Root Canals aren’t as Scary as you Think

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root canals aren't scary

Santa Cruz, Scotts Valley CA New to root canals and you’ve heard the horror stories? If you have a pending root canal procedure, we can feel your angst from here, and we get it. That’s why we’re sharing this blog today — to help put your mind at ease. Let’s look today at all things […]

What Could be Causing your Daily Headaches?

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daily headache

Santa Cruz, Scotts Valley CA Do you find yourself reaching for a bottle of pain relievers almost every day … or even multiple times a day? Stress or certain respiratory issues like a cold or allergies cause frequent headaches. But stress, in particular, is far too often used as an excuse for why people think […]

What’s the Difference Between a Dentist and a Cosmetic Dentist?

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general vs cosmetic dentist

Santa Cruz, Scotts Valley CA General dentists can offer cosmetic or aesthetic dentistry treatments including teeth whitening, bonding and veneers. Likewise, cosmetic dentists can offer general dentistry treatments like cleanings, fillings and tooth extractions. But most times, one or the other is better matched to the treatment you need. It’s sort of like choosing a […]

What Does it Mean to be an Out-of-Network Provider

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delta dental

SANTA CRUZ, SCOTTS VALLEY CA Recently, Ebrahimian Integrative Dentistry became an out-of-network provider with Delta Dental. While this may sound like a bad thing if you have Delta Dental, we believe it will ultimately mean better care and long-term oral health for our patients. Here’s why we think you’ll benefit from this change. Dental insurance […]

5 Questions to Ask at Your Next Dental Visit

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questions to ask dentist

SANTA CRUZ, SCOTTS VALLEY CA Visiting the dentist twice a year allows the dentist to inspect our teeth and gums and us, as patients, to walk out of our appointment with a sparkling clean mouth … and, hopefully, good news that will carry us through until we see the dentist again. But checkups at the […]

5 Warning Signs that you are Overdue for a Dental Checkup

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finding new dentist in scotts valley

SANTA CRUZ, SCOTTS VALLEY CA The American Dental Association recommends that each person see their dentist every six months for a checkup. During the COVID-19 pandemic, however, many people lapsed in their regular regimen of dental care. One study in 2022 found that one-third of respondents had not been to the dentist at all since […]

The Hidden Costs of getting a Tooth Pulled

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pulling a tooth

Santa Cruz, Scotts Valley CA Americans spent as much as $162 billion on their health care in 2021, according to the American Dental Association. And just like your overall health, it’s better to spend money preventing issues than paying for expensive treatments later. However, failing to properly care for your teeth may lead to tooth […]

6 Tips to Maintain a Healthy Smile this Spring

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spring smile

SANTA CRUZ, SCOTTS VALLEY CA For many of us, the arrival of spring brings with it feelings of renewal and rejuvenation. Spring also represents an ideal time of year to refresh your smile. Just follow this six-step guide from your Scotts Valley dentists to maintain a healthy smile this spring. Tip 1: Review your brushing […]

Ways to Fix Crowded Teeth

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SANTA CRUZ, SCOTTS VALLEY CA Crowding in the mouth can occur from any one of a variety of factors: genetics, tooth loss, jaw problems, tongue thrust, excessive pacifier use as a child or an issue with a restoration such as a crown or filling. No matter what the cause of crowding, if you or someone […]

Break these Dental Habits

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break dental habits

Santa Cruz, Scotts Valley CA It’s said that the condition of a person’s mouth and teeth is a window into his or her overall health. So it only makes sense that we should want to take great care of our teeth. But every day, many of us engage in habits — some seemingly harmless and […]