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 […]
Infant And Toddler Teeth Care
Though most parents know the basics of children’s dental care, Carlsbad family dentistry practices continue to see cavities in young children. Caring for your infant’s teeth should begin even before they erupt. To prevent bacteria growth, parents can wash their baby’s gums with a wet washcloth after feedings. Babies should never be put to bed […]
Quirky Dental Facts That May Surprise You
In today’s La Costa Dental Excellence post, we share some fun facts about dentistry. Enjoy! Many dental patients are aware that before there was formal dental training and licensing, barbers often performed dental procedures. But did you know that blacksmiths also moonlighted as dentists?1 How would you like your dental visit to involve tools used […]
Top 6 Ways To Destroy A Beautiful Smile
6. Be a Builder Not a Wrecker Bacteria is constantly trying to build an empire in your mouth, give it what it wants: juice, soda, chewy candy for the small crevices and hard to reach surfaces! 5. Let Acid Rock It! Energy drinks, diet soda, red wine, coffee, tea. Great at staining and wearing away […]
Carlsbad Dental News: Poor Oral Health And Heart Disease
Attention Carlsbad dental patients: brushing twice daily may help lower your risk of heart disease. California scientists, dentists, and cardiologists have known for many years that there is a link between inflammation in the mouth (gum disease) and heart problems. However, a recent study analyzed oral health habits and heart disease risk. Science Daily reported […]
How To Avoid A Cracked Tooth In Encinitas
No Encinitas dental patient wants the pain and inconvenience of a cracked tooth, so today in the Carlsbad Dental Blog we are going to focus on how to avoid this preventable problem.