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Cosmetic Dentistry Services We Offer
Author: Parker Dentistry updated: Feb. 08, 2021

Obtaining that smile you've been hoping for is easier than ever, whether you're hoping to improve an imperfection, or two, or are looking for a full smile makeover, cosmetic dentistry Read more
Category: Dental Procedures, Oral Health
What Is Invisalign?
Author: Parker Dentistry updated: Nov. 20, 2020

Metal braces aren't the only way to straighten crooked teeth or correct bite problems. Invisalign treatment improves your smile using clear, discreet aligner trays instead of metal wires and brackets. Read more
Category: Dental Procedures, Oral Health
Your Cosmetic Dentistry Options
Author: Parker Dentistry updated: Jul. 20, 2020

Are you ready to do something about your smile but aren't sure which cosmetic dentistry procedure is right for you? Your Hollywood, FL, cosmetic dentists, Drs. Stephen and Blake Parker, Read more
Category: Dental Procedures, Oral Health
Benefits of CEREC One Day Crowns
Author: Parker Dentistry updated: Apr. 10, 2020

Restore a damaged tooth in just a single day with our in-office CEREC crowns Who doesn’t want to walk right into their dentist’s office and right back out with a newly Read more
Category: Oral Health
Your Child's Age One Dental Visit
Author: Parker Dentistry updated: Nov. 05, 2019

Don't wait too long to bring your child for their first dental visit. Find out why they should see the dentist for the first time during their first year. Read more
Category: Mouth Care, Oral Health
Why Your Teeth May Hurt
Author: Parker Dentistry updated: Oct. 07, 2014

Don't ignore tooth pain hoping it goes away. No matter how mild or fleeting it may be, it's a sign that something's wrong. Healthy teeth shouldn't cause discomfort because the Read more
Category: Oral Health
Why Invisalign Treatment is Right For Me?
Author: Parker Dentistry updated: Aug. 19, 2015

Are you embarrassed by your crowded, gapped or crooked teeth but less than thrilled about the idea of having to wear traditional metal braces for months on end? If so, Read more
Category: Oral Health
Who Needs a Mouthguard?
Author: Parker Dentistry updated: Aug. 22, 2013

What is a mouthguard? A mouthguard or mouth protector is a protective appliance that covers the teeth and gums to prevent or reduce injury to the teeth, gums, jaws, and Read more
Category: Oral Health
What Our Office Can Do About Your Snoring or Sleep Apnea
Author: Parker Dentistry updated: Nov. 13, 2011

Snoring and Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA) is a condition that occurs when the upper airway (back of your throat) collapses or is blocked, causing significant airflow disruption. A person with Read more
Category: Oral Health
What is Pediatric Conscious Sedation?
Author: Parker Dentistry updated: May 22, 2014

In dentistry (as well as other branches of medicine) pediatric conscious sedation is becoming more widespread than ever — but some people aren’t yet familiar with this beneficial therapy. Conscious Read more
Category: Oral Health
What Is A Baby Tooth Worth?
Author: Parker Dentistry updated: May 24, 2015

For most people, raising kids is an expensive proposition. (A recent estimate by the U.S. Department of Agriculture puts the average tab at almost a quarter of a million dollars Read more
Category: Oral Health
What Could Be Causing Your Temporomandibular Disorder (TMD)?
Author: Parker Dentistry updated: Apr. 17, 2011

When treating Temporomandibular (jaw joint) Disorder (formerly known as Temporomandibular Joint Disorder, TMJ), we feel we have two equally important challenges facing us. First, we must start your treatment by Read more
Category: Oral Health
What Are Baby Teeth, And Why Do They Come Out?
Author: Parker Dentistry updated: Apr. 27, 2012

Many youngsters look forward to finding a surprise under their pillow after a visit from the “tooth fairy.” This fable may comfort children who wonder why their first teeth come Read more
Category: Oral Health
Warning Signs of Gum Disease
Author: Parker Dentistry updated: Jun. 13, 2013

Do you frequently experience bleeding gums during your daily brushing routine? You might assume that you are brushing too hard and that this bleeding is normal. However, you should know Read more
Category: Oral Health
Vanna White Talks Dentistry
Author: Parker Dentistry updated: May 22, 2011

Vanna White has been a household name for the last 27+ years and is best known as the first female co-host of the game show, Wheel of Fortune. She radiates Read more
Category: Oral Health
Understanding Tooth Sensitivity
Author: Parker Dentistry updated: Apr. 24, 2011

Tooth sensitivity is an issue that can range from a slight twinge at times to downright excruciating pain. However, before we continue, understanding the cause of tooth sensitivity is helpful Read more
Category: Oral Health