Brushing and flossing are the bare minimum we should be doing to care for our teeth.
Consider them the regular refueling of a vehicle.
But to ensure that things are in tip-top condition, we want to consider regular general dentistry …
The TMJs or temporomandibular joints – it’s pronounced “tem-puh-roe-mun-DIB-u-lur” – work like a hinge on each side of your jaw, connecting your skull and jawbone. TMJ disorders can cause severe pain in your jaw and in the muscles that control …
In his essay “The History of Animals,” Aristotle became the first writer (that we know of) to write about wisdom teeth. Here is what the Greek philosopher said: “The last teeth to come in man are molars called ‘wisdom-teeth,’ …
It may be the most common question that a San Diego family dentist – or indeed, any dentist anywhere – is asked: What is the best kind of toothpaste? You may be surprised by the answer. It probably doesn’t matter …
The Affordable Care Act (ACA) specifically stresses child dental care, but it makes dental care optional for adults. Some ACA plans include dental coverage, and ACA customers can also buy stand-alone dental plans. Adult dental benefits “are still optional,” according …
