In today’s La Costa Dental Excellence post, we share some fun facts about dentistry. Enjoy! Many dental patients are aware that before there was formal dental training and licensing, barbers often performed dental procedures. But did you know that blacksmiths also moonlighted as dentists?1 How would you like your dental visit to involve tools used […]
Top 6 Ways To Destroy A Beautiful Smile
6. Be a Builder Not a Wrecker Bacteria is constantly trying to build an empire in your mouth, give it what it wants: juice, soda, chewy candy for the small crevices and hard to reach surfaces! 5. Let Acid Rock It! Energy drinks, diet soda, red wine, coffee, tea. Great at staining and wearing away […]
Tooth Whitening Dentistry In Carlsbad
One of the easiest ways to brighten your smile is to have your teeth whitened. There are several options when it comes to tooth whitening systems. You can choose from a selection of over-the-counter tooth whitening products at your local Carlsbad drug store, or you can rely on your Carlsbad dentist. It is a good […]
Carlsbad Dental News: Poor Oral Health And Heart Disease
Attention Carlsbad dental patients: brushing twice daily may help lower your risk of heart disease. California scientists, dentists, and cardiologists have known for many years that there is a link between inflammation in the mouth (gum disease) and heart problems. However, a recent study analyzed oral health habits and heart disease risk. Science Daily reported […]
It’s Not Too Late To Get Them Straight
Are you an adult in San Marcos CA with misaligned teeth? Do you regret not having orthodontic treatment when you were a teen? It’s not too late to straighten your teeth – and there are more types of braces available than ever before. Perhaps you are not familiar with the latest types of braces. Here […]
3 Ways To Keep Your Mouth Happy, San Marcos CA!
Hi. We are Drs. Stephen and Kimberly Dankworth, experienced dentists here in Carlsbad. It is our goal to help our patients have optimum oral health, and today we would like to talk about something else associated with our mouths that doesn’t get as much attention as cavities or cosmetic dentistry: it’s our sense of taste. A happy mouth […]