Do you ever wonder if using mouthwash can really help your oral care? Would a mint be enough to combat your bad breath? If you’ve ever wondered if you should add mouthwash to your oral routine, we’re happy to give you a few answers. As you’ve probably guessed, mouthwash can do several things for your smile. For instance, some mouthwashes... read more »
Are you in need of a dental crown in Fremont, California? Before your first appointment, we encourage you to research in advance how to care for your new crown so that you’re prepared. Whether you have a temporary or permanent crown, you need to handle it with care. - Avoid hard, sticky food: Your dentist may begin with a temporary... read more »
If you have recently had a dental filling procedure done, and are experiencing unusual tooth sensitivity, rest assured that this is quite common. Normally it will resolve itself within a few weeks. You may mostly notice temporary pain whenever you eat or drink hot/cold foods or beverages, or even when you breathe in cold air. It may also temporarily hurt... read more »
If you find yourself being active during the warm spring and summer months, it’s important to think of your smile. There are many activities in the world today that threaten your oral health. So, if you participate in any of the following sports, your dentist, Dr. Ron Hernandez, recommends protecting your pearly whites with a mouthguard: Bicycling While you are... read more »
Fever blisters, also known as cold sores, show up on your mouth and crust over, letting you know they are on the way beforehand by tingling or burning before they pop up. These oral lesions are caused by the herpes simplex virus (HSV-1 or HSV-2) and are highly contagious. Although these blisters disappear without treatment after 2-4 weeks, the HSV... read more »
Did you know that there are treatments available in the world today that can help you with your tooth sensitivity? Well, it’s true! Depending on the cause of the sensitivity, there is a perfect treatment available for you. Some treatments include: · Desensitizing toothpaste: Desensitizing toothpaste contains a compound that covers the pathways to your tooth nerve and blocks any... read more »
There are several potential causes for chronic dry mouth. Recognizing the source will help you deal with the problem. This is especially important because a reduction in saliva can cause chronic bad breath and greatly increases your chances of developing tooth decay. Dry mouth is a common side effect of many different medications. If you suspect your dry mouth issue... read more »
Brushing and flossing your teeth twice per day is a critical first step to help prevent problems with tooth decay and gum disease. Your routine dental checkup, is a critical factor in maintaining that good oral health for the long term. This is twice a year procedure is designed to clean your teeth, remove tartar, detect tooth decay, as well... read more »
A whiter, brighter smile is within reach for most people in this modern age. It is perhaps one of the simplest improvements available for people who want to change their smile, along with faithful brushing and flossing every single day. There are multiple reasons why your teeth may be darkening: Age With time, tooth enamel gets thinner, exposing the yellowish... read more »
Dental implants have been growing in popularity as a safe and effective solution for replacing a lost tooth. When implants first appeared on the scene they were used to replace a single lost tooth. Over the years technology and procedures continued to expand. So that now they can be used to help anchor a bridge, or provide anchor points for... read more »