I want to introduce the Kavo OP 3D x-ray unit. It can scan the mouth and convert it into a 3D model, which can be viewed from all angles on a screen, or it can even be 3D printed if desired. This technology is highly accurate, and nothing is left hidden or to chance....
There has always been a discrepancy between the life expectancy of men and women. I always thought it had to do with men's genetics and physiology. I think perhaps there is a different reason. When I ask my male patients to schedule, they often tell me that they need...
May is national pet month. In April, we had just one day devoted to our fur babies, but May is dedicated to them entirely (yay). I just wanted to go over a couple of important facts about pets and health since I have always owned dogs. Please note, everything in this...
May 2nd to the 8th is drinking water week. It brings to attention the benefits of drinking water. Here are a few reasons you should put aside that sugary drink and drink more water. Water Washes Away Sugars Out of the Mouth When you eat foods, the bacteria inside your...
There are several theories regarding the cause of Autism, such as a theory that Autism has genetic or environmental links. This has led parents to seek traditional and alternative therapies for treatment. Many parents of these children have concerns regarding...
Are you drinking more wine these days to get through the pandemic? We have often heard that drinking a glass of wine is good for the heart. Now, there is some research to prove that it can also help fight plaque. Plaque is responsible for causing gum disease, decay...
“You need to go to the Dentist.” 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...
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...
Got A Teething Child? What You Can Do To Help. When a child is teething, the parents are often impacted, as well. No one wants to see their child in pain or uncomfortable. Parents are always trying to figure out how to cope and help their children through teething, a...
I hear patients quite often comment in my Scripps Ranch dental office that they received the flu shot, yet they ended up getting the flu. First, discuss your concerns with your physician and realize that I am not an expert in the field. However, I had several...
Often times patients ask me if they should extract their wisdom teeth. This is still a topic of controversy and many professionals will disagree. That is why you need to discuss your concerns with your own dentist. Below is a guideline that I use. Most wisdom teeth...
I sometimes get asked the question of how much the tooth fairy leaves children this day and age. Well since all dentist personally know the tooth fairy, I decided to ask her that very question over a cup of milk. The Tooth Fairy said that the calculation is very...
There are different methods of straightening your teeth. There are traditional braces, Invisalign, Veneers or composite bonding that come to mind. There are pros and cons to each. It is up to you and your dentist to determine which technique is best for you. Not...
Smokers have the highest risk of gum disease of all people. As a matter of fact, they are more than five times likely to get gum disease over non smokers. According to the Center for Disease Control, 41% of all smokers over the age of 65 have missing teeth while only...
I often get the question which toothbrush I recommend. My opinion is that all toothbrushes are about the same. Any toothbrush used appropriately is a good brush. Just make sure the bristles are soft or ultra-soft. The harsher brushes can rip your gums and...
“Can I refuse X-rays? On The Dr Oz Show, They Said…..” Now you have to realize that I have never watched the Dr Oz show. Yet, I find myself answering questions about what patients claim they heard on the show. I have a couple of patients saying that on the show,...