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Comprehensive Family Dental Care: Your Trusted Partner for Lifelong Oral Health
Family members of all ages and needs should have a dentist’s office to call their “home” for all services related to their oral health. The health of your mouth has a significant impact on your body’s overall health and well-being. So, it is essential to have an office that you can trust in the Belleair Beach, Florida area. Located in the heart of Belleair, our state-of-the-art practice is easily accessible on Ponce de Leon Boulevard. Dr. Chris Wujick has cared for families like yours for more than 20 years, and is surrounded by a team of dedicated, kind, and honest professionals who can’t wait to make your family smile!
Does everyone have to visit the dentist twice a year?Â
The American Dental Association recommends that patients visit their dentist every six months for a cleaning and an examination. However, this recommendation applies to healthy people who are not at increased risk of conditions like gum disease or oral cancer. Dr. Wujick carefully considers your needs and determines whether any risks make more frequent “checkups” more appropriate for you and your situation.Â
Are these checkups all I need to keep my mouth healthy?Â
Professional cleanings and comprehensive exams are often the only services our patients need to keep their mouths healthy and their smiles looking great. However, routine dental visits must go hand in hand with consistent home oral hygiene. Our team can help you improve your brushing and flossing techniques and offer various products to support oral care. In general, many oral problems can be prevented by getting any risks that you have under control and by:Â
- Brushing well at least two times a dayÂ
- Flossing every single day
- Eating a nutritious dietÂ
- Not smoking, vaping, or using other tobacco products
- Managing conditions that can have a detrimental effect on your oral health (like diabetes)
- Wearing a nightguard if you grind your teeth
- Wearing a sports mouthguard if you engage in contact sports where there is a risk of injuries to the teeth, mouth, and jaw
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New Patients:Â (727) 349-3913 | Â Existing Patients:Â (727) 315-1515
How do other medical conditions affect my mouth?
You’ll notice that every time you visit our office, we ask about any changes in your health – such as new diagnoses or medications you may be taking to manage a chronic condition. Many systemic illnesses are considered risk factors for serious oral health conditions, such as advanced gum disease. Diseases like diabetes fuel harmful bacteria, accelerate plaque formation, impair healing, and inhibit saliva production, which can leave you vulnerable to tooth decay, gum disease, and oral infections.
It’s a two-way street; oral conditions like gum disease can also worsen existing health problems by triggering inflammation that makes it harder to keep blood sugar levels in check. As you or a family member ages, we stay on top of any changes in your health, and our care recommendations evolve with you.
What if you find something wrong with my mouth?
We’ll treat that problem promptly, so it doesn’t get worse. Oral issues do not just go away on their own. They require treatment. For early enamel erosion or gum inflammation, we may recommend fluoride therapy, special antimicrobial rinses, and changes in your brushing or flossing technique. For cavities and more moderate gum disease, tooth-colored dental fillings and a deep cleaning (Scaling and root planing) may be in your future to restore teeth and heal gums. For more advanced problems, treatments such as root canal therapy and porcelain crowns can preserve teeth. And when teeth can’t be saved due to severe fractures, infections, and advanced gum disease, we can rebuild the function and appearance of your smile with dental bridges and implants.Â
For more than 20 years, Boulevard Dental Belleair has cared for the wide-ranging health needs of families in Belleair Beach, Florida, and the surrounding area. We look forward to doing the same for your family! Call (727) 349-3913 to schedule a visit for yourself, your child, or your parent today.
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Chris Wujick, DMD
Dr. Wujick is a dentist in Tampa Bay. A graduate of the University of Florida and its College of Dentistry (from where he obtained his Bachelor of Science and doctorate, respectively), he emphasizes patient education and personalized care to achieve optimal dental health and aesthetics. As a past President of the Tampa Bay and Florida Academies of General Dentistry, Dr. Wujick demonstrates leadership and a commitment to ongoing education. He is also a member of the Academy of General Dentistry, American Dental Association, Florida Dental Association, and the Pinellas County Dental Association. He believes in giving back to his community and has participated in many community development projects.