Dr. Christel Torres Quiroga, DDS is a Preventive Dentistry specialist practicing at Sage Dental of East Fort Lauderdale in Fort Lauderdale, FL. She is registered with The Florida Board of Medicine and practices under the Florida Statutes, Title XXXII, Chapter 458 (Medical Practice), and is dedicated to empowering patients with proactive, comprehensive Preventive Dental care. 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. Please call (954) 641-5610 to confirm if she is currently accepting new patients.
Dr. Christel DDS, a dedicated dental professional, brings a wealth of experience and passion to her practice. Her journey in dentistry began with a commitment to serving others, evident in her humanitarian mission in Venezuela. This dedication, coupled with her advanced education from NYU Langone Health, has shaped her approach to patient care. As a proud member of the American Dental Association, she remains committed to the latest advancements in dental technology and techniques. Dr. Christel Torres, fluent in both English and Spanish, ensures effective communication and a comfortable environment for all patients. Her commitment to comprehensive care extends beyond the immediate needs of her patients. She is deeply committed to creating beautiful smiles and improving the lives of her patients, one smile at a time. Dr. Christel DDS provides consultations primarily in English.
A key part of the WePrevent mission is building your personalized prevention roadmap. Dr. Christel DDS is a vital partner in this journey, focusing on proactive strategies to protect and enhance your long-term health.
Dr. Christel DDS partners with you in proactive oral health, providing comprehensive preventive care tailored to your individual needs. She meticulously crafts personalized plans to prevent cavities and gum disease through regular screenings and meticulous maintenance, ultimately ensuring optimal oral and systemic health for a lifetime of well-being.
By working together, you and Dr. Christel DDS can create a clear, actionable plan to address your unique risk factors and health goals.
Specific Plans Accepted
Dental
DenteMax
Sun Life Financial
Also Accepts These Carriers
- Advantage Plus 20 DHMO
- Advantage Plus PPO
- Aetna
- Alliance EPO
- Ameritas
- Ameritas PPO
- Anthem
- BlueDental Choice & Choice Plus DPPO
- Cigna
- Connection Dental
- Connection Dental PPO
- Coventry Health Care
- Delta Dental
- Delta Dental PPO
- Delta Dental Premier
- Dental Advantage DPPO
- Dental Choice DPPO
- Dental Complete DPPO
- Dental DPPO
- Dental Maintenance Organization DMO
- Dental PPO
- Dental Prime DPPO
- DentalConnect PPO
- DentalGuard Preferred
- Dominion National
- Elite Plus DPPO
- Florida Blue
- Guardian
- Humana
- Humana PPO
- Lincoln Financial Group
- Managed DentaGuard
- MetLife
- MetLife PDP
- PDP Plus (Preferred Dentist Program) DPPO
- Principal Financial Group
- SimplyBlue
- Total Dental DPPO
- United Concordia
- United Concordia Dental
- UnitedHealthCare
- Wellpath Preferred PPO
A proactive approach to health involves understanding and managing potential risks. Dr. Christel 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:
- Ectopic Eruption: To maintain optimal oral health, it's important to address ectopic eruptions promptly, as they can lead to misaligned teeth, impacting chewing and increasing the risk of cavities and gum disease.
- Lip Cancer: Addressing risk factors like excessive sun exposure and tobacco use lowers the likelihood of developing lip cancer, preserving your oral and overall health.
- Anodontia: Preventing complications associated with anodontia, the absence of teeth, starts with early detection. Addressing missing teeth helps maintain proper jaw alignment, prevents surrounding teeth from shifting, and supports a healthy bite.
- Example Condition One for dentistry_us: Protecting your teeth from decay starts with proactive prevention: good oral hygiene and routine dental visits help avoid painful cavities.
- Palate Cancer: Protecting your oral health through healthy habits and regular dental visits is key to preventing palate cancer and maintaining optimal overall health.
- Oral Lichenoid Lesions: Oral lichenoid lesions, though often painless, warrant attention because consistent monitoring and prompt treatment by your dentist can help minimize discomfort and potential long-term effects.
- Dislocated Jaw: Preventing jaw dislocation involves understanding its risk factors, such as excessive yawning or mouth opening, and taking preventative steps like maintaining good posture and avoiding activities that strain the jaw.
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. Christel DDS offers a range of key preventive screenings and services designed to provide crucial insights into your health and support your well-being:
- Damon® System: The Damon® System is a type of self-ligating braces that can help straighten your teeth more comfortably and efficiently, preventing future dental problems.
- Dental Procedure: Dental procedures are essential for maintaining good oral hygiene and preventing infections that can affect your overall health.
- Partial Dentures: Addressing missing teeth with partial dentures helps maintain your overall oral health and prevents jawbone deterioration.
- Perio Protect Method: Enhance your oral hygiene routine and reduce your risk of gum disease with the Perio Protect Method; it's a convenient way to improve your gum health.
- Trudenta® Treatments: Take a proactive step towards better oral health with Trudenta® Treatments, helping detect potential problems like cavities and gum disease early on.
- Endodontic Surgery: Early detection of internal tooth damage is vital! Endodontic surgery targets problems within the tooth's root, enabling timely intervention and avoiding more complex or painful dental procedures later.
- Laser Root Planing: Take a proactive step towards better gum health with laser root planing, a treatment that removes bacteria and tartar buildup below the gum line, reducing the risk of periodontal disease.
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. Christel 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 scheduling regular checkups and following a personalized prevention plan, a family proactively addressed potential ectopic eruption issues, ensuring their child's smile remained healthy and their teeth developed properly. This proactive approach gave the family peace of mind about their child's oral health.
- By understanding and addressing risk factors like sun exposure and tobacco use, a patient proactively reduced their likelihood of lip cancer, maintaining a healthy smile and overall well-being.
- By proactively addressing potential anodontia concerns, a family gained peace of mind, knowing they were taking steps to maintain healthy smiles and jaw alignment 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.
- Primary Location:
Sage Dental of East Fort Lauderdale
6171 N Federal Hwy, Fort Lauderdale, FL, 33308
Phone: (954) 641-5610
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Here are answers to some common questions about proactive Preventive Dental care with Dr. Christel DDS:
- How often should I visit the dentist for a check-up and cleaning?
- For most people, a visit to Dr. Christel DDS and our dental hygienists every six months is recommended. This schedule helps remove tartar buildup that brushing 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 has been linked to other health problems like heart disease.
- How is oral health connected to my overall health?
- Oral health is intimately connected to overall health. Chronic gum inflammation, or periodontitis, is linked to an increased risk of heart disease, stroke, and poorly controlled diabetes. Preventive dental care is therefore essential for maintaining optimal body health.
- What is a root canal and why is it needed?
- A root canal is a procedure to save a badly infected or damaged tooth. It involves removing the inflamed pulp, cleaning the inside of the tooth, and sealing it. This treatment relieves pain and prevents the need for tooth extraction. Dr. Christel DDS is dedicated to providing comfortable and effective root canal therapy.
- When should my child first see a dentist?
- Dr. Christel 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.
- Do you perform oral cancer screenings?
- Yes, oral cancer screenings are a routine and important part of every dental check-up at Dr. Christel DDS. We will visually inspect your lips, tongue, gums, and entire mouth for any abnormalities; early detection is key to successful treatment.
- How can I whiten my teeth safely?
- The safest and most effective way to whiten your teeth is under professional supervision. Dr. Christel DDS can assess your oral health to ensure you're a good candidate and offer professional-grade treatments, like custom trays or in-office procedures, for better and safer results than over-the-counter products.
- Are dental X-rays safe, and why do I need them?
- Yes, modern digital dental X-rays are very safe, using extremely low levels of radiation. They allow Dr. Christel DDS to see issues like cavities, bone loss, and impacted teeth that aren't visible otherwise, enabling early intervention and better oral health.
Sage Dental of East Fort Lauderdale
6171 N Federal Hwy
Fort Lauderdale FL 33308
Phone: (954) 641-5610
Dr. Christel Torres Quiroga, 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): 1154990299
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. Christel 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.