In my opinion, Dr.O'Neil's office of Gentle and Personalized dental care is one of the leading dental offices in Broward County. The state of the art equipment makes working there very pleasant. More over, the benefit package we receive at work aside from our bonus program makes it even more attractive. For the past three months we have attended two very educational seminars one of which was in Orlando where we stayed at the presidential suite in a very prestigious hotel. Lunch, dinner and drinks were provided by Dr. O’Neil for all eleven employees. We are flying to North Carolina in September for another seminar and we are all very excited about the trip. Dr. O Neil aside from caring for his patients demonstrates a genuine and honest concern about the well being of his staff. Please come visit us in our Tamarac office.
By Bernadette Charles, RDH

What pathogen kills nearly 1 million people every year? It might surprise you to learn that it is the bacteria that cause periodontal disease. Although cardiovascular disease has previously been linked with periodontal disease, Ann Progulske-Fox, PhD, professor of oral biology at the University Of Florida College Of Dentistry, conducted a study that showed the presence of live oral bacteria in blood vessel tissue. Her findings were published last year in the journal of Atherosclerosis, Thrombosis and Vascular Biology.
Studies have shown a direct correlation between the amount of periodontal bacteria present in the mouth and the formation of blockages in the carotid artery. These findings prove that periodontal disease has far more serious implications than the possibility of losing teeth. It can become a life threatening condition.

Progulske-Fox is now conducting additional research to determine whether periodontal infection can also contribute to a weakening in the blood vessels that leads to brain aneurysms. Her hope is to develop a vaccine that would prevent oral bacteria from becoming fully established in the oral cavity.

Thank you Dr Levine for sharing this information with our office.

Dr Tom O’Neil

There are many reasons why you should visit the dentist. You don’t have to like visiting the dentist but sometimes it is a must. At Dr. O’Neil’s practice not only will you be pleased but also you will look forward to coming back.

You might ask yourself “The Dentist”, why would I look forward to the injections, sounds and smells?

At our practice we have Dr. O’Neil & associates who are very gentle and understanding. Our staff is fun, caring and also very gentle. The atmosphere is very relaxing and we know how to cater to our patients. So come and see for yourself. You will look forward to the dentist.

By: Joclyn and Isabel

According to the American Dental Association, drinking alcohol and smoking causes an estimated 75% of oral cancer in the United States. The solution is not to use tobacco products and drink alcohol.
Tobacco causes decay, stain, and can possibly kill you.
The ADA says that most oral cancers are very aggressive and more than seven thousand Americans die every year from oral cancer. Early detection is the key to prevention.
At Dr. O’Neil’s office, located in tamarac, Florida, we check for oral cancer during your initial visit and routine check ups.
Keeping up with regular ckeck ups can save your life!!!!

Written by:
Tracie Mallory and Linette Wilson