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status-publish format-standard hentry category-uncategorized" id="post-124"> 235 236 <h2 class="storytitle"> 237 <a href="https://www.pvfamilydentistry.com/blog/5-reasons-to-get-a-tooth-colored-filling/" rel="bookmark">5 Benefits of Tooth-Colored Fillings</a> 238 </h2> 239 240 <p>September 17, 2026</p> 241 <!-- 242 <div class="meta"> 243 </div> 244 --> 245 246 <div class="storycontent"> 247 <div class="wp-block-image"> 248<figure class="alignleft size-large is-resized"><img fetchpriority="high" decoding="async" width="1024" height="768" src="https://www.pvfamilydentistry.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/AdobeStock_308193061-1024x768.jpg" alt="A CGI of teeth with composite resin fillings" class="wp-image-125" style="width:313px;height:auto" srcset="https://www.pvfamilydentistry.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/AdobeStock_308193061-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https://www.pvfamilydentistry.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/AdobeStock_308193061-300x225.jpg 300w, https://www.pvfamilydentistry.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/AdobeStock_308193061-768x576.jpg 768w, https://www.pvfamilydentistry.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/AdobeStock_308193061.jpg 1200w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" /></figure> 249</div> 250 251 252<p class="wp-block-paragraph">It used to be that when you needed to repair a tooth with decay or cavities, your dentist would remove the damaged enamel and restore it with an amalgam metal filling. However, although these were strong and long-lasting, aesthetically speaking, they left a lot to be desired. Worse yet, recent studies have revealed that they could actually be <em>harming</em> the very teeth they were designed to protect, and potentially subjecting patients to elevated levels of mercury in their bloodstream. Thankfully, todayâs durable, beautiful <a href="https://www.pvfamilydentistry.com/restorative-dentistry.html">tooth-colored fillings</a> are the restoration of choice in most dental practices. Here are five reasons why composite resin is so popular, and why you should consider replacing your old metal fillings with it!</p> 253 254 255 256 <a href="https://www.pvfamilydentistry.com/blog/5-reasons-to-get-a-tooth-colored-filling/#more-124" class="more-link">(more…)</a> </div> 257 </div> 258 <div class="post-120 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-uncategorized" id="post-120"> 259 260 <h2 class="storytitle"> 261 <a href="https://www.pvfamilydentistry.com/blog/teeth-whitening-truths-3-myths-you-shouldnt-believe/" rel="bookmark">Teeth Whitening Truths: 3 Myths You Shouldnât Believe</a> 262 </h2> 263 264 <p>August 9, 2026</p> 265 <!-- 266 <div class="meta"> 267 </div> 268 --> 269 270 <div class="storycontent"> 271 <div class="wp-block-image"> 272<figure class="alignleft size-medium"><img decoding="async" width="300" height="200" src="https://www.pvfamilydentistry.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/AdobeStock_301846975-300x200.jpg" alt="Nose-to-neck view of woman pointing to her bright white smile with a single finger" class="wp-image-121" srcset="https://www.pvfamilydentistry.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/AdobeStock_301846975-300x200.jpg 300w, https://www.pvfamilydentistry.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/AdobeStock_301846975-1024x682.jpg 1024w, https://www.pvfamilydentistry.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/AdobeStock_301846975-768x512.jpg 768w, https://www.pvfamilydentistry.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/AdobeStock_301846975.jpg 1525w" sizes="(max-width: 300px) 100v
272w, 300px" /></figure> 273</div> 274 275 276<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Youâre not alone if you feel self-conscious about dental stains but are feeling tempted to try cheaper over-the-counter products rather than visit your dentist to try to save money. After all, many commercial-grade whitening gels and strips claim to achieve the same or similar results at a fraction of the price.</p> 277 278 279 280<p class="wp-block-paragraph">But are store-bought solutions as effective as <a href="https://www.pvfamilydentistry.com/teeth-whitening.html">professional teeth whitening</a>? Continue reading to learn whether these 3 myths about these treatment options are true so you can make a well-informed decision to brighten your smile!</p> 281 282 283 284 <a href="https://www.pvfamilydentistry.com/blog/teeth-whitening-truths-3-myths-you-shouldnt-believe/#more-120" class="more-link">(more…)</a> </div> 285 </div> 286 <div class="post-116 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-uncategorized" id="post-116"> 287 288 <h2 class="storytitle"> 289 <a href="https://www.pvfamilydentistry.com/blog/foods-drinks-stain-teeth/" rel="bookmark">How Do Foods and Drinks Stain Your Teeth?</a> 290 </h2> 291 292 <p>July 27, 2026</p> 293 <!-- 294 <div class="meta"> 295 </div> 296 --> 297 298 <div class="storycontent"> 299 <div class="wp-block-image"> 300<figure class="alignleft size-large is-resized"><img decoding="async" width="1024" height="683" src="https://www.pvfamilydentistry.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/Wine-1-Small-1024x683.jpg" alt="Woman holding a glass of wine" class="wp-image-117" style="aspect-ratio:1.4992888417882142;width:273px;height:auto" srcset="https://www.pvfamilydentistry.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/Wine-1-Small-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https://www.pvfamilydentistry.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/Wine-1-Small-300x200.jpg 300w, https://www.pvfamilydentistry.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/Wine-1-Small-768x512.jpg 768w, https://www.pvfamilydentistry.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/Wine-1-Small-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https://www.pvfamilydentistry.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/Wine-1-Small-2048x1365.jpg 2048w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" /></figure> 301</div> 302 303 304<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Have you noticed that your teeth have become stained over time? Discoloration is a natural part of getting older, but there are certain things that can cause it to progress faster. This includes the different components of your diet. Read on to learn about how different types of goods and drinks can stain your teeth and what you can do to <a href="https://www.pvfamilydentistry.com/teeth-whitening.html">reverse discoloration</a>, leaving you with a bright, white smile!</p> 305 306 307 308 <a href="https://www.pvfamilydentistry.com/blog/foods-drinks-stain-teeth/#more-116" class="more-link">(more…)</a> </div> 309 </div> 310 <div class="post-110 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-uncategorized" id="post-110"> 311 312 <h2 class="storytitle"> 313 <a href="https://www.pvfamilydentistry.com/blog/coverage-count-how-many-veneers-will-i-need/" rel="bookmark">Coverage Count: How Many Veneers Will I Need?</a> 314 </h2> 315 316 <p>June 5, 2026</p> 317 <!-- 318 <div class="meta"> 319 </div> 320 --> 321 322 <div class="storycontent"> 323 <div class="wp-block-image"> 324<figure class="alignleft size-medium"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="300" height="176" src="https://www.pvfamilydentistry.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/AdobeStock_851810145-1-300x176.jpg" alt="Nose-to-neck view of gloved hand holding shade guide to woman's teeth" class="wp-image-112" srcset="https://www.pvfamilydentistry.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/AdobeStock_851810145-1-300x176.jpg 300w, https://www.pvfamilydentistry.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/AdobeStock_851810145-1-1024x601.jpg 1024w, https://www.pvfamilydentistry.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/AdobeStock_851810145-1-768x451.jpg 768w, https://www.pvfamilydentistry.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/AdobeStock_851810145-1-1536x901.jpg 1536w, https://www.pvfamilydentistry.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/AdobeStock_851810145-1-2048x1202.jpg 2048w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 300px) 100v
324w, 300px" /></figure> 325</div> 326 327 328<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Youâre not alone if youâre feeling self-conscious about imperfections in your teeth. After all, your smile is one of the first things new people notice about you, and if yours is full of flaws, you might not make a positive impression.</p> 329 330 331 332<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Thankfully, your dentist can help correct one or more aesthetic concerns with <a href="https://www.pvfamilydentistry.com/veneers.html">veneers</a>. But you might have questions before proceeding, such as how many of these restorations are needed to achieve the desired results. If youâre eager to upgrade your grin with veneers, keep reading to learn how many you may need!</p> 333 334 335 336 <a href="https://www.pvfamilydentistry.com/blog/coverage-count-how-many-veneers-will-i-need/#more-110" class="more-link">(more…)</a> </div> 337 </div> 338 <div class="post-105 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-uncategorized" id="post-105"> 339 340 <h2 class="storytitle"> 341 <a href="https://www.pvfamilydentistry.com/blog/cosmetic-dental-treatment-longevity/" rel="bookmark">How Long Will the Results of Your Cosmetic Dental Treatment Last?</a> 342 </h2> 343 344 <p>May 19, 2026</p> 345 <!-- 346 <div class="meta"> 347 </div> 348 --> 349 350 <div class="storycontent"> 351 <div class="wp-block-image"> 352<figure class="alignleft size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="300" height="200" src="https://www.pvfamilydentistry.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/AdobeStock_282938337-2-1.jpeg" alt="Woman in sweater showing her smile" class="wp-image-106"/></figure> 353</div> 354 355 356<p class="wp-block-paragraph"><a href="https://www.pvfamilydentistry.com/cosmetic-dentistry.html">Cosmetic dentistry</a> can address various imperfections on your teeth and ultimately improve the appearance of your smile. But just how long will the results last before they need to be redone? The answer to this question can vary depending on what treatment was performed. Before investing in cosmetic dentistry, itâs a good idea to familiarize yourself with your options and how long you can expect them to last.</p> 357 358 359 360 <a href="https://www.pvfamilydentistry.com/blog/cosmetic-dental-treatment-longevity/#more-105" class="more-link">(more…)</a> </div> 361 </div> 362 <div class="post-101 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-uncategorized" id="post-101"> 363 364 <h2 class="storytitle"> 365 <a href="https://www.pvfamilydentistry.com/blog/toward-a-proportional-smile-a-guide-to-fixing-small-teeth/" rel="bookmark">Toward a Proportional Smile: A Guide to Fixing Small Teeth</a> 366 </h2> 367 368 <p>April 10, 2026</p> 369 <!-- 370 <div class="meta"> 371 </div> 372 --> 373 374 <div class="storycontent"> 375 <div class="wp-block-image"> 376<figure class="alignleft size-medium"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="300" height="200" src="https://www.pvfamilydentistry.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/AdobeStock_681721213__1761339666_35042-300x200.jpg" alt="Woman smiling and pointing to her smile" class="wp-image-102" srcset="https://www.pvfamilydentistry.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/AdobeStock_681721213__1761339666_35042-300x200.jpg 300w, https://www.pvfamilydentistry.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/AdobeStock_681721213__1761339666_35042-768x512.jpg 768w, https://www.pvfamilydentistry.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/AdobeStock_681721213__1761339666_35042.jpg 800w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px" /></figure> 377</div> 378 379 380<p class="wp-block-paragraph">When looking in the mirror, do you think your teeth are a bit small? Compared to other people’s, you might imagine your smile is shorter or stubbier, but you may be wondering what’s causing this. This flaw can make you self-conscious, so to get you back to a confident look, here’s a guide on why this can happen and what your dentist can do to give you a <a href="https://www.pvfamilydentistry.com/cosmetic-dentistry.html">balanced smile</a> you love.</p> 381 382 383 384 <a href="https://www.pvfamilydentistry.com/blog/toward-a-proportional-smile-a-guide-to-fixing-small-teeth/#more-101" class="more-link">(more…)</a> </div> 385 </div> 386 <div class="post-97 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-uncategorized" id="post-97"> 387 388 <h2 class="storytitle"> 389 <a href="https://www.pvfamilydentistry.com/blog/should-you-replace-your-metal-fillings/" rel="bookmark">Aesthetic Upgrade: Should You Replace Your Metal Fillings?</a> 390 </h2> 391 392 <p>March 6, 2026</p> 393 <!-- 394 <div class="meta"> 395 </div> 396 --> 397 398 <div class="storycontent"> 399 <div class="wp-block-image"> 400<figure class="alignleft size-medium"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="300" height="200" src="https://www.pvfamilydentistry.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/AdobeStock_254812419__1754429913_48045-300x200.jpg" alt="Person with metal fillings" class="wp-image-98" srcset="https://www.pvfamilydentistry.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/AdobeStock_254812419__1754429913_48045-300x200.jpg 300w, https://www.pvfamilydentistry.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/AdobeStock_254812419__1754429913_48045-768x512.jpg 768w, https://www.pvfamilydentistry.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/AdobeStock_254812419__1754429913_48045.jpg 800w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 300px) 100v
400w, 300px" /></figure> 401</div> 402 403 404<p class="wp-block-paragraph">If you got a filling in the past, then the only option around was likely a metal material called amalgam. While itâs served you well, you might be a bit self-conscious about it. After all, itâs a different color from your enamel, so it can look especially dark against your smile. There is a <a href="https://www.pvfamilydentistry.com/restorative-dentistry.html">tooth-colored option</a> available nowadays, but should you get it replaced? Here’s what you need to know to help you decide.</p> 405 406 407 408 <a href="https://www.pvfamilydentistry.com/blog/should-you-replace-your-metal-fillings/#more-97" class="more-link">(more…)</a> </div> 409 </div> 410 <div class="post-93 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-uncategorized" id="post-93"> 411 412 <h2 class="storytitle"> 413 <a href="https://www.pvfamilydentistry.com/blog/will-your-dentures-make-you-talk-differently/" rel="bookmark">Will Your Dentures Make You Talk Differently?</a> 414 </h2> 415 416 <p>February 16, 2026</p> 417 <!-- 418 <div class="meta"> 419 </div> 420 --> 421 422 <div class="storycontent"> 423 <div class="wp-block-image"> 424<figure class="alignleft size-medium"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="300" height="169" src="https://www.pvfamilydentistry.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/AdobeStock_313376464__1771371153_72647-300x169.jpg" alt="Man smiling with dentures" class="wp-image-94" srcset="https://www.pvfamilydentistry.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/AdobeStock_313376464__1771371153_72647-300x169.jpg 300w, https://www.pvfamilydentistry.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/AdobeStock_313376464__1771371153_72647-768x432.jpg 768w, https://www.pvfamilydentistry.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/AdobeStock_313376464__1771371153_72647.jpg 800w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px" /></figure> 425</div> 426 427 428<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Now that you have <a href="https://www.pvfamilydentistry.com/dentures.html">dentures</a>, you may be excited about having a full smile once again. You may feel a new wave of confidence you’ll want to revel in, but did you know that your speech might change just a bit? While this can feel awkward at first, it’s something that many people who get this prosthetic go through. Here’s how dentures can alter how you talk and ways to get back to speaking clearly.</p> 429 430 431 432 <a href="https://www.pvfamilydentistry.com/blog/will-your-dentures-make-you-talk-differently/#more-93" class="more-link">(more…)</a> </div> 433 </div> 434 <div class="post-89 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-uncategorized" id="post-89"> 435 436 <h2 class="storytitle"> 437 <a href="https://www.pvfamilydentistry.com/blog/prosthodontist-vs-general-dentist/" rel="bookmark">Why Visit a Prosthodontist Instead of a General Dentist?</a> 438 </h2> 439 440 <p>January 26, 2026</p> 441 <!-- 442 <div class="meta"> 443 </div> 444 --> 445 446 <div class="storycontent"> 447 <div class="wp-block-image"> 448<figure class="alignleft size-medium"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="300" height="200" src="https://www.pvfamilydentistry.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/image-300x200.png" alt="Prosthodontist consulting with patient and pointing to a dental model" class="wp-image-90" srcset="https://www.pvfamilydentistry.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/image-300x200.png 300w, https://www.pvfamilydentistry.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/image.png 564w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px" /></figure> 449</div> 450 451 452<p class="wp-block-paragraph">Letâs say you need to replace a missing tooth or two. The first type of doctor youâd think about seeing would be a dentist, right? Youâre off to a good start there, and certainly, most general dentists would be able to provide you with a bridge or denture. But if you want to re
452ceive the best quality care from a certified restoration expert, a <a href="https://www.pvfamilydentistry.com/im-looking-for-a-prosthodontist.html">prosthodontist</a> is who you should visit! Hereâs the inside scoop on what a prosthodontist is and what they can do for you.</p> 453 454 455 456 <a href="https://www.pvfamilydentistry.com/blog/prosthodontist-vs-general-dentist/#more-89" class="more-link">(more…)</a> </div> 457 </div> 458 <div class="post-85 post type-post status-publish format-standard hentry category-uncategorized" id="post-85"> 459 460 <h2 class="storytitle"> 461 <a href="https://www.pvfamilydentistry.com/blog/dental-implant-post-off-questions/" rel="bookmark">5 Common Dental Implant Post-Op Questions â Answered!</a> 462 </h2> 463 464 <p>December 30, 2025</p> 465 <!-- 466 <div class="meta"> 467 </div> 468 --> 469 470 <div class="storycontent"> 471 <div class="wp-block-image"> 472<figure class="alignleft size-large is-resized"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1024" height="683" src="https://www.pvfamilydentistry.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/Resting-1-Small-1024x683.jpg" alt="Woman sleeping in a bed" class="wp-image-86" style="aspect-ratio:1.4992888417882142;width:313px;height:auto" srcset="https://www.pvfamilydentistry.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/Resting-1-Small-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https://www.pvfamilydentistry.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/Resting-1-Small-300x200.jpg 300w, https://www.pvfamilydentistry.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/Resting-1-Small-768x512.jpg 768w, https://www.pvfamilydentistry.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/Resting-1-Small-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https://www.pvfamilydentistry.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/Resting-1-Small-2048x1365.jpg 2048w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" /></figure> 473</div> 474 475 476<p class="wp-block-paragraph"><a href="https://www.pvfamilydentistry.com/dental-implants.html">Dental implants</a> are the best tooth replacement option out there. Since they replace the roots of the missing teeth, they allow for a wide range of benefits that you canât get with dentures or dental bridges. To achieve this, getting dental implants requires a multi-step process, including a surgical procedure. Here are the answers to some of the most common questions we receive about post-op care.</p> 477 478 479 480 <a href="https://www.pvfamilydentistry.com/blog/dental-implant-post-off-questions/#more-85" class="more-link">(more…)</a> </div> 481 </div> 482 483<div class="navigation"> 484 <a href="https://www.pvfamilydentistry.com/blog/page/2/" >Older Posts »</a> </div> 485 486</main> 487<!-- Inject Footer Content Start --> 488<footer> 489 490 <div id="fo-contents"> 491 <div class="fo-info"> 492 <a href="https://www.pvfamilydentistry.com/" class="logo"><img src="https://www.pvfamilydentistry.com/assets/images/logo-footer.svg" alt="Ponte Vedra Family Dentistry logo"></a> 493 <div class="social"> 494 <a href="https://www.facebook.com/people/Ponte-Vedra-Family-Dentistry/100049891553901/" class="fb" aria-label="facebook" target="_blank"><i class="icon-facebook"></i></a> 495 <a href="https://maps.app.goo.gl/CYLD9TQ5MVSXVnB36" class="gp" aria-label="google" target="_blank"><i class="icon-google"></i></a> 496 <!--<a href="" class="in" aria-label="instagram" target="_blank"><i class="icon-instagramm"></i></a>--> 497 </div> 498 <div class="flex gap-50"> 499 <div class="contact-info"> 500 <span class="fo-title">Contact Us</span> 501 <a href="tel:+19042801200" class="pho">(904) 280-1200</a> 502 <a href="https://maps.app.goo.gl/CYLD9TQ5MVSXVnB36" class="phy" target="_blank">7000 Sawgrass Village Cir,<br> Ponte Vedra Beach, FL 32082</a> 503 </div> 504 <div class="hours"> 505 <span class="fo-title">Office Hours</span> 506 <p> 507 <label>Monday</label>8:00 am - 5:00 pm 508 <br> 509 <label>Tuesday</label>8:00 am - 3:00 pm 510 <br> 511 <label>Wednesday</label>8:00 am - 5:00 pm 512 <br> 513 <label>Thursday</label>8:00 am - 5:00 pm 514 </p> 515 </div> 516 </div> 517 </div> 518 <div id="questions" class="simple">
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