Hi. I’m Doctor Stephen and Kimberly Dankworth. Welcome to my Carlsbad dental blog! I find that many of my patients in the San Marcos CA, Escondido, and Oceanside areas get a couple of dental terms mixed up. Today, I would like to clarify the differences between plaque, calculus, and cavities. Plaque is a film that […]
Should I Worry About My Snoring?
Snoring isn’t just an annoyance. It can have significant health consequences. What is Snoring? Snoring is caused by an obstruction that restricts the flow of air in the throat. The obstruction can be caused by: Poor muscle tone in the throat and tongue—when muscles relax they can collapse into the airway. Alcohol use and sleeping […]
Do You Have The Most Common Dental Problem?
At La Costa Dental Excellence, we restore decayed teeth to create smiles that are both healthy and beautiful. Recent advances in both techniques and materials have made the impossible not only possible, but affordable for everyone in Carlsbad as well. Doctor Stephen and Kimberly Dankworth has been restoring teeth since 1988. Ongoing training is essential […]
Don’t Let Fear Of The Dentist Compromise Your Oral Health
If you have claustrophobia, you pass on cave exploration. If you have acrophobia (fear of heights), you avoid skydiving. In either case, you can live a fulfilling life without engaging in these activities. What if you have dentophobia or a fear of the dentist? (Yes, it’s a real thing with an official name.) This is […]
7 Surprising Causes Of Bad Breath
Men and women who have chronic bad breath understand the embarrassment and frustration associated with this malady. There are several possible causes, some which are often overlooked: Poor oral hygiene Digestive problems Systemic infection Bacteria on dentures Gum disease Food particles on tonsils Dry mouth At La Costa Dental Excellence, we can help you with […]
Overlapping Teeth Can Be Corrected for a Beautiful Smile
At La Costa Dental Excellence, we provide innovative lacostadentalexcellence.com/services/cosmetic-dentistry/. That means we fix all types of smile flaws. Overlapping teeth are fairly common. And while many people don’t mind a slight overlap, others feel self-conscious and would like it fixed. What causes teeth to overlap? Genetics or thumbsucking as a toddler can lead to overlapping […]
