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La Jolla Dental Team Describes What to Expect From Oral Conscious Sedation Dentistry
Scripps Center for Dental Care, a family dental practice in San Diego, outlines how to prepare for oral conscious sedation before treatment. La Jolla, CA — Many men and women struggle with anxiety prior to their dental appointments. While it’s relatively normal to dread going to the dentist, feelings of anxiety can be particularly severe for patients with a phobia of dental work. In fact, dental anxiety can even prevent […]
Next Page »Will Full Mouth Reconstruction Fix Biting Issues?
There are a number of biting issues that can make it difficult to eat, speak, or simply live without pain. Malocclusion — which refers to a poor bite — can impact your appearance, negatively affect your facial shape, and even cause symptoms related to TMJ disorder. If you have multiple issues with your oral health, smile, and/or bite, your dentist may suggest treating your concerns with full mouth rehabilitation. Personalized […]
Next Page »How Long Will it Take to Enjoy My New Smile?
Smile Makeover timelines vary from patient to patient. As a custom treatment plan tailored for each person, no two Smile Makeovers are the same — some can be completed in a single office visit while others may take a few weeks (or months) to complete. Although only a consultation with our multispecialty dental team can confirm your treatment timeline, the following offers a brief primer into what you can expect […]
Next Page »San Diego Cosmetic Dentists Use Digital Imaging Technology to Preview New Smile
The team at Scripps Center for Dental Care uses Digital Smile Design (DSD) to show patients a virtual “preview” of their potential results before any treatment. La Jolla, CA — There are a variety of cosmetic dental flaws that can detract from the beauty of one’s smile, including tooth discoloration, gaps, chips in the enamel, missing teeth, and natural wear and tear, among other common issues. These concerns can typically […]
Next Page »What if I Have Multiple Cavities on the Same Tooth?
You’ve likely dealt with a cavity at some point in your life, which refers to an area of decay on the structure of a tooth. Cavities are a mild dental issue when treated promptly and can be repaired with a simple in-office dental filling. That said, perhaps your tooth has suffered multiple cavities over the years. Unchecked bacteria buildup has the potential to reinfect the same tooth over and over […]
Next Page »What Causes Teeth to Look Aged?
When your full, healthy, and youthful teeth begin to dull and lose their shine, it can be easy to feel less confident in your smile. There are many factors that can affect the appearance of your teeth over time, including discoloration, wear and tear, and the loss of a full tooth structure. Aside from the natural effects of aging, these concerns can be caused by: Bruxism (grinding) and teeth clenching: […]
Next Page »Are the Results of Porcelain Veneers Reversible?
When it comes to minimally invasive dental treatments that can powerfully enhance your smile, porcelain veneers offer a wide scope of improvements. By bonding a veneer to the front of the enamel, patients can reclaim the size, shape, color, and dimensions of a healthy and youthful tooth. That said, these results aren’t possible without first removing a tiny amount of tissue from the affected tooth in order to make room […]
Next Page »La Jolla Dentists Highlight Benefits of Smile Makeover as a Solution for Damaged Teeth
Scripps Center for Dental Care, an all-encompassing La Jolla-based practice, outlines how a Smile Makeover can restore form and function to damaged teeth. San Diego, CA — There are many factors that can contribute to tooth damage over time, such as a lack of dental hygiene, bruxism (grinding), teeth clenching, traumatic injuries, and the natural aging process. Inconsistent dental care or an inability to regularly see a dentist are also […]
Next Page »Is Wearing Implant Dentures Painful?
While anchoring your custom-made dentures to the jawbone with dental implants requires oral surgery, patients usually do not report pain from their implant-supported dentures after their procedure. Feelings of tenderness, sensitivity, and aching during the surgical recovery period are to be expected, but implant dentures should look and feel just like your natural teeth once your gums have fully healed. There may be a temporary acclimation period as you get […]
Next Page »What if I Didn’t Finish My DIY Orthodontic Treatment?
The allure of DIY (do-it-yourself) braces is easy to understand — these systems advertise a more convenient treatment process when compared to getting braces at a dental office, often for a cheaper cost. Unfortunately, these mail-order products are often riddled with unforeseen issues and complications that can be frustrating to deal with at best, and damaging to your jaw alignment at worst. Recently, SmileDirectClub declared bankruptcy and immediately ceased all […]
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