Periodontitis is a problem that can have long-term effects on your dental health. Seeing the dentist in Jay, FL, regularly can help you avoid periodontitis. Knowing the signs that you may have this condition can help you decide that it’s time to get help from a dental professional. Here’s what you need to watch out for. […]
The holidays are a fun time, but they aren’t always good for your dental health. Sugary desserts and holiday candies can take their toll. It’s important to take care of your teeth! Your dentist in Jay, FL can help you maintain healthy teeth and gums. Below, we’ve provided some tips for maintaining good dental health through the […]
Same-day crowns are one of the best new advancements in dentistry in recent years, which is why Jim D. Lassiter DMD offers this procedure for new and existing patients. Same-day crowns offer a convenient solution for tooth restoration, where patients can enjoy a durable and natural-looking result in just one visit. But just like everything […]
Cavities can be painful and uncomfortable. Your dentist in Jay, FL can help you protect yourself from this problem. If you’ve been getting a lot of cavities, there may be many lifestyle changes you can make to help stop this problem. For more information about what you can do, talk to your dentist at Jim D. Lassiter […]
Your baby should have their first dental appointment around the time that they turn one year old. When you bring your child to the dentist in Jay, FL, you’ll have an opportunity to ask questions during the appointment. You probably have many questions for your child’s dentist. Take advantage of your time with the dentist by […]
One concern many patients have about dental crowns is whether bacteria can grow beneath a dental crown. It’s like putting a fancy covering over something that’s unhealthy. Will it keep the bad situation from getting worse? The thing is, bacteria can grow under a crown or around a crown if certain conditions allow it, but […]
In your golden years, you want to look as good as you did when you were younger. Of course, keeping those smile lines helps to define you and let others know you’ve live a fruitful life! But one of the signs of aging you might not want to show off is a less than ideal […]
If you have missing teeth, you’ve probably considered getting dental implants. But are you a candidate for them? Your dentist in Jay, FL, will perform an exam and make a recommendation based on your situation. There are several other options available to you if, for whatever reason, you are not a good candidate for dental […]
Same day crowns offer a host of conveniences for dental patients. Without compromising quality, same day crowns deliver the same features that traditional crowns offer. At Jim D. Lassiter DMD, we provide same day crowns in Jay, FL to a range of patients; however we find that there are certain situations in which same day crowns […]
We take your oral health seriously at Jim D. Lassiter DMD. Consistent, quality care is essential for attractive, healthy and functioning teeth. For most people, this entails visiting the dentist once every six months. But this rule of thumb isn’t appropriate for everyone. Sometimes people should visit once every three months, or even more frequent. […]
