Oasis Dental Arts Blog
I Need a Dental Appointment, But What Does Dental Insurance Cover?
âYou need to go to the Dentist.â This statement never brings feelings of joy or anticipation, but instead dental anxiety. The truth is that without routine care and maintenance, you can have numerous health related problems that can end up costing you financially in...
How Oral Health Affects Overall Health
You know how important your oral health is. If you donât, you should know that itâs very important! Why? Because your oral hygiene directly affects your eating habits, drinking habits, and even your sleeping habits. For example, if you donât maintain a pristine...
5 Signs You Might Have Gum Disease
The easiest way to ward off gum disease is by maintaining good oral hygiene. To do this, you should brush your teeth twice a day (in the morning and evening), floss daily, and visit your dentist regularly. However, if you experience any of the following signs,...
Coffee Stains on Teeth: What To Know
If you love coffee, itâs unlikely coffee stains will encourage you to quit. However, there are ways you can prevent coffee stains and get rid of them so you can enjoy coffee without stress. Oasis Dental Arts is here to help you maintain a beautiful smile all while...
Freshen Your Breath For Kisses Under the Mistletoe
Itâs mistletoe season, and if youâre single or in a relationship, youâre most likely going to grab any opportunity to kiss the one you love under the mistletoe this holiday season. To prepare your loved one for a memorable moment, make sure the one thing they remember...
Dental Emergency Cheat Sheet: Should I Call My Dentist?
If youâre having a dental emergency, you might wonder if itâs actually an emergency you need to call your dentist in the middle of the night for or something that can wait until tomorrow morning. To help you decide if itâs a dental emergency or not, Oasis Dental Arts...
How Often Should I Visit the Dentist?
Once you reach adulthood and youâre living a busy life, you might wonder if you really need to visit the dentist every 6 months or if youâre supposed to go more often or less often. At Oasis Dental Arts in San Diego, we want our patients to have the healthiest smiles...
Why Shouldnât I Get a Store Bought Night Guard?
If youâve been told you have bruxism by your dentist, if youâve woken up to jaw pain or soreness, or if a partner has told you in the morning that you were grinding your teeth all night, itâs plain: you need a night guard. A night guard is a clear retainer that fits...
Top 5 Smiles to Watch for at The Emmys
The Emmys sit apart from the cinematic awards season. They are definitely separate from the hubbub surrounding the Oscars and all the âminor-leagueâ award shows (weâre looking at you, Golden Globes đ ) that build up excitement for Hollywoodâs big night. But despite...
What If I Choose Not to Replace a Lost Tooth?
Youâve lost a permanent tooth. Losing a tooth is never a fun experience, and having a gap in your smile can be embarrassing and troublesome. If youâre thinking about either not replacing the tooth or putting it off until later, there are a few things to consider....
Should I Get Dental Sealants as an Adult?
When youâre young, your dentist keeps a close eye on your teeth: their shape, the direction in which theyâre growing, any sign of wear or tear. Thatâs because your teeth are still growing in, and are at a greater risk of damage and shifting. But what about adults? Of...
How Do I Know if I Need Root Canal Therapy?
Tooth sensitivity can put a major damper on your week. The mouth is a sensitive place, and if youâre experiencing pain when you brush or sensitivity to heat or cold, especially if youâre avoiding food because of it, stop putting off the inevitable: itâs time to...
How Do I Prevent Bleeding Gums When I Floss?
Weâve all experienced the annoyance during our nightly routine: makeup has come off, contacts removed, face is washed, teeth are brushed and flossed. You spit the toothpaste into the sink and what do you see? Pink. Bleeding gums may be common, but they donât have to...
Should I Continue In-Office Fluoride Treatments as an Adult?
It is well-known that fluoride, in the correct dose, helps strengthen the teeth, keep your smile bright and lower your risk of dental caries, or cavities, with no negative side effects to your overall health. Most of us can remember visiting the dentist as children...
Why Tooth Transplants Arenât a Better Choice Than Dental Implants
Tooth transplantation initially sounds like a great idea: take a tooth from someplace you donât need it (such as a wisdom tooth) and use it to replace a tooth lost to injury or decay. Recognizing the potential of the technique, thereâs a new center for tooth...
Scientists Confirm That Wearing a Smile Can Improve Your Mood
These days, most people accept that if you smile you will feel better. Itâs scientifically proven. Well, yes and no. Itâs been a theory for a long time, one which was supported by a classic experiment, but in 2016 17 teams trying to reproduce the results of that...
How to Tell a Crown Isnât Fitting Right
Dental crowns are among the most powerful restorative dentistry procedures. They can take a severely damaged tooth and restore it into a brand-new tooth. The tooth can look more beautiful and functional than the original. They are done when no other option exists, and...
Queer Eye Shows the Powerful Effects of a Smile Makeover
For many people who have been missing Queer Eye, the new Netflix version has been met with tredpidation. Sure, Netflix did well with its creative series, but its reality TV offerings have been lackluster. Would one of the brightest jewels in reality TV be dimmed on...
Can I Get My Dental Implants Placed Right Away?
Dental implants have many benefits, which is why people often want to upgrade from dentures. They look natural, let you chew naturally, donât fall out of place, and they can last a lifetime. With all these benefits and the long lifetime of more than 20 years, some...
Mental Health and Oral Health Are Linked
We know that oral health is linked to overall health. But itâs too easy for many people to imagine that this stops with physical health. But weâre finding that oral health may have links beyond gut health and heart health. It may be linked to your mental health as...
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