General Dentistry

Mar5

Urgent Care Expertise Serves Your Family

Categories: Dental Emergency, Dental Health, General Dentistry

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It’s good to know that Your Time Dental Urgent Care is here for you. Whether it’s a dental emergency after hours. A toothache on the weekend.

No appointment is necessary. If you can, give us a call on your way over. (With a hands-free phone, of course.)

Crisis or No Crisis

But you don’t have to wait for a dental crisis.

Remember that we provide general and cosmetic dentistry in Gibsonton as well as emergency services.

Why Use Your Time Dental Urgent Care For General Dentistry?

Emergency dentists have an extensive breadth of experience. We can complete a root canal when it’s an emergency. Or a cosmetic dental smile makeover when it’s not.

Urgent Care Expertise Serves Your Family

If you need a family dentist, don’t rule us out. Our urgent care specialties are a benefit. We provide advanced cosmetic dentistry. As well as general preventative dental care.

A Schedule Emergency?

Of course, we are here when you have a serious dental need. Even if the ’emergency’ is a busy schedule. Convenience solves a schedule crisis.

General Dentistry Plus Convenience: A Winning Combination

Emergency dental know-how is a great advantage.

Keep Your Time Dental Urgent Care in mind when choosing a family or general dentist. We provide check-ups and fillings. Plus these dental services:

  • Root canals
  • Toothache relief
  • Tooth extractions
  • Sedation dentistry
  • Cosmetic dentistry
  • Crowns
  • Fillings

Contact Your Time Dental Urgent Care:

813-519-0128

Location (Tap to open in Google Maps):

13145 Kings Lake Drive Ste 105B
Gibsonton, Florida
33534

 

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Feb19

Advanced Dental Technology At Your Time Dental Urgent Care

Categories: Cosmetic Dentistry, General Dentistry, Restorative Dentistry

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Today’s article highlights how behind-the-scenes dental technology helps us serve our patients.

CAD/CAM

CAD (computer-aided design) and CAM (computer-aided manufacturing) are used for many restorative services. These include same-day inlays/onlays and crowns.

Dentists who offer dental implants can use CAD/CAM technology in every phase of the dental implant procedure.

CAD/CAM is also used in dental laboratories to engineer crowns, bridges, implants, veneers, and ceramic braces.

Digital Imaging

Most Florida dental offices use digital X-rays. Real-time digital images help dentists more easily make diagnoses. Dentists can enlarge and otherwise optimize a digital image to get a clearer picture of what’s going on.

Digital X-rays emit up to 70% less radiation. Plus, they are easier to store and access. Because they don’t require film or processing chemicals, they are more eco-friendly than conventional X-rays.

Lasers

Pinpoint-precise Diode lasers are used in dental care including crown lengthening, root scaling, biopsies, root canals, teeth whitening, oral lesion removal, and treatment of tooth decay.

Laser procedures often limit the need for anesthesia. They cause less bleeding because the laser stimulates blood clotting. Lasers help sterilize the treatment area, reducing the risk of infection.

The latest technology helps our team provide extraordinary dental service to our patients. The future of dentistry is here today at Your Time Dental Urgent Care.

Contact Your Time Dental Urgent Care:

813-519-0128

Location (Tap to open in Google Maps):

13145 Kings Lake Drive Ste 105B
Gibsonton, Florida
33534

 

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Feb12

Top 6 Ways To Destroy A Beautiful Smile

Categories: Dental Emergency, General Dentistry, Restorative Dentistry

porcelain veneers cost TampaHere are some guidelines on some daily activities that can definitely contribute to tooth issues that may require emergency services. Although we’d love to see you, we always hope you don’t have to visit us under urgent or painful circumstances.

1. Be a Builder Not a Wrecker
Bacteria are constantly trying to build an empire in your mouth, give it what it wants: juice, soda, chewy candy for the small crevices and hard to reach surfaces!

2. Let Acid Rock It!
Energy drinks, diet soda, red wine, coffee, tea. Great at staining and wearing away surfaces. The perfect magnet for acid-loving bacteria. So avoid gums with Xylitol and Recaldent and shoot for foods and beverages containing citric acid and the super-duper sourest of candies.

3. Enjoy an Overcast Day Every Day
Lighting up and remaining in a tobacco fog is an efficient way to achieve the vibrant yellow hue we’re all looking for in tooth apparel.

4. Toss out Toothbrush and Floss
Avoid brushing after every single meal with a soft, gentle bristled toothbrush and fend off the urge to floss twice a day. This is critical if you want the bacteria to take over and result in gum disease and tooth decay.

5. Use Your Teeth as Tools
Hammer, wrench, screwdriver, scissors, bottle-opener. Use your imagination. Who needs a toolbox when you’ve got 32 solid options?

6. Cancel Regular Check-Ups
It is more difficult to ruin your smile if you have regular check-ups with your favorite Gibsonton dentist. Best to avoid them altogether if your goal is pure chaos and painful destruction.

I hope you’ve enjoyed this article and walked away with a renewed desire to take care of those enamel-covered marvels that serve you faithfully day in and day out.

I know many people throughout Apollo Beach and Fishhawk have difficult struggles with oral health and lack smile satisfaction. That’s why I’m here. I am Richard Kernagis of Your Time Dental Urgent Care in Gibsonton. If you are experiencing dental problems, schedule a consultation today. I look forward to creating a plan to restore your oral health and the beauty of your smile.

Contact Your Time Dental Urgent Care:

813-519-0128

Location (Tap to open in Google Maps):

13145 Kings Lake Drive Ste 105B
Gibsonton, Florida
33534

 

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Feb5

What NOT To Do In A Dental Emergency

Categories: Cosmetic Dentistry, Dental Emergency, General Dentistry

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It’s hard to keep your wits about you during any kind of emergency. That’s why it’s wise to know what to do beforehand.

Let’s consider what you should and shouldn’t do if you have an urgent dental issue.

Broken Tooth

DON’T throw away any tooth fragments.

DON’T wait to see a dentist.

DO rinse the mouth with warm water. If the area is bleeding, put a piece of gauze on it (delicately!).

Lost Filling

DON’T ignore it.

DON’T let food get stuck in the hole.

DON’T chew on the tooth.

Call your Gibsonton urgent care dental office to schedule an appointment right away.

Broken Crowns

DON’T lose the crown.

DON’T use all-purpose or “super” glue to cement it back on the tooth. You can try denture adhesive to keep it in place temporarily until you can get to your urgent care dentist.

Knocked-out Tooth

DON’T touch the root of the tooth.

DON’T clean off any tissue attached to it.

If the tooth gets dirty, DON’T scrub the tooth. You can rinse it gently with warm water.

If a tooth is knocked out, it may be successfully re-implanted if done swiftly.

While it’s important that you visit your urgent care dentist regardless of the type of, in the case of a knocked-out tooth, it’s crucial that you come promptly!

By visiting your Gibsonton urgent care dentist as soon as possible, you avoid pain, infection, and possible further tooth damage. If you delay treatment, even for a few days, you risk needing more extensive treatment later.

Your Time Dental Urgent Care Treats Dental Emergencies

A toothache, a broken tooth, or a knocked-out tooth. We are here for you with extended hours, urgent care expertise, and pain relief.

We also provide a wide range of general and specialty dental services. These include root canals and CEREC same-day restorations.

Contact Your Time Dental Urgent Care:

813-519-0128

Location (Tap to open in Google Maps):

13145 Kings Lake Drive Ste 105B
Gibsonton, Florida
33534

 

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Jan29

Can I Go To An Urgent Care Dentist For Complications of Dry Sockets?

Categories: Dental Emergency, Dental Health, General Dentistry

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What are dry sockets?

Dry sockets can develop after wisdom teeth or other adult teeth are taken out. When a dry socket occurs, underlying bones and nerves are exposed in place of where a blood clot should form. Dry sockets can be exceptionally painful and delay healing.

How to avoid dry sockets:

Follow your dentist’s directions following the extraction procedure

  • Keep your mouth clean with gentle saltwater rinse every few hours (your dentist may also prescribe an antibacterial rinse)
  • Don’t use a straw until the extraction site has healed
  • Avoid hard foods
  • Brush teeth gently and avoid the extraction site
  • Drink plenty of liquids
  • Avoid strenuous activities
  • Treat swelling by holding an ice pack to your cheek
  • Avoid smoking and drinking alcohol

Gently flushing out your empty sockets after getting your wisdom teeth removed is a smart move for a couple of weeks after the procedure. Your dentist may recommend that you use a syringe to cautiously flush out your sockets. However, if you do develop dry sockets, it is even vital to sanitarily flush out the sockets regularly.

How to treat dry sockets:

  • Flush out the affected area
  • Stop smoking or drinking if necessary
  • Follow your dentist’s guidelines

When to go to a dentist or Gibsonton urgent care dental clinic:

Tooth pain should be manageable through the use of pain relievers, however, if pain relievers do not work then it is probably time to see a dentist. At Your Time Dental Urgent Care, we treat all patients with dental pain, regardless of the cause.

Note: Some studies show a link between dry socket and oral contraceptives. Ask your dentist if you’re at risk. Other medications may prevent a proper blood clot from forming.

 

Contact Your Time Dental Urgent Care:

813-519-0128

Location (Tap to open in Google Maps):

13145 Kings Lake Drive Ste 105B
Gibsonton, Florida
33534

 

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Jan22

Pamper Yourself With Professional Teeth Whitening

Categories: Cosmetic Dentistry, Dental Emergency, General Dentistry

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Do you ever treat yourself to a few hours of pampering and leave feeling relaxed and refreshed? Perhaps you get a massage or have dinner at a nice Tampa restaurant.

Have you ever thought about getting your teeth whitened? You get to relax in a comfy chair and enjoy a bright smile when you leave. Our distinctive dental practice in Gibsonton has a warm, friendly, and relaxing atmosphere.

The proven teeth whitening system used in our practice has been thoroughly tested for safety and effectiveness. We beautify smiles every day and have hundreds of satisfied cosmetic dental patients.

If you are in need of cosmetic dentistry to remedy some troubles with your smile, we can also help you with that at Your Time Dental Urgent Care in Gibsonton. We have beautified countless smiles using a variety of common and not-so-common cosmetic dental procedures.

Ask us about invisible braces, crown lengthening treatment, tooth-colored fillings, porcelain veneers, and tooth implants. We are singular dental practice serving the greater Tampa area from our well-appointed Gibsonton facility.

You deserve to be pampered! Experience a comfortable, relaxing dental visit and receive top-quality dental care at Your Time Dental Urgent Care.

Contact Your Time Dental Urgent Care:

813-519-0128

Location (Tap to open in Google Maps):

13145 Kings Lake Drive Ste 105B
Gibsonton, Florida
33534

 

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Dec25

Is Sedation Dentistry Safe?

Categories: Cosmetic Dentistry, Dental Emergency, General Dentistry

Affordable Gibsonton Dentistry SedationAt Your Time Dental Urgent Care, we treat serious dental emergencies. We also offer sedation to our patients.

The purpose of today’s dentistry article is to debunk some of the most common myths about dental sedation.

Myth #1: With Sedation Dentistry, You Are Completely Unconscious

Some nervous dental patients are not only afraid of receiving treatment; they also fear the thought of not being in control. At Your Time Dental Urgent Care, we offer different levels of sedation, but none of the sedation options put you completely to sleep. With oral sedation you are relaxed but not totally knocked out. When we need to ask a dental sedation patient a question during the treatment, the patient is able to hear, understand, and respond.

Myth #2: Dental Sedation Should Only Be Used For Extensive Dental Treatment

Anxiety-free dentistry is completely safe. Many nervous sedation dentistry patients request sedation for routine exams and procedures.

Myth #3: Most Dental Insurance Companies Do Not Cover Sleep Dentistry

Some Florida dental insurers do cover sedation. Check with your insurer for details about your Florida dental insurance benefits.

Myth #4: Sleep Dentistry Is Still Experimental

Dentists have been safely providing sedation for many years. Your Time Dental Urgent Care meets all the requirements advised by the American Dental Association. Millions of Americans and thousands of Florida dental patients have safely received sedation for dental treatment.

For more information about anxiety-free dentistry, contact Your Time Dental Urgent Care at https://www.yourtimedentalurgentcare.com/ or 813-519-0128 today to schedule a sedation consultation.

 

Contact Your Time Dental Urgent Care:

813-519-0128

Location (Tap to open in Google Maps):

13145 Kings Lake Drive Ste 105B
Gibsonton, Florida
33534

 

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Dec11

Not Your Mother’s Jewelry: 5 Reasons Tongue Piercings Are Dangerous

Categories: Dental Emergency, Dental Health, General Dentistry

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Let’s get right to it; while tongue, cheek, and lip piercings are “so in” right now, here’s five reasons to keep piercings where they belong—in your ears:

  1. Excessive drooling—YIKES!
  2. Chipped teeth
  3. Infection (some even in places you wouldn’t think can get infected)
  4. Hypersensitivity to metal
  5. Nerve damage

Drooling

Lip and tongue piercings may make you look cool and edgy. They may express your personality and creativity. But they can cause frequent drooling. That may not be the look you’re going for.

Broken Teeth

Another important reason to keep piercings away from your mouth, lips, and tongue, is because having any metal in your mouth can chip your teeth. This can happen while eating, drinking, or sleeping. Or even while playing with said piercing.

Do you already have a tooth that’s damaged? Take care of these cracks before the whole tooth is in danger.

Small chips in a tooth can be filled, or crowned. But often patients with piercings come in with more serious issues. These may require a root canal or tooth extraction.

Infection

Beware of infection. When it comes to oral piercings, you have to really watch the pierced area. Your mouth is a bacterial zoo, so to speak. Upon piercing anything in your mouth, the bacteria can enter your bloodstream. Neglecting appropriate brushing habits can lead to infection. As well as touching the piercing with dirty hands.

Hypersensitivity or Allergic Reaction to Metal

Many people love body jewelry. But too much of a good thing (like metal) can be bad. Having metal piercings can lead to hypersensitivity to any metal in your mouth, such as silverware. This is problematic for most individuals. (Stock up on plastic utensils!)

There is also the risk of an allergic reaction at the piercing site. If you know of sensitivity to certain metals, you can get your piercing in a metal you aren’t allergic to. But you are still in jeopardy of the other hazards discussed here.

Nerve Damage

Finally, there’s the risk of permanent nerve damage. If the previous dangers don’t convince you, this one should. Experiencing a numb tongue is usually temporary. But in extreme cases, like if you can’t stop playing with the piercing, it can become permanent.

Contact Your Time Dental Urgent Care:

813-519-0128

Location (Tap to open in Google Maps):

13145 Kings Lake Drive Ste 105B
Gibsonton, Florida
33534

 

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Dec4

Don’t Choose an Urgent Dental Clinic Based on Price Alone

Categories: Cosmetic Dentistry, Dental Emergency, General Dentistry

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Have you ever gotten an unbelievable bargain on a used car that turned out to be a lemon? After a couple years of continual repairs, you realized that it ended up costing as much as a new vehicle would have. And after spending all that money, you still have a dud.

The same is true of substandard dental work. You have probably received glossy postcard ads that advertise amazing deals on dentistry: porcelain veneers, crowns, and dental implants.

The prices may be tempting, but make certain you do plenty of research before committing. We aren’t trying to imply that all Gibsonton dental practices that proclaim low prices in their ads deliver substandard work—we are just cautioning patients not to decide on a dentist based on price alone. Unlike an automobile, you can’t sell your smile and buy a new one.

We will use porcelain veneers as an example. At Your Time Dental Urgent Care, we use porcelain veneers to correct minor chips and cracks in a tooth.

What can go amiss if you receive substandard porcelain veneers?

The dentist may be inexperienced and make mistakes: improper placement, poor color matching, bite complications. The materials may be inferior: unnatural color, prone to breaking, veneers pop off. The lab techs that create the restorations may turn out poor quality work: unnatural color, poor fit.

If you are considering getting some teeth repaired, speak with us at Your Time Dental Urgent Care first.

During your consultation, you will learn about our experience, techniques, specialty training, and the number of procedures performed.  You will learn about the best materials for the restorations and receive information about the dental lab we use. We can also provide references if requested. And, of course, we will talk about how much each procedure will cost.

We are sure that you will find that our prices are competitive for the exceptional dentistry we provide to your friends and neighbors in the Gibsonton area.

Don’t compromise your smile in an attempt to save some money. You really do get what you pay for.

Contact Your Time Dental Urgent Care:

813-519-0128

Location (Tap to open in Google Maps):

13145 Kings Lake Drive Ste 105B
Gibsonton, Florida
33534

 

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Nov13

Urgent Dental Care Isn’t as Scary as You Think

Categories: Dental Emergency, General Dentistry, Restorative Dentistry

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Many Gibsonton residents will experience at least one tooth emergency in their life. You could crack a tooth, accidentally dislodge a crown, experience sudden pain caused by an abscess or break a wire on your braces. In the case of a dental emergency, it is vital to see your Gibsonton dentist as soon as possible.

Yet many men and women with a pressing dental issue refuse to go to an urgent dental clinic because they have severe dental anxiety. A common reason for this anxiety is the dreaded dental drill. Just the sound of it is enough to make people cringe.

Many individuals in Gibsonton, Florida wonder if there will ever be an alternative to the dreaded dental drill. Guess what? Now there is. Drill-less dentistry is commonly called air abrasion or microabrasion. Air abrasion can be used for basic dental care such as removing tooth decay or preparing tooth surfaces for sealants or bonding. An air abrasion instrument works like a little sandblaster. It propels a fine stream of particles in the area that would usually be drilled. After the stream of particles strikes and removes the decay, the materials are suctioned out of the mouth.

Another technology that helps make treatment quicker and less painful is laser dentistry. Pinpoint-precise Diode lasers are used for emergency root canals, crown lengthening, root scaling, biopsies, oral lesion removal, and treatment of dental decay. Laser procedures are easier on the patient and require shorter healing times.

Still not convinced? Sedation dentistry to the rescue. If advanced technology and equipment don’t ease your mind, consider sleeping through your treatment. We offer several levels of sedation for even the most terrified patients.

Dental issues–especially urgent ones–don’t go away. They get worse. The team at Your Time Dental Urgent Care will help you through your treatment.

Contact Your Time Dental Urgent Care:

813-519-0128

Location (Tap to open in Google Maps):

13145 Kings Lake Drive Ste 105B
Gibsonton, Florida
33534

 

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