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Links between poor dental health and certain infirmities prove that keeping your mouth clean is about more than a pretty smile Considering recent health concerns facing the world, dental hygiene has been bumped down on many Floridians’ list of concerns. Fear surrounding COVID-19 closed the doors to several business and medical practices in an effort […]
Links between poor dental health and certain infirmities prove that keeping your mouth clean is about more than a pretty smile Considering recent health concerns facing the world, dental hygiene has been bumped down on many Floridians’ list of concerns. Fear surrounding COVID-19 closed the doors to several business and medical practices in an effort […]
Practicing social distancing is the key to halting COVID’19’s spread As we continue to monitor COVID-19’s impact, it’s important that we – as a community – all do what we can do to keep ourselves safe. Lastra & Raffel Family Dentistry knows the importance of following the Center for Disease Control and American Dental Association […]
Lastra & Raffel Family Dentistry knows things have been difficult during the COVID-19 pandemic, but that shouldn’t negatively affect your dental health. Thankfully, as of today, Monday, May 18th, Lastra & Raffel Family Dentistry will be operating at a 50% capacity to accommodate our patients. Handling cleanings, fillings, dental emergencies, and all other oral procedures […]
The daily grind wears out our teeth – literally – leading to some complicated problems, but Lastra & Raffel has uncomplicated solutions Sometimes, even the healthiest teeth lose enamel, softening and becoming susceptible to decay. This vulnerability can then be exploited by bacteria, food, and other microbes, affecting the nerves in your mouth. At this […]
Fixing broken or missing teeth with dental crowns and bridges is a simple, inexpensive procedure Our teeth are the strongest bones in our bodies, but they experience the type of wear and tear that makes this necessary for several reasons. They’re the first step in breaking down food that nourishes us, crushing and grinding it […]
The Importance of Regular Dental Checkups No one really looks forward to visiting the dentist but that doesn’t make scheduled examinations every 6 months any less important. Oral hygiene’s effect on smiles is clear, however, its influence on organs, nutrition, skeletal structure, and overall health beyond what’s on the surface can be murky. Strong teeth […]
