In today’s Oceanside Dental Excellence post, we share some fun facts about dentistry. Enjoy! Before there was formal dental training and licensing, barbers often performed dental procedures. But did you know that blacksmiths also moonlighted as dentists?1 How would you like your dental visit to involve tools used to hammer hot metal? The Mayans were […]
Oceanside Parents: Do You Know AAP Recommendations?
In this post from Oceanside Dental Excellence, we have a vital message for new parents or parents-to-be. For years, the American Academy of Pediatrics advised parents to begin children’s dentist visits before the third birthday. But under revised guidelines, the AAP and American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry tell parents to take their toddler to a […]
Does Whitening Toothpaste Work?
Are yellowing teeth getting you down? If so, you are not alone! Teeth whitening is one of the most-requested procedures here at Oceanside Dental Excellence. There are a lot of commercially available products that say they can brighten your teeth. You’ll find a wide selection of whitening toothpastes at any grocery store. How do they […]
Oceanside Wants Silver Screen Smiles
With constant media coverage of celebrities, many Oceanside dental patients are interested in having a smile like the stars. With cosmetic dentistry from Oceanside Dental Excellence, anyone can have a smile they’ll be proud to show off. Many cosmetic dentistry smile makeovers include teeth whitening. There are a variety of ways this can be done. […]
Creating Beautiful Smiles At Oceanside Dental Excellence
We are glad you found our blog! We are Stephen and Kimberly Dankworth, DDS, of Oceanside Dental Excellence, a full-service general and cosmetic dental practice in Oceanside, California. We are proud members of the American Dental Association. Our profession is dentistry, but our passion is providing superior dental care to our Oceanside dental clients. Since […]
The Warning Signs of Gum Disease
Did you know that the most prevalent cause of tooth loss among adults is gum disease? Since plaque causes gum disease, removing plaque through regular flossing is the key to healthy gums. The good news is that gum disease is easy to treat when detected early! That is why regular check-ups with your dentist are essential. Our […]
