The Best Oral Hygiene Hacks if you Wear Braces

Categories: Orthodontics
oral hacks for braces

SCOTTS VALLEY, SANTA CRUZ CA There are a lot of people in the world that wear braces, and if you are one of them, you know how important it is to keep your teeth clean. When wearing braces, you must pay special attention while cleaning your teeth and gums. Oral hygiene is very important. Suppose […]

5 Tooth-Friendly Tips for a Healthy Smile this Thanksgiving

Categories: General Dentistry
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, […]

What does it Mean if a Toothache Causes Ear Pain Too?

Categories: Dental Emergency
tooth and ear pain

SCOTTS VALLEY, SANTA CRUZ CA When a person has a toothache, it can be painful and inconvenient. Sometimes it starts out as a dull ache, or it can be very intense from the beginning. There are many times that a toothache can cause pain in other areas, such as the ears. Toothaches can sometimes make […]

Rehab your Smile Without getting Dentures

Categories: Dental Implants
smile without dentures

SCOTTS VALLEY, SANTA CRUZ CA People lose teeth for many reasons. These include accidental injuries, medical conditions, or not caring for their teeth and gums. No matter how you lose your teeth, you don’t have to live without teeth or end up with dentures. Dentistry has made huge advancements, and our dentists here at Ebrahimian […]

What is the Buteyko Breathing Method, and how can it Help Me?

breathing

SCOTTS VALLEY, SANTA CRUZ CA Breathing through your nose is fundamental for good overall health and wellness. But, it may come as a surprise that 80% of the population breathes incorrectly. The Buteyko Breathing Method is a non-pharmaceutical approach to removing the negative effects of over breathing. A few of the many symptoms of over-breathing […]

Will my Teeth Suffer Damage from Eating Halloween Candy?

Categories: General Dentistry
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 […]

Scotts Valley Dentists Answer 5 Questions about Dental Implants

Categories: Dental Implants
answer questions about dental implants

SCOTTS VALLEY, SANTA CRUZ CA Researching tooth replacement options can yield multiple treatments from which to choose. From a dental bridge to partial dentures, you can restore your smile and fill in the missing tooth area. Unfortunately, the restorations are temporary and require repair or replacement over time. Fortunately, our Santa Cruz cosmetic dentists at […]

Does Mouthwash Replace Flossing?

Categories: General Dentistry
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 […]

Are Stress and Canker Sores Related?

Categories: Oral Health
stress and canker sores

SCOTTS VALLEY, SANTA CRUZ CA Discovering painful lesions in your mouth can be concerning, especially when you’re unsure of the cause. Canker sores form in soft tissues under your tongue, along your inner lips, or on the cheek walls. These small round abrasions may have a white or yellow hue but are generally harmless and […]

Does Lack of Sleep Affect your Mental Health?

Categories: Sleep Disorders
snoring and mental health

SCOTTS VALLEY, SANTA CRUZ CA Every day, people all over the world wake up and feel unrested. According to the CDC, more than one in three Americans struggle with sleeping regularly. Even though adults aged 18 to 60 should get a minimum of seven hours of sleep per night, many fail to do so and […]