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WHY DO YOU NEED PERIODONTAL MAINTENANCE THERAPY?

Posted By Dr. Ryan Lepore

Our gums are one of our bodies’ most essential parts, but they are often forgotten until something transpires to bring our attention back to them. Periodontal disease affects millions of people each year, and if you have suffered from it and are looking for periodontal maintenance therapy in Dunedin, Florida, Lepore Comprehensive Dentistry can help. WHAT IS PERIODONTAL MAINTENANCE THERAPY? Periodontal maintenance therapy is a method of caring for the mouth’s soft tissue after diagnosing and treating periodontal disease. Periodontal disease is also called gum disease. This disease affects the mouth’s soft tissue and often leads to swelling, painful gums, … Continue reading

Gum Recession Treatment Options in Dunedin, FL

Posted By Dr. Ryan Lepore

Do you have extra sensitive teeth? Have you noticed that your teeth look longer than they used to? These are both signs of gum recession. Left untreated, this condition can lead to decay and tooth loss. There’s no way to reverse the process, but gum recession treatment options in Dunedin, Florida, can slow the recession rate. Learn what causes this dental problem and how to protect your oral health with the help of Lepore Comprehensive Dentistry. WHAT IS CAUSING YOUR GUM RECESSION? Our dental professionals will first determine the most probable causes of this condition. This approach helps ensure we … Continue reading

Get a picture-perfect smile with professional teeth whitening in Dunedin, FL

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Professional Teeth Whitening at Lepore Comprehensive Dentistry in Dunedin FL Area

You only get one first impression. If you lack confidence in your smile, you will stand out in photos and not in the way you hope. Drs. Lepore and Dougherty offer professional teeth whitening at Lepore Comprehensive Dentistry in Dunedin, Florida, to brighten your teeth and give pride to your smile. BRIGHTEN YOUR SMILE IN COMFORT Drs. Lepore and Dougherty offer the POLA Office+ in-office whitening system that can remove staining from your teeth in one 90-minute session. During your session, you can opt for a buffering agent to reduce sensitivity, and the formula will help desensitize your teeth during … Continue reading

LEARN ABOUT DENTAL BITE TREATMENT OPTIONS

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Dental Bite Treatment Options at Lepore Comprehensive Dentistry in Dunedin FL Area

If your jaw is out of alignment, it will negatively affect your resting oral posture. If left untreated, you may be more prone to cavities, gum disease, and snoring and sleep apnea. Your teeth may also be at a higher risk of breaking if they don’t properly fit together. Lepore Comprehensive Dentistry in Dunedin, Florida, offers a variety of dental bite treatment options to correct your teeth and jaw positioning. CAUSES OF MALOCCLUSION Poor bite alignment is most commonly the result of genetic factors. Still, there is strong evidence that childhood habits, such as thumb sucking and pacifiers, can affect … Continue reading

Restore your teeth with porcelain dental veneers in Dunedin, FL

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Porcelain Dental Veneers at Lepore Comprehensive Dentistry in Dunedin FL Area

Dental veneers are a thin, cosmetic enhancement for your teeth. Patients choose them to protect fragile teeth and to improve the look of stained or crooked teeth. At Lepore Comprehensive Dentistry in Dunedin, Florida, we offer porcelain dental veneers as a cosmetic restorative option for your smile. A VERSATILE COSMETIC TREATMENT Patients choose porcelain veneers for a variety of issues, including: Chips and other imperfections Small gaps between teeth Oddly-sized or misshapen teeth Stains that won’t respond to professional teeth whitening Mildly crooked teeth Because they are thin, Drs. Lepore and Dougherty will only remove less than a millimeter of … Continue reading

What to expect from a root canal procedure in Dunedin, FL

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Root Canal Procedure at Lepore Comprehensive Dentistry in Dunedin Fl Area

It happened. Your dentist mentioned a root canal procedure. The phrase “root canal” brings about negativity due to the many misconceptions about the treatment. However, despite the myths and misconceptions, a root canal relieves the pain and inflammation of infection. Drs. Ryan Lepore and Erin Dougherty at Lepore Comprehensive Dentistry in Dunedin, Florida, work with specialists in root canal therapy to treat and save natural teeth. REASONS FOR ROOT CANAL PROCEDURES An infected or badly decayed tooth is often a reason for a root canal. Tooth pain or sensitivity may just be the first sign of the problem. Causes of … Continue reading

THE ORAL HEALTH & CARDIOVASCULAR DISEASE CONNECTION: CAUSES AND TREATMENTS

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Cardiovascular Disease Causes and Treatments in Dunedin Fl area

Maintaining healthy teeth and gums does more than just protect your teeth from needing dental care – did you know there is a connection between your oral health and cardiovascular disease? Heart disease can have many causes, and gum disease is one of the well-established risk factors for deadly conditions such as heart attacks, strokes, and other cardiovascular problems. Drs. Ryan Lepore and Erin Dougherty, dentists at Lepore Comprehensive Dentistry in Dunedin, Florida, can explain this link and the effective gum disease treatments available to help reduce your risk. HOW THE HEALTH OF YOUR GUMS AND YOUR HEART ARE LINKED … Continue reading

Dental services for healthy, beautiful smiles in Dunedin, FL

Posted By Dr. Ryan Lepore

You’ve probably heard the saying, “A smile is worth a thousand words.” If you feel like your smile is holding you back either in terms of health or confidence or if you are simply looking for a dentist who truly cares about you as a person and takes the time to understand your goals and preferences, then you have come to the right place! At Lepore Comprehensive Dentistry in Dunedin, FL, we provide a wide array of customized dental services to meet a variety of patient needs. THE LEPORE COMPREHENSIVE DENTISTRY DIFFERENCE At Lepore Comprehensive Dentistry, we practice “complete health … Continue reading

WHY DO YOU NEED PERIODONTAL MAINTENANCE THERAPY?

Gum Recession Treatment Options in Dunedin, FL

Get a picture-perfect smile with professional teeth whitening in Dunedin, FL

LEARN ABOUT DENTAL BITE TREATMENT OPTIONS

Restore your teeth with porcelain dental veneers in Dunedin, FL

What to expect from a root canal procedure in Dunedin, FL

THE ORAL HEALTH & CARDIOVASCULAR DISEASE CONNECTION: CAUSES AND TREATMENTS

Dental services for healthy, beautiful smiles in Dunedin, FL

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