Hello friends and neighbors in Oceanside! Welcome to our dentistry blog. This site is for my prized patients and anyone in the Oceanside area who is looking for a local experienced and helpful general and family dentist. We are taking new patients at Oceanside Dental Excellence. I invite you to call 760-439-3400 to schedule an […]
Are Your Eating Habits Sabotaging Your Oral Health?
Most Oceanside residents know that frequently eating foods high in sugar can cause cavities. Therefore, it’s important to limit candy, soda, cookies, etc. Also, remember that frequency is as dangerous as the amount of sugar. Research has found that a higher frequency in sugar consumption may lead to demineralization more than the amount of sugar […]
Are Floss Picks As Good As Regular Dental Floss?
Are floss picks as good as regular floss? Floss pick vs regular floss? While it’s better to floss with a floss pick than to not floss at all, it’s important to note that floss picks can only clean a part of the tooth’s surface. Drs. Dankworth recommends traditional floss or dental tape. Here’s why: A […]
Why Aren’t Dental Implant Prices Listed Anywhere?
You can’t buy teeth implants at Costco. You can’t compare price tags on Amazon. The rates aren’t listed on your dentist’s website. There is a reason for this. A permanent dental implant procedure isn’t one-size-fits-all. The price of a dental implant depends on many factors. First, let’s designate what we are talking about. A dental […]
Let Your Smile Show Who You Really Are
Let’s talk about the power of a smile. A smile communicates your emotions more precisely than words can ever do. The absence of a smile also sends a clear message. But what if you want to smile but the problems with your teeth prevent you? This is a frustrating condition for many Oceanside people both […]
Relax. Your Teeth Will Thank You.
Most people have been warned about the physical effects of stress. Our doctors remind us to protect ourselves from the dangers of unmanaged stress by eating healthy, exercising regularly, and getting adequate sleep. We know that we shouldn’t try to relieve stress with overeating, unhealthy alcohol consumption, smoking, or uncontrolled spending. (Even though many of […]
