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Pay Attention to Gum Disease Warning Signs for an Early Diagnosis
posted: Jan. 23, 2021.
Periodontal (gum) disease is a devastating infection that eventually causes tooth loss if not treated. Plaque removal, antibiotics and possible surgical intervention have proven quite effective in stopping the infection Read more -
All Gum Disease Treatments Have the Same Goal - Removing Bacterial Plaque
posted: Jan. 13, 2021.
Periodontal (gum) disease is a serious infection that can damage more than periodontal tissues — supporting bone structure is also at risk. Any bone loss could eventually lead to tooth Read more -
5 Signs Its Time To Visit the Dentist
posted: Jan. 11, 2021.
At the offices of Dr. Shirley Santos in Tustin, CA, our general dentistry services cover many patient needs and goals--everything from cleanings and exams to root canal therapy and tooth Read more -
Your Gums Need Extra Care After Periodontal Disease
posted: Jan. 03, 2021.
We all benefit from regular dental care, regardless of our state of oral health. But if you've experienced periodontal (gum) disease, those regular dental visits are even more important in Read more -
Oral Hygiene isn't Easy with Braces - but it's Still Doable
posted: Dec. 24, 2020.
If you’re about to undergo orthodontic treatment, you’re going to face a challenge keeping your teeth and gums clean wearing braces. That in turn could increase your chances for tooth Read more -
Things you Should Know about Oral Cancer
posted: Dec. 14, 2020.
Last year, over 1.5 million people heard the words no one wants to hear: “You have cancer.” While only a small portion of those — about three percent — were Read more -
Don't Let Bad Breath Ruin Your Date Under the Mistletoe
posted: Dec. 04, 2020.
Most of us have no clue how the ancient holiday tradition of kissing under the mistletoe originated—but it sure doesn't stop us from keeping the tradition alive! Yet although eager Read more -
Anchorage Devices Provide More Accuracy, Less Treatment Time for Braces
posted: Nov. 24, 2020.
Braces are a common part of many teenagers’ life experience — but not every bite problem is alike. Sometimes, there’s a need for accurately moving only a few teeth while Read more -
How Dental Implants Help Your Smile
posted: Nov. 23, 2020.
When teeth go missing, this can have severe consequences on one's emotional, physical, and psychological health. Fortunately, Dr. Shirley Santos, DDS, has a solution to restore all three of those Read more -
4 Things You Should Focus on During Pregnancy for Optimal Dental Health
posted: Nov. 14, 2020.
Pregnancy creates enormous changes in your physical body. These changes, especially on the hormonal level, can impact many aspects of your health including teeth and gums.While it’s easy to let Read more -
Age Doesn't Have to Stop You From Straightening Your Smile
posted: Nov. 04, 2020.
Cowboys wear Stetsons; ballerinas wear tutus; and teenagers wear…braces.At least that's the popular conception. In actuality, one in five orthodontic patients is an adult, a number that continues to grow. Read more -
Teens May Need a Temporary Restoration for Missing Teeth
posted: Oct. 25, 2020.
While not as prevalent as adults, teenagers can have missing teeth, usually from injury or from never having been formed. Fortunately, life-like dental implants can replace missing teeth. But unfortunately Read more -
Is There a Link Between Gum Disease and Cardiovascular Health?
posted: Oct. 15, 2020.
Is there a link between periodontal (gum) disease and cardiovascular disease? Medical researchers are endeavoring to answer this intriguing question, but early findings seem to say yes. If it bears Read more -
If You Thought the Last Century Was Amazing for Dental Care, Just Wait
posted: Oct. 05, 2020.
What a difference a hundred years can make—especially the last one hundred. In the early 20th Century, trains were the prime mode of cross-country transportation, electrical power was not universally Read more -
Treating a Young, Permanent Tooth Requires a Different Approach
posted: Sep. 25, 2020.
Soon after the primary (baby) teeth begin to give way, the teeth a child will have the rest of their lives start erupting into the mouth. But while they’re permanent, Read more -
Removable or Bonded, Retainers Help Protect Your New Straighter Smile
posted: Sep. 15, 2020.
The straightening process for a crooked smile doesn't end when the braces come off. There's one more crucial phase to undergo to make sure we don't lose the progress you've Read more
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