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4 Types of Fixed Dental Bridges. Which one is Best

Fixed dental bridges are true multitaskers. These clever devices can restore your smile by filling in the gap left by one or more missing teeth. While doing so, they prevent other teeth from moving, help you speak clearly, aid your ability to chew, and maintain your facial shape. Are you considering a fixed dental bridge? […]

Unbearable Sinus Tooth Pain – Its Causes and Treatment Options

Is it tooth pain? Or is it something more? With some 30 million Americans receiving sinus infections diagnoses each year, there’s a chance that severe dental discomfort could be more than a simple sore tooth. You may be battling unbearable sinus tooth pain. Defining Sinus Tooth Pain Sometimes, you’re confident that your sinuses are responsible […]

Bruxism – Symptoms, Causes and Treatment Options

Do your jaws ache during the day or especially when you wake up? Is your partner complaining of odd noises that disrupt their sleep? Bruxism may be to blame. If you’re unfamiliar with the term bruxism, you might recognize teeth grinding or jaw clenching. This stealthy condition often goes unnoticed because it becomes a habit […]

Risk Factors and Treatment for Gum Pockets

Pyorrhea is an antiquated term, but many may still know Periodontal Disease or gum pockets by its old name.  Periodontal disease is the #1 cause of tooth loss in America. Thankfully, gum pockets are reversible with proper oral hygiene and other treatment options if the pockets are deeper. We’ve outlined information about gum pockets, the […]

Types of Mouth Guards for Teeth Grinding, Sleep Apnea and TMJ

What can a dental mouth guard do for you? Custom mouth guards from a dentist can achieve amazing things. These sleek oral devices can combat health issues like teeth grinding, temporomandibular joint disorder, and sleep apnea. Not all mouth guards are created equal. Let’s explore the different types of mouthguards and how they apply to […]

Why Emax Crowns Are The Better Choice

Dr. O wants everyone to know that a crown isn’t just for royalty. If you have a badly damaged tooth, a dental crown can be the perfect solution. This restorative dental procedure is a cap that covers the entire surface of the tooth. It restores strength, shape, and function. Some crowns can even revive the […]

Using Botox for TMJ: Symptoms & Treatment for TMJ

The temporomandibular joints work hard. They don’t just connect your jaw to your skull. They perform every time that you open or close your mouth, clench your teeth, talk, sing, bite down, swallow, or complete similar tasks. These jaw joints are an essential part of everyday life. That makes finding an effective treatment when TMJ […]

Which is Better? An Electric Toothbrush or a Manual Toothbrush?

You’ve heard since you were a child that brushing your teeth twice a day is the most important task to maintain healthy teeth and gums. However, you’ll get the best result when you combine a regular oral hygiene habit with proper brushing techniques and the best tools. That means that the toothbrush you choose matters. […]

Does Oral Health Contribute to your Overall Health?

You don’t have to ace an anatomy course to figure out that the various parts of the body are connected. But it does raise a question. If an unhealthy mouth can have disastrous consequences for your smile, what impact can it have on the rest of your body? Could poor oral health put your overall […]

Hello Tooth Fans!

I will start by introducing myself.  I am Dr. Mark S. Offenback, D.D.S., or as many endearingly call me, “Dr. O.”  I obtained my Doctor of Dental Surgery degree from the University of Tennessee (Memphis) in 1984. I am also a University of Central Florida graduate and I have lived in Apopka since I was […]