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Hello friends of Kernagis Dental Excellence! Close your eyes. Picture the most beautiful smile you have ever seen. Perhaps it is the pleasing smile of your significant other. Perhaps it is your favorite actor, actress, or singer. What makes this Read More…

Some Tampa parents wrongly believe that their child’s primary teeth are somehow less important than their secondary teeth. The misconception goes like this: “They’re going to fall out, right? We’ll get serious about oral hygiene when their big teeth come Read More…

Hello Tampa! If you are unhappy with your smile, it’s time to change that. Dr. Richard Kernagis has been practicing general and cosmetic dentistry in Tampa, Florida since 2001. We are proud of our stellar reputation in the Tampa area. Macroesthetics Read More…

At Kernagis Dental Excellence, we enjoy providing guidance on oral health. We know that optimal dental health depends on good habits, so we want you to have all the information you need to practice those habits. We make sure we Read More…

Invisalign is the modern, much improved version of braces that uses clear trays that slip over the teeth and get changed out periodically to adjust the teeth into position. Unlike metal braces (which still may be necessary, depending on your Read More…

TMD treatment has helped many people who have suffered from TMD to get relief. TMD, short for Temporomandibular Dysfunction, is often noticed by symptoms like jaw muscle soreness, headaches and migraines, or difficulty opening your mouth. The Temporomandibular Joint (TMJ) Read More…

Sleep Apnea is a common sleep disorder where you stop breathing while sleeping. These pauses in breathing sometimes last just a second, but can last up to several minutes. This interruption in breathing while you sleep can wake you up Read More…

When it comes to protecting your child’s teeth, sometimes preventative measures are best. While your kids are still learning the value of a good and consistent dental-healthcare routine, you can prevent them from experiencing tooth decay with dental sealants. Think Read More…

Thanks for stopping by the ultimate cosmetic dentistry blog by Kernagis Dental Excellence in Tampa. Let’s discuss personal transformation. Many people want to reinvent themselves in at least one area of their life. Some folks are training for a new career. Read More…

This message from Kernagis Dental Excellence in Tampa is a little different. We’ve got some teeth trivia for you. Children’s teeth are soft until about age 10. A tooth with a crown can get a cavity. Your gum tissue is Read More…