While we may be able to avoid some of the nastier weather that hits other parts of the country, this time of the year can still be much more dangerous than in the summer months. A few differing factors lead to this time becoming the prime season for our common viruses such as the cold… Read more »
Everyone who is a parent, or who happens to have spent much time at all around our young ones, knows the struggle that can come with nightly oral health care. With all the shiny, moving things that exist in the world, it can be difficult for you to be able to address the importance of… Read more »
If you have been noticing that you just aren’t producing the same amount of saliva as you used to, you may think that it’s not that big of a deal. After all, there are so many over-the-counter products that are designed for this specific purpose. But sometimes, dry mouth can be both a cause of… Read more »
For many parents, baby teeth can be seen as somewhat replaceable, as they’re designed for a temporary period of time. But they are just as, if not more, susceptible to tooth decay. It is very important to try to keep their mouths as healthy as you can, and this first set helps the adult ones… Read more »
With oral health, there is a line between when a concern is a nuisance and it is a serious medical issue. Dry mouth is one of those where it is easy for a patient to believe it is an annoyance, when it may possibly be causing long-term damage to the mouth. Today, your Newport Beach,… Read more »
X-ray technology is often used in the world of dentistry. Also known as radiography, this imagery of the teeth helps us get a better view of the exposed teeth, as well as see into the area covered by gum tissue. We can also see problems existing in the jawbone itself. But most people don’t spend… Read more »
The unsung hero of the mouth, gum tissue helps protect us every second of every day. This part of the body is constantly working overtime to fight against bacterial infection, fungal infection, as well as physical trauma. We use our mouths constantly, in ways that are often focused on collision. But with the added stress… Read more »
Many people over the past few years have successfully quit smoking using e-cigarettes or vapes. So far, they have been the most successful method of weaning people off of cigarettes available to the public. They are much more likely to work than nicotine gum, a lozenge, or a patch. And while we commend anyone for… Read more »
Don’t put off getting your teeth cleaned! While it may seem like an unnecessary procedure, it helps remove any plaque or tartar that has built up on the teeth. Your regular daily oral health regimen cannot remove tartar, it must be done at a dental office. Today, your Newport Beach, CA dentist explains the benefit… Read more »
Over the years, your teeth take a lot of damage. The foods we eat can stain them, and we are constantly exposing them to various materials that can cause damage to your enamel. Tobacco use is another major cause of tooth discoloration, or drinking coffee or red wine. Or you could be lacking certain vitamins,… Read more »
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