Hello, I am Drs. Dankworth. Whether you are one of our patients or a blogosphere visitor, welcome to my dental blog. My dental practice is called Oceanside Dental Excellence and is located at 3762 Mission Ave Ste 104 in Oceanside, California. I have been practicing dentistry since 2018. Since opening my dental practice, I have…
General Dentistry
Which Tooth Whitener Works Best?
What is the best professional tooth whitening system to use in Oceanside? There are two types of dentist-supervised tooth whitening systems available in Vista. In order to determine the best choice for your teeth, schedule, and budget; you need to understand the differences in the systems. Both systems use a bleaching agent containing peroxide. Oceanside…
A Maximum Upgrade With Mini Implants
Though they are not as well known as standard dental implants, mini implants are being used successfully in the Oceanside area to improve smiles. Like their larger diameter counterparts, mini implants can support a restoration for one or more missing teeth or replace a bridge or fixed denture. Denture wearers benefit considerably from these slip-free dental…
The 4 Stages of Gum Disease
You may be wondering why every so often your gums are red and swollen, or your breath is bad. Maybe you’re just interested in improving your dental health and want to be more aware for your next appointment. Learn about the four stages of gum disease you may be overlooked when thinking of your complete…
What is Dental Sleep Medicine?
What is dental sleep medicine? It’s a relatively new branch of dentistry that treats sleep apnea and other sleep-related breathing problems. Don’t confuse dental sleep medicine with dental sedation or sleep dentistry. Dental sleep medicine treats sleep apnea. What is sleep apnea? Sleep apnea is a malady where you have frequent, intermittent delays in breathing…
Test Your Cosmetic Dentistry IQ
Are you up on the latest cosmetic dentistry procedures offered by your Fallbrook, Vista, or Camp Pendleton dentist? Take our quiz and find out! 1. This popular treatment uses a dental composite that resembles enamel. This composite is applied to the surface of the teeth, sculpted, and then hardened and polished. A. Veneers B. Flossing…
You Be The Judge
If you are researching smile transformations, you have probably heard claims that cosmetic dentistry can provide you with a ‘perfect smile’ or a ‘celebrity smile.’ Are these superlatives simply exaggerations? We invite you to judge for yourself. Call 760-439-3400 to schedule a no-pressure smile makeover consultation with Drs. Dankworth of Oceanside Dental Excellence. You can…
Getting a Dental Implant in Oceanside CA May Not Take as Long as You Think
Think you don’t have time to beautify your smile? It may not take as long as you think. How many visits does it take to get dental implants? Each patient is different. But in most cases, complete implant procedures take fewer visits than they used to. The team at Oceanside Dental Excellence can restore missing…
Will a Dental Implant Cause a Problem With Airport Security?
Airport security checks might be necessary, but they can be a major annoyance. Emptying your pockets. Pulling your laptop out of your carry-on. Taking your shoes off. Airport Security and Dental Implants Some people considering whether to get a tooth implant may wonder if it will affect airport security. Let’s answer the questions frequently asked…
Are Dental Veneers Reversible?
When individuals seek cosmetic dentistry to improve their smile, porcelain veneers are a celebrated option. Unlike a crown that completely covers the tooth, a veneer is a super thin layer of very substantial porcelain, composite bonding, or ceramic. When bonded to a tooth, the veneer creates a natural, translucent, and new surface. It improves the…
