65 percent of people who detect wisdom teeth notice them in their late teens or early twenties. At Oceanside Dental Excellence, we help our teen patients with their wisdom teeth issues. Why are wisdom teeth often extracted? There are several reasons… 1. Wisdom teeth can damage adjacent teeth and nerves. 2. Most jaws (both youth’…
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Are Dentures Inevitable?
Are you one of the fortunate Vista people with healthy teeth? Would you like to keep them healthy for the rest of your life? Some Oceanside residents believe that keeping their teeth healthy into the golden years is unlikely if not impossible. At Oceanside Dental Excellence, we are happy to assure you that this is…
Tooth Bleaching Fact And Fiction
You have probably seen ads for bleaching products contain terms such as “white bright,” “22 carbamide peroxide” and “peroxide teeth.” How do you separate tooth bleaching fact from fiction? Some tooth whitening dentists will guarantee fantastic results for any patient that desires a whiter smile. At Oceanside Dental Excellence, we only recommend tooth bleaching for…
Unexplained Headaches Or Jaw Pain?
Hello! I’m Stephen and Kimberly Dankworth, DDS, of Oceanside Dental Excellence in Oceanside. I have been practicing quality general and cosmetic dentistry since 2018. Today’s post focuses on malocclusion or a bad bite. Malocclusion is the dental term for a problem in the way your top and bottom teeth come together. You have probably heard…
The Oceanside Dental Excellence Guide To Teeth Whitening
So you want to whiten your teeth? It’s a cost-effective way to enhance your smile, look younger, and feel more confident when you interact with people in business or social settings. Here are 5 things Oceanside Dental Excellence recommends when it comes to teeth whitening: Meet with your dentist for a consultation first. There are…
Are You Flossing Out Of Fear?
Most Oceanside men and women know that flossing is an important part of oral health. The value of this simple yet critical exercise in oral hygiene has been shown time and time again. But does fear have to play a role in Vista’s commitment to the practice? Flossing offers a chance to remove bits and…
What To Do In Case Of A Dental Emergency
Many Oceanside residents will experience at least one tooth emergency in their life. Many types of activity including sports can accidentally dislodge a crown or produce the sudden pain caused by an abscess or break a wire on your braces. In the case of a dental emergency, it is important to see your Oceanside dentist…
Artistic Smile Masterpieces At Oceanside Dental Excellence
Thanks for stopping by the cosmetic dentistry blog of Oceanside Dental Excellence. Let’s discuss personal transformation. Many people want to reinvent themselves in at least one area of their life. Some folks are training for a new career. Perhaps you’ve made a healthy lifestyle a priority by making better food choices and working out on a regular basis.…
Oral Health For Oceanside Diabetics
The team at Oceanside Dental Excellence serving Oceanside, Vista, Camp Pendleton, Cardiff, Bonsall, and Fallbrook wants to discuss diabetes and dental problems. However, gum disease, tooth loss, and periodontal disease are not inevitable. Blood sugar is the complicating factor. Diabetics who control their blood sugar have lower rates of dental problems. In fact, many dentists have noticed…
Considering Dentures? Read This First.
At Oceanside Dental Excellence, we get many questions about tooth replacement options since we perform extractions. For centuries, dentures were the only way to replace missing teeth. A denture is preferable to being toothless, but dental implants provide many advantages. Before you get dentures, consider the following. 4 THINGS TO KNOW ABOUT DENTURES Dentures are…
