Could That Dark Spot be a Cavity?
When we have dark spots on our teeth, our immediate reaction is to find the best whitening solutions. Many people bypass the dentist and go straight for the at-home whitening strips and trays. However, [...]
Bad Breath 101: Identifying the Causes of this Oral Surgery Malady
Like tooth decay, another common oral health problem around the world is halitosis, or what is commonly known as bad breath. According to statistics, as much as one in every four Americans experience this [...]
When to Seek Professional Advice About Snoring
Everyone snores, right? Although that’s how it might feel after sleeping next to your partner every night for five years, it’s just not true. No, not everyone snores. Yes, there is something you can [...]
10 FAQs About Oil-Pulling
Oil pulling is one of the latest holistic trends that have popped up on the internet as a way to enhance oral health. The technique, however, is not new. Oil pulling stems back to [...]
It’s Still Better to Get Orthodontics from a Dentist Than by Mail
In the last few years, people have been excited by the opportunity to get their teeth straightened using braces-by-mail services instead of going to the dentist for orthodontic treatment. Now, with additional concerns related [...]
Top 7 Home Remedies for Bad Breath
Visiting your dentist a regular basis, along with meticulous oral hygiene, is the key to oral health. For embarrassing oral health issues like bad breath, however, you can actually fix it at the comfort of [...]
Teeth Whitening Can Be Fast, but Here’s Why You Shouldn’t Put It Off
Here’s to hoping that your special event this summer in the San Diego area has not been canceled because of COVID-19. And if it’s going forward, you’re going to want to get Cosmetic Dentistry San Diego
Facts About Dental Fluorosis
Fluoride is a very important mineral that helps keep the teeth strong and healthy. It helps protect the teeth from decay, or reverse the early signs of decay when the destruction already exists. It [...]
5 Benefits of Getting Routine Dental Care Now
In California, we’ve been relatively lucky when it comes to COVID-19, experiencing relatively few cases and even fewer deaths. That’s why we’re among the states that are opening now, which means that you’re now [...]
Mind The Gap: Causes, Treatment, and Prevention of Diastema
Diastema, otherwise known as a tooth gap, pertains to the spacing between two or more teeth. It is most often seen on the front teeth and occasionally the back teeth. In adults, however, the diastema [...]
10 Reasons to See a Dentist for Emergency Care
Although the American Dental Association (ADA) has recommended that dentists not perform elective and routine dental procedures, we are still open for emergency dental needs. And if you have a dental emergency, [...]
When to Seek Emergency Dental Care
Our community is dealing with the novel coronavirus, and, each household has its own way of coping. Whether you’ve already stayed indoors for weeks or you have just recently switched to the statewide stay-at-home order, [...]
How Can Gum Lift Surgery Help Your Smile?
Have you ever referred to your smile as gummy or uneven? If so, you’ve probably been struggling with how to make your teeth look more appealing. Just like an overgrown garden, an overgrown smile still [...]
Don’t Be Afraid of Your Dentist–Talk to Him
Dentists want to make you happy. No matter what, most dentists have the ultimate goal of changing your life for the better. Whether that means helping you relax at the dentist’s office or talking you [...]
When Your Teeth Start Hurting, Listen to Them
We all have those friends who push off going to the doctor or the dentist as long as they can. They wait and wait until they simply can’t bear the pain anymore, then they schedule [...]
Why Oral Health is Important for Expectant Mothers
If you’re expecting, congratulations! Pregnancy is both fun and strenuous. The excitement of bringing a new life into the world pairs perfectly with busy planning. During pregnancy, your body will experience an increase in hormone [...]
The Best Ways to Keep Your Removable Dentures Clean
Removable dentures, whether full or partial, require a lot of upkeep. In order to keep your smile clean and stain-free, you must take good care of them. Clean Your Dentures Regularly Dentures retain food and [...]
Sedation Dentistry Helps You Relax
If you avoid the dentist until you have five cavities, it’s time to make dentistry painless! Sedation dentistry can help you show up to your regular appointments. Sometimes, your hesitation about visiting [...]
How Can Dentist-Prescribed Mouthguards Help Your Smile?
A mouthguard’s sole purpose is to protect your teeth. However, if it protects your teeth but misaligns your jaw, is it really helping you? That’s one of the major differences between a store-bought and a laboratory-designed [...]
TMJ Symptoms To Watch Out For
Have you experienced soreness in your jaw that led to a headache? Maybe you’ve had a toothache that soon became a migraine. Many symptoms and signs are actually formed from one root cause, temporomandibular disorder [...]
Instagram Bans Plastic Surgery Filters, but What about Smiles?
Social media can have many positive impacts on people’s lives, but it can also be a negative force. It can cause people to experience depression, and, in some rare cases, can contribute to someone’s suicide. [...]
Are Millennials Ruining Dentistry . . . or Saving It?
Millennials have a reputation for ruining everything. While the reputation is probably undeserved, it’s certainly tempting to imagine that a new Millennial spin on dentistry is likely to be a nightmare. However, the new innovation [...]
Forget the Count: You Could Be King Dracula with These Gold Fangs
Every year at Halloween, millions of Americans don fake vampire teeth. Usually, these are the epitome of cheap fake teeth, costing less than a couple bucks for an articulated set that you slip over your [...]
How Do Zirconia Implants Compare to Titanium?
Titanium is the material most often used in dental implants. It has many benefits: it’s strong, nontoxic, and it integrates completely with the bone of your jaw to form a solid connection [...]
How Does Sleep Apnea Affect Your Health? (And Why Should You See a Dentist)
Do you find yourself exhausted from a night of sleep, even though you got the recommended 8-hours of sleep? Have you changed your mattress and sleeping patterns and nothing seems to help? You may be [...]