More than 20 years ago, our practice became pioneers in dentistry when we trademarked the term TeethToday® to describe our “immediate loading” procedure. In the early 2000’s we began routinely replacing single teeth, several teeth or an entire mouthful of teeth for patients— all in one day. Our patients left our office with teeth, which...
We’d love you to floss once each day. But a new study by the American Heart Association say that flossing even just once weekly may still help lower your risk for strokes or atrial fibrillation (AFib -an irregular heart rhythm). The study included more than 6,000 individuals who were surveyed regarding their home use of...
More than 20 years ago, our practice became pioneers in dentistry when we trademarked the term TeethToday® to describe our “immediate loading” procedure. In the early 2000s we began routinely replacing single teeth, several teeth or an entire mouthful of teeth for patients— all in one day. Our patients left our office with teeth, which...
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...
