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Times to See Your Emergency Dentist
posted: Apr. 16, 2021.
If a dental emergency happens, you need to know exactly what you should do. Handling the situation properly will prevent severe damage and even potential tooth loss. And because these Read more -
Dentures with Implants Could Help You Avoid Bone Loss
posted: Apr. 13, 2021.
Even with modern prevention and treatment advances, losing teeth in later life is still a sad but common part of human experience. Just as generations have before, many today rely Read more -
Here's Why X-Rays are a Safe Practice With Children
posted: Apr. 03, 2021.
X-rays are so interwoven into dental care that we often don't think twice about them. Even so, we shouldn't take this invisible form of radiation lightly—regular exposure at high levels Read more -
Follow the Fast-Food Lead: Cut Back Sodas in Your Child's Diet
posted: Mar. 24, 2021.
You can find some version of the ever popular kids’ meal at most major fast-food restaurants. It’s a neat little package: child’s size portions of burgers, chicken nuggets or sides—and Read more -
Your Gums May Need a Little Extra Care While You're Wearing Braces
posted: Mar. 14, 2021.
While braces improve your mouth function and smile by moving teeth into better positions, they may also adversely affect another part of your oral health — your gums. It’s not Read more -
Include These Important Nutrients on Your Dinner Plate for Stronger, Healthier Teeth
posted: Mar. 04, 2021.
“Personalize Your Plate” is the theme for this year's National Nutrition Month in March, sponsored by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. It means there isn't a single diet for Read more -
A Root Canal Can Stop Tooth Decay and Save Your Tooth
posted: Feb. 22, 2021.
Tooth decay can wreak more havoc than just producing cavities. It can work its way into the innermost parts of the tooth — the pulp and tiny passageways called root Read more -
How Dentists Provide Your Child the Benefit of X-Rays as Safely as Possible
posted: Feb. 12, 2021.
X-ray imaging is such an intricate part of dentistry, we usually don't think twice about it. Without it, though, the fight against dental disease would be much harder.At the same Read more -
4 Tips for Improving Daily Brushing and Flossing
posted: Feb. 02, 2021.
Two important practices boost your protection from dental disease: twice-a-year dental visits; and daily brushing and flossing. Of the two, that second one could be the most important.Personal oral hygiene Read more -
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
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