Find the Answers to Your Punta Gorda Dental Questions

Pain in the jaw, facial pain, problems opening and closing your mouth, and headaches may be due to TMJ problems. Chronic teeth grinding and even gum chewing can contribute to TMJ issues. We offer customized mouthguards that can relieve the pain, improve function, and protect your teeth.

A dental emergency can cause tremendous suffering or even result in lost teeth. Don’t wait. Call Smiles of Punta Gorda at once at 941-585-0424 for a same-day or next-day emergency appointment.

Dr. Martin is proud to offer dental implants to replace one tooth, several teeth, or even a full arch of missing teeth. Implants are extremely durable, which makes them a great investment in your smile and your health. At Smiles of Punta Gorda, the entire process – from placing the implants to restoring them with a crown, bridge, or denture – is completed in-house. You’ll deal with one office, one staff, and one billing department.

Chronic bad breath (also called halitosis) is often a side effect of gum disease. Your dentist is expertly trained to treat gum disease and the bad breath it causes. Not only can you get better breath here, but we can help keep your teeth and gums healthy.

We provide many cosmetic dentistry solutions for concealing and correcting dental flaws. Chips, staining, cracks, “gummy” smiles, and other cosmetic issues can be helped with the following services:

• Dental Veneers
• Invisalign Orthodontics
• Teeth Whitening
• Tooth Contouring
• Crown Lengthening
• Tooth Bonding
• Gum Treatments
• Smile Makeovers

We offer short-term Invisalign orthodontics, which are clear and virtually unnoticeable. These removable orthodontics gently correct your smile quickly (usually within just one year!) and are much more comfortable than old-school metal braces.

Absolutely! Dentures can replace some or all of your teeth and can last for years with proper care. They’re even stronger and more stable when attached to implants. We’ll schedule regular appointments with you to make sure they remain in great shape. We offer free consultations if you’re interested in finding out more!

The right toothbrush all depends on your smile, which is why we encourage you to visit us soon. Some people use the wrong toothbrushes or brushing techniques, which can actually harm your gums and ineffectively clean teeth. Let us take a look and provide professional advice so you’re making the most of your at-home care.

Absolutely. Dr. Martin and Dr. Ramke provide tooth extractions, including wisdom teeth, when needed. If you’re thinking about dental implants, we offer several procedures (ridge augmentation and bone grafts) to make your bone strong enough for implants. We can also restore receding gums using gum grafts.

We can definitely understand your concern and confusion about seeing the dentist during a pandemic, but we have you covered! Our office has always followed strict guidelines to prevent the spread of infection, but we have instituted additional protocols to keep you and our team safe during this unprecedented time. Call us if you have any additional questions about what you should do to prepare for your next appointment.

Teeth whitening products you find in stores will never stand up to the powerful systems a dentist can offer. That’s why we recommend our professional take-home teeth whitening treatment that provides customization for even results in a faster and safer way than store-bought products do.