Teeth Whitening FAQs from Woodcrest Dentists

at Riverside Dental Group will answer some of the most frequently asked questions about teeth whitening options.

Teeth Whitening FAQs

Q1. Do whitening toothpastes work?

A1. Usually only slightly. The whitening agents added to toothpastes that promise whitening may clean some stains from teeth. However, the best you can really hope for would be making your teeth about one shade lighter. (more…)

Common Toothache Scenarios Highlighted by Riverside Dentists

from Riverside Dental Group will discuss some common toothache scenarios.

Scenario #1: Tooth Decay

Cavities that are detected early usually have few or no symptoms. Patients that do have pain as a result of cavities most often describe their discomfort resulting from contact with extreme hot or cold temperatures. However, if your tooth decay spreads down below the enamel of teeth and into and through the root canals, an actual (more…)

Lingual Braces Explained by Moreno Valley, CA Orthodontists

Our highly-skilled and experienced Moreno Valley orthodontists are happy to offer patients of all ages an array of treatments that will suit individual needs. Traditional metal braces are still a fine choice for many people. However, some adults and teens who are particularly self-conscious about the idea of sporting braces tend to have a lot of questions about the more discreet options we offer. There are ceramic braces, and some people make great candidates for Invisalign, which is a system of alignment trays that are almost completely clear. However, perhaps you would make be a perfect patient for lingual braces. Have you ever heard of them? Are you curious? Read on if you would like to learn more about this incognito form of orthodontics. (more…)

Is Your Filling Too High? Riverside Dentists Answer

A great many of us have been recipients of dental fillings at some point. In spite of great efforts to brush and floss and visit the dentist regularly, cavities can still happen to anyone. Do you have any recollection of the dentist putting a piece of paper in your mouth and asking you to bite down after the filling was in place? Some form of this question generally follows: “does the filling feel too high?” Your Riverside dentists at Riverside Dental Group will explain to you what a high filling is, and what to do if yours is set further up than is comfortable.

Identifying a High Filling

Unfortunately, because your mouth is generally numbed during a filling with a local anesthetic, it can be difficult for you to identify the placement while still sitting in (more…)

Corona Dentists Quiz You on Toothpaste Choices

at Dental Associates of Corona, and you may find that you learn some new information that can help you undo some of that sugar-binging damage.

Questions

Q1. True or false – There are regulations for truth in advertising that toothpaste companies must adhere to.

Q2. True or false – Toothpaste should not be abrasive at all, or it will damage your teeth.

Q3. True or false – There is a toothpaste abrasiveness scale. (more…)

Riverside Dentists Offer More than “Straight” Dentistry

at Riverside Dental Group can offer complete comprehensive dentistry and orthodontics all under the same roof. If you (or your son or daughter) are presenting with misalignments and malocclusions an orthodontist will be able to straighten you out. Orthodontic specialists put their time in to become educated, and they perform an extended orthodontic residency to develop their expertise. There are many reasons to consider making the commitment to braces of some sort, and we’ll delve further into that topic in today’s blog. (more…)

Overview of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeries from Moreno Valley Dentists

 at Riverside Dental Group offer expertise if you should need a surgical procedure.

What is Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery?

A dental specialty, oral and maxillofacial surgery focuses on surgically treating conditions which affect the oral cavity, face, head, jaw, and neck. Moreno Valley dentists that are versed in this specialty utilize the assistance of our on-site anesthesiologist to be able to perform surgeries in our comfortable office. Some of the most common surgeries that we perform include removal of (more…)