Imagine you are starting a new job and are going to meet with your new boss for the first time. Confidence is key to your success. As you reach out to shake the extended hand your broad confident smile exposes rows of pearly white teeth, yet when you open your mouth to exchange greetings you…
Dental Health
What’s New In Dentistry?
The world of dentistry continues to advance at a rapid pace. If you have visited your Oceanside dentist lately, you have probably noticed some things that make your visit more comfortable, such as the ability to watch TV or listen to music while receiving treatment. Many Vista dentistry patients welcome oral conscious sedation to reduce…
Think You May Have A Cavity?
Hello, Oceanside friends of Oceanside Dental Excellence! Teeth take a lot of tender, loving care. And even when we do our best to practice daily dental hygiene, bacteria can still sneak in and cause tooth decay – the common cold of oral health. At Oceanside Dental Excellence, we have been filling cavities for years and…
Crowning Achievements In Dentistry
Today’s article looks at one of the miracles of modern dentistry: the dental restoration. Let’s pretend you are a biomedical engineer working in the field of dentistry before the inception of dental restorations. The men and women of your generation who have missing or damaged teeth want to repair or replace them with a man-made…
What is an Orthodontic Pacifier?
Infants are born with a natural sucking reflex, and it is common for this reflex to evolve into a comforting behavior. Pacifiers can soothe a crying child. However, parents often worry that a pacifier is detrimental to a baby’s teeth. The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) advises parents that pacifiers are generally safe for babies…
Think It’s Not Necessary To Replace Missing Back Teeth?
Some people who lose a posterior tooth question whether to replace it. After all, it doesn’t show when you smile and there are other teeth to take over the chewing functions. Why not avoid the cost to replace it and save some money? Actually, there are several important reasons to replace a back tooth with a…
Avoid These 5 Smile Wreckers
We hope today’s post will alert blog visitors to some harmful oral health threats. At Oceanside Dental Excellence, too often, we treat decay and damage caused by the following: 1. Sports Injuries Many parents send their kids out on the playing field with a mouthguard but fail to protect themselves when they participate in activities…
Bad Breath Treatment At Oceanside Dental Excellence
Do you suspect that you have bad breath? I’m Stephen and Kimberly Dankworth of Oceanside Dental Excellence, a full-service dental office in Oceanside, California. I help our dental patients diagnose and overcome this unpleasant, irritating, and potentially embarrassing condition. Bacteria that live in your mouth cause a bad smell. Breath mints and mouthwashes do not…
Been A While Since You Had Your Teeth Cleaned?
Welcome to the dental practice of Drs. Stephen and Kimberly Dankworth, DDS. At Oceanside Dental Excellence, we provide comprehensive full-service dentistry for patients in Oceanside and surrounding communities. Our excellent team of skilled hygienists, dental assistants, and administrative staff help Drs. Dankworth exceed our patients’ expectations. At Oceanside Dental Excellence, we understand the value of…
Your Child’s Dental Check-up Schedule
How often should your child receive a dental check-up? You’ve probably heard that most men and women need a dental check-up every six months. This is a good schedule for children as well. In some cases, however, a person should see a dentist more frequently. Regardless of their age. If your child has a higher…
