Brush Up on Modern Toothbrushes

13 years ago

Is a manual toothbrush as good as an electric toothbrush? Good, old-fashioned brushing, without batteries, can be as effective as…

Thanksgiving and Teeth: From the First Thanksgiving to Today

13 years ago

This holiday has been celebrated in America for over 300 years. The traditional story states that Pilgrims at Plymouth Colony…

New Study Links Common Virus to Oral Cancer

13 years ago

A recent study by the University of Southern California has linked a widespread virus, human cytomegalovirus (CMV), to the most…

Periodontal Disease: How Bad Could It Be?

13 years ago

We’ve all been reminded to floss regularly and brush.  A lack of good dental home care can contribute to periodontal…

Gum Disease and Diabetes

13 years ago

Recent research links periodontal disease (gum disease) to a number of systemic health conditions, one of which is diabetes. November…

Ouch! My Teeth Hurt!

13 years ago

Toothaches have many causes, from cavities and fractures to internal infections. Tooth sensitivity is a bit different from a toothache.…

Periolase No-Cut, No-Sew Laser Gum Treatment

13 years ago

If you’re one of the nearly 80% of Americans who have gum disease, and the condition has gotten out of…

Dental Implants San Diego

13 years ago

Choosing whether to replace missing teeth with a dental bridge or a dental implant is a big decision. Cost, of…

Dr. Ann Kania, Periodontist for North County, San Diego, Encinitas

13 years ago

As a periodontist, Dr. Ann Kania provides diagnosis of and treatment for gum disease, a condition that afflicts up to…