One of South Florida’s top dental professionals, Dr. Jeffrey Ganeles was recently part of a team of medical experts who convinced Delray Beach city leaders to maintain the addition of fluoride to their water supply. The commission voted 3-2 in favor of the continuation of the process, after a debate that included opposing information presented...
Amazing new technology has provided our expert dental specialists with powerful tools to identify issues, visualize structures, expedite treatment and assist us in the procedural decision-making process. As a matter of fact, at South Florida Center for Periodontics & Implant Dentistry, we’re continually staying ahead of the curve by investing in the latest tools to...
We’re so proud! Our very own Dr. Norkin is the featured “Hometown Hero” in this month’s Boca Magazine. All of us here at South Florida Center for Periodontics & Implant Dentistry are delighted to work with Dr. Norkin. He’s not only the “award-winning periodontist” described in the article. He’s also a fabulous colleague, special mentor...
As a practice that has successfully placed tens of thousands of individual dental implants and implant-supported permanent crowns and bridges, we’ve had lots of PRACTICE loving what we do! We’re always thrilled when we can change someone’s life and restore smiles, confidence and health with dental implants. As a matter of fact, in the mid...
February is American Heart Month as well as Gum Disease Awareness Month. It’s a good time to remind patients and their families of the link between your cardiovascular health and oral health. The connection is from oral bacteria entering the bloodstream, triggering an inflammatory response and contributing to blockages or clots. Studies have found remnants...
Highlights of a recent study published in the Journal of Stroke & Cerebrovascular Disease state that severe gum disease (periodontitis) may be associated with something called CSVD (cerebral small vessel disease) which is a leading cause of stroke. The study was based on analyzing gum disease germs in 347 patients with acute ischemic stroke. The...
Many people associate the aging process with tooth loss. The reality is, as stated in News Medical Life Sciences, that the aging process is “not in itself an independent risk factor for oral health decline.” However, “systemic conditions, medications, and access to dental care play critical roles in oral health outcomes.” The leading cause of...
As many of you already know, one of our chief areas of expertise here at South Florida Center for Periodontics & Implant Dentistry is placing secure, long-lasting dental implants. But patients should never assume that having your diseased, failing teeth pulled and replaced with dental implants is always your only option on the path toward...
Getting implants is a surgical procedure. If you are anxious about it, you can be asleep when getting an implant or implants. We always utilize local anesthesia as a numbing agent which works well to ensure you feel no pain. Our compassionate staff ensures you are totally comfortable while undergoing the procedure, with or without...
Happy holidays to all of you! A special shout out to the hundreds of patients who, in 2024, took the time to post wonderful reviews about our doctors, hygienists and support staff. It’s clear that no matter who you visit at our practice, you’ll be in great hands. With more than 2,000 5-star reviews, we’ve...
