Preventive, Restorative and Routine Dental Care
Dental problems do not always begin with obvious pain. Early decay, gum inflammation, worn fillings, and small cracks may develop quietly, which is why regular dental visits remain important even when your teeth feel fine.
Dental Arts of Florida provides exams, cleanings, fillings, crowns, gum care, root canals, emergency evaluations, and tooth-replacement options in one Jacksonville office.
Dental Arts of Florida accepts Cherry, CareCredit, most PPO plans, Medicare, FSA funds, debit and credit cards, cash, and checks.
Dr. Fred Tepedino brings advanced restorative and implant training, while Jacksonville native Dr. Patel combines general dentistry residency experience with implant education.
The team explains what needs immediate attention, what can be monitored, available treatment options, and estimated financial responsibility before non-urgent care begins.
Dr. Fred Tepedino and Dr. Patel offer exams, cleanings, digital X-rays, fillings, crowns, root canal treatment, gum disease care, emergency evaluations, and tooth-replacement options from one Gate Parkway office. Treatment plans are based on your oral health, symptoms, and priorities, with clear cost discussions before care begins. Cherry, CareCredit, most PPO plans, Medicare, FSA funds, cards, cash, and checks are available to help manage treatment costs.
Call (904) 822-9786 to schedule an appointment with a General Dentistry in Jacksonville, FL.
Treatment is based on your examination findings, dental history, symptoms, and priorities. Not every patient needs the same procedures or appointment schedule.
An examination checks your teeth, gums, bite, oral tissues, and existing restorations for decay, inflammation, wear, fractures, or infection. It also gives you time to discuss symptoms and changes in your health.
Professional cleanings remove plaque and hardened tartar from areas brushing and flossing may not fully reach. The team can also suggest practical improvements to your daily routine.
X-rays can reveal decay between teeth, bone changes, infection, and concerns below the gumline. The type and frequency depend on your age, symptoms, oral health history, and risk factors.
Composite fillings repair cavities and small areas of damage using material selected to blend with surrounding enamel. Treating decay early may preserve more natural tooth structure.
Root canal treatment may be recommended when tissue inside a tooth becomes inflamed or infected. The inner space is cleaned and sealed to help preserve the tooth, which may then be protected with a crown.
Bleeding, swelling, gum recession, tenderness, and persistent bad breath may indicate periodontal disease. Care may include a routine cleaning, deeper periodontal treatment, and a maintenance schedule based on the condition of your gums.
Contact the office for emergency dental care to treat severe tooth pain, swelling, trauma, a broken tooth, or a lost restoration. The dentist will assess the problem and explain whether the tooth can be repaired. Same-day availability depends on the schedule, so call early.
Missing teeth may be replaced with a dental implant, bridge, or denture, depending on your oral health, bone support, and preferences. Dental Arts of Florida also provides implant and selected surgical services for patients seeking coordinated care.
Share your medications, medical conditions, allergies, previous treatment, current symptoms, and any anxiety related to dental care.
Your dentist examines your teeth, gums, bite, and oral tissues. Digital X-rays may be recommended when needed to assess areas that cannot be seen directly.
The dentist explains what appears healthy, what needs attention, and what can be monitored. Urgent concerns are separated from preventive or optional treatment.
When treatment is recommended, the team reviews the procedures, likely sequence, and estimated financial responsibility before you decide how to proceed.
A routine cleaning may be completed when clinically appropriate and scheduling permits. Active gum disease or complex needs may require a separate appointment.
Dental Arts of Florida offers flexible dental financing options in Jacksonville, FL, to help patients manage treatment costs without delaying necessary care.
Our practice accepts Cherry and CareCredit for qualified patients, allowing dental expenses to be divided into more manageable payments. Most Medicare plans are also accepted, and the team helps patients prepare forms to maximize available benefits. Call to check if your insurance/payment method is supported.
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Dr. Fred Tepedino earned his bachelor’s degree in Molecular Biology and Microbiology from the University of Central Florida and his Doctorate in Dental Medicine from Nova Southeastern University. His background includes clinical dental education, cosmetic reconstruction, implant dentistry, and advanced alveolar reconstruction. He took over Dental Arts of Florida in 2011.
A Jacksonville native, Dr. Patel earned his dental degree from the University of Florida in 2009 and completed a General Dentistry residency at the V.A. Hospital in 2010. He later completed comprehensive implant training in Augusta, Georgia. His approach emphasizes clear explanations, individualized options, and respectful care.
Patients who seek services from a general dentist in Jacksonville often want one practice for both routine and more involved dental care. Dental Arts of Florida provides a broad range of services from one Jacksonville location.
Recommendations are based on your examination, symptoms, and goals. The team explains what needs attention and what may be monitored.
Examinations, cleanings, fillings, crowns, gum care, root canal treatment, emergency evaluations and tooth-replacement options are available through the same Jacksonville practice.
Your dentist reviews the findings, options, and expected costs before non-urgent treatment begins.
If you have not visited for several years, the team assesses your current needs without judgment. Treatment may be arranged in manageable stages.
The practice is open Monday through Friday, with Wednesdays by appointment and two Saturdays each month. Contact the office to confirm current availability.
Whether you need a routine examination, preventive care, or help with tooth pain, Dental Arts of Florida can evaluate your oral health and explain the recommended next steps.
Call (904) 822-9786 to schedule an appointment with a general dentist in Jacksonville, FL. Dental Arts of Florida is located at 7645 Gate Parkway, Suite 103, Jacksonville, FL 32256. You can also request an appointment online to check availability.
A general dentist provides preventive, diagnostic, and restorative care for a broad range of oral health needs. A specialist completes additional training in one field. Your dentist can manage many concerns directly and recommend specialist involvement when appropriate.
The right interval depends on your oral health and risk factors. Many patients attend about every six months, while those with active gum disease, frequent decay, or certain health concerns may need more frequent monitoring.
Not necessarily. X-rays are recommended according to your symptoms, age, history, cavity risk, and gum health. Your dentist should explain which images are needed and how they support diagnosis or treatment planning.
The practice evaluates tooth pain, swelling, trauma, broken teeth, and lost restorations. Same-day appointments may be available depending on the schedule and problem. Call (904) 822-9786 as early as possible.
Yes. Dental Arts of Florida welcomes patients from Jacksonville Beach and nearby communities at its Gate Parkway office. The practice provides preventive, restorative, cosmetic, implant, and selected surgical dental care in one location.
The practice accepts most PPO dental plans. Coverage and out-of-pocket costs vary, so provide your insurance details for verification. CareCredit and Cherry financing are also available for qualified applicants.
