Santa Cruz, Scotts Valley CA The internet serves many great purposes; for instance, you’ve found this article! Because of that, we can assume you may be searching for information about tongue ties and their release. Perhaps you’re a new mom wanting to breastfeed and your pediatrician or a lactation consultant has suggested a tongue-tie release […]
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6 Tips to Maintaining a Sparkling Smile
Categories: General Dentistry
Santa Cruz, Scotts Valley CA With the holidays upon us, we can all expect to see plenty of cell phones pulled out to document family and friend get-togethers with photos. Is your smile ready? The holidays also bring temptations and indulgences like sweet treats and boozy beverages — some of which can stain the teeth […]
Is Sugar really the cause of your Cavities?
Categories: General Dentistry
Santa Cruz, Scotts Valley CA You’ve heard it all your life: Don’t eat all that sugar! It causes cavities! But is sugar really the cause of tooth decay? The short answer is no. Sugar, itself, doesn’t cause cavities. It goes a bit deeper. Our family dentist in Santa Cruz is tackling this topic on today’s […]
How to Treat Chronic Headaches Without Medicine
Categories: TMJ/TMD
SCOTTS VALLEY, SANTA CRUZ, CA Just about everyone experiences headaches from time to time. The occasional headache usually is nothing serious. Headaches can often be caused by dehydration, stress or lack of sleep. In these instances, you can probably handle your pain with some combination of over-the-counter medications, rest and drinking water. However, what if […]
Am I Too Old to have my Tongue-Tie Treated?
Categories: Tongue Tie
SCOTTS VALLEY, SANTA CRUZ, CA On the underside of your tongue resides a thin strip of tissue that tethers the tongue to the floor of the mouth. However, in some individuals, this tissue, referred to as a frenum, is too thick or short. In these cases, the frenum restricts the tongue’s movement, which is known […]
3 Common Problems your Santa Cruz Cosmetic Dentist Can Fix
Categories: Cosmetic Dentistry
SANTA CRUZ, SCOTTS VALLEY CA Looking to turn back the clock or improve your appearance? Cosmetic dental treatments can transform you, without surgery or a lengthy recovery. Scotts Valley cosmetic dentist at Ebrahimian Integrative Dentistry, offers solutions to three of the most common dental problems. Whether you need to brighten dingy teeth or want to achieve […]
What’s it like to get a Dental Implant?
Categories: Dental Implants
SANTA CRUZ, SCOTTS VALLEY CA Implants are as close to natural teeth as a tooth replacement can be, from appearance to form and functionality — even down to the stimulation of the jawbone that a tooth root usually provides. This is why our cosmetic dentists at Ebrahimian Integrative Dentistry and countless others recommend dental implants […]
Smiling Through Retirement: The Importance of Dental Care for Seniors
Categories: Oral Health
SCOTTS VALLEY, SANTA CRUZ CA Dental health care is an integral component of overall wellness for people of any age, particularly as we get older. Unfortunately, seniors too often neglect their oral health, leading to serious health complications down the road. Retirement can create unique challenges when it comes to managing dental health care. This […]
What’s the Problem with a Tongue Tie?
Categories: Tongue Tie
Scotts Valley, Santa Cruz CA A tongue tie is a common condition apparent at birth that results in the underside of the tongue being tethered to the floor of the mouth, restricting the tongue’s movement. There are different degrees of tongue ties and some result in more severe symptoms than lesser classes of tongue ties. […]
Is Dry Mouth Cause for Concern?
Categories: Oral Health
SANTA CRUZ, SCOTTS VALLEY CA Saliva glands are exactly what they sound like: glands in the mouth that produce saliva. We don’t give much thought or credit to saliva, but it’s incredibly important to physical health, including dental health. Saliva aids in the digestion process by lubricating food and washing away food particles. It also […]
