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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

Our Punta Gorda TMJ Treatment Will Help You Feel Better 

Jaw pain and headaches don’t have to be a part of your daily routine. TMJ or TMD issues and teeth grinding could be causing these problems and may be easily corrected with Punta Gorda TMJ treatment. Instead of constantly taking pain meds, let Dr. Jeremy Martin determine if a customized mouthguard is right for you. This treatment can help you:

  • Eat your favorite foods comfortably again
  • Eliminate nagging jaw pain and stiffness
  • Stop jaw popping when opening and closing your mouth
  • Reduce or eliminate unexplained headaches
  • Stop teeth grinding (bruxism) that can damage your tooth enamel

Call Smiles of Punta Gorda today at 941-585-0424 so we can make your pain go away for good!

A Custom Night Guard Can Help With TMJ Issues & Teeth Grinding

A customized mouthguard can be worn to correct TMJ issues. Dr. Martin will listen to your concerns and examine your mouth. If he believes a mouthguard can help, he’ll create a painless digital impression of your mouth so a custom mouthguard can be made specifically for your smile. It will be designed to comfortably fit right over your teeth to prevent grinding and help your jaw muscles relax.

We urge you to avoid mouthguards found at drugstores or supermarkets. These may promise to be easily customizable, but they are often ineffective and a waste of time and money. That’s why you should come see us for your TMJ mouthguard. We know what’s best for your smile, and if you’re in pain, we want to help you solve the problem ASAP.

Discover the Causes Behind TMJ Pain

You have two jaw joints called temporomandibular joints, also known as TMJ. Sometimes, you may experience discomfort while chewing and hear clicking or popping sounds. This could be the result of a TMJ disorder, or TMD. Another cause of your jaw pain or headaches could be due to an irregular bite, such as an underbite or overbite.

If you grind your teeth during the day, it’s causing damage to your tooth enamel and may be making your teeth sensitive to hot and cold food and drinks. You may also be grinding your teeth at night without knowing it, leading to major stress on your jaw and damage to your teeth that could require restorative dentistry to correct.

You can avoid these problems for good with our custom mouthguards. Call us today for TMJ treatment in Punta Gorda: 941-585-0424.

What Our Patients Are Saying

R. T. (Verified Patient) | Jun 23, 2020
5
Dr. Martin and the entire staff were excellent. New patient and needed emergency treatment. Very...
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Dr. Martin and the entire staff were excellent. New patient and needed emergency treatment. Very professional and put me at ease immediately. Dr. Martin explained my options and felt very satisfied that I chose the right one for me.

S. F. (Verified Patient) | Jun 22, 2020
5
I felt comfortable with all the Covid-19 precautions taken.

I felt comfortable with all the Covid-19 precautions taken.

J. S. (Verified Patient) | Jun 22, 2020
5
Efficient and friendly.

Efficient and friendly.

S. H. (Verified Patient) | Jun 11, 2020
5
My father is 90 years old with Alzheimer's they always take the extra time to...
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My father is 90 years old with Alzheimer's they always take the extra time to understand him and really seem to care, love all the staff!!

J. H. (Verified Patient) | Jun 11, 2020
5
Dr. Jeremy Martin is the best. He is kind and patient and the most gentle...
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Dr. Jeremy Martin is the best. He is kind and patient and the most gentle dentist I have ever known. There is no turnover in his excellent staff because he treats everyone with great respect and kindness. If you need a great dentist in Punta Gorda, look no further.

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100 Madrid Blvd, Unit 414, Punta Gorda, FL 33950
  • Mon: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Tue: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Wed: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Thu: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Fri: By Appt Only
  • Sat: Closed
  • Sun: Closed