If you have tooth sensitivity or pain when you chew with your back teeth, the surfaces may be damaged. One option for restoration is the use of an inlay or onlay made of metal, composite resin, or porcelain. Inlays are very strong and shaped to precisely fit a hole in a damaged tooth. The choice […]
Find A Few Minutes To Floss in Oceanside, CA
One common excuse often given by people who don’t floss is that the practice is difficult to fit into their daily schedule. If you’ve found this to be true, and feel like you are too busy to floss, here are some suggestions for when to fit this vital dental health habit into your day. The […]
You Be The Judge
If you are researching smile transformations, you have probably heard claims that cosmetic dentistry can provide you with a ‘perfect smile’ or a ‘celebrity smile.’ Are these superlatives simply exaggerations? We invite you to judge for yourself. Call 760-439-3400 to schedule a no-pressure smile makeover consultation with Drs. Dankworth of Oceanside Dental Excellence. You can […]
Getting a Dental Implant in Oceanside CA May Not Take as Long as You Think
Think you don’t have time to beautify your smile? It may not take as long as you think. How many visits does it take to get dental implants? Each patient is different. But in most cases, complete implant procedures take fewer visits than they used to. The team at Oceanside Dental Excellence can restore missing […]
Overlapping Teeth Can Be Corrected for a Beautiful Smile
At Oceanside Dental Excellence, we provide advanced cosmetic dentistry. That means we repair all types of smile flaws. Overlapping teeth are fairly common. And while many men and women don’t mind a slight overlap, others feel self-conscious and would like it repaired. What causes teeth to overlap? Genetics or thumbsucking as a toddler can lead […]
How Much Do You Know About Gum Disease?
1. Which of the following are risk factors for gum disease (periodontitis)? a. Pregnancy b. Underbite c. Diabetes d. Genetic make-up 2. Which of the following are possible signs of gum disease? a. Teeth that seem to be longer b. A change in the way dentures fit c. Bleeding gums d. Swollen gums 3. Which […]
