When the topic of smile emergencies comes up and our Cerritos, CA team tells you not to worry about them you may find yourself feeling puzzled. Don’t worry about it? Shouldn’t you be worried, though, if your tooth is dislodged from its usual resting place, if your tooth is broken, if you are experiencing a terrible toothache, or if you are well aware that your not-so-amazing habits have led to this moment? Well, the answer is: Yes!…And also, no! First, of course you’ll need to address your dental emergency. However, as for worrying and feeling extremely stressed, it’s not worth upsetting yourself! Learn more about what could possibly make us so calm!

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Bruxism disorder is something that can make you feel not-so-lovely in a variety of ways. You may feel disappointed to learn that your smile isn’t in exceptional health at the moment! You may feel a little alone, as well, if you think that this concern is only happening to you (spoiler alert: it isn’t!). Then, there’s the fact that your teeth might not be feeling very good these days on account of the excessive friction and the pressure that comes with bruxism. Now, ready for some good news from our Cerritos, CA team? We can help you feel better in so many ways by providing not only answers and information but also the bruxism treatment you need! Do yourself a favor and schedule a visit soon.

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When patients require dental surgery, there are often some self-imposed obstacles that keep them from receiving essential care! While you may find this somewhat shocking at first glance, you may also find that you’ve been overlooking some of your very own roadblocks! Let’s discuss some details, so you realize that when your smile requires a surgical procedure with our Cerritos, CA team, the best thing to do is to come on in and rescue your smile!

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It doesn’t matter if you have lost just one tooth or multiple teeth or if you’re currently looking to replace all of your teeth. What matters is that you are dealing with a situation that can feel stressful, that offers you what may feel like an overwhelming number of solutions, and that you are probably well aware is essential for your oral health protection. Unfortunately, though you may recognize the time to make a decision is very soon, you may feel that you’re trapped in a world of indecision. Which way to turn, which treatment to select, and what next, you wonder? Our Cerritos, CA team reminds you that we can help you simplify the process, so it’s an enjoyable one!

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You will hear this from our Cerritos, CA team quite frequently! When you have a problem with your oral health, of course, there are so many paths you might take in terms of your response. However, the path we always suggest you take is allowing us to repair it. Before you make any assumptions about what’s happening, what you might require, how serious it may be, and more, you should hand your concerns over to us by coming in. It sounds easy … because it is!

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One day you’re just going about your business and your breath is the last thing on your mind. The next, you realize your breath is a little yucky. Then, you find yourself dealing with a case of full-fledged bad breath (which we also refer to as halitosis) that you cannot seem to shake. You rinse, you brush, you floss, you even give up all of the smelly but oh-so-delicious foods you think may be the cause. What to do next, you ask our Cerritos, CA team? Not to worry: We have answers and can help you.

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Maybe you have recently moved and you need to find great dental care or a trusted oral surgeon in Cerritos, CA. Perhaps you have lived in the area, but are ready to look at options. Whatever the reason, when the time comes to find a name, it can be daunting. There are lots of things to consider, and it can seem overwhelming to begin to investigate, much less make a decision. We want every new patient to feel welcome, as they begin or continue their journey towards a comfortable and healthy smile. (more…)

Sometimes, wisdom teeth removal is something that you have the luxury of thinking about and considering for a while. In other cases, you start to recognize some serious signs that the time for extractions is now. Not sure where you fall within this spectrum but if your third molars should be removed soon, you realize you should probably come in as soon as you can to learn more and to schedule your treatment? Consider some particulars on which our Cerritos, CA team would like for you to reflect!

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One day, the lump or bump isn’t there. The next, you feel it with your tongue, you hit it with your toothbrush, or you see it in the mirror. Whatever it looks or feels like, no matter the size, and regardless of what you think may be happening, our Cerritos, CA team has some very easy steps for you to take that will allow you to feel calm, reassured, and that will even let you feel certain you are headed directly toward a solution without anything to worry about. Adhere to our dental care suggestions and you can remember that we are here to help and everything is going to be fine!

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You might love the idea of replacing your older dental crowns (possibly metal crowns) with new ceramic crowns! However, that may be as far as the thought goes until you realize you’re not sure if it’s a good idea to do so. You may even wonder whether we will be on board with this plan. Of course, our Cerritos, CA team thinks it’s a fantastic idea to replace older restorations with those composed of new, lifelike materials. If you’re itching for some compelling reasons to follow through and trust your instincts, we are happy to help.#1:

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