Scaling and Root Planing Non Surgical Periodontal Therapy also known as scaling and root planing or “a deep cleaning” is often recommended as the first step in periodontal therapy. Treatment is done by one of our hygienists using local anesthesia...

  Dr. Britten, an implant specialist and periodontist in Clearwater, Florida, says that sinus augmentation procedures are making it possible for many patients to have dental implants when years ago there was no other option besides wearing loose dentures. “The...

Who is a candidate? Dental implants can be placed in most adults in good to moderate health. They are not typically placed in adolescents until they have reached full expected growth/maturity. Certain medical conditions that are not controlled well may...

Sometimes, due to severe gum disease or decay, a person may lose all of their teeth. This as known as the fully edentulous patient. Options for the fully ehttps://spearedu.co/9qD8aLpdentulous patient are: Full dentures: Dentures are worn during the day. This...

Are missing teeth causing you to miss out on life? Don't miss out on life because of missing teeth or loose dentures. Modern dentistry can replace everything from a single missing tooth to missing teeth in an entire section of...

From The American Dental Association "General Recommendations for the Prevention of Caries and Gingivitis 1) Brush your teeth twice a day with a fluoride toothpaste While a seemingly simple statement, the guidance for brushing twice daily with a fluoride toothpaste...

Great Video from Spear Education about Dental Implants! Britten Periodontics & Implant Dentistry is a periodontal practice offering patients personalized dental care in implant dentistry in Clearwater, Florida. Dr. Todd Britten received his Bachelor of Science & Doctorate of Dental...

How to Get Your Kids to Brush: 7 Ways to Make Brushing Fun for Kids "If you think you’re busy, try being a kid. In addition to school, activities and family time, they’re learning how to take care of themselves...

Dr. Todd Britten's son, Daniel, shows us how losing a tooth is done when you're from Tampa and from a family of dentists!

Dental implants are a great way to give you a beautiful and functional smile, they are not without limitations. Some patients could experience swelling or infection around their implants, which is known as peri-implantitis. If you noticed a change in...