At La Costa Dental Excellence, Doctor Stephen and Kimberly Dankworth is often asked how to select the most basic tool of oral hygiene, the toothbrush. Picking a toothbrush can be as challenging as choosing a paint color, and there seems to be just as many choices. If you have visited the dental section of your […]
Bad Breath Treatment at La Costa Dental Excellence
Do you suspect that you have bad breath? I’m Stephen and Kimberly Dankworth of La Costa Dental Excellence, a full-service dental office in Carlsbad, California. I help our dental patients diagnose and overcome this unpleasant, irritating, and potentially embarrassing condition. Masking Symptoms is Not a Cure Bad breath (halitosis) can occur when bacteria grows in […]
How Does Your Overall Health Affect Your Smile?
Hi! I’m Doctor Stephen and Kimberly Dankworth, DDS. Most every day, I can be found at my Carlsbad dental practice treating dental patients with tooth and gum problems or helping patients prevent them. There are many common medical conditions that pose a risk to oral health. 1) Carlsbad diabetes patients with high blood glucose often […]
A Ginormous Cavity?
When Doctor Stephen and Kimberly Dankworth of La Costa Dental Excellence in Carlsbad repair a tooth that has decay or damage, the procedure chosen often depends on the location of the problem. We’re talking tooth-specific locale here. If there is a chip, crack, or tooth decay on the biting surface of a tooth, an onlay […]
Can Seniors Get Teeth Whitening Procedures?
There are a few different types of teeth whitening procedures that are available for seniors. One option is to use an at-home teeth whitening kit, which can be purchased from a drugstore or online. This type of kit usually involves using a bleaching agent that is applied to the teeth with a brush. Another option […]
How Often do I Need a Dental Checkup?
When is the last time you had a dental checkup? Most men and women need a dental check-up every six months. If you have an increased risk for oral diseases, we advise you to receive an examination every four months. Welcome to La Costa Dental Excellence Stephen and Kimberly Dankworth, DDS, of La Costa Dental Excellence […]
