Have you struggled to stop cavities? Does it seem like your oral hygiene routine is less helpful than it should be? It may be time to accept that your current approach to brushing is less effective than it should be, and that without changes you can remain vulnerable to problems that call for restorative dental work. At our Riverside, CA dentist’s office, patients who feel unhappy with their oral health can speak about their routine during a dental checkup to learn ways they can improve. Once shortcomings are identified, it can be easier for you to successfully prevent future dental troubles! (more…)
You Can Put Your Oral Health At Risk By Ignoring A Toothache
Sure, your tooth hurts, but does that mean you have to talk to your dentist? Is it impossible to think that the issue may go away on its own? If your aching tooth is connected to problems with sinus pressure, it could be a temporary concern. However, if you believe the issue might be connected to a problem with your oral health, you should be aware that ignoring the matter can have consequences. If you are in pain because of an infection, the damage will continue as bacteria harm the living tissues in your tooth. Over time, those bacteria will spread and move through your tooth’s root, ultimately causing irreversible harm and leading to the spread of microbes to other areas of your body! Our Moreno Valley, CA dentist’s office is prepared to restore the health of a tooth affected by this issue. If the matter feels urgent, we do offer emergency dental treatments! (more…)
Will You Be Able To Trust A Dental Bridge To Stay In Place?
It can be exciting to begin the process of restoring your incomplete smile. Once you receive your dental prosthetic, you should be able to smile, speak, bite, and chew with renewed confidence and comfort, particularly if you receive an appliance that is permanently set in place. However, you may have some concerns about the appliance’s ability to remain secure. If you are receiving a dental bridge, how confident should you be in its ability to remain in position over time? At our Riverside, CA dentist’s office, patients who come to us with concerns over tooth loss can have a custom bridge put in place that restores their smile and bite. The dental bridge is designed to remain in position without requiring oral surgery, as there are two dental crowns that will be set in place on the teeth at each side of your gap. (more…)
Flossing Protects You Against Tooth Decay And Gingivitis
If you want to avoid problems with tooth decay and gum disease, you should put time and energy into fighting the buildup of plaque and tartar. Many people believe that with brushing alone, they can completely rid their teeth of bacteria and food debris so that plaque and tartar buildup never becomes a concern. Unfortunately, they overlook the importance of flossing, which makes spaces between their teeth more vulnerable to problems. If you are not flossing, it can be difficult to completely avoid restorative dental work, because portions of your smile are not receiving the attention you might think they are. Our Riverside, CA dentist’s office is prepared to address these oral health problems, and we can help you prevent them by providing routine preventive dental services. (more…)
Watch Out For Habits That Negatively Affect Your Smile
How likely is it that you will make your smile less healthy or less attractive today? It might seem odd to think about oral health care matters in this context, but it is important to note that your habits matter when it comes to your oral health. If you are not keeping up with good behaviors, and steering clear of actions that might make you vulnerable to tooth decay and gum disease, you are more likely to need restorative dental work after a future dental exam. At our Temecula, CA dentist’s office, we offer guidance in addition to preventive services in the office during regular dental exams. Through better habits and behaviors, you can find it easier to keep your smile healthy, and also preserve its appearance! (more…)
Our Approach To Cavity Care Can Preserve A Confident Smile
If you learn that you have a cavity, the news can understandably strike a blow against your confidence in your oral care routine. However, you should know that the matter can be addressed without creating an issue for the confidence you have in your smile! At our Corona, CA dentist’s office, we are prepared to address dental decay with restorations that closely match the look of your natural, healthy teeth. This includes procedures that require the placement of dental fillings as well as those that require dental crowns. As reassuring as it may be to know that you can have a restoration that matches your natural teeth, it is still important to avoid problems with future tooth decay. We can help with this by providing consistent support through routine dental exams. (more…)
Make Sure You Care For Your Smile When You Start Your Day
Some people are early risers by nature, while others prefer to cling to every minute of sleep within reach. While the “typical” morning routine can vary greatly from one person to the next, there is one habit that should be a part of your waking routine no matter what the rest of your habits look like. When we sleep at night, our body slows its production of saliva, which makes it easier for oral bacteria to multiply. In addition to causing embarrassing bouts of “morning breath,” this means there are more harmful microbes that can cause problems with cavities and gum disease when you wake. Cleaning your teeth at the start of the day, and sticking to a smart diet, can help you avoid oral health issues that your Riverside, CA dentist will have to address. (more…)
Count On A Dental Practice That Can Serve Your Family
Having a dentist who can take good care of your smile is nice, but it can be particularly nice – and convenient – to find a dental practice prepared to help every member of your family. At our Moreno Valley, CA dentist’s office, we are prepared to accept patients of all ages, so we can provide an experience that is both convenient and dependable for you. With our adult patients, we provide ongoing support through preventive dental care, as well as access to restorative and cosmetic services. Children who come in for pediatric dental care can look forward to important preventive services, but they also receive guidance on the hows and whys of daily oral health care. (more…)
Setting An Emergency Appointment For Severe Tooth Pain
If your tooth is not physically injured, why would it feel sore or sensitive? Potentially severe tooth pain can result from an issue with an untreated cavity. As that cavity continues to cause problems for you, the pain can reach a point where it feels difficult to manage. At our Riverside, CA dentist’s office, we can help you determine what is happening to cause your discomfort. Because we understand pain can be serious, and a sign your tooth is facing a serious threat, we can even bring you in on short notice. Emergency dental visits help patients manage difficult-to-ignore problems, and they also help ensure issues are addressed before there are further complications.
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What To Do If A Filling Or Crown Begins To Feel Loose
Once you have a dental restoration placed, you should be comfortable biting, chewing, and speaking the way you always have. In other words, you should not feel that you need to avoid putting pressure on a tooth after receiving a dental filling or dental crown, and you should not feel that the tooth is vulnerable to further harm. Our Riverside, CA dentist’s office has helped many people by taking care of teeth that were affected by dental injuries or decay. We can also help those who start to feel that an older restoration is no longer giving them the support that it should. If you think something is wrong with an older filling or crown, make an appointment so that we can address the matter and ensure your tooth remains safe and secure. (more…)
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