FAQs

​Visit our office if you have any of these issues or see your child having trouble chewing or complaining of soreness:

• You haven't been in 6 months - 1 year

• You have a toothache

• Your gums are red, inflamed, or bleeding

• Your gums are pulling away from your teeth

• Your teeth feel loose or fall out

• You have extreme tooth sensitivity

• You have difficult chewing or swallowing 

• You have a family history of gum disease

• You smoke or use tobacco products

• You crack a tooth

• You have mouth sores

• You have pus collecting in your mouth 

• Your jaw is painful, swollen, clicks, or won't open

• You have bad breath or a bad taste in your mouth

• Your mouth is dry

In other words, if you notice anything out of the ordinary in your mouth, it's time to visit Lighthouse Dental of Tequesta!​

• Regular exams help spot trouble early to prevent bigger and more costly treatments later

• You should have an exam every 6 mouths, or more often if your dentist recommends it

• Dental x-rays are very safe and are essential to proper oral health and maintenance. The radiation risk from a dental X-Ray is quite small. The amount of radiation you get from a full set of dental x-rays is comparable to the amount of radiation you absorb from TVs, computers and sitting out in the sun.

• Dental X-rays help your dentist detect oral health issues, like cavities and gum disease, before they worsen

• Fluoride helps make teeth strong and prevents decay

• The American Academy of Pediatrics, the American Dental Association (ADA), and the CDC all agree that kids should use fluoride toothpaste for brushing twice a day

• Adults benefit from using fluoride to protect their teeth as well at it can help remineralize decalcified teeth

• Stores sell many whitening products, but you can get at-home products from our office too. However, nothing will be as effective as a whitening procedure done in a dental office

• Lighthouse Dental of Tequesta offers in office, take home, and professional strength whitening options

• We also offer 2 different promotions for whitening - 1/2 all whitening procedures if it is your birthday or if your refer a friend to our office

• YES - Sweets and foods with acid, like candy and soda, could stick to teeth and lead to cavities

• Smoking and chewing tobacco can cause oral cancer and gum disease

• While teeth are strong enough to chew and break up ice, this can break them and stress your jaw

• Biting you nails is another bad habit! Not only could it cause your teeth to break, it pulls your jaw out of position and changes how your teeth fit together

• Dr. Cassie understands that dental care can be daunting and strives to make sure that every patient has a comfortable and enjoyable dental experience

• Your dentist will not deliberately do anything to harm you or cause you pain. They will actually do everything possible to make you comfortable during your visit.

• YES - Always visit a dentist if you are due for a cleaning or exam. Many dental issues, such as cavities, start out painless and symptomless

• You generally won't feel a cavity until it eats through your tooth touching the soft pulp in the middle. But your dentist will be able to see the cavity forming on the tooth's surface long before the pain arrives!

• Bleeding during a cleaning is a sign of inflammation and buildup below the gumline

• When the buildup is removed, the gums will bleed - this bleeding is usually painless​​

• When there is significant inflammation, the cleaning may cause some more sensitivity. Let your hygiene know and she can numb your gums appropriately

• A little bit of bleeding at the dentist is completely normal, especially if you are not on top of your daily dental hygiene as you should be!

• It is generally recommended that most people should see a dentist twice a year

• ​If you have periodontal disease, or deep pocketing, a cleaning every 3 or 4 months might be recommended​

• People who are more prone to dental problems or practice harmful habits, such as smoking or vaping, should visit the dentist more often

Ask your dentist how often they recommend that you be seen based on your individual factors