Keep These Simple Emergency Rules In Mind

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Mouth Cerritos CA

This time of year, there is a higher likelihood of a dental emergency. We are more anxious due to the stress of the season, which can often include travel. Vacation itself can lead to an elevated risk of a broken or displaced tooth. We are on edge and in areas where we are less familiar. No matter how well we think we handle the holidays, the risks are there.

So for that reason, it is important to know some guidelines for handling these sorts of situations. Whether it be a fender bender in the shopping mall parking lot that knocks a tooth loose or the rowdy uncle has had one glass of punch too many, these instances do occur. It can be very helpful to keep these rules in the back of your head so that they come innately in times of crisis. Today, your Cerritos, CA dentist notes some of the common pitfalls that patients make when faced with a dental emergency. Don’t go into this surprise unarmed!

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Give Yourself The Gift Of A Great Smile!

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Hat Cerritos CA

This time of year, we focus on others. It is a beautiful season that gives us the opportunity to show our loved ones how much they mean to us. But in that, we may sometimes let ourselves take a step back as a priority. But now may be the perfect time for you to invest in your smile’s future! No matter what your next step is in your oral health path, a holiday refresh can help you to look and feel your best.

So before you meet your friends and family for your holiday gatherings, stop in for a smile consultation. We can set distinct and attainable goals for the future of your oral health, and then plan your pathway to a beautiful new cosmetic improvement. Today, your Cerritos, CA dentist explains some fantastic ways to treat yourself while you’re in the giving mood. We’re here for you in the most beautiful smile possible, while strengthening your health!

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New Stability For Your Jaw

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Nerd Cerritos CA

Grafting is a fascinating process in which biological material can take hold and thrive within your mouth. Oral surgeons use this form of procedure regularly within the dental profession, in multiple kinds of tissue. Primarily, this builds up areas where your natural biological material is lacking, due to infection or a process known as reabsorption. This is where the body recovers resources from a part of the area it feels is not healthy enough to continue to maintain.

In the bone of the jaw, this procedure can help in a few different ways. If there has been an infection, there might be areas where this tissue is not dense enough to be able to withstand daily use in chewing and speaking. This can lead to structural issues, so rebuilding the jaw is necessary. Also, if you are looking into the possibility of a dental implant, you may need a bone graft to create a stable enough foundation for use. Today, your Cerritos, CA dentist outlines the process of bone grafting, as well as shows how it can be an effective tool at giving you a strong and lasting smile!

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Regain Your Confidence In A Strong Smile!

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Strong Cerritos CA

One of the most frustrating aspects of oral health concerns is its instability. When you have trouble within your mouth, it might seem that each bite is a possibility for disaster. And if you are favoring one side of the mouth, it may lead to extra wear in that area. Like with a set of tires, an imbalance can cause as much or even more damage than the initial concern!

If you are struggling with this feeling, it is important to speak with a trained oral health care professional. This way, you can get a set of experienced eyes on your specific situation in order to determine the best course of action. Regardless of the cause of your issue, allowing your problem to go unattended can lead to further damage and weakness. Today, your Cerritos, CA dentist introduces you to just some of the ways that we can rebuild your dental structure to ensure that your mouth is as strong as possible!

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Find Health Security In A Gum Restoration

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Florist Cerritos CA

One of the most common problems that are affecting American mouths is the infection and inflammation of our gum tissue. This condition is known as periodontal disease, and it is found in at least 47% of adult mouths in this country over the age of thirty. It begins as gingivitis, which may show as redness or swelling at the site. If you begin to notice this, speak with your oral health provider about ways to keep your smile looking and feeling great.

But for many people, gum recession has already set in. Many people are unaware that this does not readily regrow, so home remedies may only do so much good. For this reason, it is vital that you take this concern to a professional rather than rely on what you may be able to do at home. Today, your Cerritos, CA dentist shows you how we can help to stop the progression of your periodontal disease. Not only that, but what procedures are available to you to refresh your gumline and give you the strongest and safest smile possible!

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Great Ways To Invest In Your Smile

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Mustard Cerritos CA

In dentistry, the best approaches include proper planning and information. Appropriate knowledge can allow for the restoration and improvement of your smile not only in the immediate, but with the longer term goals in mind. By taking the time to consider the appropriate path forward for your oral health, we can help you look and feel your best.

For this reason, quality care can help you to make advances in both the cosmetic and medical arenas. Keeping an open line of communication with your oral health care provider can allow you to feel safe in reaching your smile goals. Today, your Cerritos, CA dentist explains how planning for the future can help you to efficiently improve the quality of your smile!

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Get A Better Night’s Sleep

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Sleep Cerritos CA

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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