Are you thinking of trading your traditional dentures for implant-stabilized dentures? At La Costa Dental Excellence, we know how inconvenient traditional dentures can be. Implant-retained or implant-stabilized dentures both provide various merits over standard dentures. Secure in the mouth—no slipping Provides up to 100% natural chewing function Upper denture doesn’t cover as much of the […]
There Is Hope For Denture Wearers
At La Costa Dental Excellence, we know that the condition of your teeth can have a significant impact on your quality of life. Denture wearers understand this all too well. The path from dental health to a toothless mouth is downhill. Tooth decay and gum disease are painful. Treatment such as fillings and root canals […]
Getting a Dental Implant May Not Take as Long as You Think
Think you don’t have time to transform your smile? It may not take as long as you think. How many visits does it take to get dental implants? Each patient is different. But in most cases, complete implant procedures take fewer visits than they used to. The team at La Costa Dental Excellence can restore […]
Implants Prevent Denture-Related Health Problems
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, 25% of adults over 65 have no original teeth. Many men and women with missing teeth or no teeth at all choose dentures. This is understandable. It’s difficult to eat and speak with no teeth in the mouth. And a toothless mouth is not an attractive […]
Carlsbad Wants Silver Screen Smiles
With the constant media coverage of celebrities, many Carlsbad dental patients are interested in having a smile like the stars. With an experienced dentist and the right smile makeover procedures, anyone can have a smile they want to show off. Lighten Your Smile Many smile makeovers include teeth whitening. There are a variety of ways […]
Why Visit Your Dentist?
In today’s post, we share a personal story from a patient: For many years, I didn’t have ‘go to the dentist’ at the top of my to-do list. But all that has changed. I now consider visits a crucial part of my personal health plan. Here’s why… Teeth won’t stay healthy without scheduled dental visits. […]