General Dentistry in Fort Lauderdale, FL

When it comes to ensuring your family maintains their oral health, the general dentistry services at Smiles by Dr. Josh are unmatched. General dentistry encompasses diagnosing, preventing, and treating any oral health conditions you and your family may encounter. Whether you’re three or 103, we want to help you achieve a healthy, beautiful smile, and our general dentistry services are the first step in doing just that.

Preventative vs. General Dentistry: What’s the Difference?

Preventative dentistry is aimed to help you prevent dental issues by proactively caring for your oral health. Brushing your teeth twice daily, flossing every day, and visiting your dentist twice yearly for checkups and cleanings is the best way to protect your teeth and gums from dental concerns. That’s why our primary focus at Smiles by Dr. Josh is preventative.

General dentistry, on the other hand, includes any treatments you may need to maintain your oral health; this could include anything from a tooth-colored filling to oral surgery. Our dental office offers your family a wide range of preventative and general dentistry treatment options.

General Dentistry Services in Fort Lauderdale

When you visit our dental office for regular dental exams and cleanings, we can detect and treat any dental issues you may be experiencing. General dentistry goes beyond just getting your teeth cleaned; it encompasses how your teeth function, how they’re aligned, and how they can be restored.

Our priority is always helping you keep your teeth and gums healthy, so if you need general dentistry services beyond a dental checkup, we offer the following:

• Tooth-colored fillings
• Root canal therapy
• Extractions
• Periodontal treatment
• Orthodontics
• TMJ/Bruxism treatment
• Sleep apnea/snoring treatment
• Dental crowns and bridges
• Dental implants
• Dentures and partials

Patient Comfort Is Key

We understand that some people avoid going to the dentist because of a negative experience or the fear that their dental visit will be painful. At Smiles by Dr. Josh, we know that dental anxiety is real, so we do everything possible to make you feel relaxed and comfortable when you’re with us.  

In addition to pampering you with soft music, aromatherapy, and a warm blanket, we use the following sedation techniques to help you overcome your dental anxiety and get the treatment you need:

Nitrous Oxide

Also known as laughing gas, nitrous oxide is a mild, odorless gas that will put you in a dreamlike state during your dental treatment. You’ll be calm and relaxed, and you won’t have to worry about a lengthy recovery period because the effects of nitrous oxide wear off quickly after your treatment is finished.

Oral Conscious Sedation

For more severe dental anxiety, we offer oral conscious sedation in the form of a pill. You will take this medication before arriving for your dental appointment; this way, you’ll be relaxed when you arrive. You’ll be awake for your dental treatment but may not remember everything that happened. This type of sedation requires you to have a driver both to and from your appointment, but the effects wear off soon after your treatment.

When you’re ready to become part of the Smiles by Dr. Josh family, we will be waiting for you! We would love to help you maintain your oral health and show you what caring and relaxing general dentistry entails.

Contact our dental office at (954) 522-4900 for more information or to schedule an appointment. At Smiles by Dr. Josh, we love to see you smile!