Keeping your teeth and mouth clean with regular brushing and flossing is essential to good dental health. That’s why we urge all of our patients at La Costa Dental Excellence in Carlsbad to schedule cleanings and checkups every six months. When one of our hygienists cleans your teeth, the aim is to remove plaque, tarter…
Dental Health
What Have We Done For You Lately? Oral Health in Carlsbad
At La Costa Dental Excellence, everything we do is for the welfare of our patients. We are dedicated to delivering quality, compassionate dental care tailored to each patient’s unique needs. We know that optimum oral health is an important element of complete physical health and that dentists do more that just drill and fill” Like…
Into The Thick Of It, The Skinny On Toothpaste
Welcome to our blog! Today’s post answers some common questions about toothpaste. Why does toothpaste seem gritty? The abrasive nature of toothpaste is to aid in removing dental plaque and food from the surface of the teeth. Forceful brushing becomes unnecessary for general dentistry patients when the abrasives in the toothpaste can snag the mouth’s…
Bright And Healthy Smiles
No one disputes the fact that bright and healthy smiles are more attractive. Everybody likes to see a gorgeous smile, and having beautiful teeth is also healthy for your self esteem. Glad to Meet You We are Dr. Stephen and Dr. Kimberly Dankworth, DDS. We serve the Carlsbad community with dental services including cosmetic dentistry.…
Tooth Knocked Out? Call 760-268-9582 ASAP!
It may sound like a catastrophe to many people, but having a tooth knocked out doesn’t always mean you’ll need cosmetic dentistry to repair your smile. If you can keep a cool head and remember a few simple instructions, chances are your tooth can be salvaged. The essential thing for Carlsbad dental patients to do…
Soft, Medium, Or Buzz Lightyear?
At La Costa Dental Excellence, we’re often asked how to choose the most basic tool of oral hygiene, the toothbrush. Picking a toothbrush can be as difficult as choosing a paint color, and there seems to be just as many choices. If you have visited the dental section of your local grocery store or drug…
Find A Few Minutes To Floss
One common excuse often given by people who don’t floss is that the practice is difficult to fit into their daily schedule. If you’ve found this to be true, and feel like you are too busy to floss, here are some suggestions for when to fit this vital dental health habit into your day. The…
Is Mouthwash A Must?
Wondering if you should use mouthwash? With proper brushing and flossing, mouthwash helps keep your smile healthy. Remember to schedule regular appointments at La Costa Dental Excellence in Carlsbad.
Filtered Carlsbad Water And Oral Health
Make sure your water filter is approved by the American Dental Association. La Costa Dental Excellence offers cosmetic and general care to the Carlsbad area. Check your water bottle label to see if fluoride has been removed. Get regular checkups!
What To Do In Case Of A Dental Emergency
Many Carlsbad residents will experience at least one tooth emergency in their life. You could break a tooth playing a sport, accidentally dislodge a crown, experience sudden pain caused by an abscess or break a wire on your braces. In the case of a dental emergency, it is vital to call us as soon as…
