Are You Brushing Effectively?

Here at Miami Dental, our staff understands that brushing your teeth becomes so second-nature that you may not realize how ineffective your oral hygiene routine may be. What you need to be aware of is that periodontal disease and decay are both caused by bacterial plaque, a colorless film which sticks to your teeth at the gum line. By thoroughly brushing and flossing daily, you can remove these germs and help preserve your smile for years to come. Therefore, the next time you step in front of the sink to clean those pearly whites you should utilize these brushing tips.

• Place your toothbrush at a 45-degree angle against the gums.


• Move the brush back and forth gently in short (tooth-wide) strokes.


• Brush the outer tooth surfaces, the inner tooth surfaces, and the chewing surfaces of the teeth.


• Use the tip of the brush to clean the inside surfaces of the front teeth, using a gentle up-and-down stroke.


• Brush your tongue to remove bacteria.

To learn more about dental health as well as the services we provide at the practice, visit www.miami-dental.com for more information. To schedule an appointment with one of our doctors, give us a call at our Miami Beach office: 305-532-1444 or North Miami Beach office: 305-949-2630. 

Dental Sealants

Nearly half of all children and adolescents in the United States have had cavities in their permanent teeth. To prevent these from forming, Drs. Ressler, Hirschl and Lelchuk offer dental sealants to eligible candidates. Dental sealants are thin plastic coatings that are applied to the chewing surfaces of the back teeth to prevent decay. Most tooth decay in children and teenagers occurs on the chewing surfaces where pits and groves tend to trap food and bacteria. Sealants fill in these pits and grooves so that bacteria cannot multiply and cause decay.

Sealants are easy for your dentist to apply. The sealant is painted onto the tooth enamel, where it bonds directly to the tooth and hardens. This plastic resin bonds into the depressions and grooves (pits and fissures) of the chewing surfaces of back teeth. The sealant acts as a barrier, protecting enamel from plaques and acids. As long as the sealant remains intact, the tooth surface will be protected from decay.

To schedule an appointment with one of our doctors give us a call at our Miami Beach Office: 305-532-1444 or our North Miami Beach office: 305-949-2630 or visit www.miami-dental.com for more information.

Pediatric Dentistry

Here at the offices of  Drs. Ressler, Hirschl and Lelchuk we have the experience and qualifications to care for a child’s teeth, gums, and mouth throughout various stages of childhood.

Children are not small adults. They are not always able to be patient and cooperative during a dental exam. Drs. Ressler, Hirschl and Lelchuk know how to examine and treat children in ways that make them comfortable. During your child’s first visit, we will examine their teeth and gums, do a professional cleaning, take any necessary x-rays, if age appropriate, and teach you how to remove plaque from your child’s teeth and gums. In addition, we will also take advantage of the opportunity to discuss the best ways to help your child develop good dental habits.

If you are searching for a dentist for your child in the Miami, FL area look no further. If you have any questions give us a call at our Miami Beach Office: 305-532-1444 or our North Miami Beach office: 305-949-2630 or visit www.miami-dental.com for more information.