Category Archives: Sedation Dentistry

Preparing to pay for critical dental work can be a daunting undertaking. The good news is that the cost may be far less than you imagined. Knowing your needs is crucial to planning your budget for dental work. Trying to Read More…

Regular dental check-ups and cleanings are vital for proper dental health. However, some dental patients worry because their gums tend to bleed after a thorough cleaning. Is this a problem? Well, it depends. If your gums bleed for a day Read More…

Hello, I’m Dr. Richard Kernagis of Kernagis Dental Excellence. Thanks for visiting my blog. In today’s post, we will focus on something that happens occasionally when a patient requests cosmetic dentistry from their Tampa dentist. Let me set the stage. Read More…

Dental patients in the Fish Hawk, Carrollwood, and Brandon areas know that regular brushing and flossing are essential for optimal oral health. However, the bristles of your toothbrush can’t reach into every small groove and depression in your teeth, especially Read More…

Are dental implant procedures too expensive? Are dental implants unsafe? Are dental implants experimental? Is the surgery painful? Does it take a long time to recover? The answer to all of these is No. Let’s talk about it. Dental implants Read More…

The world of dentistry continues to advance at a rapid pace. If you have visited your Tampa dentist lately, you have probably noticed some things that make your visit more comfortable, such as the ability to watch TV or listen Read More…

Teach kids how to care for their toothbrush to keep their teeth in first-rate condition. An important thing for Tampa kids to learn is to always allow their toothbrush to completely air dry between uses. The best way to let Read More…

If you have tooth sensitivity or pain when you chew with your back teeth, the surfaces may be damaged. One option for restoration is the use of an inlay or onlay made of metal, composite resin, or porcelain. Inlays are Read More…

Does your heart start pounding at the mere thought of having a cavity filled? Do you get sweaty palms when you see a dental practice? Many people who have improved their smiles with cosmetic dentistry or underwent extensive restoration procedures Read More…

Who would say no to a prettier smile? I am guessing no one, and now with all of the amazing cosmetic dentistry procedures available from Tampa area cosmetic dentists, most men and women can get the smile they want. Here Read More…