SCOTTS VALLEY, SANTA CRUZ CA Pain that is constant and radiates in your head, neck, or mouth is a sure sign that something is wrong with your body. Although several people dismiss temporomandibular joint disorder (TMJ) as something else, such as stress or sleeping in an awkward position, TMJ could be the underlying condition causing […]
Author: Ariana Ebrahimian
Brighten Your Smile This Summer
Categories: Cosmetic Dentistry
SCOTTS VALLEY, SANTA CRUZ CA We are in a season of renewal and revitalization. All the green is back, flowers are blooming again, and birds are singing. What better time to renew your smile with whitening treatments in Scotts Valley? Today on the blog, Ebrahimian Integrative Dentistry shares answers to commonly asked questions about Opalescence, […]
5 Ways your Sleep Quality and Overall Health are Suffering
Categories: Sleep Disorders
SCOTTS VALLEY, SANTA CRUZ CA Not getting enough sleep can cause a plethora of health concerns. The American Sleep Association states that ten percent of adults and 15 percent of children suffer from bruxism. This medical condition causes jaw clenching and teeth grinding while you sleep. Although the situation may seem harmless, there are several […]
Get Rid of your Migraines at Scotts Valley Dental Office
Categories: Sleep Disorders
SCOTTS VALLEY, SANTA CRUZ CA Living with chronic headaches can quickly spoil your day. You may try various remedies such as drinking more water, taking vitamins, using over-the-counter medications, meditation, exercise, or avoid caffeine in search of relief. Unfortunately, those remedies may not ease your head pain. Your chronic migraines may be caused by a […]
Is My Child’s Thumb Sucking Habit a Big Deal?
Categories: Pediatric Dentistry
SCOTTS VALLEY, SANTA CRUZ CA Parents often enter dental offices with concerns about their child’s thumb-sucking or pacifier use at different ages. Although it may seem to be a harmless act, the habit could cause long-term problems with the development of the child’s teeth and mouth, resulting in additional complications. Therefore, your Scotts Valley family […]
Understanding the Benefits of Sealants
Categories: Pediatric Dentistry
SCOTTS VALLEY, SANTA CRUZ CA Back teeth, like molars have deep crevices that trap food and bacteria. Left in these deep crevices, those food particles become a breeding ground for bacteria that cause cavities. This often is the case for children because they tend to not brush their teeth well. Sealants are a way to […]
6 Main Causes of Sensitive Teeth and How to Deal
Categories: General Dentistry
SCOTTS VALLEY, SANTA CRUZ CA When you sip hot coffee, does it hurt your teeth? Do you avoid eating ice cream or other frozen treats because you know the cold sensation will make your teeth ache? For many people, tooth sensitivity is triggered by hot, cold, and acidic foods. Unfortunately, this sensitivity also may occur […]
3 Must-Do Dental Hygiene Practices to do before Bed
Categories: Oral Health
SCOTTS VALLEY, SANTA CRUZ CA Since you were a child, people have been telling you how important it is to brush your teeth every day. So it might surprise you to know that, according to a recent study, 23 percent of Americans replied they had gone two or more days without brushing their teeth. For […]
Warning Signs that you have Gingivitis
Categories: Gum Disease
Scotts Valley, Santa Cruz CA Gingivitis is the first stage of gum disease, a bacterial infection in the gums. It causes gum inflammation and bleeding, and is the leading cause of tooth loss among adults. According to the Mayo Clinic, more than 200,000 new cases of gingivitis are diagnosed every year in the United States. […]
3 Common Causes of Toothaches
Categories: General Dentistry
Santa Cruz, Scotts Valley CA Tooth pain strikes at the worst time. It happens to nearly everyone at some point. When this happens to you, the best course of action is to see a general dentist in Scotts Valley. You no longer have to let dental pain prevent you from living life to the fullest. At […]
