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Watch this blog for the latest tips on tooth care, dental hygiene tips, ways to get the most out of your trips to the dentist and many more helpful hints on keeping on top of you and your family’s dental health.
Dental health and food choices
Keeping your teeth healthy requires basic dental hygiene, but there are a lot of vitamins and minerals that affect your oral health as well. In addition to brushing, flossing, and having regular dental appointments, your diet should be varied enough to cover the basic nutritional needs of your teeth. Vitamins A, C, and D are..
read moreOral hygiene and plaque
Plaque, Tartar, and Cavities Covering the entire surface of your teeth there exists a massive, harmless biosphere of many bacteria called a biofilm, or plaque. This biofilm is a diverse layer of bacteria colonies, which are drawn to the smooth texture of the tooth. Unlike almost all other cells in the body, your teeth do..
read moreNighttime tooth wear?
Teeth grinding, or Bruxism, is the clenching, grinding, or biting of your teeth. It can happen during the day or night, on purpose or more involuntarily. Commonly found in children, nighttime grinding and chewing on the teeth can cause sensitivity and wear on baby teeth; when adults grind their teeth, the damage is more serious...
read moreTooth Whitening Or Bleaching? The Myths of Cosmetic Dentistry Explained
Demand For Whiter Teeth More and more, people are demanding whiter teeth. They are no longer willing to accept the slow discoloration of their teeth over time. As a result, a major industry has grown up around “tooth whitening.” I want to bring some clarity into the cloud of information (and misinformation) concerning “tooth whitening”..
read moreWhy Do I Need A Nightguard?
“Hey, Doc! My jaw clicks sometimes. Why does it do that?” or “My teeth are sensitive when I brush or drink cold liquids. It’s not always the same place, though. How come?” “Sometimes when I’m eating, I get a pain in my ear. I think it might be actually my jaw joint though.” These are..
read moreIf you Live out of Town
Sometimes, one’s hometown dentist just isn’t the right choice for them or specifically what they need. Remote areas may have a problem with commuting to dental offices. Things such as the countryside may limit a person’s options on a certain type of dental care. Take a look at the video below to explore the options..
read moreDo I Really Need Gold Fillings?
Gold fillings have recently become a more popular style among today’s population. Some people love it, some people hate it. However, is there any necessity in gold fillings, do they serve any purpose besides the flashy expensive shine they emit? Take a look at this video to explore the concept of gold fillings. jwplayer("jwplayer-4").setup({flashplayer: "http://cosmeticdentistsac.com/wp-content/uploads/jw-player-plugin-for-wordpress/player/player.swf",..
read moreWhat are Dental Specialists Used For?
Specialists refer to a special need in the dental criteria. This can include braces, or baby teeth, or gum restoring. Determining whether you need a specialist can be difficult. Your dental care needs may be average or rare and require special attention. Watch the video below to better assess your personal situation in regards to..
read moreBeing Old Doesn’t Mean Dentures!
Old age cannot be avoided. It is inevitable and with its presence comes the possibility of teeth damage, or even absence. As our teeth show signs of their decrease in durability by falling out, we must ask the question: are dentures really necessary? Many people believe that dentures are their only choice once they reach..
read moreAccepting New Patients
Have you ever tried to see a dentist in order to get a routine check-up or some sort of treatment for yourself or a family member only to find out that the dental office wasn’t even accepting any new patients? How and why is this even possible? Even if it sounds a little out of..
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