Cavities – What You Need to Know and Ask Your Dentist About
As a kid, the dentist was one of the scariest places to visit. Nobody wanted to go to the dentist and after having their gums prodded, get the news they have one or multiple cavities. One week out from your dental visit, you’d make it a ritual to ferociously scrub at your teeth and floss […]
The Cost of Dental Implants in Hacienda Heights, CA
Missing teeth can be really bothersome, and it may feel like there’s nothing you can do about them! If you’re missing a tooth, you may feel sad, embarrassed, even lonely. Fortunately, there’s a solution for you that you must take advantage of – dental implants! Dental implants are the #1 solution for dental restoration not […]
Have Healthier Teeth with These 5 Easy Tips
Rarely do we recognize our teeth as the strongest parts of the human body. Yes, they are the toughest bones we have, ranking 5 on the Moh’s Scale and in our eyes, they’re indestructible. Well, sort of. We use our teeth for numerous things beyond chewing our food. We use them for opening up stubborn […]
The Best and Worst Halloween Candies for Your Teeth
It’s Spooktober, and while Halloween isn’t until the end of the month it’s not going to stop you from enjoying loads of candy until then. Fun fact, the average American consumes a whopping 22 pounds of candy a year, most of it during this month! That is a lot of candy! As dentists, our best […]
Is Charcoal Toothpaste Really Good for Your Teeth?
Roll the clock back 10 years, and the first things you may think of when you hear the word ‘charcoal’ is where’s the barbeque? How silly we were back then. Nowadays we see charcoal everywhere. It’s in our supplement pills, our face masks even in water filters. No. we’re not talking about the briquettes used […]
Stop With these Misconceptions About Dental Implants
Millions of Americans have found themselves getting a dental implant in the past couple of years. What’s the main reason for getting one? They’re the most cost-effective solution for restoring a damaged or missing tooth. That truth holds up. Dental implants are the spearhead of today’s dentistry. What’s more, they’re a one-of-a-kind solution that won’t […]
178 Million People Can Benefit From Dental Implants
It’s surprising how many people truly need dental implants. According to the American Academy of Implant Dentistry (AAID), 99% of edentulous or partially edentulous patients have yet to seek out dental implants to replace their missing teeth. That number is huge, as there’s over 178 million people in the United States who are currently living […]
5 Surprising Dental Implant Facts
How well do you take care of your teeth? Sure, you may brush them twice a day for two minutes. You floss everyday (we’re exaggerating here). You even put up with a semi-annual visit to the dentist just to have them scrape at your teeth and criticize your cleaning habits. However, that might not be […]
5 Important Supplements You Need In Your Diet To Prevent Tooth Decay
Keeping up with your smile is important, even if it means skipping out on your favorite treats and candies. Too many sweets leads to plaque – a film-like substance that overlays your teeth – the ultimate cause of tooth decay. A study conducted by the National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research (NIDCR) concludes 92% […]