Maintaining clean teeth throughout the day is essential for oral hygiene, social courtesy, and overall confidence. However, the demands of a busy workday can sometimes make it challenging to prioritize dental care. Here are some practical tips to help you keep your teeth clean and maintain optimal oral health while at work in your local […]
How Does Your Overall Health Affect Your Smile?
Hi! I’m Drs. Stephen and Kimberly Dankworth, DDS. Most every day, I can be found at my Oceanside dental practice treating dental patients with tooth and gum problems or helping patients prevent them. There are many common medical conditions that pose a risk to oral health. 1) Oceanside diabetes patients with high blood glucose often […]
4 Reason To Look For The ADA Seal
When you go to your drugstore or supermarket looking for toothpaste, mouthwash, teeth whitener, or another oral care product, be sure that the product you select lists the American Dental Association Seal of Acceptance. Today, we look at 4 ways the ADA seal can help you make good oral care choices for you and your […]
Signs Of Oral Cancer: What Not To Ignore
Today’s article focuses on a very serious issue—oral (oropharyngeal) cancers. The medical community identifies oral cancers as a subset of head and neck cancers. Oral cancers can develop in the following locations: The tongue The roof of the mouth and under the tongue The inside of the cheeks The oropharynx (the part behind the soft […]
Your Dentist Provides Comprehensive Oral Care
How does your dentist help you stay healthy? Most people know that they can go to their dentist if they chip a tooth or have a toothache. Because of this, they may not realize how many other health issues your dentist can help you with. A full-service dental practice provides comprehensive oral health care. Bad […]
Great Reasons to Floss Your Teeth
Flossing is a bit of a chore. It takes a little extra time, and if you haven’t flossed in a while, it can even be painful. It’s no wonder our team at Oceanside Dental Excellence is constantly reminding our patients to ‘brush and floss!’ Flossing is essential, You’ll never hear one of us say ‘don’t […]
