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Sweetie Tooth!

There are a few definite, known things about Valentine’s Day. Everyone knows that Valentine’s Day is a day of love, that we are supposed to shower our loved ones in displays of affection, and that we are usually eat an unhealthy amount of chocolate. Some revel in the glory of love while others claim […]

What Are Your 2021 Resolutions?

What do you resolve to do in 2021? As usual, the beginning of every new year brings resolutions front and center. Let’s not focus too much about 2020 and look to the positive. Year of friendship? Year of health? Year of happiness? While some of these resolutions fall away, one resolution which we always keep […]

Tips to Keep Your Mouth Happy (and Healthy) This Holiday Season

Keep Your Holiday Season Happy AND Healthy The holiday season is here and while a bit different this year, being happy and healthy does not get old. While the winter holidays are all about sweet treats and tempting goodies, that doesn’t mean that you have to end up at the dentist with cavities in […]

Happy Thanksgiving!

Thanksgiving is a Time of Togetherness and Gratitude. ~Nigel Hamilton Amidst all the turbulence, it’s good to have a reminder of the basics. For many of us, the Thanksgiving means turkey dinners, pumpkin pie, football games, parades, family, friends, or the beginning of Christmas holidays. In the United States, Thanksgiving Day is a national holiday […]

Halloween Candy – Trick or Treat?!

Dental Tips for Halloween! Halloween itself is usually a blast! We know that most children’s Halloween dreams – getting lots (and LOTS) of candy – can be a parent’s worst nightmare the following days to weeks! But don’t let Halloween scare you. Pediatric dental experts say Halloween can be a time to teach […]

Why Do We Have A Smile Lab?

Well, Smiling is Good For You! Trillions of dollars are spend every year in the US alone to boost health. But what if you could improve your health for free? One of the easiest and cheapest ways to boost your health is to smile. But smiling goes beyond just good health. Smiling can […]

San Diego’s Expert in Dental Implants

Dental implants change the way people live. They are designed to provide a foundation for replacement teeth that look, feel, and function like natural teeth. Statistics show that 69% of adults ages 35 to 44 have lost at least one permanent tooth to an accident, gum disease, a failed root canal, or tooth decay. Furthermore, […]

The Unofficial End of Summer – Happy Labor Day!

Happy Labor Day! Labor Day, observed the first Monday of September, is a holiday devoted to the celebrating the social and economic achievements of the American working community. The purpose of the holiday is to honor our country’s workers and their contributions to the strength and well-being of our country. While this year has been […]

Do Dental Implants Last Forever?

Advances in dental science have led to dental implants becoming the best treatment option for patients who have lost one or more teeth. Whether teeth have been lost to accident, gum disease, or decay, fixed bridges or removable dentures are no longer the only (or best) solutions to restore your smile. When surgically placed […]

The One Sunscreen Tip You’re Probably Skipping

Summer = Sun Are You Protecting All of Your Skin? Ahhhhh! The peak of summertime! Those long summer days mean time outdoors; and as everyone knows, time outdoors means time for sunscreen. But are you forgetting something? Hint: It’s not your back! Many sunscreen users don’t protect their lips. And the forecast isn’t […]

Root Canal vs. Dental Implant – Is One Better Than the Other?

Root Canal vs. Implant… Which Option Would You Choose? And “Neither” is NOT a Choice! So. You have an infected tooth. Your dentist gives you two treatment options: a root canal or a dental implant. Which do you choose? Chances are, you’re not exactly thrilled with either choice. Not sure how to choose […]

Happy 4th of July!

Celebrating Independence! While 2020 has certainly held challenges, resilience is no doubt a trait of the USA. A Federal holiday since 1941, with the tradition beginning long before, most Americans mark Independence Day with parades and elaborate fireworks displays, picnics, and barbecues. C-19 will dictate some different behaviors, but some things will stay the same. […]