Body piercings are a common form of self-expression seen around Encinitas. At La Costa Dental Excellence we encourage our patients to enhance their smiles in the healthiest way. Today’s post is for those who currently have an oral piercing or are considering one. Unfortunately, these piercings and the jewelry they use can lead to serious problems with not […]
What Is Oil Pulling?
Today’s La Costa Dental Excellence dental post looks at oil pulling; an alternative practice that has been generating a lot of buzz around Carlsbad. Oil pulling has been a part of Indian Ayurvedic medicine for thousands of years. It is the practice of swishing oil in the mouth for up to twenty minutes to benefit […]
Starting Chemo? How Are Your Teeth?
If you are scheduled for cancer treatment, oral health may not be your first priority. However, the team at La Costa Dental Excellence in Carlsbad advises you to schedule a dental visit to prevent or minimize common cancer-related dental complications. Cancer treatment often takes a heavy toll on a healthy mouth. Common Complications of Chemotherapy […]
When Mommy Is Scared Of The Dentist
If you are dreading some upcoming dental treatment, you may want to consider oral conscious sedation. Sleep dentistry is perfectly safe and help relieve your dental anxiety. At La Costa Dental Excellence, we offer different levels of sedation and a choice of medication including oral analgesics, nitrous oxide, and IV sedation. When choosing a type […]
3 Reasons Not To Skip A Dental Checkup
Life gets busy. Sometimes it seems impossible to keep up with everything on your to-do list. At La Costa Dental Excellence, we understand that. But we urge you to think twice before you cancel or postpone a dental checkup to save a little time. Twice-yearly dental exams are indispensable for keeping your smile in ideal […]
Modern Dentistry In Carlsbad With No Oxen Hooves
At La Costa Dental Health in Carlsbad, we are committted to promoting dental health in all of our patients. One of the important habits of good dental health is daily tooth brushing with an effective toothpaste. There is a wide variety of toothpastes available. We recommend, strongly, choosing one with fluoride. Fluoride has been proven […]
