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Subject: Smiles of Punta will resume business May 11, 2020

We hope this email finds you and your family in good health. Our community has been through a lot over the last few months, and all of us are looking forward to resuming our normal habits and routines. While many things have changed, one thing at Smiles of Punta Gorda has remained the same: our constant commitment to your safety.

As you have surely seen during your visits to our office, infection control has always been a top priority for our practice. Our strict processes have consistently made the care you receive at Smiles of Punta Gorda both safe and comfortable.

Our office follows infection control recommendations made by the American Dental Association (ADA), the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA). We continue to closely monitor the recommendations of these agencies so that we are up-to-date on any new rulings or guidance that may be issued.

When it is time for your next appointment, you may see some changes along with our already strict infection control protocols. For example:

  • Our office will communicate with you ahead of your appointment to ask some screening questions. You’ll be asked those same questions again when you arrive at the office.
  • Upon arrival at office, we ask that you call or text to let us know you have arrived and what type of vehicle you are in.  Stay in your vehicle and one of our team members will come to bring you in for treatment.
  • When entering the office, we will ask you to use hand sanitizer which we will supply. You will also find some in the reception area and other places in the office for you to use as needed. You are required to bring a mask/face covering to wear while you are in our office.
  • You may see that our reception area will no longer offer magazines, children’s toys and other items which cannot be properly disinfected. You are encouraged to bring your own iPad, reading materials, etc.
  • Appointments will be managed to allow for social distancing between patients. That might mean that you’re offered slightly limited options for scheduling your appointment.
  • We will do our best to reduce waiting times for you, as well as to reduce the number of patients in the office at any one time.

We look forward to seeing you again and are happy to answer any questions you may have about the steps we take to keep you, and every patient, safe in our practice. To make an appointment, please call our office at 941-787-2223 or visit our website at www.smilesofpuntagorda.com.

Thank you for being our patient. We value your trust and loyalty and look forward to welcoming back our patients, neighbors and friends in the safest way possible.

Sincerely,

Jeremy Martin DMD,
Christopher Ramke DMD,
and your Smiles of Punta Gorda team

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Home > Blog > What’s Special About Professional Teeth Whitening? [BLOG]

What’s Special About Professional Teeth Whitening? [BLOG]

July 16, 2019
Woman's Teeth Close-Up Shot | Smiles of Punta Gorda

We love a good summer soirée, but we can understand how you might come to dread such occasions if your smile is looking stained or discolored. Beyond empathy, we are ready to offer a viable solution for you. So, if you’re ready to experience your whitest smile yet, while also safeguarding your teeth and gums, professional teeth whitening from Smiles of Punta Gorda is the way to go. Our Punta Gorda, Florida team will move quickly once you call us at 941-585-0424 to request your cosmetic dentistry consultation with Dr. Martin. In the meantime, we have some good information about this great procedure below.

Professional Teeth Whitening Starts With A Dentist

Truth be told, you can get your hands on an over-the-counter teeth whitening product at pretty much every drugstore in town. These products ought to come with a warning or at least a “full disclosure” clause.

You see, these “bargains” are anything but a deal because they are never professional-grade or custom-designed. As such, they contain a much lower concentration of whitening agent. The whitening process can take longer and may not deliver the results you would want. Plus they are sometimes dangerous.

That’s on account of the lower concentration and the fact that those whitening trays will not fit closely. That can lead to spillage and overuse of the whitening product, along with irritation of the gums and soft tissues, and, in some cases, harm to tooth enamel.

You won’t experience any of those sort of troubles with us at the helm. At Smiles of Punta Gorda, we proudly offer Opalescence whitening programs. This professional take-home whitening system includes trays specifically customized for your smile to ensure even results. You can rest easy knowing that a dentist is directing the treatment.

Here’s how it works: After an initial examination, we’ll take impressions of your teeth and create your trays from those impressions.

The Real Work Begins At Home

Once you have been approved, and a treatment plan is in place, you’ll simply take home your custom-prepared trays and the professional-strength Opalescence whitening gel.

Opalescence actually comes in a variety of strengths. We’ll recommend the exact strength that will produce the results you want as you whiten your teeth comfortably at home. Normally, achieving the shade of white you want can be achieved in as little as a week or two. Obviously, there is no one-size-fits-all solution, so your whitening program may take longer, or not!

The important thing to keep top of mind with whitening your smile is to never overdo it. Keeping the gel in contact with your teeth too long is definitely not good for your oral health. Don’t worry, we’ll give you precise instructions on how to safely use your Opalescence teeth whitening program for maximum results.

You’ll also learn how to care for your whitening trays. If needed, we’ll also provide suggestions for taking care of your teeth as the process unfolds. Finally, to ensure that your at-home whitening results last beyond this summer, we’ll be happy to schedule regular dental cleanings and examinations moving forward.

Call For The Smile You Deserve

We hope you have been inspired by what you just heard. Call 941-585-0424 if you’re ready for a professional teeth whitening experience from Dr. MArtin and the dentist’s office you already trust with your oral health care needs. If you prefer, you can also request your visits online. Our practice is located just off Tamiami Trail. See you when you get here!

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