Every hour of every day, 365 days a year, someone dies in North America from oral cancer.  This cancer is so deadly because by the time it is visible to the eye, it is often too late for effective treatment.  The good news is that breakthrough technology allows dentist to quickly, accurately , and effectively detect cancer for early treatment.

Help us put the brakes on oral cancer, Simple come in for your regular cleaning and check up and Dr. Ajmo will be glad to do a free oral cancer screening for you!

A smile is a facial expression formed by flexing the muscles near both ends of the mouth. The smile can also be found around the eyes. Among humans, it is an expression denoting pleasure, joy, happiness, oramusement. Smiling is something that is understood by everyone despite culture, race, or religion; it is internationally known. Cross-cultural studies have shown that smiling is a means of communicating emotions throughout the world.

Smiling is a great way to make yourself stand out while helping your body to function better. Smile to improve your health, your stress level, and your attractiveness. If you are considering a Smile Make Over, contact PGA Center for Advanced Dentistry for a No Charge Consultation with Dr. Jay Ajmo. Call us at: (561) 627-8666

Here at, PGA Center for Advanced Dentistry know that you choose to place a high value on says quite a bit about you.  For example, if you treasure your health and well-being and that of your family, that tells the world that quality of life really matters to you.  An improved quality of life brings each of us a greater sense of self-confidence and mastery of our environment.  And nothing says self-confidence and mastery like a healthy and beautiful smile.

Here are some flaws we’re often asked about.   Many of the popular solutions we’ve suggested take only one or two visits without surgery

• Chipped or cracked teeth? Tooth-like materials can be bonded to your enamel so no one will ever notice.
• Discolored teeth? Supervised professional whitening can brighten your teeth.  Versatile bonding and veneers can camouflage and whiten.
• Gaps in your teeth? Bonding or porcelain veneers can reduce unwanted spaces without braces.
• Crooked, crowded, or protruding teeth? Teeth with very wide gaps? Orthodontics can bring them back in line – in no time.
• Worn-down teeth and ageing restorations? Beautiful natural-looking inlays and onlays, crowns, bonding, and veneers can whiten, re-contour, strengthen, and restore symmetry to your smiling face!

Some things are too precious not to value.  Your beautiful smile is proof that you have chosen to become the best that you can be!

One of North America’s largest health epidemics, prediabetes, is the gray area between higher than normal blood sugar and diabetic levels.  People in this range are at risk of not only developing type 2 diabetes, but heart disease, stroke and gum disease.

Gum disease is often called the sixth complication of diabetes. It may not cause diabetes, but gum disease can affect its severity.

Prevent gum disease by:

• Brushing after meals
• Flossing daily
• Visiting us for regular cleanings

Reduce your risk of prediabetes by:

• Controlling your weight
• Exercising regularly
• Getting at least 6 hours of sleep at night

The important thing to remember is that prediabetes may not have to lead to type 2 diabetes.  Making healthy changes to diet and lifestyle today can help you to alter your future for the better.

As many as 145 million North Americans avoid dental visits…but that’s changing.  According to the American Dental Association, there’s been a relative decline in people’s general anxiety levels.

Dr. Jay Ajmo and all of his staff at PGA Center for Advanced Dentistry are trained in IV & Oral sedation.  Also we put people at ease with a welcoming atmosphere, relaxed environment, and comfortable non-surgical procedures.  And it doesn’t matter what your age or how long it’s been since your last dental visit…you can still experience a white, attractive smile; non-surgical cosmetic and restorative treatments, healthy gums and fresh breath; and comfortable dental appliances.

We know we can make dentistry less anxious for you. Please call us today for a consultation with Dr. Jay Ajmo: (561) 627-8666

Once you and Dr. Ajmo have decided together that cosmetic veneers are the best option for you, the fun begins!  In addition to your great new look, Dr. Ajmo will take into consideration your face shape and the proportions and symmetry of your face and smile.

We’ll look at these elements…

• Overall dimensions of your face
• Midline position of your teeth relative to the midline of your lips and face
• Position and fullness of your lips
• Tilt, angle, and curves of your teeth
• Color of your teeth enamel
• Contours of your gumline

Based on these dimensions, your occlusion (bite), and your preferred smile color, contours, and proportions, we can move on to decide what size, shape, and type of veneers will best complement your smile.

Veneers can immediately provide you with whiter, even, straighter appearing teeth by…

Camouflaging

• Pitted, worn, and dingy or yellow teeth due to enamel erosion, foods, beverages, age, or medications
• Gaps that trap food and make your feel self-conscious about smiling
• Overlaps and crowding that create an accordion appearance, especially in profile
• Unsightly chips or cracks that catch on dental floss and attract stains like magnets.

Reproportioning

• An uneven or too gummy gumline
• Teeth that appear too long due to receding gums
• Poorly shaped or sized teeth that don’t suit the proportions of your smile
• Worn down teeth from clenching and grinding or enamel erosion.

Did you know that poor dental habits lead to poor oral health?

Cavities and gum disease effects not only your physical appearance and sense of well being but if left ignored can lead to problems such as poor sleep, proper digestion of food including other more serious problems such as heart disease and stroke. Other problems poor oral care can contribute to are clogging of arteries, heart valve damage, lung problems. Pregnant woman with gum disease can give birth to pre-term and light weight babies which then leads to other health risks in the child. Our staff at PGA Center for Advanced Dentistry would be glad to lead you in a better direction for overall health and optimal care. Call us for complimentary consultation with Dr. Jay Ajmo at: (561) 627-8666

You’ve probably been brushing your teeth for a very long time. That doesn’t necessarily mean that you’ve been doing the best job possible. Regular tooth brushing is the cornerstone of your oral hygiene routine, and using proper tooth brushing techniques can make all the difference on your next trip to see Palm Beach Dentist, Dr. Jay Ajmo. (more…)

Tooth-Colored Fillings from Dr. Ajmo

Despite containing trace amounts of mercury, amalgam fillings have long been considered safe for repairing smiles. But recently, the FDA announced that amalgams may pose a risk for children, pregnant women, and patients sensitive to mercury.

What’s more, their dark color can detract from the appearance of your smile. That’s why PGA Center for Advanced Dentistry only offers tooth-colored fillings. With tooth-colored fillings, you can look your best and improve your smile without putting your health in danger.

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You may have heard about some of the many recent advances in cosmetic dentistry and how new smiles can literally be created. What you might not be aware of is how simply and effectively Dr. Jay Ajmo at PGA Center for Advanced Dentistry can correct some problems.  Front teeth that are discolored, chipped or have gaps between them can look as good or better than new, using porcelain veneers.

These ultra thin shells of ceramic material are bonded firmly to the front of your teeth and can be used to imporve the color, shape and aligment.  they are natural looking and are highly resistant to permanent discoloration from drinking coffee or tea, red wine or from tobacco smoking.

The best part is that the entire veneering procedure usually takes just two appointments in our Palm Beach Gardens office.  In most cases, the procedure is virtually painless with no shots or removal of tooth structure.

Veneers can simply and effectively restore the health and beauty of your teeth and give you that self confident smile you’ve always wanted!