Tooth repair and replacement are both fairly common procedures at your local dentist’s office. Deciding should I repair or replace a tooth might seem like a big choice. However, the difference between the two types of procedures isn’t really down to choice. Your Orange County dentist will always suggest a repair if it is possible … Read more
Dental anxiety is a prominent condition in children with potential long-term side effects. According to some of the first research on the topic, pediatric dental anxiety seems to stem from two major causes. For a sizeable number of the cases, previous negative experiences at the dentist appeared to be the primary cause. But helping your … Read more
Why does it hurt to chew? You don’t realize how often you use your teeth until you have a toothache. It’s also around that time that you realize the word toothache doesn’t even begin to describe what you’re feeling. The sensation can be a mild, occasional discomfort. However, it can easily grow to feeling like … Read more
For many of us, having our wisdom teeth removed is a necessary rite of passage. It’s an unpleasant experience. There’s no denying that, but their removal prevents a whole host of complications that arise from wisdom teeth that fail to grow in properly. Therefore, if your dentist thinks that your wisdom teeth should come out, … Read more
Getting braces is an experience that none of us relish. Fortunately, those few years of inconvenience make it possible for you to have a more attractive smile that is easier to maintain and protect from tooth decay. If you can manage to take care of your teeth while your braces are in place. Flossing with … Read more
Unless you have taken meticulous care of your teeth from day one, you probably have some noticeable staining. Some of the discoloration you’re seeing may just be the natural results of aging. As we get older, the enamel protecting your teeth begins to thin. It becomes increasingly transparent, which allows the yellower dentin beneath to … Read more
After decades of sparkling water being a largely European trend, the American public is finally jumping on the bandwagon. Refreshing flavors and the pleasant bubbling sensation aside, the growth of sparkling water consumption in the United States has led many to wonder about the effects of carbonation on teeth. Is carbonation harmful for your teeth … Read more
If you’ve recently learned that you’re expecting your first child, then you are probably already in the midst of a pregnancy research spiral. There’s a lot to take in. You suddenly have to consider how every one of your actions will affect your baby. Unfortunately, not all sources are created equally, and it’s up to … Read more
To address the elephant in the room, COVID-19 is currently impacting health care services at all levels. A state-wide executive order now labels California dentists as essential health care providers. It asks dentists, registered hygienists, and dental assistants to join the California Health Corps. The goal is to swell the ranks of medical professionals combating … Read more
Halitosis, oral malodor, or plain old bad breath… It doesn’t matter what you call it, it is still unpleasant for you and everyone within a few feet of you. It makes sense that you would do everything in your power to make it go away. Unfortunately, it’s not always as simple as just brushing your … Read more