by Dr. Mark S. Offenback | Mar 20, 2023 | Dental Blog, General Dentistry
Pyorrhea is an antiquated term, but many may still know Periodontal Disease or gum pockets by its old name. Periodontal disease is the #1 cause of tooth loss in America. Thankfully, gum pockets are reversible with proper oral hygiene and other treatment options if... 
by Dr. Mark S. Offenback | Oct 21, 2022 | Dental Blog, General Dentistry
Dr. O wants everyone to know that a crown isn’t just for royalty. If you have a badly damaged tooth, a dental crown can be the perfect solution. This restorative dental procedure is a cap that covers the entire surface of the tooth. It restores strength, shape, and... 
by Dr. Mark S. Offenback | May 11, 2022 | Dental Blog, General Dentistry
The temporomandibular joints work hard. They don’t just connect your jaw to your skull. They perform every time that you open or close your mouth, clench your teeth, talk, sing, bite down, swallow, or complete similar tasks. These jaw joints are an essential... 
by Dr. Mark S. Offenback | Apr 20, 2022 | Dental Blog, General Dentistry
You’ve heard since you were a child that brushing your teeth twice a day is the most important task to maintain healthy teeth and gums. However, you’ll get the best result when you combine a regular oral hygiene habit with proper brushing techniques and the best... 
by Dr. Mark S. Offenback | Jan 18, 2022 | Dental Blog, General Dentistry, Oral Hygiene
You don’t have to ace an anatomy course to figure out that the various parts of the body are connected. But it does raise a question. If an unhealthy mouth can have disastrous consequences for your smile, what impact can it have on the rest of your body? Could... 
by Dr. Mark S. Offenback | Feb 26, 2014 | Dental Blog
I will start by introducing myself. I am Dr. Mark S. Offenback, D.D.S., or as many endearingly call me, “Dr. O.” I obtained my Doctor of Dental Surgery degree from the University of Tennessee (Memphis) in 1984. I am also a University of Central Florida graduate and...