When your dentist at O.C. Dental Specialists tells you that you need root canal treatment, you may assume that means you need to have surgery. That isn’t always the case. In fact, your dentist can typically complete an exam and the root canal procedure in a single appointment. Unlike stories you may have head about … Read more
Young children look to their parents and other caregivers for clues on how they are to take care of themselves. It brings a toddler or preschooler great joy to be able to complete some self-care tasks themselves, such as brushing their teeth. That’s why you can never start too early when it comes to teaching … Read more
Many people think that getting braces or another form of orthodontic work is for cosmetic reasons only. While improving the appearance of the smile is one of the benefits of orthodontia, it also helps to correct numerous oral health issues. Left untreated, these issues can cause long-term problems with biting, chewing, alignment of the teeth, … Read more
Sometimes it seems to take very little to chip a tooth, such as biting into a piece of hard candy or bumping into a wall. Depending on the location of the tooth, you may feel self-conscious about showing your smile until you can visit O.C. Dental Specialists for dental restorations. You can be rest assured … Read more
You have probably seen teeth whitening results before, either on someone you know or on your own teeth. Even the whitest teeth can discolour due to the exposure to excessive colorants found in food, beverage, drugs and other substances; when this happens, this person becomes inclined to seek cosmetic dental procedures, like teeth whitening, to … Read more
Many parents wonder what the purpose is of taking their child to a kids’ dentist. After all, a dentist who treats adult patients can also treat pediatric patients. However, it’s important to understand that pediatric dentistry is indeed a distinct field in oral healthcare. Training is the biggest difference between a dentist who treats patients … Read more
It can be a hassle to find a different dentist for every member of your family based on his or her stage of life. The family dentists at OC Dental Specialists understand this. Our team of trusted dentists provide care for the entire family from infancy through advanced age. It’s their job to help you … Read more