Sunset Dentistry

11/01/2023

What did the dentists say to the pirate? Open wide and say “ARRRRRRR!”

It was a pirates life for your favorite South Miami dental family. We hope ye brushin n’ flossin ye teeth after your Halloween candy! 🎃🏴‍☠️

12/21/2021

12/20/2021

Wishing all a Happy, Healthy and Bright Holiday Season from your dental family at Sunset Dentistry! 🎄🎁

10/08/2021

The dynamic duo supporting real men wear pink and more importantly, Breast Cancer Awareness Month!
October reminds us of how far we have yet to go in the fight against breast cancer. Other than skin cancer, it is the most common cancer among American women. The best way for early detection and intervention is via mammograms, which can detect before it is big enough to feel or cause symptoms.
We encourage our dental family and friends to raise awareness about the importance of yearly checkups!

The American Society of Breast Surgeons recommend a mammogram every year starting at age 40 for normal risk women, and at age 30 for high risk women. Consult with your doctor to see if you should be screened earlier. Happy Friday! 💝

09/24/2021

Another FAQ Friday! “Is charcoal toothpaste safe to use instead of regular toothpaste and does it whiten teeth?”

The main ingredient — activated charcoal — is made up of oxidized substances like wood, coconut shells and bamboo. It is very porous and works well to remove toxins BUT, for teeth:

- it is very abrasive and may actually do more harm than good in abrading the whiter, harder protective outer enamel layer of your teeth

- it may increase sensitivity as such

- most do not contain fluoride, a main ingredient that makes teeth more resistant against cavities

- can actually increase staining around existing fillings, crowns, veneers, and near the gum line

Mystery solved! Some trends are meant to be kept out of the mouth 🙂🪥

08/27/2021

Happy Friday! Closing out another great week with a FAQ - Frequently Asked Question.

How often should I be going to the dentist?

The answer is: it depends!
While twice a year is a good rule of thumb, it varies on your oral hygiene, habits and individual medical conditions. Who should be going to the dentist more often?
-Pregnant women
-Smokers
-DIABETICS
-People with gum disease
-People with a weak immune response
-People who are prone to cavities or plaque build-up
Even if you brush twice a day and floss daily, we are trained to check and catch problems that you might not see or feel on your own.
And what can you do to minimize your dental appointments? Good ORAL HYGIENE!

07/14/2021

Happiest Birthday to the woman who puts the JOY in JOYCE!
She has been an integral role (and has held many at that) in this practice for over 40 years, remembers generations of so many families, and is so thoughtful and caring. We love and celebrate you, Joyce! 🎈🥳

07/04/2021

Happy Fourth of July, everyone!
A great reminder as many of us hit the beaches this weekend to protect yourselves, your skin and your lips with SPF. The only thing that should be grilling is a BBQ! 😊 🇺🇸 💥

06/25/2021

It’s an type of day!

Summer is here and that means our mouthguard nights are back! We had such a wonderful time getting to conduct oral screenings and make impressions for mouthguards on our Panther football players! Getting them screened & ready to hit the ground running for the season! 🏈 🦷 🐆

06/10/2021

Let’s talk about X-rays!
Ever wondered why your draped in a lead apron and everyone in the room steps out like they’re fleeing the plague? It’s normal to have some concerns.

Your dental team steps away because of the risk of g r a d u a l exposure that accumulates DAILY throughout their career. Otherwise, dental x-rays today are extremely safe.

Today’s digital x-rays, like these “4 check-up bitewings and 2 anterior PAs” have less than the average daily dose of radiation in everyday life. These images are taken yearly to check for cavities hiding between teeth and any apical/root pathology (red circles⭕️).

❌A cross-country flight exposes each passenger to more radiation than a full mouth series of radiographs (20 dental x-rays).

❌A walk to your car in the sun has more radiation exposure than 1 small x-ray.

This trade off helps dentists to perform proper diagnoses, preventive care and avoid more aggressive therapies later down the road. ☠️

06/03/2021

Because no matter where our Sunset Dentistry team family goes in their professional and personal journeys, we love that they always take us with them 💚 former assistants and hygienist, forever family!

03/04/2021

Nobody knows how to “manage” a COVID birthday like our one & only office manager, Vero! Nothing can stop us from celebrating someone who brings so much youth, laughter, and energy to this group. Happy birthday, Vero! 🥳🎉

02/12/2021

When life gives you lemons, what do you do & how does this affect your oral health?
A different twist on the saying BUT, while lemon water has various benefits for our health, our teeth can take a hit. It’s called — EROSION.
Lemon is very acidic, which can wear away the outer, tougher-than-nails layer of our teeth called enamel. This can lead to:
- sensitivity
- increased susceptibility to cavities
- loss of healthy enamel tooth structure
While you might be tempted to brush right away, you need to give your mouth a chance to neutralize on its own. Several tips to help make lemon water better overall:
1. Limit the amount of lemon you drink or sub lemon oil
2. Use a straw
3. Rinse your mouth with water
4. Wait at least 30 min to brush (and floss 1x daily)

Now you can have your lemonade and drink it too! 🍋

02/12/2021

Happy International Dentists Day! 🌎
Drs. Robinson and Leyte both come from different backgrounds and we love the unique qualities, experiences and personalities they enrich our office with. Similarly, we celebrate all dentists worldwide who bring different perspectives for us to learn and improve from! 🦷

02/12/2021

How times change — yesterday we celebrated the birthday of our angel in heaven, Angie. And today we celebrate Debi’s birthday! Two very special women who we love and treasure so dearly. Angie — we celebrate and commemorate you daily. Debi — we wish you the sweetest birthday! 💕🎉

12/22/2020

A year ago today our dear assistant Angie went to Heaven.

What a year it’s been since her departure, but her spirit, memories of “only Angie” stories, and the impact she left on our family, our patients, and these hallways have gotten us through so much.

Today we lit up the sky a little extra for you, Ang 🤍

12/08/2020

HEALTHY TEETH TRIBE, HOLIDAY GIFT GUIDE! 🎁 🦷 We put together a short & simple gift guide of basic dental hygiene products we support and recommend for you or your loved ones this season. It’s been a year of complicated things; having a healthy mouth doesn’t have to be one of those things! ✨

11/04/2020

The best thing of Nov 3rd was celebrating a very special birthday! Another year wiser and many more best wishes, Dr. Leyte! 🎈🥳