Though they are not as well known as standard dental implants, mini implants are being used successfully in the Oceanside area to improve smiles. Like their larger diameter counterparts, mini implants can support a restoration for one or more missing teeth or replace a bridge or fixed denture. Denture wearers benefit considerably from these slip-free dental […]
Looking for a Long-Term Tooth Whitening Solution?
Are your teeth yellowish or gray? Have you tried an OTC whitening product without success? Do you have tetracycline stains? You don’t have to live with a lackluster smile. Porcelain veneers can perfect your teeth and create a spectacular smile that will delight you for years to come. What are Porcelain Veneers? Veneers are thin […]
Unexpected Stress? Don’t Forget Your Smile
When you suddenly have to juggle extra balls, some are bound to get dropped. Perhaps you are going through a divorce or became the caregiver for an ailing parent. Perhaps you took on a second job or started night school to earn an advanced degree. Not every stressor is negative. A new baby, marriage, career, […]
You Don’t Have to Live With Bad Breath
Chronic bad breath can happen to anyone. Even people who practice impeccable oral hygiene can suffer from the condition. Are you struggling with bad breath? Schedule an examination and deep dental cleaning at Oceanside Dental Excellence in Oceanside. Our dental hygienist will get all the plaque and calculus off your teeth. During your examination, Drs. Stephen and Kimberly […]
3 Ways To Minimize Candy Intake At Parties
Lock yourself in a closet. Sew your mouth shut. Wear a shock collar that’s sensitive to sugar particles. At Oceanside Dental Excellence we understand how hard it is to avoid sweets altogether at Halloween and other sugar-filled holidays. We encourage both unfettered joy and healthy living for all of our patients. Moderation in candy intake […]
Suspect a Bite Problem?
Hello! I’m Stephen and Kimberly Dankworth, DDS, of Oceanside Dental Excellence in Oceanside. Thanks for visiting my dental blog. The topic of today’s post is malocclusion–literally–”bad bite.” Malocclusion Affects Many People Edward Angle, a pioneer in modern orthodontics invented the term malocclusion. Malocclusion is fairly common in the population as a whole but, fortunately, in […]
