Category: Dental Implants
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 […]
Keeping Patients Calm Since 1988
Are you or a family member anxious about going to the dentist? Has a past experience with pain or discomfort caused you to start panicking when you think about having your teeth worked on? Have you neglected going to the dentist and fear the amount of work that might need to be carried out? If […]
Are Senior Citizens Eligible for Dental Implants?
Many seniors question whether they are eligible for dental implant therapy and whether they can afford it. The good news is that almost anyone, including seniors, can get dental implants – and it’s cheap! Dentures vs. Dental Implants for Senior Citizens Many patients over the age of 65 have dentures. They can often be uncomfortable […]