SCOTTS VALLEY, SANTA CRUZ, CA Smiling is an instantaneous and effective way to communicate with others. Studies show that smiling people tend to be happier, enjoy a fulfilling social life, go further in their careers, and develop better relationships with others. However, when your smile is discolored, uneven, gapped, or damaged, it can send the […]
Author: Ariana Ebrahimian
6 Unexpected ways Sleep Apnea can Ruin your Life
Categories: Sleep Disorders
SCOTTS VALLEY, SANTA CRUZ, CA Sleep apnea is a disorder that impedes breathing during sleep. It restricts airflow, often causing loud snoring, which sounds harmless. But unfortunately, untreated sleep apnea has some significant health consequences that can affect your life in different ways. Today on the blog, our sleep apnea dentists in Scotts Valley share […]
3 Ways to Rejuvenate your Smile in 2022
Categories: Cosmetic Dentistry
SCOTTS VALLEY, SANTA CRUZ, CA The concept of a New Year’s resolution is becoming less popular as time passes. In a survey by Finder, more than one-fourth of all adult Americans didn’t even make a resolution heading into 2021. Instead of feeling burdened with a resolution, see the new year as a chance to make […]
Connecting the dots between Headaches, Fatigue, and Snoring
Categories: Sleep Disorders
SCOTTS VALLEY, SANTA CRUZ CA Adults who have a full schedule each day of the week can probably tell you about headaches, fatigue, and snoring. Headaches can often be the result of too much stress. Fatigue can result from being on your feet all day at work or being pulled in a million directions every […]
4 Essential Tips for Finding a New Dentist in Scotts Valley
Categories: General Dentistry
SCOTTS VALLEY, SANTA CRUZ CA If you’re looking for a new dentist, you may feel tempted to visit a practice that’s closest to your home for convenience sake or find a discount dentist that offers cheap services. It’s important to find a dentist that not only fits your needs but that has your best interest […]
COVID Cases are on the Rise. Should I Cancel my Dentist Appointment?
Categories: General Dentistry
SCOTTS VALLEY, SANTA CRUZ CA The pandemic has left a lot of us feeling uncertain. For many, the last place they want to be is in public, a crowded area, or at a medical facility. It is common knowledge that COVID is a respiratory virus that spreads through droplets in the air. So, you might […]
6 TMJ Treatments to Love this February
Categories: TMJ/TMD
SCOTTS VALLEY, SANTA CRUZ CA TMJ disorder is a jaw joint disorder that may lead to chronic migraines, jaw or facial pain, toothaches, ringing the ears, and more. The list of TMJ symptoms is so far-reaching that it has been known to be connected to fibromyalgia. The good news is that there are effective ways […]
3 Reasons for Orthodontic Relapse as an Adult
Categories: Orthodontics
SCOTTS VALLEY, SANTA CRUZ CA It took years and a major financial investment for you to undergo orthodontic treatment to straighten your teeth. Now you’re an adult. That retainer you received gets worn less often, if at all—assuming you know where it is. You’re not alone. Orthodontic relapse, which is when your teeth become misaligned […]
Is it Safe to Visit the Dentist during COVID?
Categories: General Dentistry
SCOTTS VALLEY, SANTA CRUZ CA COVID-19 had a huge impact on every aspect of our society. It’s changed the way we work, go to school, and socialize. People are thinking about their health and wellness more than ever before, but in 2020, dentists saw an approximate 30 percent drop in the total number of appointments. […]
Is it a Good Idea to get more than One Implant at the Same Time?
Categories: Dental Implants
SCOTTS VALLEY, SANTA CRUZ CA Dental implants are a standard solution for replacing missing teeth and restoring the functionality of your bite. You may need to replace a single or multiple missing teeth with implants. So, today on the blog, our experienced implant dentists in Scotts Valley discuss whether getting more than one dental implant […]
