Kendall Dentist, Dr. Bloch, Gives Great Advice on Getting a Great Back to School Smile

A new school year is just up ahead and you will be meeting new people and making new friends. Remember that first impressions matter. Your smile is one of the first things people notice about you. That’s why it’s so important to take care of it. Cavities aren’t just for little kids—you can get them at any age. When you consume sugary foods, soda, juice or energy drinks, you put yourself at risk for tooth decay and gum disease. Be smart. Always brush your teeth twice a day for two minutes and floss once a day.

The bottom line for smiles that are healthy on the inside and out:

• Always brush your teeth twice a day with fluoride toothpaste for two minutes
• Floss between your teeth daily
• Avoid sugary and starchy snacks
• Wear a mouthguard when you’re active
• Don’t smoke
• Don’t pierce your lips or any part of your mouth
• Call us to schedule a back to school checkup. Regular dental visits will help set you up to be Mouth Healthy for Life.

Call us at (305) 385-5555 or visit http://www.blochdentistry.com/

Back To School With Healthy Teeth!

Back To School with Healthy Teeth

The leaves are just starting to turn and the school buses are beginning to appear in neighborhoods all across the country. You’ve done the shopping for pencils and pens, and gotten the wardrobe just right for your child’s all-important first day back at school.
That’s right, it’s back-to-school time, which also means it’s time make sure your kids’ teeth are healthy and happy. Almost one million school days are lost each year because of tooth pain, so here’s some helpful hints to make sure your child has healthy teeth this school season.

Schedule a dental checkup

Children should see a dentist twice a year and by adding a back-to-school dental visit you can ensure proper teeth care and less missed days due to toothaches or any other dental problems.  By making a dental exam part of your annual routine, children can also begin to see going to the dentist as a beneficial habit and part of every year’s pre-school plans.  Some schools may even require a dental checkup, so be sure to contact your dentist today to get on their schedule early.

Bring healthy snacks

Among the best choices for snacks and lunches in a child’s lunchbox are cheese, fresh fruit, and veggies.  Cheeses such as cheddar are excellent for your child’s teeth as they neutralize harmful acids.  You should also look to eliminate acidic options like sodas and some fruit juice, which can erode the enamel on children’s teeth.   Foods high in protein like milk and yogurt are a wonderful choice as well, as they not only help a child feel full, but also are good for overall mouth health. Try to stay away from processed and refined carbs that are high in sugar.  If your kids do need something sweet, chocolate is a decent choice and much better then hard candy or bubble gum, as it offers much shorter exposure of sugar to the teeth.

Time it right

Setting a schedule for your child to floss and brush is key to promoting healthy teeth. Children should brush their teeth twice a day and floss at least once.  Often during busy mornings kids will forget these routine tasks. By instituting a schedule every morning and evening (and by helping supervise them), you can get children used to a routine that will last a lifetime.  A tooth-brushing timer is another great way to help children keep track of how long they are supposed to brush for.  There are many fun options on the market today made to make sure kids get the necessary two-minute minimum of brushing time.

Rinse after every meal

Remind your child to try to rinse their mouth out with water after eating a meal at while at school. In an ideal world people should brush their teeth after every meal, but by at least rinsing out your mouth and freeing food particles from your teeth and gum it can help prevent decay.

Involve them in the shopping

Involving your child in choosing the their toothbrush and floss gets them into the process and allows the feel a part of their own dental health. Making sure that they know how to choose toothbrush with soft bristles and that is the correct size for their age will help empower them to use those objects more. Letting your child choose a toothpaste flavor that they will enjoy is also key, as their taste may be very different then yours.

Bloch Dentistry Center specializes in a wide range of dental services including: general dentistry, cosmetic dentistry, teeth whitening, veneers, dental implants, root canals, periodontic treatments, and reconstructive dentistry.

Call our friendly staff to schedule an appointment at (305)385-5555 or visit our website at http://www.BlochDentistry.com. We want to see you smile!

Kendall Miami Dentist Dr. Bloch Discusses What to Do If a Tooth is Lost By Injury

It can happen in the blink of an eye: an accident that leaves a tooth hanging by a thread
or lying on the ground. Kids, athletes, soccer hooligans - it can happen to just about
anyone. Ouch! But if it does happen, it's important to know the proper first aid:

• If the tooth is loose (even extremely so!) but is still attached in any way, leave it in place. Do not remove it!

• If it is out of its socket completely and unattached, but still in the victim's mouth, it is best to have the person hold the tooth in their mouth, if possible, until a dentist can attempt re-implantation.

• If the tooth is out of the mouth, do not let it dry out. Handle it as little as possible.Do not attempt to disinfect the tooth, or scrub it, or remove any tissue attached to it.

• If the tooth is recovered from the ground or other soiled area, rinse it off in lukewarm water. Preserve it in milk until a dentist is available. If milk is not available, lukewarm water will suffice.

Time out of the socket is critical in the long-term success of re-implantation. After 30
minutes, the success potential begins to decline. However, re-implantation is still
possible after several hours, so the attempt can still be made even if the tooth has been
out for a long period.

Remember, even if re-implantation fails, you have a variety of other options. For more
information on emergency dental care or tooth replacement, please don't hesitate to call us at (305) 385-5555.

Miami Dentist- Kendale Lakes

At Bloch Dentistry your smile is top priority. Dr. Jonathan Bloch is a highly skilled dentist with over twenty years of experience in the dental field. Dr. Bloch and his staff have earned a reputation for achieving excellent results and treating his patients like family. He is proud of the trust, confidence, and loyalty of his patients.

We make great smiles- Miami Dentist

Dr. Bloch's patients appreciate the time he takes to answer all their questions and makes every visit a comfortable experience.

Bloch Dentistry Center specializes in a wide range of dental services including: general dentistry, cosmetic dentistry, teeth whitening, veneers, dental implants, root canals, periodontic treatments, and reconstructive dentistry.

Call our friendly staff to schedule an appointment at (305)385-5555 or visit our website at http://www.BlochDentistry.com. We want to see you smile!

Miami Dentist Answers Frequently Asked Question about Tooth Whitening

If your smile is looking a little dingy, have no fear: modern dental technology offers lots
of safe and effective options for whitening your teeth.

Teeth bleaching or whitening lightens the color of teeth. Teeth can become yellowed or

darkened from age, coffee, tea or smoking. The brightening effects of whitening can last
up to five years after the treatment (depending on your personal habits, such as
smoking or drinking coffee or tea).

How effective is whitening?

Bleaching has a higher than 90% success rate. Bleaching is tough on stains but gentle

on your teeth! Results vary depending on several factors such as teeth stained from
smoking; from taking certain medications such as tetracycline during tooth
development; or from fluorosis, a condition occurring in the presence of too much
fluoride.

Bleaching will not lighten fillings or artificial materials used in dental repair as for

crowns, porcelain veneers, etc. Your dentist may discourage treatment if you have
sensitive teeth, periodontal disease, teeth with worn enamel or if you're pregnant or
breast-feeding.

What are my options?

We'll begin by examining your teeth and gums. Certain types of stains respond better to

different types of whitening materials, so we'll discuss the procedure best suited to your
individual needs. In addition, any cavities or gum problems must be treated before
bleaching can begin.

Some methods are performed in the dental office. We use anour office at in-office bleaching system (such as laser bleaching) to lighten teeth instantly.

Dentist-supervised at-home bleaching is another option. It's less expensive that in in

office-treatment, but results take longer to achieve. We'll take molds of your teeth to
produce custom-fitted flexible trays to hold the bleaching gel comfortably in your mouth.
Some bleaching systems require you to wear the trays while you sleep, showing results
in 10-14 days (or more accurately nights)! Other systems bleach your teeth from two to
four hours a day and require three to six weeks to complete.

Finally, there are over-the-counter whitening treatments available in every pharmacy.

Many of these products are effective, but they will not produce the same dramatic
results as treatment administered by a dentist.

Bloch Dentistry Center specializes in a wide range of dental services including: general dentistry, cosmetic dentistry, teeth whitening, veneers, dental implants, root canals, periodontic treatments, and reconstructive dentistry.

Call our friendly staff to schedule an appointment at (305)385-5555 or visit our website at http://www.BlochDentistry.com. We want to see you smile!

 

We appreciate great patients. Thank you for trusting our office with you smile!

South Miami Dentist - How You Can Improve Your Smile with Veneers

If you're looking for a more perfect smile, then you might want to consider veneers. Popular among movie stars and other celebrities, veneers let you change the appearance of your teeth as dramatically as you want. Veneers let you brighten your teeth and straighten your smile - you can even change the size and shape of your teeth.

Veneers can be either composite or porcelain. The veneer is actually a thin piece of porcelain or composite material about the size of a fingernail. Once the custom-made veneer is bonded onto the tooth, it becomes extremely strong. It also blends in with the remaining tooth structure so that it is unnoticeable to the naked-eye. Once in place, it looks, feels, and functions just like a regular tooth.

 
Veneers are a popular choice for total smile makeovers, letting a dentist change not just
the color but also the size, shape, and straightness of your teeth. Veneers are often used for the same reasons as bonding - to lighten stains, close gaps and even alter crooked or malformed teeth. Both can be utilized to change the shape or color of a single tooth or if necessary to revamp the entire smile. Veneers are generally more durable and stain resistant than bonding.

Bloch Dentistry Center specializes in a wide range of dental services including: general dentistry, cosmetic dentistry, teeth whitening, veneers, dental implants, root canals, periodontic treatments, and reconstructive dentistry.

Call our friendly staff to schedule an appointment at (305)385-5555 or visit our website at http://www.BlochDentistry.com. We want to see you smile!

The Toothy Toad

A nice way to explain to children the importance of brushing their teeth, and not eating too many sweets! Read the story to your little ones not only are they going to enjoy it but learn from it.

                                         The Toothy Toad

A long, long time ago there was a wizard who accidentally invented a rather unusual spell. Whoever the spell was used on would get perfect teeth. As he didn't know what to do with this discovery, the wizard decided to use it on one of his toads. After the spell was cast, the toad became a very smiley happy amphibian. Not only could he now eat all sorts of foods, but he also started speaking.
"I'm delighted with the change", repeated the toad, proudly, "I much prefer the consumption of candy to feeding on filthy flies".

The wizard noticed that the toad was taking little care about choosing what to eat, and he kept telling the toad,
"Look after your teeth, Mr Toad. Brush them so you don't get a toothache. And, above all, don't eat so many sweets..."

But the toad didn't pay much attention. He thought his teeth were too strong for him to have to brush them, and he liked sweets so much that he didn't even try to eat less. One day, a tooth started decaying and, gradually, the decay spread throughout his mouth. Before long, the toad discovered that there were holes in all his teeth, and they were starting to fall out.

He decided to start looking after them, but by then it was too late. And when his last tooth fell out, he lost the ability to talk.

 Poor Mr. Toad! If he hadn't lost that last tooth he could have told the wizard that if he gave him teeth again he would brush them every day. After all, there's nothing more disgusting than having to go back to eating bugs. Yuck!

Pedro Pablo Sacristán

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Bloch Dentistry Center specializes in a wide range of dental services including: general dentistry, cosmetic dentistry, teeth whitening, veneers, dental implants, root canals, periodontic treatments, and reconstructive dentistry.

Call our friendly staff to schedule an appointment at (305)385-5555 or visit our website at http://www.BlochDentistry.com. We want to see you smile!

Spring and Healthy Teeth

The summer warm weather is arriving, and with it comes an increase in outdoor sports and activities. Being activeis a great thing in order to achieve  a healthy body – but just make sure your mouth is ready for the action! 

Wear a Mouthguard!

The most-injured area of the body during contact sports is definitely the mouth. Unfortunately, dental injuries can be permanent, painful and costly. The good news is that injuries can be prevented or minimized by wearing a mouthguard which covers the upper teeth and helps prevent injuries to the teeth, lips, cheeks, tongue and jaw. Of course, the helmet or headgear required for the sport or activity should also be worn as it protects against injuries to the head and neck. There are three kinds of mouthguards available. Make sure you talk to your dentist about the right one for you:

Boil-and-bite. Found at most sporting goods stores, these may offer a better fit than stock, and are molded to fit your mouth by boiling the mouthguard in water and then biting into the warm plastic.

 

Stock or ready-made mouthguards. These are the least expensive mouthguards, found at most sports stores. They are pre-formed and ready to wear, often don’t fit very well, and may make it difficult to breathe and speak. They mayalso be bulky, loose or uncomfortable.

Custom-fitted. These mouthguards are individually designed and constructed for you by your dentist. They’re a bit more expensive, but are more comfortable and do not interfere with speech or breathing. Rinse your mouthguard under cold water after each use and occasionally clean it with soap and cool water. Like other sports gear, mouthguards can tear or wear out, so it should be replaced after each sports season.

It is also a good idea to keep your dentist's phone number handy  just in case a dental emergency occurs. For more healthy dental tips please visit our website www.Blochdentistry.com

Bloch Dentistry Center specializes in a wide range of dental services including: general dentistry, mouth guards, cosmetic dentistry, teeth whitening,veneers, dental implants, root canals, periodontic treatments, andreconstructive dentistry.

Miami dentist, Dr. Jonathan Bloch, has over 20 years of experience in the dental field. He is highly trained in all aspects of dentistry, including: cosmetic dentistry, dental implants, veneers, tooth whitening, Invisalign (invisible braces), periodontic treatments, reconstructive dentistry, and conventional dentistry. “We take pride in providing our patients with a special brand of quality dental care. We treat them with genuine compassion and care, and that makes the difference.” Please visit our blog often to learn how you can achieve maximum oral health and a beautiful smile.

Call our friendly staff to schedule an appointment at (305)385-5555 or visit our website at http://www.BlochDentistry.com. We want to see you smile!