About Our St. Petersburg Dental Practice
Ours is a modern facility with the most technologically advanced techniques and equipment available. We trust you will find the atmosphere calming, the staff friendly, and our dental services exceptional.
Our dentists, Drs. Bloom and Wygodski, have extensive training and experience in both restorative and preventive dental services.
Dr. Steven Bloom has advanced training in Laser and Cosmetic Dentistry, while Dr. Charlene Wygodski limits her practice to children's dental care. Dr. Bloom is an LVI (Las Vegas Institute) trained dentist, and devotes a considerable amount of time to each patient, listens to concerns and desires, and tries to customize the optimum dental treatment for each individual.
Our office considers it an honor and privilege to have you as a patient, and we do our best to treat you as a guest...offering a comfortable, professional and relaxing visit.
Our extensive training allows us to treat patients who come to us because they know we explain all options prior to treatment, we offer special financing plans when needed, and we take as much time as needed to make sure patients are completely numb (when necessary) and comfortable during treatment. We're sorry if you've had a bad experience in the past, but modern dentistry can offer great options such as oral sedation and laser treatment to make apprehensive patients more comfortable.
We may mention it a lot because we really do want you to be very comfortable during your treatment. We have massage controls on our treatment chairs, cable and patient education tvs in every room, and preloaded mp3 players or radio headsets for your use during your treatment. We also offer oral sedation - take a tiny pill before your dental care for those who want to really relax.
But most of all, we have caring doctors and team members whose top goal is to make your visits exceptional.
We believe that making your smile the best it can be will go a long way in improving your quality of life. A beautiful smile builds confidence; healthy teeth and gums improve your overall health. It is our goal to help you achieve both!
Need a 2nd opinion? We can help you make a decision regarding your dental care choices. In fact, we offer a special consult on Wednesdays for just $10 (if you bring your own x-rays) or we'll include 1 digital x-ray for just $10 more (you can even get a copy). Call us at (727) 384-4151 and ask for the "Internet Consult Special."
Good dentistry is more than excellent clinical skills and state-of-the-art equipment. We invite your questions and value any suggestions you may have. Working together, you can have the smile you've always wanted.
Dr. Steven Bloom has been practicing dentistry in St. Petersburg since 1986. Dr. Bloom attended the State University of N.Y. at Binghamton, receiving his Bachelor in Psychology in 1980. In 1984, Dr. Bloom was awarded his DDS degree from Emory University School of Dentistry. He then received one year additional advanced training in a General Practice Residency at the University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey.
Dr. Bloom continues to improve his skills by regularly attending yearly over 100 hours of continuing education conferences. He also has received advanced training in aesthetic and reconstructive dentistry at the prestigious Las Vegas Institute (LVI) for Advanced Dental Studies. Dr. Bloom is also a member of the Florida Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry.
He and Dr. Wygodski also perfect their laser skills at the World Laser Clinical Institute and Dr. Bloom has completed advanced laser training to achieve WCLI Associate Fellowship Certification . He presently uses 3 different lasers in his office to optimize patient treatment and comfort.
Dr. Bloom is a member of several study clubs, including the Bay Center Study Group, a Periodontal - Prosthetic Study Group, and the International Dental Forum. Dr. Bloom stays current on all the latest dental materials and techniques and is a dental materials Evaluator for an internationally known dental research group. He also has received additional training in Sedation Dentistry, to help those patients who have neglected dental care due to fear or anxiety.
Dr. Bloom is a past President of the Pinellas County Dental Association, creator and Web-Editor of their website, www.smilepinellas.com, and an active member of the West Coast District Dental, Florida Dental and American Dental Associations. He is also on the Board of St. Petersburg College's Dental Hygiene Advisory Committee and has staff privileges at Menorah Manor Nursing Home, where he can attend to the residents' dental needs.
In 2008, Dr. Bloom was inducted as a Fellow into the American College of Dentists. Only about 3.5% of all dentists in the US have been granted Fellowship in the ACD, which is a distinct honor and by invitation only.
Our dentists believe in giving back to the community and donate their skills both in and out of our office, including such programs as Give Kids A Smile and Smile for School. Dr. Bloom was privileged to join a Rotary dental mission trip to donate dental care at an orphanage in Peru. The work was so gratifying he will be returning with other volunteers to Peru in March, 2010.
Dr. Bloom also enjoys active sports, being a Lexophile (no, it's not a bad thing) and other creative activities.
Dr. Wygodski grew up in St. Petersburg, graduating from Boca Ciega High School. She has been practicing dentistry here for over 25 years (she tells us she started at age 15 ;). She received a Bachelors in Chemistry and Psychology from Emory University. In 1985 she received her DDS degree from Emory University School of Dentistry.
Dr. "Charlene" enjoys treating children and has dedicated her practice to the care of children only. She also has been a staff Dentist at the Pinellas County Health Department.
Drs. Steven Bloom and Charlene Wygodski met in dental school, were married after graduation, and live in St. Petersburg. They practice together in the same location since 1987. When not practicing dentistry, they enjoy boating, kayaking, travel and snowskiing and boarding, and can often be found on the soccer fields, with their two sons, ages 15 and 19 (Go UF!), and sometimes joined by Copper, their hyperactive cocker spaniel.
Our Staff - Our Greatest Asset
Our highly skilled, caring professionals are committed to providing you with a comfortable and relaxing visit. From your first phone call to scheduling an appointment that accommodates your personal needs, our business staff are there to help you. Experienced in addressing insurance questions, our staff will prepare any necessary insurance forms on your behalf and are available to assist you in maximizing your insurance benefits.
All of our dental assistants and hygienists are licensed professionals with many hours of training. We pride ourselves on staying on the cutting edge of dentistry and patient communication. Feedback from our patients about an experience in our office is always welcomed. |
