With smart oral care at home, and regular support from your dentist, you can protect your gums against the threat of gingivitis, the initial stage of a periodontal infection. Unfortunately, people who develop gingivitis do not always receive care in time, and that can lead to the development of periodontal disease. When this occurs, it… Read more »
Month: December 2019
The San Diego Lunar New Year Festival Is Jan 17-19
From Friday, January 17 through Sunday, January 19, the San Diego Lunar New Year Festival will be underway! You and your family can take part in the fun at SDCCU (Qualcomm) Stadium, where a number of live performances, demonstrations, educational activities, and more will take place. This is a great opportunity to join in the… Read more »
Lasers Offer A Modern Solution To Problems With Gum Disease
Gum disease is hardly a new problem, but it is a potentially serious one that still affects many people. As bacteria gather on teeth, you become vulnerable to the infection of your periodontal tissues. The fist stage of an infection, gingivitis, can be addressed through better oral care, and through a special preventive procedure known… Read more »
We Can Place Dental Implants To Help You Restore Your Smile
When periodontal disease affects an individual, there is a risk that they will experience tooth loss. Through modern, patient-friendly procedures, our Encinitas/San Diego, CA periodontal practice can protect you from experiencing this by maintaining those tissues that support your teeth. If you have already experienced tooth loss, we can talk to you about restoring your… Read more »
Enjoy The San Diego Zoo’s Jungle Bells Event Through Jan 5
Now through January 5, the San Diego Zoo is hosting its special Jungle Bells program! There will be special events, like shows, and other fun programs throughout each day while the program is running. Make sure you stick around in the evening, as many fun activities are scheduled for the later hours. This can be… Read more »
Tobacco Products Can Raise Your Risk For Gum Disease
When you smoke cigarettes, or regularly use any other tobacco products, you engage in a habit that can create several serious problems for your general health. Our Encinitas/San Diego, CA periodontal practice can tell you how the use of tobacco affects a person’s periodontal health in undesirable ways. By partaking in tobacco use, you can… Read more »
Using PRP Therapy To Address Tissue Damage From Gum Disease
You may be surprised by the degree of harm periodontal disease can cause you. The effects of gingivitis, the first stage of an infection, can be relatively mild. You may notice some swelling or reddening of your gums, or observe bleeding when you brush and floss. If you take action to address the infection at… Read more »
San Diego’s Holiday Half Marathon Takes Place December 21
On the morning of Saturday, December 21, runners will descend on San Diego for city’s annual Holiday Half Marathon event! Participants will be able to see the beautiful sights around the San Diego area, and take advantage of a net elevation drop that makes this an ideal opportunity to go for a personal best. Casual… Read more »
3 Habits To Change If You Want To Take Better Care Of Your Gums
What can you do to make sure you keep your full, healthy smile intact? If you want to protect your teeth, you need to take your periodontal health seriously. After all, gum disease is the leading reason people lose teeth as adults. While our Encinitas/San Diego, CA periodontal practice can offer effective modern solutions for… Read more »
Has Periodontal Disease Affected Your Gum Line? We Can Help
There are many problems that can affect you if you experience periodontal disease, some of which can have unwelcome effects on the way you look. One problem associated with an infection in your gums is the recession of your gum line. When this occurs, it can make your smile appear uneven, and it may cause… Read more »