Hi, my name is Drs. Stephen and Kimberly Dankworth. My dental practice, La Costa Dental Excellence, has been serving the Carlsbad, California area since 1988. Today in my Encinitas dental blog, I would like to highlight four ways you can improve your smile. 1. Teeth Whitening is quick and non-invasive. External tooth whitening occurs when […]
Happy Teeth Don’t Just Happen
Keeping your teeth clean is an essential factor in maintaining a beautiful smile. One of the merits of visiting your dentist typically is receiving a thorough teeth cleaning and a review of your brushing habits. Your Partner in Oral Health Our dental hygienist can professionally clean and polish your teeth at your semiannual dental check-up. […]
Looking For A Red Carpet-Caliber Smile?
When you see pics of your favorite stars, do you ever wonder how these men and women can project such perfection? Can ordinary Encinitas folks ever achieve anything approaching celebrity-caliber attractiveness? When it comes to sensational smiles, the answer is a resounding “Yes!” There many effective cosmetic dentistry procedures available that can produce considerable results. […]
Don’t Let A Simple 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, […]
Cosmetic Dentistry vs. General Dentistry
Today’s article explains how general dentistry and cosmetic dentistry are different. General dentists are dedicated to preventing and treating oral diseases such as cavities and gum disease. When a problem is diagnosed, let’s say, a cavity between two teeth, a general dentist will identify the best way to restore the tooth involved. Cosmetic dentists offer elective dental […]
Smile Makeovers: It’s Not Just About Your Teeth
I have been creating spectacular smiles at my Carlsbad cosmetic dental practice since 1988. Each one of my Encinitas smile makeover patients values their new smile almost as much as I value their trust. My loyal patients, along with my dedicated dental team, have made my professional career particularly rewarding. Working as a dentist in […]
