Dr. Totzke is a gentle dentist who incorporates the use of Homeopathy in her practice, which many patients who struggle to get over their fear of a dentist have found to be a very soothing component. Working conservatively for over 20 years as a dentist in Tampa Bay, Dr. Totzke has been dedicated to the vision of helping people make better decisions regarding their Oral Health. By providing patients with updated information regarding the newest techniques and most recent technology, her teams priority is to provide individualized attention to each patient, helping them achieve their expectations.
The end result is empowering her patients with alternatives to help them make educated health care decisions. As Dr. Totzke would say, A sound mind and a healthy body are the two best assets a person can invest in, and strive to have their entire life
Dr. Totzke considers dental care as an integral whole-patient wellness and focuses her practice on homeopathic and holistic dentistry. She takes time to understand the systemic effects disease can have on teeth and soft tissue. Raising awareness of the relationship between medical and dental health is our focus. Dr. Totzke takes time to review changes in her patients medical history, provides advice on positive dietary and lifestyle choices, and helps manage stress so teeth are not prematurely worn by grinding.
At All Ages Dental Spa, Dr. Totzke has invested in some of the most advanced dental equipment to help patients heal faster and enjoy the time they spend in our office. She has mastered the use of dental lasers and integrates this approach in her patients treatment plans whenever possible. She is committed to providing quality dental care while keeping her patients comfortable.
Dental lasers allow her to focus treatment only on the targeted areas, resulting in more effective procedures and improved outcomes. Healing times following laser procedures are drastically reduced when compared to traditional methods. The need for sutures is also reduced or eliminated when soft tissue lasers are used for minor surgeries.
Preventing dental disease starts at home with good oral hygiene and a balanced diet. It is continued in the dental office by the efforts of your dentist and dental hygienist to promote, restore, and maintain your oral health.
Our office is equipped with the latest technology to offer the best treatments modern cosmetic dentistry. Digital impressions create a precise model of your teeth for our customized treatments and ensure that your restorations look and feel natural.
Our Tampa dentist typically detects periodontal disease during your regular check-ups. If she sees signs of any gum issues, she can perform a procedure known as root scaling and planning. This treatment involves removing the plaque and tartar from beneath the gum line, reducing periodontal pockets, and preventing the progression of the bacteria.
When periodontal disease reaches its severe stages, it negatively impacts surrounding dental structures. With the use of the laser, not only does Dr. Totzke effectively diminish periodontal pockets, but it also encourages the growth of healthy hard tissues to help support teeth. This is an additional benefit of using this dental technology as there is no need for surgical grafts and increases overall patient comfort.
The incidence of tooth decay has significantly diminished over the years due to the use of fluorides and an increase in patient awareness. However, teeth are still susceptible to decay, infection, and breakage and sometimes need to be restored back to health.
Through improved techniques and modern technology, you can rest assured knowing we will always discuss with you the available options, and recommend what we believe to be the most comfortable and least invasive treatment.
Reasons for restorative dentistry: Enhance your smile. Fill in unattractive spaces between teeth. Improve or correct an improper bite. Prevent the loss of a tooth. Relieve dental pain. Repair damaged and decayed teeth. Replace missing teeth. Replace old, unattractive dental treatments. Restore normal eating and chewing.
Our dentist uses the DIAGNOdent Laser by the Kavo Corporation, which detects even the smallest cavities at the earliest possible stage. It actually looks beneath the surface of your teeth to detect decay from the inside.
Early detection allows us to place small microscopic fillings virtually invisible to the naked eye. When this detection system is used, treatment is very quick, painless and in most cases without the need of anesthesia. The Diagnodent is painless, and invaluable in keeping your teeth for a lifetime.
When cosmetic imperfections obscure otherwise healthy teeth, the most transformative option may be the one that requires the least amount of alteration. At All Ages Dental Spa, our goal is improving wellness overall, and we offer Lumineers for patients as a conservative way to enhance aesthetics dramatically.
Asymmetrical or discolored teeth are among the more common aesthetic challenges patients face. These are the cases where Lumineers prove to be an incredibly beneficial option. These veneers are as thin as contact lenses and do not require altering the dental structure. With just two visits to our practice, patients can receive the significantly brighter smile theyre looking for without having to wear temporaries or experiencing any downtime following treatment.
Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA) is a breathing disorder, which occurs during sleep, due to the narrowing or total closure of the airway. It is a serious medical condition that affects your entire health. Some of the most common symptoms are snoring, excessive daytime sleepiness, high blood pressure. Other symptoms are acid reflux, morning headaches, diabetes, etc.
To help you get a more beautiful smile, We use a series of clear, removable aligners to gradually move your teeth. You wear a set of aligners for about two weeks, removing them only to eat, drink, brush and floss. As you replace each set of aligners with the next in the series, your teeth will gradually move until they reach the position the doctor has prescribed for you. The average treatment time is about 18 months.