Best Dental Care Delray Beach

For the best in dental care in Delray Beach you won’t find a more proactive and compassionate dentist than Dr. George Sanchez.

This family dentist provides dental care for people of all ages, including toddlers and seniors.

One of the best things about Dr. George Dental is no silver fillings. That’s right. This dentist’s office in Delray Beach is mercury free.

Mercury Free Dentistry Delray Beach

If you are unaware there has been a debate for a few years now. That debate concerns the safety of silver amalgam restorations.

According to Dr. George Sanchez dental amalgam is toxic and while both the FDA and ADA see nothing wrong with it, this Delray Beach dental care office disagrees.

While some argue that mercury is natural, it doesn’t mean it is safe. In fact, in 2008 Sweden, Norway and Denmark banned the use of silver amalgam fillings.

Over the years old mercury thermometers and other types of devices containing mercury have been taken off the market, but not silver amalgam fillings.

Because the vapor from the mercury is released when you chew your body and tissues absorb the toxic materials. Research indicates the long term effects range from chronic conditions such as muscle aches, respiratory problems and anxiety.

Proper Dental Care

Your dentist in Delray Beach explains that silver amalgam fillings are not healthy. Moreover, they aren’t the best when it comes to filling and repairing damaged teeth either.

In addition to the silver, amalgam fillings also contain nickel and tin. When metals heat they contract and expand.

Because of the contractions and expansions the metal can cause fractures and cracks in the tooth. The margins will also get loose. This causes leakage. If fillings are compromised decay can easily invade the rest of the tooth as well.

Dental Care that is Healthy

Dr. George Dental only uses biocompatible materials for dental restorations. You will never have to worry about silver amalgam fillings because this Delray Beach family dentist doesn’t use them. That makes the choice for a family dentist in Delray Beach even easier.

In addition to amalgam free fillings, Dr. George Dental uses the latest in dental technology along with cosmetic dentistry solutions such as porcelain veneers, Invisalign® and of course, mercury free dental restorations.

Delray Beach Dental Care

When it comes to the best dental care in Delray Beach you won’t do better than Dr. George Dental. Book your online appointment with Dr. George Dental Care today.

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A Cosmetic Dentist for a Summer Smile

Summer means showing off more skin and a fabulous smile, especially in Florida. However, if your grin is less than willing to comply when it comes to fabulous it’s time to schedule an appointment with a cosmetic dentist in Delray Beach.

Dr. George Sanchez Dental understands how frustrating it can be when you look in the mirror and everything else looks great except for your teeth and gums.

A Trusting Cosmetic Dentist

If you have ever seen someone who seems to have perfect teeth but up close they aren’t so perfect this person could have had some bad dental work.

Sadly not all dentists are educated when it comes to cosmetic dentistry. In other words, perfecting veneer placement takes more than a couple of weekend seminars.

Dr. George Sanchez prides himself on continued education following science and whatever comes next in the dental word. In addition he is always keeping up with dental technology and all things dental.

Dental Technology in the 21^st Century

Your smile says everything about who you are and if yours is affecting your self-esteem it is time to see a cosmetic dentist in Delray Beach. For some stained teeth are the issue, for others it’s missing teeth.

Regardless of what is causing your sad smile, your Delray Beach cosmetic dentist is ready to change the way you feel about yourself, especially when it comes to turning up the corners of your mouth.

Laser with a Cosmetic Dentist

One of the most remarkable dental technologies to come about in the 21^st century is laser dentistry. Laser dentistry allows your dentist in Delray Beach to treat hard and soft tissue along with bone all without direct contact.

Since the 1990s doctors have been using laser dentistry for a wide variety of issues. Each laser has its own wavelength. In other words the lasers direct what type of energy interacts with the tissue.

Your Delray Beach family dentist uses laser energized water. This replaces traditional drills for treating tooth decay. This eliminates discomfort and pain as well.

Dr. George and his team use laser dentistry for gum disease, tooth decay, root canal therapy and perimplantitis as well.

For the most modern dental technology Dr. George Dental is the best. As a dentist who loves everything dental you can only imagine what he and his team will be unveiling next.

A Cosmetic Dentist in Delray Beach

For the best in modern dental technology Dr. George can’t be beat. Schedule a no obligation consultation. This cosmetic dentist in Delray Beach is ready to help you smile.

Call or send a direct message today.

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Clear Plastic Aligners Be Choosy

If you have been toying with the idea of clear plastic aligners for teeth straightening talk to Dr. George Dental. Having a dentist by your side during treatment time is essential if you want your results to be positive.

If you follow this dental blog in Delray Beach you will recall the dangers of mail order or online braces hopefully steering clear of the temptation opting for Invisalign® instead.

Online Plastic Aligners Not a Good Idea

If you haven’t been following this blog and want a quick summary, removable mail order or online braces are not monitored by a dentist.

This could cause serious complications for your teeth and jawbone growth. In addition not all people are suitable for removable aligners.

With mail order aligners everyone is a candidate making them incredibly unsafe for all concerned. Moreover, there is no dentist to visit every six weeks to check on your progress.

Prescription Clear Plastic Aligners

Dr. George Sanchez is licensed to provide patients with prescription clear plastic aligners to straighten teeth. Invisalign® has been around for decades and is the the Gold Standard when it comes to removable clear braces.

Straight Teeth More Than Esthetic

While you may think the only advantage of straight teeth is looks there are other reasons to use clear plastic aligners from Invisalign for crooked teeth.

Your Delray Beach cosmetic dentist explains that straight teeth are easier to maintain, brush and floss.

Crooked teeth are difficult to brush and floss. This means decay and bacteria have no problem getting into your teeth and gums.

Straight teeth mean healthy teeth and gums because you can keep them cleaner. You will also find it easier to eat and enjoy the foods that you love.

When teeth are too close together, overlap or are too far apart bacteria will thrive loving every minute of your not so perfect smile. When teeth are too close you are also at risk for inflammation and gum disease.

Invisalign

While Invisalign® is the perfect solution for most it is up to Dr. George to decide. As previously mentioned not all people are good fits for clear plastic aligners.

People with severe cross or over bites or large gaps between teeth may do better with conventional wires and brackets.

In addition those who are less diligent may not be suitable as Invisalign® needs to be worn 22 hours every day. The only time the clear plastic aligners are removed is when you eat, drink, brush and floss.

If you would like to learn more about Invisalign® c all or send a direct message and talk to Dr. George Dental in Delray Beach today.

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Sedation Dentistry if You Just Can’t

If you or someone you know is deathly afraid of the dentist it is time to schedule an appointment with a dentist in Delray Beach for sedation dentistry.

For decades Dr. George Dental has helped people like you overcome dental anxiety with simple solutions that work for everyone.

Sedation Dentistry for Dental Anxiety

For some the thought of having someone so close to their face is a deal breaker. Those same people have foregone necessary dental checkups just because of dental fear.

These patients and others who just can’t stand anyone in their space love sedation dentistry. Sedation dentistry is a life saver and teeth and gum saver as well.

Avoiding the dentist causes all sorts of issues for teeth and gums. For instance, if you have a toothache and let it go because of dental fear it will get worse. Obviously decay and disease won’t magically heal themselves. This is where sedation dentistry comes in.

Regardless of your level of dental anxiety, Dr. George Sanchez and his team have a solution. From laughing gas to IV dental sedation for dental surgeries and multiple procedures during the same appointment you can’t go wrong when you become a patient of Dr. George Dental in Delray Beach.

No Judgement with Dental Sedation

One of the biggest fears people have when they see the dentist is judgement. You will never experience this type of treatment from any team member when it comes to you Delray Beach dentist.

Even if you haven’t been to the dentist in decades you will feel the compassion and dedication when you become a patient of this family dentist in Delray Beach.

Dr. George Dental just wants to get your teeth and gums healthy and could care less what they look like during your first visit and initial dental consultation.

Decay and Disease

When it comes to tooth decay and gum disease it is imperative that it is taken care of as quickly as possible. Early dental treatment prevents large fillings, dental crowns and intensive periodontal therapy.

Scheduling regular dental appointments means you are less likely to need fillings and gum disease treatment because you are practicing proactive and preventive dentistry.

Delray Beach Sedation Dentistry

Don’t wait until you can’t stand the pain. Call and schedule a sedation dentistry appointment with Dr. George Dental in Delray Beach today. Your teeth and gums will thank you for it.

Call or send a direct message and schedule an appointment today.

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It’s National Facial Protection Awareness Month

It’s that time of the year when everyone in Delray Beach is enjoying the weather. With that being said it is also National Facial Protection Awareness Month.

Dr. George Dental and his team are helping spread the word about National Facial Protection month.

During April, and the rest of the warmer months, there is an increase in head and mouth injuries as people enjoy the great outdoors.

Be Aware All Year

Although it’s important to remain diligent year round, April is the first month of spring. During spring and summer there are thousands of head and mouth injuries.

This makes April the perfect time to remind people how important head and facial protection is. It’s also the perfect time for National Facial Protection Awareness month.

The annual event is sponsored by the American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons, the American Association of Orthodontists, the American Academy or Pediatric Dentistry, the American Dental Association and the Academy for Sports Dentistry.

National Facial Protection Month is held each year. This event is the time to remind coaches, athletes, parents and caregivers the importance of facial protection.

National Facial Protection Awareness

Wearing a helmet will save your life, but did you know that adding a custom made mouth guard to the uniform could save your tooth or jaw?

According to your Delray Beach family dentist hundreds of trips to the emergency room could be prevented had a mouth guard been included in the picture.

Types of Mouth Protection

Dr. George explains there are three types of mouth guards available. While all three devices provide some protection and are better than nothing, a custom made mouth guard is at the top of the list when it comes to protection.

A mouth guard that fits is more likely to be worn because custom made mouth guards are made from an impression of your mouth. In addition they fit like a glove.

The other two types of mouth protectors will get the job done but they aren’t comfortable. In fact, because standard and even boil and bite mouth guards aren’t custom made they tend to be the opposite. Some players say they can’t even breathe when wearing one.

National Facial Protection Awareness Custom Made

Your family dentist in Delray Beach is equipped to supply you and your entire family with custom made mouth guards for sports. It really is the best way to keep everyone safe from a flying ball or bat.

For more information call today. National Facial Protection Awareness is a great time for a mouth guard call or send a direct message to Dr. George Dental today.

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Silver Amalgam Fillings Let Them Go

Your Mercury Free Dentist Can Help

Knowing when to get rid of your silver amalgam fillings isn’t a tough decision. Your Delray Beach mercury free dentist explains that holding on to your old restorations can cause serious problems for overall health.

Dr. George Dental is a no silver zone. In other words you won’t find a single silver amalgam restoration at his dental practice in Delray Beach.

Mercury Free Dentist

Silver amalgam fillings are considered safe by the Food and Drug Administration and the American Dental Association. However, those fillings aren’t good for your body if they are cracked, chipped or broken.

Silver Amalgam is Problematic

Although the mercury is contained in the amalgam, problems start to happen if the filling chips or cracks.

Broken amalgam means leaky fillings. If your fillings are leaking the mercury has to go somewhere. That somewhere is through your bloodstream into the rest of your body.

The AMA and the ADA claim that because the vapor is released over time it is not toxic. However, the spread of mercury speeds up if the filling is damaged.

In other words, if you don’t have a mercury free dentist such as Dr. George inspect your old silver amalgam fillings regularly you could be asking for trouble.

While you won’t always be able to tell if your silver fillings are compromised there are some signs to watch for if you still have old silver amalgam fillings.

Signs of Leakage

If your silver amalgam fillings are looking darker it could mean the metal is leaking into the tooth. If you still have the nerves you could notice pain. In addition the filling may give under pressure.

Physical Signs of Poisoning Include:

Irritability
Chronic Fatigue
Muscle Weakness
Memory Loss
Speech or Hearing Impairment
Trouble Walking
Depression
Metallic Taste in Mouth
Restlessness
Insomnia
Sensitive to Food
Gastrointestinal Problems
Abnormal Heartbeat
Skin Disorders
Hypothyroidism

Don’t Ignore the Signs

As you can see leaky fillings are nothing to ignore. If you have been feeling any of the above or notice anything peculiar about your old silver amalgam fillings schedule an appointment with your mercury free dentist in Delray Beach.

No Silver Amalgam Fillings with a Mercury Free Dentist

Dr. George Sanchez only uses biocompatible fillings that are matched to the rest of the tooth.

Tooth colored fillings not only look better, but are also much safer. Tooth colored fillings are strong and sturdy as well.

Don’t let your old silver amalgam fillings make you sick. Call or send a direct message and schedule an appointment with your mercury free dentist in Delray Beach today.

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