If you are a worried Oceanside resident experiencing inflamed gums or an aching tooth, you are not alone. At Oceanside Dental Excellence, we understand. There is an Epidemic of Dental Problems About one-third of U.S. adults are by decay, according to the CDC, and gum disease plagues one in seven people aged 35 to 40. […]
Daily Oral Hygiene: Put Your Heart Into It
Attention Oceanside Dental Excellence dental patients: brushing twice daily may help lower your risk of heart disease. Scientists, dentists, and cardiologists have known for many years that there is a link between inflammation in the mouth (gum disease) and heart problems, However, a recent study analyzed oral health habits and heart disease risk. Science Daily […]
Why You Shouldn’t Dread Going To The Dentist
Do you have a dental issue that needs attention? Have you been putting off a dental visit? Good news! Dentistry in the Oceanside area and around California is nothing like it was when you were a kid. (Even if you’re still a kid, we invite you to keep reading.) There Is No Reason to Avoid […]
How Does Your Overall Health Affect Your Smile?
Hi! I’m Drs. Stephen and Kimberly Dankworth, DDS. Most every day, I can be found at my Oceanside dental practice treating dental patients with tooth and gum problems or helping patients prevent them. There are many common medical conditions that pose a risk to oral health. 1) Oceanside diabetes patients with high blood glucose often […]
Look Younger By Straightening Your Teeth
Today’s post is for people in their golden years who want to enhance their smile by straightening their teeth. There are many perks to retirement. Waking up whenever you dang well please. Time to devote to your favorite hobbies or humanitarian causes. Traveling. Grandchildren. Braces Aren’t Just For Teens It’s not all a picnic, however. […]
Signs Of Oral Cancer: What Not To Ignore
Today’s article focuses on a very serious issue—oral (oropharyngeal) cancers. The medical community identifies oral cancers as a subset of head and neck cancers. Oral cancers can develop in the following locations: The tongue The roof of the mouth and under the tongue The inside of the cheeks The oropharynx (the part behind the soft […]
