5 Tooth-Friendly Tips for a Healthy Smile this Thanksgiving

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thanksgiving

SCOTTS VALLEY, SANTA CRUZ CA As Thanksgiving approaches, it’s important to prepare not only your dinner menu but your smile too. You must take all necessary precautions to safeguard your grin while eating and savoring your favorite dishes. Since the delicacies, snacks, and desserts that line the kitchen table can be bad for your teeth, […]

Will my Teeth Suffer Damage from Eating Halloween Candy?

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eating halloween candy

SCOTTS VALLEY, SANTA CRUZ CA Halloween is a favorite time of year when oral health is often forgotten. Buckets and bags of candy can be strong temptations and have you mindlessly rifling through to find your favorite treat. But can Halloween candy damage your teeth? Our Santa Cruz family dentists at Ebrahimian Integrative Dentistry share […]

Does Mouthwash Replace Flossing?

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does mouthwash replace flossing

SCOTTS VALLEY, SANTA CRUZ CA Mouthwash is an excellent addition to your at-home oral care routine. It can provide multiple benefits to your tooth enamel and gums beyond brushing alone. On the other hand, flossing is a standard practice that should be included in your oral care regimen. To explain things in more detail, our […]

How long should a Dental Crown last?

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how long should dental crown last

SCOTTS VALLEY, SANTA CRUZ, CA Dental crowns are an excellent choice to protect and save a severely damaged or cracked tooth. Porcelain dental crowns are crafted from the highest quality of dental materials and are durable enough to withstand everyday usage for five to ten years. However, with proper care and maintenance, dental crowns could […]

8 Dentist Approved Oral Health Tips for Everyone

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SCOTTS VALLEY, SANTA CRUZ, CA The American Dental Association advises every person to see their dentist once every six months for a check-up that includes a professional dental cleaning and an oral examination. Do you keep up with this recommended schedule of care? Most people don’t! According to data on the Centers for Disease Control […]

Is Tongue Thrust a sign of Autism?

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tongue thrust and autism

SCOTTS VALLEY, SANTA CRUZ, CA According to data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, about one in every 54 children has been identified with a disorder somewhere on the autism spectrum. The number of cases of Autism continues to grow, with the number of children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) now surpassing all […]

The Best ways to keep your Teeth Clean while Wearing Braces

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SCOTTS VALLEY, SANTA CRUZ, CA Getting braces can be an exciting time. You’re finally on your way to achieving perfect teeth! However, not taking good care of your teeth while wearing braces could leave you feeling surprised or disappointed once your braces are removed. Oral hygiene is vital for everyone, but there are specific steps […]

How Vitamin D Deficiency could be making you Sick

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lack of vitamin d cause sickness

SCOTTS VALLEY, SANTA CRUZ CA Even with the vaccines still available, COVID-19 is still out there. The coronavirus pandemic has all of us thinking more and more about our overall health and wellness. And, if you were stuck at home for extended periods of time during the pandemic, stress, junk food, and the always-available food […]

Can I Still go to the Dentist even if I don’t get the COVID Vaccine?

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can i go to to the dentist without covid vaccine

SCOTTS VALLEY, SANTA CRUZ CA The coronavirus pandemic turned everyone’s world upside down. But since the introduction of the COVID-19 vaccine, hope is on the horizon. California state’s goal is to vaccinate everyone that wants the vaccine by summer 2021. Currently, frontline workers in healthcare or long-term care facilities, individuals 65 and older, and those […]