A simple way for San Marcos residents to choose beverages that won’t harm their teeth is to keep it simple and make water their go-to drink. However, for safety, thrift, and convenience, many dental patients choose to drink bottled water or filter it themselves at home. Filtered water can be detrimental to oral health if […]
Preventative Maintenance For Your Irreplaceable Smile
Hi, I’m Stephen and Kimberly Dankworth of La Costa Dental Excellence. If you are one of my patients, welcome back. If this is your first visit, I appreciate you stopping by. My committed to excellence team and I love taking care of our valued patients in the Carlsbad area. Today’s article is for smiles that […]
Can Seniors Get Teeth Whitening Procedures?
There are a few different types of teeth whitening procedures that are available for seniors. One option is to use an at-home teeth whitening kit, which can be purchased from a drugstore or online. This type of kit usually involves using a bleaching agent that is applied to the teeth with a brush. Another option […]
Don’t Let A Simple Dental Problem Become Serious
Today in the La Costa Dental Excellence dental blog we are going to discuss those small irritations in the mouth that have the potential to become big problems. Injuries, sores, or inflammation in the mouth can be very uncomfortable. These non-specific irritations, called stomatitis, have many different causes. They may be caused by cold sores, […]
Gently Now (Protect Your Gums When You Brush)
Everyone wants nice, pearly whites so, naturally, we should brush our teeth more, right? The only problem with that is many people brush their teeth too aggressively, leading to gum recession. You don’t want that. Gum recession is when your gum line exposes more of your teeth, or in severe cases, your tooth root. It […]
Top 10 Reasons To Visit Your Dentist
You smile deserves regular attention. If you haven’t had a dental checkup in a while, think about these vital reasons: Check Up: It’s time, and this is the best way to prevent dental problems. Clean-Up: Our dental hygienist is ready to give you a super clean smile. Brush Up: If it has been a while […]
