John B. Tague BS, DMD, PA

It’s warm out. And when it’s warm, we tend to switch the type of food and drinks we consume. But have you ever thought that what may be good tasting may not be making your smile happy? There are many common summer treats that, while tasting fantastic, are causing damage… Read More…

While some urban legends are meant to scare and haunt us in our sleep, other legends can actually affect your health. Some of these legends revolve around the world of dentistry and at my dental office in St. Petersburg, we want to set the record straight on some common misconceptions… Read More…

When you’re on vacation, the last thing you want to deal with is a dental emergency. They can be painful, and, sometimes, just a pain. There are several ways you can help prevent a dental issue while on vacation, but if one does happen, my dental office in St. Petersburg… Read More…

Almost all of us have experienced a toothache. The pain and inconvenience often associated with a toothache is enough to really put a kink in your plans and your life. And while we’re always happy to help relieve toothache pain at our St. Petersburg dental office, a toothache can also… Read More…

Tooth grinding, also known as bruxism, affects around 30 million children and adults. And most of the time, those individuals don’t even realize that they’re doing it! Sometimes it happens only at night. Other times, subconsciously throughout the day. While grinding or clenching your teeth may not seem like a… Read More…

Many people walk to the fridge, pull out a can, and pop open the tab of a quenching can of diet soda when they’re thirsty. It’s better for you because it’s diet and there is no sugar in it, right? While you’re correct in the fact that there’s no sugar,… Read More…

Cancer is a scary word and a diagnosis none of us want to hear. But if you or a loved one has been diagnosed with cancer, seeing your dentist in St. Petersburg before starting chemotherapy is a crucial step toward a successful treatment. While chemotherapy helps treat cancer, it also… Read More…

Typically you’ll find useful educational information in our blogs. And sometimes we’ll even talk about certain dental conditions and how you can help keep them at bay. But it’s not always so clinical here at the St. Petersburg dental office of Tauge Dental Care. In fact, we like to make… Read More…

While they are many things that do cause cavities and can increase your susceptibility to cavities, at the St. Petersburg dental office of Tague Dental Care, we want to debunk some of the commonly accepted myths about these pesky pockets of decay.   MYTH #1 Sugar is the Prime Cause of… Read More…

During the month of February, there’s a lot of talk about love and hearts, roses and candy, kisses and hugs. And while you probably already know our stance on those little candy hearts and boxes of chocolate (easy on the sweets!), you may be surprised to learn that at the… Read More…

Every year on February 9th, we commemorate National Toothache Day. And while having a toothache is no holiday, being toothache free is something we can definitely celebrate.  Tague Dental Care’s St. Petersburg dental office likes to use National Toothache Day to remind all of our patients how to stay toothache… Read More…

Stress. We all experience it, some of us more than others. It can result from a high pressure job, hard times in life, or when there’s just too much to do. And while a little stress is to be expected, too much stress can cause serious health problems throughout your… Read More…

For a lot of us, the new year means making resolutions to look better, get healthier, be happier, or improve life as a whole. Whatever specifics your resolutions may include, don’t overlook the chance to enhance your smile with cosmetic dentistry from Tague Dental Care in St. Petersburg. There’s a… Read More…

At our dental office in St. Petersburg, we take gum disease seriously and we want all of our patients to be aware of the signs of gum disease, how it can affect the rest of body, and how to prevent it. What Is Periodontal Disease? “Periodontal disease” is the technical… Read More…

You’ll often hear us recommend that you visit us every six months, and sometimes more frequently. And it’s not just because we like to see you! All of us at Tague Dental Care in St. Petersburg want our patients to understand why keeping up with their scheduled checkups is so… Read More…

If you are missing teeth, dental implants can absolutely set you free. Because dental implants replace both the tooth and the root, they are permanent and stable, allowing you to eat whatever you’d like without fear of loosening or discomfort. Because of this, more and more dental patients in the… Read More…

Teeth Whitening from Dr. John Tague Everyone wants a whiter, brighter smile, and these days it seems easier than ever to get one. Whiter smiles make people look healthier and younger. They also draw attention to your smile, making you seem friendlier and more approachable. Not All Whitening Systems Are… Read More…

The years just seem to fly by… and sometimes those years can start showing up in your smile. The truth is, your teeth are one of the first things that show your age. But it doesn’t have to be that way. Good oral health habits, including regular visits to your… Read More…

Gapped, crooked, crowded, protruding – those just aren’t words you want to use when you describe your smile, are they? But who wants to go through years of orthodontic treatment to correct it? Most adults don’t want to take the time … and they don’t want to look like a teenager… Read More…

Intro: The average American patient has greater expectations on what modern dentistry can provide and these expectations most certainly raise the bar for our performance as a restorative team. Since the vast majority of dental teams deal primarily with average Americans, for many of us, the pressures of delivering what… Read More…