Unexpected Stress? Don't Forget Your Smile | Oceanside Dental Excellence

When you suddenly have to juggle extra balls, some are bound to get dropped. Perhaps you are going through a divorce or became the caregiver for an ailing parent. Perhaps you took on a second job or started night school to earn an advanced degree.

Not every stressor is negative. A new baby, marriage, career, or move can be exciting but overwhelming. It’s okay – and sometimes helpful – to drop some of the balls. You can probably let another parent take over room mother duties for a few weeks, forego a haircut, or skip poker night until things calm down.

When life hands you extra challenges it is easy to get lax about oral hygiene. Sometimes you feel too exhausted to brush or floss and skip regular check-ups and cleanings. Drs. Stephen and Kimberly Dankworth wants to remind you to consider the possible consequences of neglecting your smile.
1. Tooth decay
2. Gum disease
2. Tooth and gum pain
3. Bad breath
4. Infection
5. Tooth loss

Your plate is already full – you don’t want to add poor oral health and the associated expense and inconvenience required to treat advanced problems.

Let the car go unwashed for a few weeks. Record your favorite show to watch later when things slow down. Postpone that kitchen remodel. But keep your smile healthy – it really will make your life easier, healthier, and happier.

Oceanside Dental Excellence in Oceanside provides gentle, comprehensive dental care for the whole family. Our services include:
porcelain veneers
general dentistry
Invisalign
restorative dentistry

Drs. Dankworth is a member of American Dental Association. You can learn more about American Dental Association at http://www.ada.org/. If you haven’t seen a dentist in a while, we invite you to call us at 760-439-3400 and schedule an exam and cleaning. Our considerate team will make you feel comfortable and relaxed. There is no need to feel ashamed about plaque build-up or a cavity. We completely understand how stressful life can get and love helping our Oceanside area patients get back on track.

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