It’s no secret that Americans love their dogs. Last year alone we spent about 300 billion dollars on toys, care, and grooming for our canine friends. More important than the latest chew toy or orthopedic bed for our arthritic dog, however, is something many dog owners...
Smiles are important to us. It’s one of the first things others notice, it shows while we share are opinions, speak with friends, or express joy. It makes sense that we would want these to be perfect, and porcelain veneers can help. Porcelain veneers are thin facades...
We can’t help it, we all want a beautiful, opalescent grin. And with cosmetic dentistry that has become both effective and affordable, who can blame us? More important, however, and not mutually exclusive, is having a healthy smile. When considering that complications...
Gum disease is a serious threat to your oral and overall health. Not only is is the leading cause of tooth loss among American adults, it can also increase your risk for many systemic health problems, such as heart disease, dementia, stroke, and cancer. To try to...
If you have lost one or more teeth, dental implants can replace them and it’ll be almost as if you never lost them. The implants will look natural, work natural, and will always stay firmly in your mouth. Everyone should take advantage of these great tooth replacement...
One of the most common forms of tooth injury is a minor tooth chip. A tooth chip is typically a small piece of tooth enamel that breaks off. It can create a sharp edge on your tooth and may make your tooth vulnerable to future damage, wear, or decay. But the most...
We can do some amazing things with restorative dentistry these days. But we know that our patients are happier when they don’t have to do restorative dentistry. And making our patients happy is what we’re all about at Oasis Dental Arts. That’s why we’re happy to offer...
Americans are very concerned about the whiteness of their teeth. Retailers, trying to capitalize on the desire for whiter teeth, are stocking teeth whitening products wherever they can. You can get teeth whiteners at the drugstore, the grocery store, even the...
There are few occasions in life where we’re going to be the subject of more pictures than our wedding. And these are pictures that you and others will regularly look back on to enjoy the memories. Whether you’re the bride, the maid of honor, a bridesmaid, or the...
At Oasis Dental Arts, we pride ourselves on many aspects of the dental care we deliver. We have a soothing, spa-like environment that helps patients enjoy a better experience. We deliver very attractive and very durable restorative and cosmetic dentistry results. And...
In the summer, many families take advantage of the opportunity to travel the country and see the great sights our nation has to offer. And for about 4 million Americans a year, one of those sights is Yellowstone, America’s first National Park. Yellowstone is known for...
It’s an unfortunate fact of life that teeth get stained. We’re not talking temporary. Our teeth, as much as we like to pretend otherwise, aren’t invincible. Certain foods can--and will--start to change the color of our teeth, leading to a dimmer smile, unsightly...
By now, many of you may have heard the news: according to the associated press, flossing hasn’t actually been scientifically proven to help prevent tooth decay. Don’t throw out your floss just yet, though-- the story is more complicated than it seems! Do We Really...
One of our central values at Oasis Dental Arts is that we want to have good relationships with our patients. Scripps Ranch dentist Dr. Ramin Goshtasbi (you can call him “Dr. G”) makes this a central focus of our practice. Why is this so important? Because having a...
There are many approaches to cosmetic dentistry that we can use to help you achieve your ideal smile. All of them have their uses, but none of them are as versatile as porcelain veneers. Porcelain veneers have the power to address almost any cosmetic complaint you may...
Researchers in Italy have discovered what they think are the oldest known examples of dental fillings. When these fillings were placed 13,000 years ago, people didn’t have much ability to synthesize filling materials, so they had to go with what was handy. Although...
Is there any real evidence that supports the benefit of oil pulling? There has been a bit of buzz amongst my patients regarding oil pulling. Oil pulling is the use of natural oils such as coconut oil, or sesame oil as a mouth wash. I get asked several times a month...
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...