For many, dry mouth is just annoying, and not a serious problem. But for some it can lead to other serious conditions. Saliva keeps the tissues in our mouths well lubricated, keeps out teeth clean, and helps digest food. Inadequate saliva can be uncomfortable, lead to problems eating and speaking, and contribute to tooth decay.
While aging itself is responsible for some dry mouth, most cases are due to the side effects of medications. There are literally hundreds of medications that list dry mouth as a side effect. Dr. Toth can help determine the particular causes of your dry mouth, and help rule out rarer but more serious conditions.
If a medication is the cause, your physician may be able to prescribe an alternate medication. Many common sense approaches will also help, including taking frequent sips of water and stimulating saliva with sugar free gum or candy. Reducing your intake of caffeine, carbonated beverages and alcohol may also help.
Consult Dr. Tothto rule out some serious conditions that reduce the flow of saliva. Once he has ruled out other causes, Dr. Toth will recommend some simple remedies. There are also some oral rinses and artificial saliva products available. Wewill recommend that you be especially vigilant about oral hygiene, since inadequate saliva can increase your chance of tooth decay.
Our goal for our patients is for you to be seen as an individual, to know you personally and not merely treat you as a chart number or the next patient. We promise all our dental patients the same thing: exceptional comfort, a caring and attentive team, an enthusiastic manner, and state-of-the-art dental treatment delivered in a friendly atmosphere.
We have always maintained a high level of cleanliness and disinfection protocols for the office. As we return and begin to re-open you will notice some changes from before in the way we operate. This is intended for your protection and our protection. Some new things that will be implemented are:
We ask that you remain in your vehicle and call the office to notify us that you have arrived. We will let you know when you are ready to be seen by the doctor. We ask that all accompanying visitors remain in the vehicle rather than the reception area unless it is an adult accompanying a child or patient who requires assistance for mobility. You will be asked a series of questions to screen our patients to identify most at-risk patients. We will also take a no-contact recording of your temperature as you arrive at the office. The office staff will be utilizing face-shields and masks more frequently as well as adhering to a heightened disinfection protocol.
Dr. Toth earned his DMD degree from the University of Florida College of Dentistry in Gainesville, Florida. He also attended the University of Florida for his undergraduate studies where he graduated cum laude with a BS in Chemistry. Dr. Toth is very committed to additional studies in the field of dentistry to stay current with new treatment options and techniques. Several topics of special interest to him are the treatment of Temporo-Mandibular Disorders and facial pains. Dr. Toth has been an active member of the American Academy of Orofacial Pain. He is also recognized as a Dawson Academy Scholar by the Dawson Academy in St. Petersburg, Florida having completed a curriculum on the advanced treatment of occlusion and complete oral health.
Originally from the St. Petersburg area in Florida, Dr. Toth grew tired of the heat and flat land, bringing him here to join us in the beautiful mountains of North Carolina. Since 2008, Asheville has been considered home where he can enjoy his hobbies of whitewater kayaking, hiking, and nature photography. For the past several years he has also become very involved in rowing recreationally and competitivelywith the Asheville Rowing Club. The close proximity to the Blue Ridge has been appreciated as Dr. Toth continues to work toward hiking the entire length of the Appalachian Trail. During the winter you can find him enjoying the snow on his skis or on a sled as he has many years of snow-time to make up for. After the many years of school in Gainesville, Dr. Toth naturally became a huge fan of the Florida Gators football team which he cheers loudly for each Saturday in the fall.
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Rating 4.7 out of 5 based on 49 reviews
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a year ago
Dr. Toth and his staff provide excellent service for our families dental needs. Always professional and kind.
Amanda Beck
a year ago
Dr Toth has done an over the top job, and his staff are the most caring people, they really get to know you!
Alaina Smith
a year ago
Great, thorough care and kind people!
donna pittman
a year ago
Very gentle, professional and approachable. Office staff were also very professional and helpful.
Ron Gough
a year ago
Used to hate the time to go for check up but Dr Toth and his great staff makes for such a good experience that I can't wait for 6 months to roll by.
Liana Smith
a year ago
Dr. Toth is a wonder! Thank you for making a root canal go smoothly!
Richard Scott
2 years ago
Excellent dental care and a fantastic staff, I couldn't be happier!
KEVIN P
2 years ago
Always friendly staff here. Very helpful. High quality oral care!
Sherri Beane
2 years ago
Dr. Toth is the most gentle dentist I've been to. He and his staff are kind, professional, and on time. He is very knowledgeable and takes the time to explain what is going on. His staff is well organized and do a great job of helping me on track for my dental care.
Barbara Coursey
2 years ago
As a new patient the staff made me feel welcome and relaxed. Dr Toth explained what he was doing and how we would proceed with future visits. I look forward to seeing him again.
Ceiara Cartony
2 years ago
Very welcoming & friendly staff and dentist. My husband & I are both new patients and we're grateful to have Dr. Toth as our dentist!
Deanna Linke
2 years ago
Highly recommend Dr.Toth. My family and I have been seeing him for years and we get excellent care from him and his staff.
Shari Brown
2 years ago
I made my initial appointment at this dental office the first weeks of January after my insurance had been finalized, for an appointment today, March 21, because they were booked out over three months. I didn't make any appointments at other dental offices that could fit me in earlier because I had a good feeling about this office. I was wrong. I saw I had a missed a call the morning of my appointment and called back to find out they cancelled my initial appointment because they could not reach me two days prior on Saturday to do an over the phone covid screening test - on a day that I work 9-6pm, managing a fine dining boutique hotel restaurant. My second missed call was early this morning - missed because I keep my phone on silent until later in the morning because some nights I get off work quite late. Stunned, I asked why my appointment was cancelled for missing the call, and explained my circumstance. The office manager said it's their policy (which was not on any paperwork sent to me) to screen for covid within 48 and if you miss your call, you're cancelled. No exceptions, no flexibility. I cried. I haven't had dental insurance my whole adult life - I'm 35 years old. I waited three months for this appointment. I'm over giving businesses that adhere only to black and white "policy" over the ability to be flexible and understand humans on a case basis. As covid has taught us, life isn't black and white - and policies are meant to be updated as circumstances change. This was an extremely upsetting experience. I feel defeated.
Vickie Sherlin
2 years ago
Myself and my husband both had apps with Dr. Toth yesterday March 21st, 2022. I'm NOT a fan of dentists at all because my teeth are so sensitive. The dental assistant David was so gentle, caring and understanding and kept me calm. Then Dr. Toth made my visit complete. He was by far the most gentle dentist I have ever been to. I was told I needed root canals and would lose at least one but not only is Dr. Toth saving them all, I only need 3 fillings, no root canals! There was no pain during the exam although my teeth are sensitive. I'm so glad I went and I can't wait for my teeth to be 100% I would highly recommend Dr. Toth from Shelly at the front desk to anyone else there!
Glenda Crawford
2 years ago
I am so pleased with Dr. Toth and his staff! Not only are they all very nice but they do a fabulous job!!!
Jim Hillegas
2 years ago
Conscious clean and clear communicators. High quality dental care. Very thorough unlike some other Asheville dentists.
Jessie Cody
2 years ago
Dr. Toth and his staff have helped tremendously with my dental anxiety. Becky, is the most gentle hygienist I've ever experienced couldn't recommend more highly
Andrea Stolz
2 years ago
Very efficiently run office, nice staff and Dr. Toth is skilled and careful.
Mike Martinelli
2 years ago
My first appointment with my new dentist office was great. Kudos to Shelly Hunter the new office manager Kelly David and Dr Toth. I am so happy to have found such a great doctor and staff
Jason McCoy
2 years ago
Everyone at this office is awesome. They are very professional and friendly. Couldn't have been a better experience. Highly recommend.
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