Snoring isn’t just an annoyance. It can have significant health consequences. What is Snoring? Snoring is caused by an obstruction that restricts the flow of air in the throat. The obstruction can be caused by: Poor muscle tone in the throat and tongue—when muscles relax they can collapse into the airway. Alcohol use and sleeping […]
Don’t Let Fear Of The Dentist Compromise Your Oral Health
If you have claustrophobia, you pass on cave exploration. If you have acrophobia (fear of heights), you avoid skydiving. In either case, you can live a fulfilling life without engaging in these activities. What if you have dentophobia or a fear of the dentist? (Yes, it’s a real thing with an official name.) This is […]
Symptoms of TMJ Disorders
Overview Temporomandibular joint The temporomandibular joint (tem-puh-roe-man-DIB-u-lur) (TMJ) acts like a sliding ring, connecting your jaw to your skull. You have joints in every part of your jaw. TMJ disorders – a type of temporomandibular disorder, or TMD – can cause pain in the jaw joints and muscles that control jaw movement. The exact cause of a person’s TMJ disorder is often difficult to determine. Your pain may be due to a combination […]
Mouthwash Facts In Carlsbad
Hi, I am Doctor Stephen and Kimberly Dankworth. Thanks for visiting my La Costa Dental Excellence blog. In today’s post I would like to discuss mouthwash. Many California residents use mouthwash to freshen their breath and help retard tooth decay. Mouthwash should never be used exclusively though, good oral hygiene starts with thorough tooth brushing […]
Sealants Prevent Cavities For Kids
Your child’s first dental exam at La Costa Dental Excellence should occur when the first teeth are in, usually between six months and one year of age. During your child’s first check-up at our Carlsbad office, we can discuss sealants, a clear layer of plastic applied to the grooved surfaces of the teeth. Sealants protect […]
Don’t Let Fear Of The Dentist Compromise Your Oral Health
If you have claustrophobia, you pass on cave exploration. If you have acrophobia (fear of heights), you avoid sky diving. In either case, you can live a fulfilling life without engaging in these activities. What if you have dentophobia or a fear of the dentist? (Yes, it’s a real thing with an official name.) This […]
