6120 SAN JOSE BLVD. JACKSONVILLE FL 32217

First Visit to a Jacksonville Dentist Office

What to Expect at Your First Visit to a Jacksonville Dentist Office

Your first visit to a new dental office can feel overwhelming, especially if you’re unsure what to expect. At River Oaks Dental in Jacksonville, FL, we aim to make your first visit as comfortable and informative as possible. Dr. Rachel Monteiro and our friendly team take pride in providing a welcoming atmosphere, ensuring each patient…
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Benefits of Regular Dental Visits

The Benefits of Regular Dental Visits: Why Jacksonville Residents Shouldn’t Skip Their Check-Ups

When it comes to maintaining oral health, regular dental visits are essential for residents of Jacksonville. At River Oaks Dental, we emphasize the importance of routine check-ups to prevent minor issues from becoming major problems. Routine visits help in detecting cavities, gum disease, and other potential concerns early on, ensuring more effective and less invasive…
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Missing Teeth

Missing Teeth and the Problems They Cause Most people will have 32 teeth in their mouth once they’ve fully developed and have lost all their baby teeth. Sometimes the wisdom teeth (or 3rd molars) must be taken out, leaving an adult with 28 teeth. Besides the removal of these molars, people can experience tooth loss…
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Overcoming Hearing and Visual Limitations at Your Dental Appointment

Overcoming Hearing and Visual Limitations at Your Dental Appointment Around 13% of adults report severe visual difficulties, including blindness or complications seeing even with visual aids, and about 12 million people (ages 12+) suffer from hearing loss in both ears. Visual and hearing limitations should not prevent anyone from seeking dental treatment. Dr. Rachel Monteiro, and her staff at…
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Meet your dentist, Dr. Rachel Monteiro

Meet Your Jacksonville Dentist Dr. Rachel Monteiro What made you decide to become a dentist? Growing up I wanted to be an architect, but after my first semester of architecture school I quickly realized this was not my passion. I moved back to Florida to continue my education at University of North Florida, and around…
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