Nutrient Deficiencies and Oral Health
Nutrient deficiencies are conditions caused by the lack of one or more nutrients in the diet or due to an inability of a person to absorb nutrients properly. Oral health can be affected by nutrient deficiencies. Vitamin D & Calcium Without vitamin D, your body cannot absorb or use calcium properly, leading to weakened bones […]
Everything You Should Know About Teeth Filling
A dental filling is a procedure that repairs your damaged tooth and restores it to its normal function and shape. At Gulf Coast Dental, fillings treat cavities, small holes, or pits in your tooth surface caused by tooth decay. Our dentist will replace areas of the affected tooth with a composite resin material or another […]
Some Foods That Can Harm Our Oral Health
Not all foods we consume daily are good for our oral health. Some can improve our dental health, while others can harm our smile. While some foods may not cause immediate harm to your teeth and gums, it is in your best interest to avoid them in order to protect your oral health. Here are […]
Oral Care Tips for Winter Holidays
During the winter holidays, it can be tempting to skip your regular dental cleanings or postpone your restorative procedures. After all, you’re busy decorating the house, baking cookies for parties, and traveling to see friends and family. However, neglecting your oral health needs can have negative consequences. In fact, the dental office is the first […]
Everyday Habits That Harm Your Smile
Good oral hygiene and regular dental checkups are a must for maintaining good oral health. On the other hand, habits like nail biting, smoking, teeth grinding, using teeth as tools, and not visiting the dentist regularly can cause damage to our oral health. Here is how. Nail Biting Nail biting is a compulsive habit that […]
Improve Your Smile With Cosmetic Dentistry
Cosmetic dentistry refers to dental treatments that help patients achieve a bright, healthy smile that looks their best. Traditional dentistry focuses solely on oral health and the prevention of dental issues; cosmetic dentistry treatments address aesthetic concerns to improve the look and feel of teeth. There are many cosmetic dental procedures available to patients looking […]
5 Important Facts to Know About Dental Crowns
Dental crowns are restorations on the teeth which reinforce severely damaged teeth. Crowns are used to repair teeth that have cracked/broken or offer protection and strengthen a tooth that has suffered extensive damages. After a root canal therapy, a tooth crown is used to reinforce the tooth’s strength. They are important since they restore your […]
Please Welcome our New Associate Dentist Dr. Strong
I’m Dr Dallen Strong , the new associate dentist at Gulf Coast Dental! I look forward to meeting you. As a short intro, I grew up in California and worked construction and customer service for 11 years. My wife and I recently celebrated out 10 year anniversary. We have 4 energetic children. I enjoy surfing, […]
5 Signs You Need To See a Dentist after a Car Accident
Among the many injuries a car accident victim is likely to sustain, dental injuries tend to be somewhat overlooked. Nonetheless, you can’t help but recognize dental pain as among the most severe pains the body can handle. We recently spoke with Chris Klotz, of Stevenson Klotz, a Pensacola personal injury attorney, and discussed the most […]
Tooth Extractions – Keeping a Health Smile
The Gulf Coast Dental team is here to help our patients keep their smiles whole and healthy for life, and usually, that means partnering with you to keep your natural smile. However, there are occasions when the removal of one or more teeth is actually the best thing to preserve overall oral health. When this […]