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Fluoride Treatment: Do You Need One?
posted: Apr. 29, 2025.

Over the past decade, most people have been ingesting less and less fluoride. This is not such a great trend, since fluoride has a history of successfully reducing tooth decay Read more
Why Are My Child’s Baby Teeth So White?
posted: Apr. 22, 2025.

One of the most charming aspects of your baby’s beautiful smile is his brilliantly white teeth. But now that his adult teeth are coming in, the difference in color is Read more
Gum Disease in Children
posted: Apr. 15, 2025.

When it comes to gum disease and your child, it’s a good news/bad news situation. The very good news is that children rarely suffer from advanced gum disease, or periodontitis. Read more
Is sleep apnea linked to cancer? Studies say, ‘Yes’.
posted: Apr. 08, 2025.

Recently, multiple studies have concluded that people with sleep apnea, a disorder that causes snoring, fatigue, and dangerous gaps in breathing at night due to throat muscles collapsing, are five Read more
This April, Let’s Celebrate National Facial Protection Month!
posted: Apr. 01, 2025.

Poor April. While other months celebrate romance, or giving thanks, or costumes and candy, April has—April Fool’s Day and a tax deadline. We might be forgiven for thinking these two Read more
Regular Cleanings Lead to Healthier Mouths and Bodies
posted: Mar. 25, 2025.

The American Dental Association and dentists everywhere, including our own the doctor recommend that you schedule an appointment every six months for a cleaning and checkup. Despite this universal recommendation Read more
Flossing is Necessary
posted: Mar. 20, 2025.

Flossing is an integral part of maintaining good oral health. 1 in 5 Americans never floss and only 40% of those who do, floss daily. Flossing removes up to 80% Read more
Can’t Take Another Bite?
posted: Mar. 18, 2025.

We’re not talking post-holiday “I can’t eat another bite” discomfort. No, we’re here to talk about the discomfort caused by bite pain. Usually, our teeth and jaws work so harmoniously that Read more
Go Green for St. Patrick’s Day
posted: Mar. 11, 2025.

Millions of people, around Camarillo, California and beyond, wear green on St. Patrick’s Day so they can show their spirit for the holiday and avoid getting pinched. While it may Read more
Dental X-rays: The Inside Story
posted: Mar. 04, 2025.

We’re all friends here, so if you sometimes feel a bit nervous before your dental appointment, no judging! Ask us about any worries you might have. We are happy to Read more
Are thumb sucking and pacifier habits harmful for a child’s teeth?
posted: Feb. 25, 2025.

Depending on how long the thumb sucking or constant pacifier use continues, and how aggressively the child sucks a thumb or the pacifier, it can indeed be an oral health Read more
Are bleeding gums normal?
posted: Feb. 24, 2025.

Bleeding gums during brushing or flossing is due to inflammation of the gums. Gums can become inflamed and begin to bleed due to excessive plaque buildup, the onset of gingivitis, Read more
Dental Implants
posted: Feb. 21, 2025.

Teeth restored with dental implants look, feel and function just like your natural teeth. You brush, floss and visit your dentist for regular check-ups and cleanings, same as you would Read more
Teeth Whitening and Your Smile
posted: Feb. 18, 2025.

The best type of whitening for your smile depends on what you are hoping to accomplish. Whitening Toothpastes This is certainly the easiest method of whitening, but will brushing alone produce your Read more
The Origins of Valentine's Day
posted: Feb. 11, 2025.

When we think of Valentine’s Day, we think of cards, flowers, and chocolates. We think of girlfriends celebrating being single together and couples celebrating their relationship. We think of all Read more
Pets & Their Teeth
posted: Feb. 07, 2025.

Did you know that animals living in the wild are naturally protected from tooth decay. Whether they are herbivore, carnivore or both, they only eat raw food and drink nothing Read more