Read below a safety testimonial from a patient of 10 years. As I walked through the door at Impeccable Smiles, I was greeted by Laura as she asked me to fill out a COVID-19 questionnaire form as I was doing that she took my temperature. I passed the temp check and then was asked to sit in the waiting room until they called my name. They are spacing patients out enough to only have one person at a time in the waiting room. They called my name, and I was taken back and asked the swish for 1 minute with Listerine before I entered the cleaning room. When I went in for my cleaning, all the chairs and instruments are wrapped in plastic covers. My dental hygienist made me feel very comfortable by wearing a level 3 mask, gloves, and hair bonnets. I had my x-rays done and then onto the cleaning, where my hygienist put on a face shield before proceeding with my cleaning. I appreciated that my cleaning room also had a HEPA/UV Germ Guardian Hospital Grade Air Purifier running. In between all procedures, the common areas were wipe down too. In the end, I swish for 1 minute again with Listerine. I was escorted out to the front desk and paid for my treatment. I left feeling very safe and knew that Impeccable Smiles always has my safety first. Thank you for making a dreaded visit a pleasure! Happy Patient July 2020

Many people in this world joke about how they do not like going to the dentist, but for many this is a terrifying reality that they must face. Fear of going to the dentist, also known as dentophobia, can usually be rooted to a certain traumatic event that may have taken place. Because of this crippling anxiety, which nearly 75% of the adult American population have some small degree of dentophobia, those who suffer put off going to the dentist. Luckily, with the advancements in modern medicine those who suffer with this fear do not have to do so any longer with sedation dentistry. Even if a fear of going to the dentist is keeping you from keeping your appointments, looking into sedation may be more of a benefit. Going regularly to your dentist is not only vital to making sure your teeth are healthy, but to make sure your overall health is being taken care of. Different types of sedation dentistry are available for the most anxious to the mildly nervous. Sedation dentistry uses the assistance of medication to help make the patient feel more relaxed while in the dentist’s chair. Ranging from minimally sedated, where you are awake but relaxed, to deep sedation, which is where you can be on the edge of consciousness but are still able to be awakened. General anesthesia is where the patient is totally unconscious. So you may be wondering what types of sedation are used to make you feel less nervous about going to the dentist. The first type of sedation is breathing in nitrous oxide (more commonly known as “Laughing gas”) which is combined with oxygen. Breathing in this mixture of gas helps to make the patient feel relaxed. This is a type of mild sedation that wears off quickly once the mask is removed. Oral sedation can be taken in pill form an hour before the procedure (this results in a mild form) while a heavier dose can be administered at the dentist office right before the procedure. An IV sedation is typically administered through a vein which makes the sedation work much more quickly. This also allows the dentist to adjust the levels of sedation throughout the procedure. For those who suffer more of a crippling anxiety when visiting the dentist, deep sedation or general anesthesia is available. These medications can cause the patients to become almost of completely unconscious while having the procedure done and not be awoken until the anesthesia naturally wears off. While most patients who receive sedation while visiting their dentist suffer nervousness, sedation can also be administered to patients who may have a low threshold for pain, children who cannot sit still during their visits, those with a bad gag reflex or suffer with sensitive teeth. While looking for sedation dentistry in Lutz, FL make sure to check out Impeccable Smiles. Not only does our office offer sedation dentistry, but it is our goal to make sure our patients feel as relaxed and comfortable in our dentist’s chair as they would in their favorite chair at home. Call and schedule an appointment today!

Now more than ever, it is crucial to have a healthy smile! Our teeth have such an important role to play in our lives. They help us chew and digest food, they help us talk and speak clearly, and they also give our face its shape. A healthy smile can truly transform our visual appearance, […] The post Keeping your teeth for life appeared first on Impeccable Smiles.

Dental and oral health is an essential part of your overall health and well-being. Poor oral hygiene can lead to dental cavities and gum disease and is linked to heart disease, cancer, and diabetes. Maintaining healthy teeth and gums is a lifelong commitment. The earlier you learn proper oral hygiene habits — such as brushing, […] The post Boost Your Immune System! Poor Oral Health leads to Poor Health. appeared first on Impeccable Smiles.

At Impeccable Smiles, we offer several types of dental implant procedures. We are here to help pick out what option is right for you.  Single tooth replacement Lose a tooth from an accident or a dental condition? This is the procedure for you. There are three components to this procedure. The implant bonds to the […] The post Not All Dental Implants Are Created Equal appeared first on Impeccable Smiles.

We all make new year’s resolutions, but many of us are not likely to follow through. Turning over a new leaf in the New Year can be tricky, but finding a way to stick with it is essential when that new leaf benefits your health. If you want to take better care when looking after […] The post New Year’s Resolutions For A Healthier Mouth from Impeccable Smiles appeared first on Impeccable Smiles.

Painful aching joints and a general feeling of being unwell are often the first signs of rheumatoid arthritis (RA). Affecting nearly 1.5 million Americans between the ages of 30 and 70, three times as many women than men are diagnosed with the disorder. Rheumatoid arthritis is an autoimmune disease, and like all other autoimmune related […] The post Rheumatoid Arthritis & Periodontal Disease appeared first on Impeccable Smiles.

Know anybody who is missing all their teeth? Know anybody who hates their dentures? I am certain that everyone knows at least one person who is wearing, or attempting to wear, dentures. Every day I have patients who are surprised that we fully expect them to keep their teeth for the rest of their lives. […] The post Are Your Dentures Driving You Crazy? Consider Implant Over-Dentures  appeared first on Impeccable Smiles.

Most people feel more confident when they have a symmetrical, bright smile, and for both children and adults, properly aligned teeth can significantly boost their self-confidence. Straightening teeth has become a relatively standard procedure for the young and old alike for various reasons, including wanting an “Impeccable Smile”; better jaw relations to improve TMJ disorders; increased […] The post Clear Aligners Vs. Traditional Orthodontic Braces appeared first on Impeccable Smiles.