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06/13/2017 12:47
Are you considering whitening your teeth to get a Hollywood smile? Teeth often lose their pearly white appearance over time and can pick up stains from foods, drinks and lifestyle habits. Even if you take excellent care of your teeth, you probably do not still have the same brilliantly white smile...
06/09/2017 10:38
Sleep apnea is a serious condition that often goes unnoticed. This is because many of its symptoms occur during sleep, meaning patients aren’t aware they exist. However, it is important to see our San Francisco dentist for treatment if you suspect you are suffering from sleep apnea, as this...
06/07/2017 12:15
A regular professional dental cleaning is an important part of any preventive health routine. While you might not look forward to these biannual checkups, most dental cleanings are simple, pain-free, and very routine. They also offer significant benefits for your smile.
Several things are done...
06/05/2017 12:19
Traditional fillings, like amalgam or composite, stop decay and shore up malfunctioning tooth structure. But they can also discolor easily, develop leaks, or even fall out. Inlays and onlays, meanwhile, are a shrewd and valuable alternative, providing the same basic service with precise upgrades....
06/01/2017 09:57
Invisalign aligners are made of medical-grade polyurethane resin, which can be molded to fit your teeth and guide them into position. The aligners are smooth and unlikely to irritate gums, cheeks or other soft tissues. They are considered biocompatible and have passed all regulatory requirements...
05/30/2017 14:01
Because traditional braces have been used in orthodontics for so long, many people are familiar with how they work. This, however, is not the case with Invisalign, a relatively new treatment. Our dentist goes over the Invisalign experience with each patient to ensure they understand the process....
05/25/2017 09:55
Tooth extraction is so common, dental authorities can really only estimate their number. Perhaps as many as 20 million are performed each year. The main reason for an extraction is an impaction, which occurs when a tooth can no longer grow properly. A better word for impaction might be blockage,...
05/23/2017 11:54
Our expert in cosmetic dentistry in San Francisco offers several choices for your orthodontic treatment. You may be a candidate for only one option, or be able to have your pick. If this is the case, you might be wondering which appliance would be best for you. Many patients ask our dentist: which...
05/19/2017 11:46
A dental extraction is a procedure that is used to remove a tooth from its socket. Although our Santa Clara dentist attempts to save natural teeth whenever possible, extractions play an important role in dentistry. They can be used to remove badly damaged or decayed teeth, or teeth that are...
05/17/2017 12:49
Are you one of the ten million suffering from TMJ, or temporomandibular joint disorder, in America today? If so, it is vital you seek the help of a Thousand Oaks TMJ expert as soon as possible. This disorder can cause a significant amount of symptoms, including pain in several areas, lock jaw, and...