Summer is Smile Season! Okay. We know it’s not really true that summer is smile season, but summer does give us all a lot of good reasons to smile. Sunshine, vacations, beaches, swimming, BBQs, camps, friends, family, what’s not to smile about? But do you know what is true? There are many positive side effects […]
Today, the United States marks 242 years as an independent nation as it celebrates the 4th of July with fireworks, food, and music. Our hometown of San Diego, known as “America’s Finest City”, is always home to spectacular 4th of July celebrations. Since the Fourth of July falls in the middle of the week this […]
7 Things to Know About the Ingredients in Over the Counter Oral Hygiene Products 1. Most Oral Hygiene Products Contain Abrasives Abrasives help remove stains from the teeth. Initially, the abrasives added were quite rough in texture, but today’s abrasives are comparably gentle. They primarily consist of hydrated aluminum oxides, dehydrated silica gel, and […]
Sometimes the line between fact and fiction is easily blurred. This is certainly the case when it comes to dentistry, where myths and misconceptions abound. In a bid to put an end to health hoaxes, here are five dental myths to chew over. Sugar Is the Number One Culprit of Tooth Decay Sugar will rot […]
When We Say Floss, We Don’t Mean That Silly Dance! Most people today know the importance of brushing and flossing. However, are you aware that there are actually TWO ways you can floss? There is, of course, the traditional way of using string floss…but then, there is water flossing. What is Water Flossing? Water […]
Mouths are Pretty Amazing Every mouth is unique. The shape, size, and position of your teeth is unlike anyone else’s in the world. The shape and color of your lips are unique. And your tongue-print, just like your fingerprints, is one-of-a-kind. For all of these reasons and more, your smile 1 in 7.4 billion! […]
Remember Those Who Served All Gave Some. Some Gave All. Memorial Day is the unofficial beginning of summer. It signals for many longer days, BBQ, family time, and vacations. But what is the true meaning of this American holiday? Memorial Day represents one day of national awareness and reverence, a day to honor the men […]
Dealing with Sensitive Teeth? If eating ice cream or hot soup makes you cringe, it might be time to consider whether or not you have sensitive teeth. Sensitivity to hot and cold aren’t the only symptoms. For some people, sour flavors or even a deep breath of cool air could stop you in your tracks. […]
Why Restore Your Smile? If you’ve lost a tooth, especially one that’s not visible to others when you speak or smile, you may be thinking that you can slide by without replacing it. Sure, it will feel weird for a while, but you’ll get used it — or will you? Not replacing a missing tooth can […]
A Basic Overview of Malocclusion An important part of your skeletal development is a functional and healthy formation of your occlusion, or “bite.” Occlusion refers to how the top and bottom teeth fit together. Dental malocclusion affects 1 in 5 people, and occurs when you have crooked teeth and/or a misaligned bite. There are 3 […]
