Category: Preventive Dentistry

As the holidays approach around the corner, many individuals are going to gather with their families and loved ones and partake in delicious seasonal dishes. While it is a time for rest and relaxation, it is crucial that your oral health does not take a back seat this holiday season. It is true that even… Read more »

We love Halloween as much as anyone! However, being dental professionals, we also know that with Halloween comes an influx of sugary treats, treats that could lead to the onset of tooth decay in smiles of all ages. To help ensure you enjoy a safe and fun Halloween, and that you don’t put your smile… Read more »

A dental emergency is any damage or discomfort in your teeth or gums, such as a chipped or cracked tooth. These issues need immediate attention to prevent major complications, such as cavities or dental infections, or possibly even tooth loss! But what should you do before you arrive at your Newhall, CA, dentist’s office?

According to studies by organizations such as the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), half of adults in the United States over the age of 30 suffer from periodontal disease. Unless managed with regular treatment, this disease could be linked to adult tooth loss! Fortunately, there are plenty of steps you can take to prevent the… Read more »

If we brush and floss our teeth every day, isn’t that enough to keep our teeth clean and strong? Unfortunately, while vital for your oral health, brushing and flossing isn’t quite enough to keep smiles free of issues like tooth decay and gum disease. For that, you need to see your Newhall, CA, dentist every… Read more »

When our jaw joints undergo excessive strain and stress, this could result in a serious oral health issue known as TMJ disorder, or TMD. Over time, the disorder could be linked to major problem with your oral health, including damaged teeth! In today’s blog, your Newhall, CA, dentist will look at how we identify and… Read more »

Starting today, we’re finally open again to see patients for general, preventive, and even elective treatments, like cosmetic teeth whitening and more! However, to find out what your smile may need, we start with a simple dental exam. In today’s blog, your Newhall, CA, dentist explains why people of all ages benefit from a routine… Read more »

With everything happening in the world today, it’s no surprise that many of us are suffering from elevated levels of stress. Which means for some, this stress could translate into a higher risk of bruxism, or chronic teeth grinding. How does anxiety lead to teeth grinding, and what can our Newhall, CA, patients do to… Read more »

If you begin to experience pain in one or more of your teeth, this could signal the onset of a cavity, or possibly an infection! We’re still providing emergency care for Newhall, CA, patients on a case-by-case basis, so if your tooth hurts, then let us know! In today’s blog, we’re going to talk about… Read more »

A dental emergency is simply any damage to your teeth, or injury to your gums or oral structures, that isn’t life threatening, but is serious enough to require immediate attention. In today’s blog, your Newhall, CA, dentist looks at how we address these scenarios and repair the teeth, and what you can do to ease… Read more »