Men and women who have chronic bad breath understand the embarrassment and frustration associated with this malady. There are several possible causes, some that are often overlooked: Poor oral hygiene Digestive problems Systemic infection Bacteria on dentures Gum disease Food particles on tonsils Dry mouth At La Costa Dental Excellence, we can help you with […]
2 Phases of Implant Recovery
Implants require a strong jawbone to hold them in place; Therefore, patients who do not have enough bone will have to graft to the bone before implanting it, which allows for a three-fold recovery. Although different combinations of methods are sometimes possible (such as combining the implant and abutment positioning), we will focus on the typical two-phase recovery process: After the implant post is placed, there is a 3–6-month recovery and healing […]
The La Costa Dental Excellence Guide To Preventing Gum Disease
Hearing that you have gingivitis (gum disease) can be upsetting. Here at La Costa Dental Excellence in Carlsbad, California, we are committed to educating and assisting patients in preventing gum disease. If you discover that you already have gum disease, don’t despair. We can help. Symptoms of Gum Disease Bleeding gums Swollen, tender gums Receding […]
What Is a Sinus Lift?
A sinus lift, or sinus augmentation, is a surgical procedure that improves the placement of an implant tooth. Some people need dental implants but do not have enough bone support for an implant due to bone loss. A sinus lift can help because it increases the bone in your upper jaw by adding bone to the space […]
4 Reasons To Make Sure Your Child Sees A Dentist
Did you know that The American Dental Association recommends that a child’s first visit to a dentist should occur around twelve months of age? For many parents in the Encinitas, Escondido, and Vista areas, this may come as a surprise. Today in the La Costa Dental Excellence post, we are going to review 4 reasons […]
An Ugly Duckling In Your Mouth?
Do you have a damaged tooth that causes you embarrassment? Even if all of your other teeth are nicely shaped and pearly white, guess what other people notice? Yep, the ugly duckling. You have probably experienced that yourself when you have looked at a smile that contains one discolored tooth. No matter how hard you […]
