Keith Blessitt D.M.D.
Dentist
2420 N Tamiami Trail Suite B Nokomis Florida, 34275About
Dr. Keith Blessitt is a Dentist practicing in Nokomis, Florida. Dr. Blessitt specializes in preventing, diagnosing, and treating diseases and conditions associated with the mouth and overall dental health. Dentists are trained to carry out such treatment as professional cleaning, restorative, prosthodontic, and endodontic procedures, and performing examinations, among many others.
Education and Training
DMD at Nova Southeastern University
Board Certification
Florida Board of Dentistry
Provider Details
Keith Blessitt D.M.D.'s Expert Contributions
Abscessed tooth? What could this mean?
An abscessed tooth is an infected tooth that needs help. The problem with abscessed teeth are they destroy the bone around the tooth. They can cause severe pain and swelling. The signs of an abscess can vary from pain to a pimple on the gum. Every patient is different READ MORE
I am getting abscesses in my infected tooth. How do I treat them?
Have the tooth root canal treated or have it taken out are your options. Having a dentist evaluate it first would be your best way to make that decision. Hope that helps. Dr.B READ MORE
Areas of expertise and specialization
Internships
- Prosthodontics at Nova Southeastern University
Professional Society Memberships
- Florida Dental Association, American Dental Association, American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry
What do you attribute your success to?
- Hard work.
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