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Are you thinking about upgrading your smile with veneers? You’re not the only one! Veneers are one of the most popular cosmetic dental treatments for people looking to transform chipped, stained, or uneven teeth into a flawless grin. At Sarasota Center for General Dentistry, Dr. Francisco Marcano offers custom veneers that are as natural-looking as […]

Living with persistent jawline pain can make everyday activities—like chewing, speaking, or even yawning—uncomfortable or exhausting. For many in Sarasota, Florida, temporomandibular joint (TMJ) disorder is the hidden culprit behind chronic facial pain, tension headaches, and jaw stiffness. At Sarasota Center for General Dentistry, Dr. Francisco Marcano offers non-invasive solutions to help patients manage TMJ […]

Are you struggling to get a good night’s sleep even after eight hours? You’re not alone—and if you find yourself waking up tired, gasping for air, or feeling foggy during the day, it could be a sign of disrupted breathing during sleep. At Sarasota Center for General Dentistry, Dr. Francisco Marcano and his team are […]

Some folks don’t just want their teeth fixed. They want their smile back. And in many cases, their life back. If that’s where your head’s at, a smile makeover could be the thing that changes everything. At Sarasota Center for General Dentistry, Dr. Francisco Marcano can help you rebuild your confidence by focusing on both […]

One of the easiest ways to transform your smile’s appearance is with cosmetic dentistry. Veneers are ultra-thin porcelain shells used to conceal imperfections in your teeth to improve your smile’s overall appearance. Porcelain veneers mimic the appearance of natural teeth to blend in seamlessly with your smile. They’re bonded to existing teeth to make them […]

Bruxism is a common problem shared by thousands of people to some degree. What is bruxism? It’s a habit people have of clenching or grinding their teeth, often at night while sleeping. Many are unaware they have this issue until it’s pointed out by their significant other. As bruxism can, over time, weaken or damage […]

Pain and tension in your jaw could be signs of temporomandibular joint disorder, sometimes referred to as TMJ or TMD. TMJ can make it difficult to open and close your mouth, talk, chew, or perform normal jaw activities without experiencing tension and pain. After evaluating your condition, Dr. Francisco Marcano from Sarasota Center for General […]

Does this sound familiar? From the time you open your eyes to when your feet hit the floor, you feel a throbbing pain in your head. While this is normal for anyone who indulged one too many spirits the night before, it’s not something you should feel almost every day. The good news is, if […]

When life gets busy, dental visits are often neglected. Over time, this can lead to many problems with your teeth and gums. A full mouth makeover, aka full mouth reconstruction, offers an opportunity to collectively correct these problems to restore your smile’s health and beauty. You can learn more about complete makeovers at Sarasota Center […]

Everyone knows how wonderful a beautiful smile looks, but what about how it makes you feel? When you have a smile you love, it’s life-changing. You will find yourself more confident in social situations and even branching out in your career. If you have smile imperfections you’ve been wanting to fix, it’s time to get […]

TMJ can completely take over your life, causing not just discomfort but also impacting sleep and how you eat your meals. It’s not easy to constantly deal with headaches or soreness, but some good news will help. Dr. Francisco Marcano at Sarasota Center for General Dentistry offers tips for managing the pain/discomfort of your TMJ.  […]

If you have a tooth which is damaged or unsightly, it can affect how you feel about your smile. You may find yourself withdrawing away from social activities or even covering your mouth when you laugh. But also, there are situations when a damaged tooth can impact how well you can eat your meals or […]