Why We Brush Our Tongue

Published: December 3, 2019

When you finish brushing your teeth for the morning or night, brushing the tongue tends to be the last step. And, if it is not in your teeth brushing routine, you are doing yourself a disservice. We brush our tongues as part of our dental routine because the tongue harbors bacteria. The tongue has taste […]

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Enamel is Essential

Published: October 3, 2019

If you have ever seen a dental commercial talking about tooth enamel and just didn’t quite understand what it meant, you’re not the only one. So many toothpaste companies exclaim they’re the best in protecting your teeth’s enamel, and their toothbrushes are just as safe – but what is enamel? The enamel on your teeth […]

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Why Your Family Needs a General Dentist

Published: August 27, 2019

Whether you’re looking for a dentist for yourself or you’re trying to find someone to care for your whole family, general dentistry offers you the core resources most patients need to maintain their oral health. The broad range of services offered by Dr. Genninger’s general dental practice can provide everything from tooth replacement, cosmetic dentistry, […]

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How Long Will My Dentures Take?

Published: June 14, 2019

Going without the use of your teeth for any amount of time is frustrating. It is understandable that if you are looking into getting dentures from Dr. Douglas G. Genninger and the staff at Genninger Dental that you would want them as fast as possible. How long does it take to get dentures in Tampa, […]

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Celebrate Your Dentist This Month

Published: March 28, 2019

March is a great time at Genninger Dental. This is because Dr. Douglas G. Genninger and the rest of our staff celebrate National Dentist Day on March 6 and Oral Health Month for the rest of March. In fact, this is a great time to schedule a visit to your dentist in Tampa, FL, and […]

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Why Poor Oral Health Promotes Systemic Diseases and What You Can Do to Change It

Published: October 20, 2015

In 2014, the Surgeon General’s office put out the first report on the relationship between oral health and general health, which highlighted the association between chronic health problems and good oral hygiene. Your general dentist in Tampa, FL not only helps you have a beautiful smile, but can help you manage chronic disease, such as […]

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The Average Cost of a Root Canal

Published: October 20, 2014

Most patients avoid the dentist because they are afraid of the discomfort they might experience or an expensive procedure they might need to have. While it is understandable that there is an underlying fear of the unknown, I always encourage my patients to consider the alternative: avoiding the dentist typically leads to tooth discomfort from […]

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Signs You Need a Root Canal

Published: October 20, 2014

Suffering from tooth pain or sensitivity? Many of my patients are concerned about whether or not they will need a serious dental treatment done. I typically recommend a root canal procedure in order to save a badly decayed or infected tooth. Here are signs I tell my patients to look for if they are worried […]

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Symptoms of a Bad Root Canal

Published: October 20, 2014

In my profession we hate to say it, but sometimes dental procedures can go terribly wrong. If you had a root canal done, you could have the unfortunate experience of suffering from a bad procedure. Root canal complications are frustrating for both the patient and the dentist, since we want to help you have the […]

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The Safety of Hydrogen Peroxide for Teeth Whitening | eHow

Published: October 20, 2014

For a century or more, hydrogen peroxide has been used medicinally as everything from a topical disinfectant to a bleaching agent. While the compound – identified chemically as H2O2 – has been shown to be somewhat ineffective in the former application, its strong oxidizing power makes it a standout performer in the latter. Why Do […]

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