My name is Michael and I’m in the medical device industry. I actually live in Lakeland, Florida. My travel has me doing about 250 nights a year around the world. I’ve been going to the Dentist Studio for almost 2 years now. Dr. Hodgins is a great guy. He’s a very personable. Every one of the office has been great every time I’ve been in there. I went originally for a consult for veneers. My teeth get noticed a lot and he did a great job with those. It was one of the best personal investments I’ve ever made in my life. My before-and-after, if you can see the before you would say, ‘boy it really did change your life’, because it’s just been fascinating, again that, in the combination with the sleep apnea device, now I’m just pretty perky all the time. I’ve gone to an air nose and throat doctor earlier and at that time it was determined that I had mild to moderate sleep apnea. I was offered the CPAP machine which did not fit my lifestyle based on the amount of travel that I do. Once Dr. Hodgins started off during the Somnodent for sleep apnea, I was right on top of it. It’s a mouthpiece. It was easy. They did a mold just like they would if you are having orthodontic work done or something like that. It goes in easily at night. It carries in a little small case. It fits perfectly my bag. Traveling like I do, naturally I am jetlagged and fatigued from that most of the time so any good rest that I can get, I have to grab it whenever I can. So even if I sleep on the plane, I’ll actually put my Somnodent in to get me better sleep. It helps with my breathing. The numbers that were shown pre and post sleep apnea test were through the roof. My oxygen levels were greatly increased. He was very impressed when he read the numbers off of it and so was I. I didn’t have to see the numbers, I could feel it. It’s done an excellent job. When I wake up now, I’m rested. I feel invigorated. I sleep better at night and my wife says I don’t snore anywhere near the level that I used to.

Calming your fears of the dentist: MyFoxORLANDO.com

Bob Frier: Imagine it. Here we go. All your dentistry fears—
Sonni Abatta: I’m waiting”
Bob Frier: You’re waiting. All the pain, all of it zapped away.
Sonni Abatta: Yes. A lot of people get stressed–
Bob Frier: They do.
Sonni Abatta: When the visit the dentist. This is an option, though, is called sedation dentistry and it could be for you, just what the doctor ordered. Talitha Vickers reports only on FOX.
Dr. Zach Hodgins: The beauty of it is they’re totally comfortable. They usually have their eyes closed, completely relaxed.
Talitha Vickers: Relaxed and comfortable at the dentist office is typically not the way most patients feel when sitting in the chair, but Dr. Zach Hodgins of the Dentist Studio in Winter Park says, conscious sedation can get to the root of your fears.
Dr. Zach Hodgins: I’m able to help people that, who otherwise would have not come in that office, have the procedures done.”
Talitha Vickers: Although there are different levels of sedation, Dr. Hodgins commonly uses conscious sedation through an IV.
Dr. Zach Hodgins: The medication is delivered and the patient is in a very relaxed state. They can still respond to commands, for instance, if we wanted them to open up their mouth wider, they can still do that. But they’re still extremely relaxed.
Talitha Vickers: Patients are also able to breathe on their own and doctors say they can accomplish more.
Dr. Zach Hodgins: We can do multiple procedures at the same time, basically combining multiple appointments into one appointment. It can be used from the simple cleaning to crowns and implant surgery. Really, it can run the whole, full gamut.
Talitha Vickers: Do you see any cons to it at all because some people might say, “Oh, my goodness! I’m going under just to get a cleaning!”
Dr. Zach Hodgins: I think, I really don’t. I think that once you get over that initial fear of being under anesthesia, there’s really nothing I can say that would really be a con for the procedure.
Talitha Vickers: So, you may want to think twice before putting off your next visit because some doctors say it could be pain free with sedation dentistry.
Dr. Zach Hodgins: It’s very rewarding for me and it’s the type of patient that I enjoy working on the best because they’re so thankful. You’re able to restore confidence in the dental procedure, the dental profession, basically, that they were so fearful of before.
Talitha Vickers: Talitha Vickers. FOX 35 News.
Sonni Abatta: All right. One final note here, your dentist has to certified to perform sedation dentistry and most insurance companies will likely cover the cost.

Like it or not, we are constantly judged on our appearance. And not surprisingly, many people say that it is a person’s smile that reveals much about their personality. So, what is your smile telling those around you?

If you have a tendency to hide your mouth when you laugh or smile, it may be time to consider consulting your trusted Cosmetic Dentist to Casselberry and Winter Park patients, Dr. Zachary Hodgins. At our office, we strive to ensure that all of our patients smile with complete confidence! With his emphasis on expert cosmetic dentistry, it’s no surprise to us that Dr. Hodgins has served as Official Dentist at Mrs. Globe contests. Some of the aesthetic dentistry options you can receive from your friendly Winter Park, Orlando and Casselberry dentist, Dr. Hodgins include:

* Porcelain Veneers
* Customized Teeth Whitening
* Healthier Mercury-Free Fillings
* Dental Implants
* Dentures
* And much more!

Don’t let anything hold you back from having a confident, vibrant smile. Contact the office of Winter Park and Casselberry dentist Dr. Zach Hodgins today. We look forward to helping you achieve your most beautiful smile.

A reminder for all the valuable patients of Dr. Zachary Hodgins of the Dentist’s Studio: The end of 2010 is just around the corner! With only a few weeks left before January 1st is upon us, and a datebook that is likely filling up quickly, it’s easy to forget to schedule your dental appointment with cosmetic, sedation and toothache dentist in Winter Park, Dr. Hodgins.

For many of our valued patients, December 31st marks the close of another insurance benefit period. This means that any of your unused insurance maximum dollars are history. So don’t wait another minute! Contact the team at the Dentist’s Studio right away to learn how to make the most of your insurance benefits and to reserve your appointment.

At the office of Dr. Zachary Hodgins, our team of experts has made it a priority to provide complete dental care. To us, this means more than excellent family, restorative and cosmetic dentistry. Part of our commitment to complete care includes being the toothache dentist you can trust in Winter Park and the Orlando area. So we have implemented systems to ensure that patients of the Dentist’s Studio who experience toothache pain due to an accident or other reason can get relief from their pain in a comfortable atmosphere and without unnecessary wait.

Often the cause of a toothache is an injury such as a blow to the face. If this happens, call us right away, even on the weekend! Take these steps until you can be seen by toothache dentist, Dr. Hodgins: Rinse your mouth with warm salt water. If it is necessary to take an over-the-counter pain reliever, opt for ibuprofen. If you are experiencing swelling, hold an ice pack to the swollen area until you can see the dentist.

Another common cause of toothache pain is neglect of dental care due to a high level of anxiety. At the Dentist’s Studio, we understand what a distressing situation this presents. If you’ve been putting off necessary dental care due to fear and are now experiencing a worsening toothache, we offer IV sedation dentistry so fearful patients can have their root canal treatments, tooth extractions, and other treatments performed comfortably, often with no memory of the procedure!

Choose a dental team who can offer you speedy, caring dentistry in an emergency situation. Contact toothache dentist in Winter Park, Dr. Zachary Hodgins today to schedule an appointment!

Trepidation and anxiety can seem like insurmountable obstacles for many when preparing for a visit to the dentist. Orlando, Cassleberry, and Winter Park dental provider, Dr. Zachary Hodgins and his caring team help patients manage their dental anxiety every day. In today’s blog post, we want to discuss the importance of overcoming your dental fears, which in turn can make optimum dental health and a beautiful smile a reality for even the most tentative of patients.

One of the first steps towards worry-free dental visits is simple: Tell us! If you are tense or anxious at the prospect of a dental appointment, please inform your kind dentist. Winter Park and Orlando dentist Zach Hodgins specializes in patient comforts such as Sedation Dentistry, which make having dental procedures performed simple and easy. Advances in technology have given fine dentists like Dr. Hodgins the ability to perform dentistry with speed and skill to avoid unnecessary discomfort.

If dental anxiety has kept you from receiving needed dental treatment, we encourage you to contact the office of Zachary Hodgins without delay! We look forward to hearing from you.

When the inner layer of the tooth, also known as the pulp, becomes infected, your treatment choices are limited. Options include the following: tooth extraction, delaying treatment, or root canal treatment. I will outline these choices below.

Tooth extraction is by far the least expensive and fastest way to treat an infected tooth. It is less expensive in the short term, because if you want to replace the missing tooth with an implant and crown or a bridge, you will most likely pay far more than it would cost to treat the tooth with a root canal and a crown. Also, if that space where the tooth once stood is left unrestored, the teeth adjacent to the space can shift, causing tooth wear, periodontal disease, loss of the tooth, and even loss of the opposing tooth.

Delaying treatment is another option, however, not the best option by any means. If you choose to delay treatment The infection could spread through the tooth into the surrounding bone and soft tissue, and the pain can become unbearable. Also the infection could spread throughout the body and could become life threatening.

Root canal treatment is an excellent treatment option for the treatment of an infected tooth. With today’s no techniques and anesthesia, root canal therapy can be a quick and painless way to take care of a toothache and relieve an infected tooth.

Dr. Zach Hodgins has helped thousands of patients seeking relief from their tooth pain. Dr. Hodgins offers root canal therapy, as well as tooth extraction to help those that have tooth pain and infection. Dr. Hodgins is one of a very small group of dentists nationwide that offers IV sedation to those that are nervous about their dental treatment. With sedation dentistry many procedures can be completed in one visit while the patient is extremely relaxed and comfortable. Afterward there is little to no memory of the visit.

Dr. Zach Hodgins is the owner/dentist of the Dentist’s Studio, located in Winter Park, FL, a suburb of Orlando, FL. Call Dr. Hodgins today if you have a toothache or an infection that needs attention. Dr. Hodgins offers same day emergency dental care. He can be reached for an appointment at 407.647.1744 or visit his website at www.DentistStudio.com.

Congratulations to our patient Kelly Pittman for winning the 2010 Ms. US Globe Pageant! Dr. Hodgins worked with Kelly to develop her award winning smile, and i’m sure that you would agree from the photos, that she looks absolutely beautiful. Kelly had a smile makeover, utilizing porcelain veneers to achieve a gorgeous result. We are all so proud of her, and we know that she will be a fantastic representative for the Ms. Globe organization.

Kelly Pittman Ms. US Globe 2010 - Dental Patient of Dr. Zach Hodgins

Dr. Hodgins completed the 70.3 mile triathlon in Augusta, Georgia last weekend. The race consisted of a 1.2 mile point to point swim in the Savannah River, a 56 mile bike ride through South Carolina and Georgia, and a 13.1 mile run through beautiful Augusta. It was a rainy day which helped to cool the air quite a bit. Overall it was a huge success for Dr. Hodgins. Next year Dr Hodgins will compete in Ironman Wisconsin, which is a 2.4 mile swim, 112 mile bike, and 26.2 mile run. We’ll keep you posted on his training and other races along the way!

October 1, 2010

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CASH FOR CANDY
Local Dentist Takes a Stand Against Sweets this Halloween

Winter Park,FL – What’s a ghost’s favorite candy? BOO-ble gum!
One area dentist is redefining the phrase “put your money where your mouth is.” This Halloween, trick-or-treaters can bring their excess candy to The Dentist’s Studio in Winter Park,FL and receive $1 per pound. Dr. Zach Hodgins is leading this anti-decay movement by giving away dollars and electric glowing toothbrushes in exchange for cavity-provoking candy.
“Ditch the candy, that’s what we’re saying. Visiting your dentist twice a year and brushing daily are great preventative measures, but doing away with excess sweets altogether would really give your teeth a healthy boost,” says Dr. Zach Hodgins from The Dentist’s Studio. “Kids can still have all of the fun of trick-or-treating, and now their piggy banks will benefit as well. Plus, these glowing brushes we’re giving out are really cool—they’re like light sabers for your mouth.”
Global sugar consumption by children increases by about 2% annually and currently sits at 50 million tons per year, which means parents need to be sure their kids teeth are being cared for more than ever. Candy, as well as hurting children’s teeth, can lead to hyperactivity and weight gain. In some cases, the wrong types of candy can also lead to broken teeth and damaged braces.
Candy will be collected at The Dentist’s Studio the day after Halloween, Monday November 1, 2010, only from 3 – 6 p.m. The candy must be unopened. Please no bites. It will then be shipped to troops overseas.
Dr Zach Hodgins is the owner and dentist at the Dentist’s Studio in Winter Park, FL. They emphasize family dentistry, as well as sedation and cosmetic dentistry. Dr Hodgins is available to provide more information at 407-647-1744, or visit The Dentist’s Studio on-line at www.Dentiststudio.com