Gentle Dental Associates

Understanding Cosmetic Dental Care A brilliant, beautiful smile can brighten your appearance and even your outlook on life. At Gentle Dental Associates in Melbourne, Florida, cosmetic and general dentists Jennifer Chace, DMD, FAGD, LVIF and Gregory Chace, DMD, FAGD and their associate Vrinda Shah, DMD are committed to helping patients realize their very best smile with full or partial smile makeovers. From simple smile touch-ups to full mouth rehabilitation, Gentle Dental Associates is here for you. Call or book online for a consultation today. Cosmetic Dentistry Q & A Is a smile makeover right for me? No two smile makeovers are the same. Drs. Chace and Dr. Shah offer complete and partial makeovers personalized to match your aesthetic goals and dental health. A smile makeover means having at least one cosmetic dentistry procedure to beautify your smile. This can be as basic as an in-office whitening treatment or as extensive as a complete mouth reconstruction. How do cosmetic dentists enhance smiles? What does a smile makeover include? Is cosmetic dentistry expensive?

How Dental Implants Improve Your Smile When you feel confident about your smile, you feel confident about your life. The accomplished dentists at Gentle Dental Associates utilize dental implants for men and women of all ages. Visit Gentle Dental Associates in Melbourne, Florida. The experienced team can replace missing or damaged teeth to help restore your confidence and your natural smile. Call for a consultation or request an appointment online to learn more. Dental Implants Q & A What do dental implants do? For many adults, having dental implants is the next best thing to having natural teeth. When you lose your teeth as a result of a traumatic injury, decay, or an illness, it can hurt your self-esteem. Strong, durable, and aesthetically attractive, dental implants help restore the simple confidence that comes with having natural teeth. A dental implant is a titanium post that Dr. Chace surgically places into your bone, beneath your gums. The metal post becomes a permanent base for a replacement tooth. This is essentially the root of a new tooth. It’s similar in shape to an everyday screw. Once the post is in place and your mouth fully heals, a process that typically takes a few months, Dr. Chace mounts the new replacement tooth (crown) on the post . The implants integrate with your bone, which makes them incredibly steady and secure. These metal posts also work to help dentures, crowns, and bridges stay firmly fastened to your jaw.

Why Invisalign Is Better Than Braces Is a mouthful of metal actually a better option over crooked, misaligned teeth? What if you could avoid both? General and cosmetic dentist Gregory Chace, DMD, FAGD at Gentle Dental Associates in Melbourne, Florida provides Invisalign® and SureSmile clear aligner options for straightening teeth. Call Gentle Dental Associates or schedule an appointment online today if you want to straighten out your smile without the appearance of traditional braces. Invisalign Q & A What is Invisalign? You have an innovative new alternative to braces: Invisalign. With Invisalign, clear plastic aligners fitted over your teeth will align your teeth little by little over time. You need to wear them at least 20 hours per day for the ideal results, but the aligners are removable for teeth cleaning and easy eating. When you’re not eating or brushing your teeth, Invisalign aligners should stay in your mouth. Why might Invisalign be a better option for you? Should I get Invisalign?

How Fast Does Teeth Whitening Work? One of the most affordable and easiest ways to improve your smile is with teeth whitening. At Gentle Dental Associates we use the Zoom professional teeth whitening system to create outstanding smiles. The professional dental team at Gentle Dental Associates in Melbourne, Florida can conveniently whiten your teeth in a matter of hours. To find out more about teeth whitening, schedule a consultation over the web or call today. Teeth Whitening Q & A What makes my teeth yellow? Your teeth can turn yellow for a variety of reasons. Certain medications, the stuff you drink and eat, and your age can all play a role. The enamel on your teeth can get surface stains from drinks like red wine, tea, and coffee, and this can make your teeth appear yellow. Major culprits also include smoking and tobacco. Eventually, the surface stains can get even more challenging to get rid of, because they soak deep into the enamel of your tooth to the dentin. Is teeth whitening safe? How does the Zoom in-office procedure work?

Cracked, stained, or misshapen teeth can make you think twice before smiling. The dental experts at Gentle Dental Associates offer porcelain veneers as a way to make your smile look and function better. Custom veneers can help you feel and look your best. Both Drs. Jennifer and Gregory Chace attended LVI (Las Vegas Institute) for advanced training on veneers, so you know you’re in good hands when you visit Gentle Dental Associates in Melbourne, Florida. Call or schedule a consultation online. Veneers Q & A Why should I consider veneers? Veneers help re-create the appearance of your natural teeth with a thin layer of porcelain. Each veneer is custom-fitted to your individual teeth, then one of the skilled cosmetic dentists at Gentle Dental Associates bonds them to your existing teeth. Veneers fix flaws such as cracks, gaps, stains, or misshapen teeth. In addition, they help reinforce frail teeth. Porcelain is the most common material used for veneers due to its stain-resistant properties and its ability to replicate the look of natural tooth enamel. After looking at your case, one of the doctors will work with you to develop a customized plan to meet your needs and desires. What is the process for getting veneers? What are some advantages of veneers?

Custom dentures aren’t just a set of replacement teeth. They’re a path toward freedom, offering you the opportunity to smile, chew, and speak with confidence. Jennifer Chace, DMD, FAGD, LVIF of Gentle Dental Associates and her team can provide quality dentures. They work closely with a local lab to ensure the denture’s good quality and esthetics. Located in Melbourne, Florida, the experienced team can help you speak, eat, and smile like you used to with the best denture option for your lifestyle. Schedule a quick consultation online or call today. Dentures Q & A Are there different types of dentures? There are different types of dentures that range from the more traditional type all the way to fully implant supported/secured dentures. Each case is different and deciding which type of denture is best for you comes from a conversation with one of the doctors to learn about your needs and desires. Designing a new denture is a chance to really help design a smile. There are choices to make about tooth shapes and shades, as well as the gum shades. What are immediate dentures? What if I need denture repairs?

In the United States, nearly 20 million adults suffer from sleep apnea and miss out on valuable sleep. At Gentle Dental Associates in Melbourne, Florida, Jennifer Chace, DMD, FAGD, LVIF, and the team treat this serious condition with personalized treatment plans. They offer lifestyle modification tips and custom-made oral appliances that address airflow blockages restricting your breathing at night. If you find yourself waking up constantly each night and fear sleep apnea may be the cause, call Gentle Dental Associates today or use the online booking tool and schedule a consultation. Sleep Apnea Q & A What is sleep apnea? Sleep apnea is a condition in which your air passage has blockages that restrict air flow while you sleep. Not getting enough oxygen at night can cause you to gasp or choke for air, or snore loudly, waking you up repeatedly when you try to sleep. With sleep apnea your body, and brain, are not getting the sleep they need to function properly. The condition can drain you of energy during the daytime, keeping you from feeling your best at work, school, or in social situations. How do I know if I have sleep apnea? How is sleep apnea treated?

Juggling a family schedule can be hectic, particularly when doctor’s appointments come into play. At Gentle Dental Associates in Melbourne, Florida, cosmetic and general dentist Jennifer Chace, DMD, FAGD, LVIF understands that importance of your child’s dental health. That’s why Dr. Chace is committed to serving your child’s dental needs, no matter their age or the type of oral care needed. You need a dentist that can make sure your children receive great dental care. Request an appointment online or call Gentle Dental Associates today. Pediatrics Q & A What services does a dentist offer for kids? At Gentle Dental Associates, Dr. Chace and the team care about your child’s individual needs. They are committed to working with you to ensure hassle-free dental care whether it’s your son or daughter’s first time at the dentist, or a preventative care visit. With Dr. Chace’s warm and friendly chairside manner, you can rest assured your child will feel at ease and less apprehensive about a visit to the dentist. She has you covered at all stages of dental development from infants to teens. Some of the most common services offered for young patients at Gentle Dental Associates include: Standard dental hygiene and teeth cleaning Orthodontics Root canal treatment (some at the office or referred if needed) Periodontal treatment TMJ treatment Myofunctional therapy for tongue tie, habit reduction Dental sealants Why should children go to the dentist? Why is it important to have an orthodontic evaluation at a young age?

We understand emergencies happen and try to make every effort to accommodate when a patient, or prospective patient, has an emergency arise. We work to make time for the patient to come in the same day if possible so we can figure out what is wrong and make a plan to fix it. Ideally, if time permits, we will treat the issue on that initial visit.