Advanced Dentistry of Alhambra Blog

In my practice I have patients that love to come for cleaning because they don’t feel any discomfort. I also have patient that are extra sensitive and need some accommodations in order to tolerate it.

How can you feel a toothache but not come from your teeth? Because the pain feels like it’s coming from your tooth, it’s natural to assume that all toothaches are caused by cavities, loose fillings or crowns, infection of the nerve or  gums, impacted wisdom teeth or some other tooth-related problem.

As dentists, the goal is to help our patients achieve a lifetime of a health mouth, which helps them eat well, smile without embarrassment and speak properly.

Q: I brush and floss at night, but in the morning weak up with bad breath. What else can I do?

A:  Saliva production decreases during sleep, which gives odor-producing bacteria an opportunity to multiply and grow. It is considered normal to have some odor in the morning. However, if you brush your teeth in the morning and the odor returns in an hour, than you definitely need to see your dentist to check for cavities and gum disease.   

For many people straight teeth are associated with a beautiful smile but is that all?

While well aligned teeth can make smile more attractive, straight teeth can also dramatically improve person’s oral health and function.