Learn more about what the American Dental Association has to say about the role played by your Dental Assistant! The above video is found on the American Dental Association YouTube Channel. Westshore Dentistry, Inc.    Rajiv Motwani, DMD 4708 26th Street West Bradenton, FL 34207 (941) 758-4543 WestshoreDentistryFL.com

Learn more about how your lifestyle can affect your oral health. The above video is found on the American Dental Association YouTube Channel. Westshore Dentistry, Inc.    Rajiv Motwani, DMD 4708 26th Street West Bradenton, FL 34207 (941) 758-4543 WestshoreDentistryFL.com

The Highest Level of Accuracy and Precision The 3Shape™ TRIOS intra-oral scanner allows us to take three-dimensional impressions for crowns and bridges, inlays and onlays, veneers, clear aligners, mouthguards, and a variety of other procedures. Best of all, this digital scanner replaces the squishy, sticky, putty tray impression. We think you’ll love this scanner! You spend less time at the dentist’s office and more time enjoying your new smile. Westshore Dentistry, Inc.    Rajiv Motwani, DMD 4708 26th Street West Bradenton, FL 34207 (941) 758-4543 WestshoreDentistryFL.com

State-of-the-Art Sterilization Dr. Motwani values your continued good health, so sterilization is taken very seriously in our office. Single-use tools are used whenever possible. In addition, metal instruments are sterilized after each use with a special unit called an autoclave, which is routinely inspected by an independent lab to ensure the highest level of safety and cleanliness. Your health is too important to us to take even the slightest risk. Westshore Dentistry, Inc.    Rajiv Motwani, DMD 4708 26th Street West Bradenton, FL 34207 (941) 758-4543 WestshoreDentistryFL.com

You know good dental habits can help prevent things like cavities and gingivitis, but you may not know what conditions like these really look like or how they can affect your mouth. Use this visual guide to learn more about some of the most common dental health issues, symptoms to watch for and the potential treatments that are available. Please note: This content is for informational purposes only. Only a dentist, physician or other qualified health care professional can make a diagnosis. Gingivitis Gingivitis is the earliest stage of gum disease , an infection of the tissues around your teeth caused by plaque. If you have gingivitis, your gums may become red, swollen and bleed easily. You may also experience bad breath . Because gum disease is usually painless, you may not know you have it. You are more likely to develop gum disease if you skip brushing and flossing , use tobacco , have crooked teeth that are hard to keep clean, are pregnant , have

Headache and Migraine Suffers – We May Have Your Miracle Treatment! Would you believe that a device that relaxes the muscles under your scalp will also prevent many of your headaches – even migraines? It’s true! In clinical trials of the NTI™ device, 82% of migraine sufferers experienced headache relief, with a 77% reduction in migraine events. This little miracle device is an FDA-approved, drug-free treatment for the prevention of migraine and tension headaches. It’s painless, fast, and inexpensive! If you experience migraines, or know someone who does, then be sure to contact us today about this exciting new treatment. Westshore Dentistry, Inc.    Rajiv Motwani, DMD 4708 26th Street West Bradenton, FL 34207 (941) 758-4543 WestshoreDentistryFL.com

Three-Dimensional Dentistry! We are proud to work with a local company to provide 3-D cone beam CT digital imaging technology to our patients. Three-dimensional ultra cone beam images allow for greater precision than flat, two-dimensional X-ray images, with lower radiation exposure. Dr. Motwani’s ability to clearly see his patient’s anatomy permits better evaluations, leading to less invasive treatment, which is an advantage during implant placement and oral surgeries. Westshore Dentistry, Inc.    Rajiv Motwani, DMD 4708 26th Street West Bradenton, FL 34207 (941) 758-4543 WestshoreDentistryFL.com

Defeat Gum Disease Painlessly ARESTIN™ is an impressive weapon in the war against gum disease. This time-released antibiotic is available as tiny, invisible microspheres suspended in a powder form that delivers treatment directly to the site of the infection (the spaces between the gums and teeth). ARESTIN painlessly kills the bacteria that cause gum disease, restoring your dental health. Westshore Dentistry, Inc.    Rajiv Motwani, DMD 4708 26th Street West Bradenton, FL 34207 (941) 758-4543 WestshoreDentistryFL.com

Saving Hopeless Teeth Missing teeth expose you to unnecessary health risks. A root canal can prevent the need for an extraction, saving teeth with roots that have been injured or infected. A root canal is a treatment that repairs a tooth by excavating the pulp chamber and packing the void with filling material. This is often required when dental decay destroys the nerve of a tooth, or if the tooth has become infected. At that point, you need more than a simple filling as a repair. Dr. Motwani is skilled in advanced root canal therapy. He uses modern anesthetics and technology, making a root canal a manageable form of treatment. Westshore Dentistry, Inc.    Rajiv Motwani, DMD 4708 26th Street West Bradenton, FL 34207 (941) 758-4543 WestshoreDentistryFL.com

Now the Good News The threat of gum disease has been acknowledged, and most dental insurance plans offer good coverage for a variety of treatments. While in some severe cases surgery is the only acceptable form of treatment, there are now powerful NON-surgical procedures that, combined with improved dental hygiene, can arrest the spread of the disease. Westshore Dentistry, Inc.    Rajiv Motwani, DMD 4708 26th Street West Bradenton, FL 34207 (941) 758-4543 WestshoreDentistryFL.com

Below is an excerpt from an article found on MouthHealthy.org The right smile can leave you laughing, fill you with joy or make you melt with emotion. But, ultimately, the best smile is one that is healthy and strong. Here are some of the “tooth truths” about how tough your teeth really are - and how to keep them that way. 1. Tooth enamel is the hardest substance in the body. The shiny, white enamel that covers your teeth is even stronger than bone. This resilient surface is 96 percent mineral, the highest percentage of any tissue in your body - making it durable and damage-resistant.     2. Your bite is powerful! Did you know your teeth can exert an average of 200 pounds of pressure when you bite down? That’s probably what tempts us to use our teeth as tools from time to time ñ but as your dentist will remind you, that’s one of the worst habits when it comes to preserving healthy teeth.     To read the entire article visit MouthHealthy.org . The remainder of the article de