Kick off the New Year with a Professional Teeth Cleaning
It's a new year, and it's time to celebrate! There's champagne, confetti, and fireworks! But don't forget; there's more to New Year's Eve than good cheer. It's also a great time to take good care of your teeth. A professional teeth cleaning is a great way to improve your oral health for the new year. […]
Bad Habits That Can Decline Your Oral Health
Good oral health is the key to good overall health. Good oral health includes brushing and flossing your teeth regularly, visiting the dentist regularly, and eating a healthy diet. On the other hand, bad habits include nail biting, smoking, using teeth as tools, and teeth grinding. For maintaining optimal health, it is important to keep […]
Why You Should Have a Dental Cleaning Twice a Year
Teeth cleanings are an important part of your dental care routine. Cleanings help remove plaque and tartar buildup from the surface of your teeth. Professional cleaning also polishes your teeth, making them appear bright and healthy. What is Professional Teeth Cleaning? A professional cleaning, also known as scaling and root planing, is a thorough procedure […]
How Stress Affect Your Oral Health
Stress can be caused by many things, including work, money, family, and personal relationships. It can make us irritable, impatient, and anxious. When stress is prolonged, your body can begin to have physical effects, including your oral and dental health. When you don’t get enough rest, your body releases the stress hormone cortisol, which can […]
How To Take Care Of Your Teeth During Halloween
Halloween is a great time for kids, and for parents, it is a fun time as well. Halloween is also a time when kids eat a lot of sugar. This can cause cavities. However, by taking proper care of your teeth, you can help protect them from cavities. If you’ve gone trick-or-treating in the past, […]
3 Options for Replacing Missing Teeth To Avoid Shifting Teeth
Missing teeth can cause other teeth to shift. Shifting teeth can lead to a number of problems, including misalignment, bite problems, and more. In order to avoid these problems, your dentist may recommend a dental bridge, dentures, or dental implant. Dentures Full dentures are a set of artificial teeth that are used when all the […]
Why Choose a Bridge Option to Replace Missing Teeth
A bridge is an artificial tooth or set of teeth that replaces one or more missing teeth. A dentist will craft the bridge with porcelain for a natural look, bonding it to the surrounding teeth for support. The bridge is held in place by crowns placed over the support teeth and cemented into place. The […]
When Implants May Not be an Option for Replacing Missing Teeth
Many people with missing teeth choose dental implants as the gold standard to replace their smile. While most people are eligible for dental implants, there are some instances where you may need to be a better candidate. Our dentist can help you better understand if dental implants are right for you during your next visit […]
How To Prevent Stains on Dental Veneers
A veneer is a thin shell made of tooth-colored material that can be placed over a tooth to improve its color and shape. At Osuna Dental Care, the dentist must file down the tooth's enamel so the veneer can be bonded into place. Dental veneers are an increasingly popular option because they are relatively easy […]
Comparing Take Home Trays vs. In Office Teeth Whitening
Both options offer a way to whiten teeth, but there are differences when selecting the best option. Take-home trays allow you to choose how white you would like your teeth to be and how often you would like to wear them. They are easy to use, allowing you to achieve results on your own time […]