Gum disease can be scary. At La Costa Dental Excellence in Carlsbad, we’re committed to educating and assisting patients in preventing periodontal disease, at it is formally known. If you discover you have gum disease, don’t despair. We can help. Gum Disease Symptoms Bleeding gums Swollen, tender gums Receding gums Bad breath that won’t go away […]
Let’s Make A Plan
When you are dedicated to reaching a goal, the difference between success and failure often comes down to whether or not you follow a plan. Sporadic effort is rarely effective. Do you have a goal to improve your smile? Perhaps you have not thought much about your teeth in the past but lately, have observed […]
Crooked Teeth And Cavities
Many dental patients in and around Encinitas hold the belief that orthodontists only change the look of your teeth. Consequently, they think that the only reason to find an orthodontist is if you are interested in cosmetic dentistry. The fact is that your ability to clean your teeth is enhanced when your teeth are straight […]
You Know It When You See It
You may be surprised at how many elements your cosmetic dentist takes into consideration when planning for a smile transformation. Here are a few of the most obvious fundamentals: Tooth Color: shade, brightness, uniformity Tooth alignment: straight or crooked? Tooth size and proportions: are some teeth much larger or smaller than the rest? Tooth spacing: is there […]
Solving Tough Dental Problems
Have you ever been told that your smile is beyond repair? That may not be true. At La Costa Dental Excellence we perform dental miracles every day. Here are some tough dental problems we routinely solve: Tough Problem 1: Insufficient Bone for Dental Implant As a replacement for a missing tooth, a dental implant has […]
Test Your Cosmetic Dentistry IQ
Are you up on the latest cosmetic dentistry procedures offered by your Escondido, Encinitas, or Oceanside dentist? Take our quiz and find out! 1. This popular treatment uses a dental composite that resembles enamel. This composite is applied to the surface of the teeth, sculpted, and then hardened and polished. A. Veneers B. Flossing C. […]
