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Just as medical research advances each year, dentistry makes great strides as well, and often includes some natural components that can complement the traditional treatments we provide. We offer tooth-colored, white fillings in our Encinitas dental office for excellent results with a minimal impact on your smile.
Now, new research from the University of Illinois at Chicago has uncovered a natural ...
Choosing to replace your old, dark fillings is a personal decision. If you have had amalgams for a number of years, you may notice that your entire tooth begins to look a little gray or dark. Some patients find this unappealing and want a more aesthetic solution.
Here Are Some Things to Consider:
Typically, unless your filling ...
Getting a cavity when you diligently focus on brushing and flossing your teeth can feel frustrating. Many patients with good oral health routines still manage to suffer when the time comes for your next dental exam.
If it feels like you constantly get cavities, and you feel frustrated about it, here are some things you can do to protect yourself from ...
At Scott M. Jordan, DDS, we hesitate to recommend dental treatment unless there is a compelling reason to do so and we approach most dental care conservatively. In the case of silver amalgam fillings, some patients wish to replace them due to esthetics or because of concerns about mercury. We understand! Here are some situations where we may recommend that ...
It’s the information age and it is easier than ever to come by all types of free information on the Internet. The challenge with that is that you can find many different conflicting opinions and studies, so filtering through that information can provide a significant challenge. Many of our patients come to us wanting to learn about the safety of ...
Let’s face it, our teeth have a tough job to do! Chewing, crunching, and talking all day takes a toll on the appearance of your smile. If you suffer from bruxism, or clenching and grinding, you probably see even more wear on your teeth, making them appear aged. Having a damaged smile may make you feel self-conscious about the way ...
When it comes to your teeth, even slight imperfections can cause people to be self-conscious of their smiles. Most cosmetic dentistry procedures are for more extensive damage from severe discoloration to missing teeth, yet, with composite bonding, your dentist can repair minor flaws easily and quickly. At Scott M. Jordan, DDS we can restore your smile with composite bonding whether ...
We often hear about candy and how it causes decay, also known as cavities. Candy alone, however, does not cause decay, but rather provides fuel for the bacteria that cause dental decay and gum disease.
Bacteria love sugar. When you eat sugar and allow it to remain in your mouth, you are giving bacteria the fuel they need to ...
Many patients come to our office thinking that cosmetic dentistry is financially out of their reach. Cosmetic dentistry today is more affordable and successful than ever. We offer a wide range of cosmetic services to give you the smile you have always wanted.
If you would like to make small improvements to your smile such as whitening, improving spacing, closing gaps, ...
When you’re diagnosed with decay, you probably have questions about what materials we use for fillings in our Encinitas, CA dental office. We believe that dentistry can be both functional and attractive. That is why we offer tooth-colored fillings to our patients. Tooth-colored fillings, called composite fillings, have a few main advantages.
When ...