General Dentistry

SCOTTS VALLEY, SANTA CRUZ, CA Our dental enamel is as hard as steel but as brittle as glass. That’s why chips, fractures, or breaks are common in teeth. Sometimes, enamel damage may occur out of the blue as you chomp down on something hard, like a piece of candy or nuts. Other times, patients break […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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. […]

SCOTTS VALLEY, SANTA CRUZ CA Dentures are a part of life for many people who suffer from total tooth loss. Your dentist may advise you to consider dentures as a viable tooth replacement option. Denture wearers everywhere regain their ability to speak, eat, and smile with confidence. Having an idea of what to expect for […]