SCOTTS VALLEY, SANTA CRUZ, CA Gapped teeth or diastema can be embarrassing and cause you to smile with a closed-mouth grin instead of showing your teeth. There are several reasons why your teeth may be gapped. But understanding the cause will help you and your dentist decide on the best treatment. Traditionally, orthodontics is the […]
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Follow these 6 Secrets for Long-Lasting Smile Makeover Results
Categories: Cosmetic Dentistry
SCOTTS VALLEY, SANTA CRUZ, CA Smile makeovers are designed to rejuvenate your teeth and gums, addressing problems with your smile. This unique approach accounts for your specific smile needs; whether you have chipped, stained, crooked, or uneven teeth, the best cosmetic dentists in Scotts Valley can help. Deciding to get a smile makeover can be […]
How to get an Attractive Smile in Scotts Valley
Categories: Cosmetic Dentistry
SCOTTS VALLEY, SANTA CRUZ, CA Smiling is an instantaneous and effective way to communicate with others. Studies show that smiling people tend to be happier, enjoy a fulfilling social life, go further in their careers, and develop better relationships with others. However, when your smile is discolored, uneven, gapped, or damaged, it can send the […]
6 Unexpected ways Sleep Apnea can Ruin your Life
Categories: Sleep Disorders
SCOTTS VALLEY, SANTA CRUZ, CA Sleep apnea is a disorder that impedes breathing during sleep. It restricts airflow, often causing loud snoring, which sounds harmless. But unfortunately, untreated sleep apnea has some significant health consequences that can affect your life in different ways. Today on the blog, our sleep apnea dentists in Scotts Valley share […]
Can Tongue-Ties be Treated at Any Age?
Categories: Tongue Tie
SCOTTS VALLEY, SANTA CRUZ, CA Tongue-ties are a condition that develops from birth and, if not treated, can have lasting impacts on your looks and ability to eat, breathe, and speak properly or without restrictions. Some adults have lived their entire lives with an untreated tongue-tie. A new mom may discover that her newborn baby […]
How long should a Dental Crown last?
Categories: General Dentistry
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 […]
4 Best Practices to Prevent Gingivitis
Categories: Gum Disease
SCOTTS VALLEY, SANTA CRUZ, CA Gum disease affects about half of adults in the U.S., although it’s an entirely preventable disease. It’s estimated that about two out of every five adults have some form of gum disease, which begins as gingivitis. However, the best way to prevent gum disease is prevention. Otherwise, ignoring gum disease […]
What are my Options for Fixing a Tooth that’s Broken in Half?
Categories: 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 […]
Why do I see Pink in the Sink when Brushing?
Categories: Gum Disease
SCOTTS VALLEY, SANTA CRUZ, CA Noticing pink in the sink when brushing your teeth may cause uneasy feelings. Even though regularly caring for your teeth and gums can help fight against significant bacterial build-up, there are still possibilities for gum infections. Our Santa Cruz family dentists at Ebrahimian Integrative Dentistry share on the blog today […]
Why do Women Struggle with their Oral Health?
Categories: Oral Health
SCOTTS VALLEY, SANTA CRUZ, CA Men and women face varying struggles with their health. And their oral health is no different! Maintaining your oral health consists of sticking to a daily oral hygiene routine, as well as seeing the dentist twice a year. But for some people, women specifically, following all the rules isn’t enough […]
