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February 19, 2021
At least once your lifetime, you’ll encounter a metallic taste in mouth. But you haven’t eaten a sandwich filled with old rusty pennies, so what can be the reason for this strange symptom? A metallic taste in mouth is a relatively common oral issue that a good number of people struggle with. Dentists often believe this problem originates due to malnutrition, though the real cause is unknown. Today, your dentist in Clairemont will explore seven known causes that can make you develop a weird metallic taste. Stick around if you’d like to know possible ways to […]
January 8, 2021
When a filling falls out, and you can’t see a dentist right away because it’s nighttime, your dentist is on vacation, or you just simply don’t know who to call, there are some measures you can take to care of your tooth while you wait for proper dental treatment. It is essential, though, to identify why your filling fell out; some reasons could be: Grinding your teeth (also known as bruxism) Chewing Decay in the area of the filling Any type of trauma to either the tooth o root The margins around the filling are worn […]
December 5, 2020
Dentist covid precautions are essential for our well-being, from continually washing our hands to brushing our teeth to avoid plaque accumulation; their tips can make our trips to the dentist much safer and comfortable. Dental offices just like ours know that their services are necessary; that is why they are still open. And continue providing treatments to their patients. But in order to stop the virus from spreading across large amounts of the population, dentist covid precautions are the key to staying safe during these times. Several dental centers maintain their doors open to patients and […]
December 3, 2020
There are different ways in which it is possible to install dental implants in a person’s mouth. There is a very well-known procedure of getting small screw-like implants inserted in the low or upper jaw. The more unconventional method consists of getting much longer implants placed in the cheekbone, also known as Zygomatic dental implants. It is a procedure designed specifically for people who don’t have enough bone structure to get the typical implant surgery, hence why they are quite unusual. Zygomatic implants consist of less invasive intervention and fewer clinic visits. Besides, patients don’t have […]
November 24, 2020
Newborns are born without teeth, but these will start to slowly come out as the baby begins to grow up and develop. They are generally known as baby teeth. Usually, they start showing at the ages of 4 and 12 months. Most babies tend to grow their two front teeth in the bottom section of their mouths. Right around the mark of six months, the child’s teeth have fully appeared or, at the very least, start showing signs of arrival. And, all their teeth should be prominent right around the ages of two to three. Dentists […]
October 16, 2020
Cosmetic dentistry enhancement can have dramatic results on your look; even the tiniest step can boost your self-esteem and confidence and make you want to smile more often. With dental technology evolving every day, cosmetic treatments and procedures can range from basic color correction to the replacement of multiple missing teeth. A smile restoration or makeover can improve the appearance of your smile through one or more cosmetic procedures. Exploring your options at our dental office can be your first step to restore your smile, especially if your teeth are discolored, worn, stained, misshaped, chipped, or […]