Diagnostic

• Dental Examination
  Recently researchers have found correlations between periodontal disease and heart disease. Periodontal disease can occur at any age. Over half of all people over the age of 18 have some form of the disease. After age 35, over 75% of all people are affected. Unfortunately, the disease process is usually asymptomatic and painless. The disease can be easily detected during regular dental examinations.
• X-rays
• Oral Cancer Screening
  On your first visit, we begin our comprehensive evaluation with a complete series of digital X-rays. Dr. Martinez will then perform a thorough examination of your teeth while checking for decay, evaluate the gums and surrounding structures using magnification and an intra-oral camera. An oral cancer screening will also be done to detect any suspicious areas in the oral cavity. Our patients say it is the most complete examination they've ever received! Dr. Martinez will also evaluate your smile and discuss ways you could change discolored, misshapen or misaligned teeth. You will then be presented with a clear, easy to understand plan for achieving a sound state of oral health as well as a beautiful smile.

Preventive

• Teeth Cleaning
  Prophylaxis, which is preformed by a licensed dental hygienist, removes plaque and tartar from the teeth. This makes the gums and teeth healthier. A proper exam is necessary prior to teeth cleaning to ensure that periodontal disease does not go undetected. Periodontal Disease is a bacterial infection of the gums, bone and ligaments that support the teeth and anchor them in the jaw. The bacteria are normal inhabitants of the mouth and form a film of dental plaque and calculus (tartar) which stick to the teeth. The bacteria produce poisonous toxins which stimulate the immune response to fight the infection. If the disease process is not stopped, the supporting structures of the teeth will continue to be destroyed. This eventually leads to tooth loss.

Restorative

• Fillings
• Veneers
  Veneers are custom-made, thin ceramic shells that are placed on the front of teeth using a very strong adhesive. They can be used to correct and treat a variety of dental conditions including discolored teeth, crooked teeth, chips, cracks, and wear. Because they are made specifically for you, veneers look and feel natural, giving you a whiter, straighter, and attractive smile.
• Crowns
  Before you get started, your dentist will determine if CEREC® is right for you. Depending on how much healthy tooth structure you have remaining, it may be a simple filling or you may need a crown. After reviewing your options, the dentist will begin the process by administering anesthetic and preparing your tooth for restoration by removing decay and weakened tooth tissue.
• Bridges
  Bridges are all-ceramic restorations that span the space created by a missing tooth and are held into place by two crowns, one on each tooth on either side of the space. Not only do dental bridges fill the space left by a missing tooth, but they also help maintain the position of your other teeth, enhance the look of your smile, and make it easier to eat the foods you love.
• Restorative Dentistry
  Our office offers a full range of dental services from dental hygiene to restorative to complete smile makeovers. While not every patient's goal is a cosmetic makeover, we do guarantee that even the smallest dental correction will be done with the highest of quality. We invite you to explore the possibilities of what aesthetic and restorative dentistry can do for you.

Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery

• Oral Surgery
  Yvonne became active in the dental field in 1996 and has since had the opportunity to work in orthodontic and oral surgery offices. She joined Dr. Martinez's team in 2002 after becoming a RDH. Yvonne is active in The Pinellas County Dental Hygiene Association and is dedicated to providing, promoting and helping you maintain the best possible hygiene care.

General

• Teeth Whitening
  Imagine all of the latest and best technology and materials available for you, including: digital X-rays which are more comfortable, accurate, and create 90% less radiation than traditional X-rays; a laser cavity detector that allows detection of cavities when they are nearly invisible and easily treatable; intra-oral cameras allowing you to understand and see exactly what is happening with your teeth; and quick-curing halogen lights used to bond restorations to your teeth; smile make overs, teeth whitening, single visit porcelain restorations and treatment for snoring and obstructive sleep apnea.
• Cosmetic Dentistry
  Staying current in the latest technology and advances in dentistry, Dr. Martinez takes great pride in providing the best the field has to offer in creating every personalized smile. Dr. Martinez is an active member of the West Coast Dental Association, the Florida Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry, the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry, the American Academy of Dental Sleep Medicine, and has served as Peer Review Chairman for the Pinellas County Dental Association for over 15 years.