The Intriguing History of Halloween
Halloween is fast approaching, and the doctor wanted to be sure to wish our patients a happy day, no matter how you might celebrate this holiday. The Halloween that is familiar to most people today bears little resemblance to the original Halloween; back in the “old days” it wasn’t even called Halloween! Festival of the […]
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Dental Infections
the doctor and our team at Oceanside Family Dental Care & Specialty will tell you that dental infections can be very serious; sometimes, they develop into a life-threatening situation. Cavities are caused by acid-generating microorganisms that deposit themselves on teeth surfaces. Over time, acid erodes tooth enamel, compromising tooth strength. The major culprit or cause […]
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What is a crown?
The doctor and our team at Oceanside Family Dental Care & Specialty hear this question all the time. Millions of people have dental crowns that artificially restore the chewing surface of a tooth. Also known as caps, these restorations surround the entire portion of the tooth that is above the gum line. Crowns are custom […]
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Fallβs in the Air? Think Fall Dental Care
Whether you already miss the sunβs bright rays, or canβt wait for some cool, crisp weather and colorful leaves, summer is making way for fall. And the change of seasons might mean itβs time for some adjustments to your dental care routine. Fallβs in the Air, and You Can Feel It You might enjoy the […]
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Infant Teething Remedies: What Might HelpβAnd What to Avoid
Some lucky babies wake one morning displaying a brand new tooth to the complete surprise of their unsuspecting parents! But your happy baby is irritable and drooling. Or your hearty eater doesnβt feel like finishing her food. Perhaps she finds it hard to go to sleep when sheβs usually nodded off before you finish the […]
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What are the five things I should do in between visits?
When it comes to keeping your smile looking its best, good oral hygiene is a must! Good oral health habits should start early and continue throughout your lifetime. Here, the doctor and our team at Oceanside Family Dental Care & Specialty suggest five habits worth adopting that will help keep your teeth healthy: Brush and […]
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Dental Emergencies while Traveling
Youβve planned your dream vacation. Your reservations are made. Youβre packed and ready. Youβve even scheduled a dental checkup at our dental family practice to make sure you catch any potential problems, have finished any major work, and have an up-to-date chart. But things donβt always go according to even the best of plans. So, […]
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Football Season? Practice Dental Defense
Itβs finally football season, and whether youβre on the field, at the game, or watching at home with friends, itβs time to work on some defensive dental strategies. Taking the Field If youβre playing team football, you already know just how important your mouthguard is. So important, itβs actually part of every uniform. But if […]
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Labor Day: Our favorite holiday to rest!
Labor Day, celebrated on the first Monday each September here in the United States, is a holiday devoted to the American working community. The purpose of the holiday is honoring the country’s workers and their contributions to the strength of our country as a whole. How Labor Day Started There is actually some debate as […]
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My child has canker sores! How can I help?
According to the American Association of Pediatric Density, roughly one in five children suffers from canker sores. Canker sores are small sores that appear inside the cheeks, on the lips, on the surface of the gums, and under the tongue. Even though, canker sores are not contagious, they do tend to run in families. There […]
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