Coronavirus Announcement Now Offering Telehealth Consultations! COVID-19 Patient Screening Form

Dear Patients and Parents,

We are thrilled to announce the immediate availability of our secure telehealth video service! We now offer fully HIPAA-compliant video conferencing for our patients and friends that is:

Our new video chat service is completely safe and secure, fully protects the privacy of the patient, and works on Android and iOS, on PCs and Macs! The software is fully vetted and tested so that our patients and friends can rest assured that their protected health information will remain private and secure. All you need to have is a computer, tablet or smartphone with Web Cam and audio capabilities and a good internet connection! We are now scheduling appointments for new and established patients to video chat directly with the dentist to review your existing treatment plans and/or answer any of your dental need questions. Patients may schedule video chat appointments by calling our office and speaking with our staff available during business hours Monday through Friday.

Sincerely,
W. Roger Long, DDS, PA
Bethany T. Wierzbicki, DMD, MBA

Adriana Albite, DMD

W. Roger Long, DDS

Bethany Wierzbicki, DMD, MBA

TMD and Orthotics

Experiencing jaw pain and headaches – you may be suffering from TMJ Disorder and not even know it

What is TMJ Disorder (TMD)?

Your temporomandibular joint (TMJ) connects your lower jaw to your cranium (skull), allowing you to chew and talk.

TMJ disorder is caused when this joint becomes inflamed or misaligned, resulting in severe pain, which can lead to complicated health conditions. This can also occur due to the articular disc becoming dislocated, thus restricting the jaw from proper movement.

What Causes TMJ Disorder?

TMJ disorders result when the jaw is misaligned. This can be caused by:

  • Trauma to the mouth, fatigue of surrounding muscles, teeth grinding, jaw clenching, damage to the bone cartilage around the joint, Osteo or Rheumatoid arthritis, genetics, poor dental work and teeth clenching during sleep

Do orthotics help TMJ?

An orthotic, sometimes called a Bite Splint, is a very effective method in relieving TMD symptoms. It provides an acrylic platform to bite against, sometimes moving the mandible to a new position that is more comfortable.

At Smooth Sailing Dental, Dr. Wierzbicki offers neuromuscular dentistry services designed to address issues relating to jaw pain and misalignment.

Do orthotics help TMJ? Schedule An Appointment at 772-464-2943

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Coronavirus Announcement Now Offering Telehealth Consultations! COVID-19 Patient Screening Form

Dear Patients and Parents,

We are thrilled to announce the immediate availability of our secure telehealth video service! We now offer fully HIPAA-compliant video conferencing for our patients and friends that is:

Our new video chat service is completely safe and secure, fully protects the privacy of the patient, and works on Android and iOS, on PCs and Macs! The software is fully vetted and tested so that our patients and friends can rest assured that their protected health information will remain private and secure. All you need to have is a computer, tablet or smartphone with Web Cam and audio capabilities and a good internet connection! We are now scheduling appointments for new and established patients to video chat directly with the dentist to review your existing treatment plans and/or answer any of your dental need questions. Patients may schedule video chat appointments by calling our office and speaking with our staff available during business hours Monday through Friday.

Sincerely,
W. Roger Long, DDS, PA
Bethany T. Wierzbicki, DMD, MBA