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About Root Planing and Scaling – Deep Cleaning Treatment
For the best possible dental health, it’s important that patients visit their dentists twice a year for regular checkups. While brushing and flossing on your own will be able to address a number of issues involving the teeth and gums, there are certain treatments that only a trained cosmetic dentist or restorative dentist will be able to perform. Such is the case with root planing and root scaling, which is […]
Dental Sealant Candidates
At Scripps Center for Dental Care, our team of experienced dentists believes in offering our patients comprehensive dental care. That means we pride ourselves in providing patients with high quality cosmetic dentistry, restorative dentistry, and general dentistry services. The goal of our general dentistry services is to maintain a healthy oral environment to prevent major dental problems. There is no better time to start quality general dentistry care than childhood; […]
New Zealand Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry Invitation
During a hands on demonstration, Dr. Weston showed how being creative with dental materials allows the doctor, to not only provide the patient with excellent customer service, but it also leaves the patient ecstatic by staying within their financial guidelines. Intra-oral mock-ups and taking accurate digital photography will also allow the patient to visually see and imagine what their new smile will look. The patient can even try out their […]
TMJ QUICK SPLINT:
Bruxism, teeth grinding, is often a night time habit that results in flattened, chipped, and fractured front teeth. While in the process of building a new smile, a way to protect the new smile and relieve irritation for TMJ is investing in the TMJ QuickSplint. The QuickSplint is a simple oral appliance which is custom fit at the time of smile preparation. The TMJ QuickSplint is utilized at home while […]
The Dangers of Dry Mouth
When people think of dry mouth, they usually think of speech impediments and difficulty eating. These are both annoying, but dry mouth involves much more than that. There are plenty of dental health and general wellness issues that are associated with dry mouth, and these cannot be taken lightly. When you meet with your San Diego cosmetic dentist, you can discuss these dangers of dry mouth in greater detail. Right […]
Patient Options: Oral Conscious vs. IV Sedation Dentistry
Many people get a little nervous about going to the dentist. These minor worries are common to everyone, though: possible cavities, possible gum disease, some other and unnoticeable dental problem. If those basic worries describe you, then you should know that they are normal. However, some people suffer from debilitating dental anxiety that can make even a routine checkup extremely difficult. The team at our San Diego cosmetic dentistry center […]
Why Braces for Children is a Great Treatment Option
Having teeth that are straight and properly aligned is an important step in ensuring dental health for the long run. Many times these issues are easier to correct and address when a patient is young, sometimes even before all of his or her permanent teeth have grown in. When you meet with a skilled San Diego cosmetic dentist, you’ll be able to learn more about all of your child’s options […]
What You Should Know About Root Canal Therapy
You’ve probably heard the term root canal before. You’ve likely heard about root canal therapy from mentions and depiction in the media, which tend to spread misconceptions about the procedure and what it entails. Yes, it can be uncomfortable and lead to sensations of soreness, but modern technology and techniques have made allowed patients to experience far less discomfort during the procedure an afterward. The team here would like to […]
San Diego Cosmetic Dentist Leads Two Workshops at AACD Seminar
Seattle, Washington – San Diego cosmetic dentist John F. Weston is leading two hands-on workshops for an international audience at the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry’s Annual Scientific Session, which takes place April 24-27, 2013 in Seattle. The American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry (AACD) is holding its Annual Scientific Session in Seattle this year. The event will feature informative workshops, exhibits tailored to the needs of dentists, and a roster […]
The Lava Chairside Oral Scanner: How Digital Dental Impressions Work
In order to ensure our patients receive the best possible dental care, we use the latest advances in dental heath technology. This means the elimination of traditional tools and the use of the latest in laser and digital technology. In the case of x-rays and impressions, we’re particularly happy to use advanced technology that greatly reduces radiation exposure and also enhances patient comfort. That’s why the Lava Chairside Oral Scanner […]