Do you know the difference between a dental visit, and a visit for orthodontic treatment? In many cases, they may take place in the same offices, but when a dental professional talks about orthodontics, the discussion will be about the positioning of your teeth, and the way your teeth and jaw interact. An orthodontic care consultation will focus on if treatment is needed, and what methods will best bring your teeth into proper alignment for a smile that has good health, and good looks as well. (more…)
Your Corona Dentist Talks About Emergency Care
There is never a good time to encounter a dental emergency, but it can happen to anyone. Whether it is an unexpected kernel of popcorn that cracks a tooth, or a worrisome ache that keeps you up all night, the trained staff in our dental office is here to help you decide on the best action. In some situations, you may know right away you are experiencing a dental emergency, and need to call us. In other cases, you may wonder: can I wait? (more…)
Can I Ignore a Missing Tooth?
When a front tooth is lost, we rarely hear our patient’s debate whether or not to have a restorative procedure such as a dental implant, to maintain their smile. But what’s wrong with ignoring a space when a back tooth is lost, due to accident or decay? The prudent action is to replace any missing tooth, whether with an implant, a partial denture, or another solution your dentist can recommend. A missing tooth affects not only the beauty of your smile – it can affect your overall health! (more…)
Your Moreno Valley Dentist’s Breakfast Quiz
We know that when you’re dragging yourself to the breakfast table and the only thing you’ve got on your mind is your morning coffee, the last thing you want is someone telling you coffee is bad for your smile. However, it is acidic and it can lead to some issues for your oral health. However, for a friendlier approach to helping you maintain a healthy smile throughout breakfast and beyond, your Moreno Valley dentist offers a quick quiz.
Ask Your Riverside Children’s Dentist
Bringing your kiddos in for dental care is something that can send you home each and every time with the wonderful sensation that you’re doing your best to protect your children’s smiles. However, when you leave our office wishing you’d asked questions or feeling like you’re uncertain about something, it can make that otherwise satisfied feeling turn a bit sour. Rather than walk away without learning everything you need to know from your Riverside children’s dentist, we would much rather you asked!
Your Riverside Dentist Answers: Denture Questions
If you have open spaces in your mouth but you really don’t know much about the ways you can replace those teeth, it can feel like quite a journey you’re about to embark upon. If your instinct is to consider full or partial dentures but you feel like you are in serious need of additional knowledge to back this up, then you should probably come on in for a visit. In the meantime, your Riverside dentist offers answers to commonly asked questions that will offer further clarity.
Your Children’s Dentist Explains: Why Your Little Kids Need Your Help
Yep, you might think that after you explain dental hygiene to your child and run through brushing and flossing, you’re good to go. Of course, this would make those younger years much easier to get through. However, your children’s dentist explains that your little ones actually really need you to brush with them, floss with them, and keep an eye on them throughout each and every hygiene session. Not sure what makes this so essential? You’re about to!
Your Corona Dentist Asks: Are You Straining Your TMJs?
Do you know if you are, perhaps, straining your jaw joints (which we refer to as your TMJs, short for temporomandibular joints)? In many cases, patients don’t recognize that this is something that can happen to anyone, that TMJ disorder comes from a variety of causes, and that simple daily tasks may be causing jaw joint stress. Not to worry, your Corona dentist asks some questions that will help you recognize what you should (or should not) be doing.
Your Riverside Dentist Talks: Avoiding A Whitening Addiction
Do you think that perhaps you’re getting a bit too involved and focused on teeth whitening? Or, is this the type of thing you could see potentially becoming problematic once you get just one taste of the fantastic results? The good news is that when you know how to approach whitening in a healthy manner, it’s completely possible to keep your smile vibrant without allowing it to become an obsession. Need a few guidelines and explanations? Your Riverside dentist can help!
Your Moreno Valley Dentist Answers: Implant Questions
When you make your foray into the universe of replacement options for tooth loss, you will find yourself faced with a surprising variety of options. One, of course, will include the chance to choose dental implants, which can be just as exciting as it is confusing. The good news is that your Moreno Valley dentist is more than pleased to answer your questions about implants and how to proceed with your plan for fixing your smile. For now, consider some helpful answers.
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