Bite down hard, but not on Drs. Dankworth’s hand! Do you find that biting down hard is painful or awkward? There are ways to find the source of the issue and there are ways to make it right. Painful chewing can be due to a damaged tooth, missing teeth, or loose teeth. Any of those […]
Look And Feel Better With Cosmetic Dentistry
Cosmetic dentistry can not only enhance your smile, but it can also improve the health of your teeth and make your face more pleasing and younger-looking. Moreover, it can help with TMJ issues, and it definitely elevates your self-esteem! What’s more, cosmetic dentistry is surprisingly fast and virtually pain-free. Why? Because of unprecedented dental technology […]
6 Ways Dental Crowns Restore Smiles
Dental crowns have been around a long time, but they continue to play an essential role in Oceanside Dental Excellence cosmetic dentistry. A dental crown, often called a cap, covers the visible part of the tooth. Dental crowns are used for several common dental problems: An old crown that is damaged or ill-fitting A broken […]
Dental Bridge vs Dental Implant
Hello Oceanside visitors, welcome to Oceanside Dental Excellence. Let’s talk about a tooth replacement option common in Vista: dental bridges. While dental bridges have restored smiles for thousands of Vista dental patients, they are not problem free. Many California people with dental bridges find it impossible to keep the small areas around the bridge clean. […]
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 […]
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 […]