Dr. Brown & Nawrocki's Blog

Everyone can agree that they want to keep their teeth for as long as possible. Although there are certainly great replacement options such as dental implants, there’s nothing quite like your own teeth. Not to mention that they don’t cost you a thing! But when most people think about the best way to take care of their teeth, they only think about preventing cavities. It’s true that preventing tooth decay is important, but the real leading cause of tooth loss might surprise you: gum disease in Ormond Beach. Keep reading to learn about what causes gum disease and how to improve your gum health – so you can hang on to your teeth for life!

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Before they’re licensed to practice, dentists have to complete dental school and prove that they are proficient in all of the basic aspects of their profession. However, some choose to go above and beyond that initial training and devote several more years to mastering a particular facet of dentistry; they become certified specialists. One type of dental specialist is a prosthodontist in Ormond Beach, and your smile will thank you if you choose one of these experts for all of your oral health needs.

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People who are missing a significant number of teeth can find an effective replacement method with partial or complete dentures. This option provides prosthetic teeth that are set into a plastic base designed to look like gum tissue. Dentures can allow you to eat, speak, and smile with ease once again — but they may take some getting used to at first, though. If you are in the middle of the denture adjustment phase, don’t despair. It just takes time! Keep reading for 5 helpful tips for eating and speaking with dentures.

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It’s easy to take our teeth for granted. When we’re young, we assume that they’ll stay in our mouth forever, regardless of the constant stress they see on a daily basis. However, without daily oral care, even the hardest substance in the human body can start to break down. Your dentist in Ormond Beach hopes that if patients understand everything our teeth do for us, they’ll take the initiative to better care for them.

Today, your dentist will do just that by going over the anatomy of teeth in great detail.

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Dental emergencies can happen just about anywhere, especially if your child is particularly active. Whether they’re outside riding bikes, wrestling in the grass, or they’re running around the house and slip on your wood floors, a bad fall can easily break a tooth or even knock it out completely. That’s why it helps to always be prepared in case of a dental emergency.

A broken tooth needs to be addressed by your emergency dentist in Ormond Beach right away, but until you arrive, here are the steps to follow.

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A beautiful, healthy smile can be your best asset, while problems like cavities and gum disease can be both unattractive and painful. That’s why we always encourage our patients to take steps to prevent dental issues before they start. But exactly what steps should you take? Your dentist in Ormond Beach lists five simple ways to promote a healthy mouth.

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If you suffer from snoring and sleep apnea, we know you need relief. Fortunately, there are a number of treatment options that could serve you well — from a customized sleeping device all the way to surgery, Dr. Nawrocki will consider all of the options to decide which one would serve you the best. Keep reading to learn about your options for sleep apnea treatment in Ormond Beach!

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Not getting enough quality rest can put a serious damper on your quality of life, and over time, it can even lead to big-time health problems. Unfortunately, millions of Americans suffer from a disorder that robs them of precious shuteye — sleep apnea. Do you suspect that you’re suffering from this condition? If any of the following symptoms sound familiar, you may very well need to seek out treatment for sleep apnea in Ormond Beach.

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Dentures can provide an effective tooth replacement for patients who have lost a significant number of teeth. Whether you are missing five teeth or an entire arch in the upper or lower jaw, a denture offers a natural-looking replacement option that allows you to eat, speak, and smile with true confidence even after tooth loss. However, many patients experience loose or uncomfortable dentures. If that happens to you, your dentist can help — keep reading to learn how we can help to improve the fit of dentures in Ormond Beach. It helps to think about 4 things in particular!

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Many adults snore, but don’t make the mistake of thinking it’s a side effect of aging. Snoring, at its most basic, is the vibration of the soft tissues in your throat. However, the causes of this disruptive sleep problem are usually a little more complex — and loud, chronic snoring may require treatment. Did you know your dentist in Ormond Beach can provide snoring treatment? Or that snoring is linked to sleep apnea, a dangerous sleep breathing disorder? Keep reading to learn more about snoring and how we can help you sleep soundly throughout the night once again. 

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