Get A Better Night’s Sleep

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Sleep disorders affect many Americans, and often these instances progress without a diagnosis for years or even decades. Some of these affect our jaw in ways that you might not even think. Issues such as snoring might be a symptom of the larger concern of sleep apnea. This is the momentary pause of breath while unconscious, due to an obstruction in the airway. This can lead to serious health concerns such as an elevated blood pressure. Moreover, apnea can play a role in heart attacks and strokes, so don’t ignore this risk!

Other patients develop issues through the grinding and gnashing of teeth. This concern is known as bruxism, and it can lead to serious consequences in the quality of your smile. Your issue may lead to wear upon the enamel, or your chewing surface. Not only can this become unappealing, it also can lead to infection and pain. Today, your Cerritos, CA dentist talks about the two most common concerns affecting your oral health at night, and how a custom-fitted mouthguard may be able to help you!

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We Want To Know Your Goals!

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Glasses Cerritos CA

Cosmetic dentistry is a topic that may feel a little embarrassing for some. We have been conditioned to believe that the term refers to unnecessary procedures, rather than a serious health benefit. Patients might also be less likely to discuss the subject, either with their peers or even with trusted health professionals!

But it is important to maintain an open line of communication with your dental health care providers. By setting bold, yet achievable goals, you can take back control of your smile. Beyond that, many people have multiple concerns that they are looking to address. Today, your Cerritos, CA dentist invites you to open up about your desires for your smile future. It can make all the difference!

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Sick? Keep Your Oral Health In Mind

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Sick Cerritos CA

It’s beginning to be the time of the year where viruses like the flu and the common cold start popping up left and right. If you have children or are around people for your career, it may seem nearly impossible to avoid the sniffles from time to time. We know that this can have serious consequences on our time and money, as you are laid out for a few days, or maybe even a week.

But it also may become particularly difficult to bring yourself to maintain your normal oral health routines while you are under the weather. After all, you’re trying to rest and it might not feel the best to pull yourself out of bed. While your immune system is busy with other things, your mouth may be more vulnerable than usual. Today, your Cerritos, CA dentist stresses the importance and benefits of maintaining strict control of your oral health, even when battling a common winter virus!

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Free Yourself From Agonizing Sensitivity

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Sense Cerritos CA

Few things in the world cause as much daily disruption as a toothache. Even if you aren’t struggling with a constant source of pain, a routine feeling of discomfort can derail activities that are normally effortless. This can be as a result of numerous different causes, so it is vital to have as much information as possible to give to your trained oral health professional. Knowing the cause is key to saving you time and restoring your mouth and eliminating pain.

Since sensitivity can occur due to a wide number of differing sources, it is important in knowing what to specifically target. A common source of these sensations is the wear and damage to the strong surface of our teeth, known as the enamel. This alone can be caused by many activities, from grinding to overuse of harsh whitening procedures. Infection within the structure can also lead to immense pain that should be treated immediately. Today, your Cerritos, CA dentist expresses the importance of identification of your tooth discomfort symptoms. As well, we will go over some things that may be helpful to bring in with you to the office!

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Tracking Molar Growth In A Teen Mouth

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Teens Cerritos CA

If you are an adolescent, then you know that this time in your life can be rather hectic. In addition to school and other extracurricular activities, it is a period when you are learning socially. For this reason, often teens and young adults may not monitor their oral health as intensely as they should.

One prime example of this is through the development of your third molars, also known commonly as wisdom teeth. These are your last set of dental structures and they can cause issues for a variety of reasons. We have outgrown their need through evolution, and as our mouths have become smaller, they do not often fit within the jaw structure of contemporary humans. What this means is that they routinely overcrowd your existing smile. Or if they grow too far back on your oral ridge, these structures can interfere with your ability to properly chew and close your mouth. Today, your Cerritos, Ca dentist stresses the need for regular visits to the office during this period. Identification and imagery can help you avoid harmful damage before it has a chance to occur!

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The Right Approach Can Lead To Stunning Results

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Camp Cerritos CA

Dentistry is a very unique field of medicine, and one that encompasses both health and beauty simultaneously. For this reason, it is very important to have complete trust and faith in your trained oral health providers. It is also very helpful to feel comfortable in discussing both your concerns and your goals with them. This allows everyone involved to have as much information and so that your dentist can explain to you what is attainable. You might be surprised at the ways we can improve your smile!

For those patients who are looking to improve the quality of their smile’s appearance, without sacrificing any aspect of their smile’s strength and functionality. We understand that mentality and wish to ensure you that our highest priority at any point in time is the future of your oral health. Today, your Cerritos, CA dentist highlights some ways we can reach your cosmetic goal, while maintaining health and vigor!

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Implant Technology Can Restore Your Smile

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There are endless ways that someone might lose a tooth. This situation might arise as a result of physical trauma, such as a car accident or an errant trip on the stairs. No matter how well you attend to your oral health, sometimes things are out of your control. The most important thing is that you take the necessary steps in keeping your smile staying strong and beautiful.

Our oral hygiene can lead to other situations where bacteria and fungal infection can require the extraction of a tooth. Infection can creep in through cracks or breaks, or as a result of periodontal disease. When you require an extraction, you have the option of a tested and health-positive method. Today, your Cerritos, CA dentist shows you some of the ways that a dental implant can be a great investment in your oral health future.

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Make An Essential Change For Your Gum Health

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One of the most common issues that faces our oral health is the progression of what is known as periodontal disease. This is the infection and related inflammation that affects the gum tissue. This material is more important than most people realize, and it also does not regrow in the same fashion that many other parts of our body do. It simply operates differently than say, your skin does.

This tissue is also incredibly important at maintaining a safe and secure smile. Our gums act as a shield or a barrier between the dangers of the outside world and the complicated network of nerves, bone, and blood vessels that connect our dental matter to our jaw. Without this, the structures throughout the mouth are more susceptible to infection. This can lead to a root canal surgery or even an extraction. Bacteria can also grow into the jaw, leading to a loss of bone matter. Today, your Cerritos, CA dentist stresses the importance of regular gum maintenance, and what to do if they begin to recede!

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Reliable Ways To Make Your Smile Pop

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People can be incredibly self-conscious about their appearance. When this is coupled with the need for a functional and sturdy mouth, it can be difficult on your own to maintain. It’s sort of like owning a nice pickup truck, you want to use it for its intended use, but struggle to keep it clean. So from time to time, routine maintenance is required to keep your biological machinery operating as well as possible.

Our smiles are also one of the first things that people see during first impressions. We need to maintain a healthy appearance for our career and social goals, even beyond eating and speaking. Thankfully, we have tested methods to improve the look of your mouth, while enhancing its stability and strength. Today, your Cerritos, CA dentist explains just some of the ways that we can bring added structure to your smile while giving you an effortless style and grace!

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Proven Ways In Treating Your Oral Infection

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One of the largest risks to our smile is the continuous battle against bacterial invasion. This can take place in the different tissue types of the mouth, and can be a serious liability to your smile. Tooth decay can lead to an exposed root, risking the need for a root canal surgery procedure or even an extraction.

When your gum tissue is affected by this condition, they may recede or pull back from their normal location on your gumline. This exposes the vulnerable structures underneath the tooth, and can lead to a deeper infection that may require surgery. Sometimes this becomes deep enough that it takes hold in the bone of the jaw, which may need a bone graft to correct. Today, your Cerritos, CA dentist explains how important it can be to remove a potential oral infection as soon as possible. Preventive care can be vital in helping you keep as much of your smile intact for years to come!

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filed under: Gum Disease