Wisdom teeth, also called third molars, typically erupt between the ages of 17 and 25. For most people, wisdom tooth extraction surgery is necessary, either because the teeth are impacted, or because there is not enough room in the mouth to accommodate them. If you are scheduled to have wisdom teeth removed, you probably have […]
Isn’t a Dental Bridge as Good as an Implant for a Knocked-out Tooth?
At La Costa Dental Excellence, we treat dental emergencies such as a knocked-out tooth. Patients who have suffered an injury that either knocks out a tooth or severely damages the tooth have a couple of options for tooth replacement. In today’s post, we will discuss a tooth replacement option common in […]
Go Back In Time with Dental Implants
So you’ve lost some teeth and now are reluctant to smile because of the gaps. If only you could go back in time and regain that full-toothed smile you once had. Guess what? With dental implants, you can! For most patients, a tooth implant is the optimal replacement for both the root and crown of […]
4 Smile Boosters
Hi, my name is Doctor Stephen and Kimberly Dankworth. My dental practice, La Costa Dental Excellence, has been serving the Carlsbad, California area since 1988. Today in my San Marcos dental blog, I would like to highlight four ways you can improve your smile. 1. Teeth Whitening is quick and non-invasive. External tooth whitening occurs […]
Things You Need to Know Before Going for Dental Implant Surgery
Dental implant surgery is a common solution for patients who are looking to replace missing teeth. This procedure involves the surgical placement of an artificial tooth root into the jawbone, which then anchors a replacement tooth or bridge. While dental implant surgery has a high success rate, there are a few things that patients should […]
When it Comes to Your Smile, Don’t Settle For Less
Don’t Settle for a Smile You Aren’t Happy With No one likes to settle for less than the best, especially with something as important as your smile. Stephen and Kimberly Dankworth DDS at La Costa Dental Excellence in Carlsbad have the solutions for your smile problems. Fixing Small Chips and Cracks Can Work Wonders You […]
