Schmitt Prosthodontics

Dr. Schmitt's advanced training and personal dedication to extreme detail make him uniquely qualified for porcelain veneers. The procedure can mask several common concerns including: - Excessive Wear: Your teeth can get worn down for various reasons including your lifestyle, diet, or bruxism. Veneers can elongate the look of short teeth for a healthier-looking smile - Discoloration: Intrinsic stains are rooted deep beneath the tooth surface, rendering whitening treatments ineffective. Veneers will conceal discolored enamel, leaving your teeth a stunning shade of white. - Breaks and Chips: Veneers can effectively cover up chips through a custom-designed shell capping the entire front surface of the tooth. - Cracks: Cracks can detract from an otherwise beautiful smile. We can place one veneer or several to mask this common cosmetic issue. - Uneven Teeth: Porcelain veneers can even address minor misalignment and irregularly shaped teeth by achieving better symmetry.

When your dental implants are fully integrated with your jawbone, you will return to your oral surgeon's office to receive your abutments. These connector pieces anchor your new restorations to the implants and are placed during a minor surgery. Most patients recover and are ready to receive their permanent prosthetics within a few weeks.

Your gum tissue should heal within several weeks following surgery while your bone tissue will continue to heal over the next four to six months. During this time, your dental implants will fuse with the surrounding bone structure. This process is known as osseointegration. Successful osseointegration is crucial to the success and long-term stability of your implants.

Veneers are so natural-looking they look just like real teeth. Today's advanced dental porcelain is made to sparkle and has a slight translucence, similar to enamel. Porcelain is also highly resistant to stains from coffee, caffeinated teas, and more. It is a strong material that can last for over a decade with proper care and maintenance.

Becoming educated about wearing dentures may be as important as wearing them. A big factor in determining whether a patient has a good or poor denture experience is their level of expectation. Please keep the following notes in mind for the first few days: - You should eat a soft diet for the first few days. You should select foods that you can cut and place into the back of your mouth. Once you are chewing, you should learn to chew on both sides at once. Two-sided chewing will help stabilize the dentures. This is very important. - Excess saliva and gagging are problems that should subside after the first week. - Lower dentures will probably be harder to adjust to than your upper denture. This is due to many factors: your lower jaw moving, your tongue moving, your lower jawbone being smaller, the lack of a good suction seal. - Good nutrition and/or multivitamins will improve your ability to successfully wear your dentures.

More than any other specialty, a prosthodontist is prepared to comprehensively evaluate how the mouth functions and design a solution. This may include crowns, bridges, veneers, implants or all of the above.

Our practice is happy to offer a range of flexible financing options to help make cosmetic treatment more affordable for our patients in Altamonte Springs and Mount Dora. Financing will break down your costs into manageable monthly payments that work for your budget. We currently accept plans through CareCredit®, CitiHealth®, LendingClub®, Health Credit Services®, and ALPHAEON Credit®. Ask our team for help with your financing application during your consultation.

If for any reason the temporary crown becomes loose, or does fall off, contact your dentist or prosthodontist immediately. If you are unable to be seen right away, place Fixodent, Vaseline, or Polygrip inside the crown and place it back onto the are it came from until you are able to go to the office and have your provisional re-cemented.

Important factors we take into account before moving forward with treatment include: - Oral Health: Patients should have good oral health before getting started on cosmetic dentistry. Dr. Schmitt will first correct any tooth or gum problems you may have to give you the best foundation for your veneers. - Bruxism: Teeth grinding can damage veneers. If you suffer from bruxism, Dr. Schmitt may recommend wearing a mouthguard at night to protect your restorations. - Treatment Goals: It is important to remember that veneers alter your natural tooth structure, so you must be committed to future upkeep. If your goal is to have a more permanent solution to dental flaws, veneers are a great option. However, if you are unsure about making a permanent change, we offer reversible procedures like dental bonding.

The need for full mouth reconstruction may be due to: - Teeth that have been lost - Teeth that have been severely injured - Teeth that have become severely worn - Ongoing complaints of pain

Although implant-supported crowns, bridges, and dentures will eventually need to be replaced, they can last up to a decade with proper care. However, most dental implants will never need to be replaced. They have shown outstanding success rates and many patients are able to enjoy the benefits of implants for a lifetime.

After teeth are removed, the jawbone will slowly shrink away. Significant changes usually occur within six to ten years. Wearing dentures actually accelerates this process. Wearing poorly fitting dentures will accelerate it even more. Poorly fitting dentures do not always hurt. If you had teeth removed at the same time you received your denture, your gums will change greatly in the first six months. After six to nine months a reline processed by the laboratory will be necessary.

The following are some important notes for caring for your dentures: - Dentures should be removed overnight, if possible. This rest period is essential for long-term health of the gums and underlying bone. - You should have two toothbrushes: one denture brush for the denture and one soft toothbrush for the gums and tongue. - Never use toothpaste on dentures. It is too abrasive and will damage the plastic. Use soft soap or water. - Soaking dentures is not a substitute for brushing. - Dentures that are out of your mouth should be stored in clean water. This will prevent warpage that can occur when the plastic dries out.

It is normal to have some sensitivity associated with temporary crown, especially to cold water or biting. This is not to cause alarm, unless the sensitivity is severe or prolonged (about 30 seconds). In which case, you are encouraged to seek professional assistance.

If there are additional treatments that your prosthodontist feels are needed before receiving dental implants, this should be discussed during your initial consultation. Preparations for dental implants may include: - Extractions - Periodontal treatment - Bone grafting - Sinus lift surgery These procedures may require several months for adequate healing, which will add to the length of your treatment.

There are reserved vehicle parking spaces as well as a wheelchair accessible ramp and entryway.

There is a dedicated lot for patients and visitors in front of the office building.

We are available to see patients in-office, but patients can schedule telemedicine appointments for: - Consultations: If you are thinking about having dental implants placed, or getting veneers or teeth whitening, a virtual consult is a great way to get a professional opinion without leaving the comfort and convenience of your home. - Existing Restorations: If you have fillings, crowns, bridges, or dentures, they can become loose or damaged at any time. If you are concerned about the health of your restoration, we can discuss it during a video chat. - Oral Discomfort: If you notice increased tooth sensitivity, we can discuss options to reduce discomfort during a virtual consult. For sudden, significant pain, feel free to schedule an appointment at our office for more immediate pain relief. - Other Concerns : We offer a comprehensive range of dental services that can improve your oral health, function, and appearance. You can feel free to discuss any of your dental concerns with Dr. Schmitt during your virtual consultation.

In today’s world, virtual dental consultations are a great way to address oral health concerns more quickly and conveniently. Listed here are the steps for connecting virtually with Dr. Scott Schmitt, without coming into our Altamonte Springs, FL, practice: 1. Request Your Appointment 2. Confirm Your Appointment Time, with a member of our staff 3. Choose Your Preferred Video App: popular services include WhatsApp, FaceTime, Skype, and Zoom.

As long as you have a steady Internet connection, you can have a dental consult anytime, anywhere. Just make sure your mobile device or computer has video chat capabilities. You can request your consultation on our site today.

While there are many similarities between these two professions, prosthodontists have gone three additional years of training to learn advanced techniques of restoring damaged or missing teeth. As one of the twelve ADA-accredited dental specialties, the field of prosthodontics focuses on comprehensive diagnosis and rehabilitation of the health, function, and appearance of teeth. As a result, our prosthodontist Dr. Scott Schmitt is not a general dentist, but a dental specialist, and is passionately dedicated to serving the dental needs of the greater Orlando area.

Our team believes that dentistry is both an art and a science. Every procedure is completed with aesthetics in mind so that you can enjoy the benefits of an expertly crafted smile. These procedures include: - Dental Implants - Veneers - Dentures - Dental Crowns - All-on-4 Dental Implants - Dental Bridges - Full Mouth Reconstruction