Category: General Dentistry
Keeping You Comfortable
At La Costa Dental Excellence, we make a conscious effort to help our patients feel comfortable. Though our chairs are cushy as can be, we are not only talking about physical comfort here. We are talking about emotional comfort. In other words, peace of mind. Here are four ways we are devoted to your peace […]
Healthy Living Starts With A Smile
What comes to mind when you hear the term “healthy living?” A dinner plate with a grilled chicken breast and a tossed salad? The sound of your feet rhythmically hitting the ground on your favorite jogging trail? A cholesterol test indicating that your arteries are in top shape? If you pictured a white, healthy smile […]
Worried About Dental Visits?
“How can I overcome anxiety about visiting the dentist?” 1. Consider what the anxiety stems from. For example pain, injections, loss of control, personal space invasion, and embarrassment about fear of the unknown. 2. Discuss these fears and concerns with your dentist. 3. Expect respectful consideration and open discussion about resolving fears. Doctor Stephen and […]
Who Can Have Dental Sedation?
Sedation is best for people who have a real fear or anxiety that prevents them from going to the dentist. Call La Costa Dental Excellence at 760-633-3033 to see if you’re a good fit for sedation. Sedative dentistry may also be suitable for a patient who: has a low pain threshold cannot sit in a […]
Are All Clear Aligners Alike?
If you are researching orthodontics, you have probably heard about clear aligners. They offer several advantages over traditional metal braces. The most popular advantage is the fact that they are nearly invisible. Millions of individuals have aligned their teeth with aligners in the past twenty years since they were developed. We’re here to help with […]
Not Happy With Your Dentist?
Hello! Whether you stumbled upon this blog by mistake or clicked here on purpose, welcome! In the La Costa Dental Excellence dental blog, we post informative articles about dentistry. This includes general dentistry, cosmetic dental treatments, preventative dental care, and news about our dental practice. Many of my patients visit my blog regularly and I hope […]