Category Archives: Dental Health

Many of Dr. Richard Kernagis’s patients walk in for cosmetic dentistry, cosmetic dentistry, or sleep apnea, Lumineers. Many for routine checkups and cleanings. And most really want to know if they are brushing correctly. Having patients come for treatment and Read More…

Today’s message looks at one of the miracles of modern dentistry: the dental restoration. Let’s pretend you are a biomedical engineer working in the field of dentistry before the inception of dental restorations. The men and women of your generation Read More…

In today’s post, let’s discuss some information about brushing. One key to activating the value of toothpastes is creating foam when normally brushing. Working up a good foam is achieved by pre-wetting the toothbrush, then attacking at a 45 rather Read More…

Teeth whitening is a popular cosmetic dental service that Kernagis Dental Excellence provides in-office or through a take-home kit. Results vary, but most patients notice significant lightening that lasts up to a year. Our teeth whitening patients affirm that a Read More…

When is the last time you had a dental checkup? Most men and women need a dental check-up every six months. If you have an increased risk for oral diseases, we advise you to receive an examination every four months. Read More…

Are floss picks as good as regular floss? What about a floss pick vs regular floss? While it’s better to floss with a floss pick than to not floss at all, it’s important to note that floss picks can only Read More…

It doesn’t have to take a lot of time to improve your oral hygiene. In fact, you can form a new habit to benefit your oral health in 10 seconds. I’m Dr. Richard Kernagis with Kernagis Dental Excellence writing to offer Read More…

We all know that a healthy smile requires decay-free teeth and healthy gums, but how often do we appreciate our jaw bone? Our teeth need a strong firm foundation to remain healthy and beautiful. Today’s post looks at a bone Read More…

The powerful, precise, highly-concentrated beam of light initially known as Light Amplification by Stimulated Emission of Radiation (LASER) is so ubiquitous that the acronym has now been relegated to lower case. Lasers are used in everything from weapons to barcode Read More…

Benjamin Franklin once said: It is easier to prevent bad habits than to break them. This holds true for almost everything in life, including dental care. For moms and dads in the Tampa area, teaching your children good oral hygiene Read More…