For most people, wisdom teeth are the last permanent teeth to come in. They usually appear in the late teens and early twenties. At La Costa Dental Excellence in Carlsbad, extracting them is a common procedure. If your wisdom teeth aren’t giving you any problems, congratulations! You’re in a small minority. For most people they […]
Live Better With Dental Implants
Ill-fitting dentures can result in more problems than they solve. They may look better than a toothless mouth, but in practical terms they leave much to be desired. At La Costa Dental Excellence, serving Carlsbad, Encinitas, and the surrounding area, we can help with dental implants. Missing Out on Life? Implant dental procedures are enabling […]
Preventing Gum Disease: The La Costa Dental Excellence Guide
Gum disease can be scary. At La Costa Dental Excellence in Carlsbad, we’re committed to educating and assisting patients in preventing periodontal disease, at it is formally known. If you discover you have gum disease, don’t despair. We can help. Gum Disease Symptoms Bleeding gums Swollen, tender gums Receding gums Bad breath that won’t go away […]
Are Dentures Inevitable?
Are you one of the fortunate Encinitas people with healthy teeth? Would you like to keep them healthy for the rest of your life? Some Carlsbad residents believe that keeping their teeth healthy into the golden years is unlikely if not impossible.
La Costa Dental Excellence on Jaw Bone Deterioration
To remain dense, your jaw bone requires the continual stimulation and pressure of chewing, biting and talking. Each of your teeth has a root structure attached to the surrounding bone material. As each tooth absorbs the forces of everyday mouth function, it stimulates the bone to which the root is attached.
Save Money With Dental Implants at La Costa Dental Excellence
Q: When is the least expensive tooth replacement method really the most expensive?
A: When it ends up costing far more in the long run.
