Dr. Brittany Day, DDS

Dr. Brittany Day, DDS is a Preventive Dentistry practitioner dedicated to empowering patients with proactive, comprehensive preventative dental care. She practices at her clinic in Macclenny, FL, and is registered with The Florida Board of Medicine, practicing under the Florida Statutes, Title XXXII, Chapter 458 (Medical Practice). General Preventive Dentistry serves as your primary partner in lifelong oral health, creating personalized plans to prevent cavities and gum disease, coordinating necessary screenings, and managing your overall wellness to ensure optimal oral and systemic health. She is committed to collaborative, evidence-based medicine and creating a supportive environment where patients feel empowered to take an active role in their long-term health. She serves all ages and is currently welcoming new patients to begin their proactive health journey. Please call (904) 259-4649 to schedule.

Dr. Brittany Day, DDS is a dentistry practitioner in Macclenny, FL. She is accepting new patients. Her focus on prevention extends beyond the immediate concerns of a cavity or gum inflammation to encompass the broader scope of overall wellness. She understands that a healthy mouth contributes to a healthy body, and she will develop personalized plans to achieve optimal oral and systemic health. She is committed to providing a comprehensive approach, including preventative care, screenings, and the management of any existing conditions, to help patients achieve and maintain their best oral health. Dr. Brittany DDS provides consultations primarily in English.

A key part of the WePrevent mission is building your personalized prevention roadmap. Dr. Brittany DDS is a vital partner in this journey, focusing on proactive strategies to protect and enhance your long-term health.

By working together, you and Dr. Brittany DDS can create a clear, actionable plan to address your unique risk factors and health goals.

A proactive approach to health involves understanding and managing potential risks. Dr. Brittany DDS provides expert care for a range of conditions, focusing on early detection and effective management to support your long-term wellness. Common areas of focus include:

• Bad Taste in Mouth: Experiencing a bad taste? Addressing this early can prevent more extensive dental problems and protect your overall health, since oral health impacts your whole body.
• Behçet's Disease: Managing Behçet's Disease effectively, including regular dental visits, helps prevent painful mouth sores and other oral complications that can impact your overall health.
• Dentin Dysplasia, Coronal: Understanding your risk for coronal dentin dysplasia, a condition affecting tooth structure, is key; proactive dental care can help you mitigate potential problems and prevent future dental issues.
• Vincent's Disease: Vincent's disease, or acute necrotizing ulcerative gingivitis (ANUG), is a severe gum infection that can be prevented with diligent oral hygiene and regular dental checkups, allowing for early detection and treatment before it worsens.
• Edentulism: Don't let edentulism rob you of your quality of life! Regular dental visits, good oral hygiene, and addressing periodontal issues early can help you keep your natural teeth for life.
• Tooth Damage: Early detection of tooth damage through routine dental exams allows for less invasive treatment, preventing further decay and preserving your natural teeth.
• Crossbite: Preventing future dental issues starts with early detection of a crossbite; addressing this misalignment protects your teeth and jaw from long-term damage.

This list highlights some common health concerns and is for informational purposes only. The best way to understand your personal health and create a prevention plan is to schedule a consultation. Accurate diagnosis and personalized treatment plans are developed based on individual patient evaluations.

Taking proactive steps is central to long-term health. Dr. Brittany DDS offers a range of key preventive screenings and services designed to provide crucial insights into your health and support your well-being:

• Pre-Operative Examination for Dental Surgery: This checkup screens for potential oral health problems that could affect your planned dental surgery, leading to safer and more effective treatment.
• Replacing Several Teeth: Addressing multiple missing teeth through replacement improves your bite alignment, reducing strain on your jaw and preventing future dental problems.
• Orthognathic Surgery: Orthognathic surgery corrects jaw misalignment to improve chewing, speaking, and facial aesthetics, preventing long-term dental and joint problems.
• Sirona Galileos Cone Beam Computed Tomography (CBCT): Protect your smile's long-term health by undergoing a Galileos CBCT scan, a helpful tool for early detection of cavities, gum disease, and other dental issues requiring advanced treatment planning.
• Special Needs Patients-General Care: Ensure your oral health is optimally managed with our special needs dental care, focusing on early detection and prevention of cavities and gum disease.
• Orthodontic Aligners: Orthodontic aligners straighten your teeth to improve your bite, preventing future jaw problems and making brushing and flossing easier.
• Jaw Surgery: Jaw surgery can sometimes be necessary to correct underlying structural issues that might lead to future dental problems like TMJ disorders or impacted teeth.

Service availability can change, and not all services listed may be appropriate for every patient. For a comprehensive understanding of all available services and to create your personalized screening plan, please schedule a consultation.

All medical services are provided in accordance with the standard scope of practice for Preventive Dentistry Services in Florida.

Dr. Brittany DDS is dedicated to partnering with Dental Caregivers to achieve their unique health objectives. The following examples illustrate how a proactive approach can make a tangible difference in a Patient's life:

• By addressing a persistent bad taste early with regular checkups, a patient avoided more serious dental issues and maintained a healthy smile and overall well-being.
• By proactively managing their oral health through regular dental checkups, a patient minimized the risk of painful mouth sores and other oral complications associated with Behçet's Disease, thereby improving their overall well-being.
• By understanding their risk for coronal dentin dysplasia and proactively managing their oral health, a family felt empowered to address potential dental issues early, ensuring a healthier smile for years to come.

These scenarios are illustrative examples of positive health outcomes. Individual results may vary and depend on many factors specific to each patient. She will work with you to define and achieve your personal health goals.

Here are answers to some common questions about proactive Preventive Dental care with Dr. Brittany DDS:

How often should I visit the dentist for a check-up and cleaning?

For most people, a visit to Dr. Brittany DDS and our dental hygienists every six months is recommended. This helps remove tartar buildup that brushing alone can't, catch cavities early, and screen for gum disease and oral cancer.

Why are routine dental cleanings so important for prevention?

Even with excellent brushing and flossing, plaque hardens into tartar that only a professional cleaning can remove. This is crucial for preventing cavities and, more importantly, gum disease, which is linked to other health problems like heart disease.

How is oral health connected to my overall health?

Oral health is intrinsically linked to overall health. Chronic gum inflammation (periodontitis) has been associated with an increased risk of heart disease, stroke, and poorly controlled diabetes. Maintaining excellent oral health through preventive dental care is essential for optimal body health.

What are veneers and how are they different from crowns?

Veneers are thin porcelain shells bonded to the front of teeth to improve their appearance. Crowns, on the other hand, are caps that cover the entire tooth to restore its shape, size, and strength after significant damage or decay.

What are dental implants?

Dental implants are the modern gold standard for replacing missing teeth. They are titanium posts that act like artificial tooth roots, which are then topped with a natural-looking crown. This helps prevent bone loss and preserves the health of adjacent teeth.

What causes tooth sensitivity?

Tooth sensitivity can be caused by worn enamel, receding gums exposing tooth roots, or tiny cracks in the teeth. A proper diagnosis by Dr. Brittany DDS is needed to determine the specific cause and recommend effective treatments, such as desensitizing toothpaste or in-office procedures.

Can you help with snoring or sleep apnea?

Dr. Brittany DDS can help with sleep-disordered breathing. For some patients with mild to moderate obstructive sleep apnea, she can create a custom-fitted oral appliance to keep the airway open while you sleep. This is a comfortable and effective alternative to CPAP for eligible patients.

When should my child first see a dentist?

Dr. Brittany DDS recommends a child's first dental visit within six months of their first tooth erupting, or by their first birthday. This early visit is crucial for ensuring proper tooth development and establishing a positive dental home for future care.

60 West Blvd
Macclenny FL 32063
Phone: (904) 259-4649

Dr. Brittany Day, DDS is regulated by the Florida Statutes, Title XXXII, Chapter 458 (Medical Practice) in Florida and is licensed by The Florida Board of Medicine.

National Provider Identifier (NPI): 1831541572

Registration can typically be verified through The Florida Board of Medicine website or by direct inquiry.

The information on this profile, provided by weprevent.org, is for general informational purposes and to help you connect with preventive health partners. It does not constitute direct medical advice from the physician named. Preventive Dentistry Services like Dr. Brittany DDS are skilled in helping patients create proactive health plans. For urgent or life-threatening emergencies, please call 911 or visit the nearest emergency department. It is always recommended to maintain open communication with your preventive dentistry about all aspects of your health and your personalized prevention plan.