Advanced Dental Care Blog

February 1-15, 2020

“A healthy water challenge everyone can do!”

We’re all about promoting healthy habits for mind, body, and TEETH! And there are some relatively easy ways we can all do better for ourselves like eating more fruits and vegetables, brushing and flossing twice a day, going for a 30 minute walk three times a week, etc. But as simple as those things sound, it’s actually harder to commit than it seems.

So what’s one thing that we already do everyday and doing more of can make us healthier? DRINKING WATER!

All of your friends, family, presents, and of course, delicious food, make the holidays a truly wonderful time of year. However, during this hectic and busy season of joy and travel, your smile is at a higher risk for problems like decay or chipped teeth. Thankfully, your dentist in Costa Mesa has some pro tips to ensure your smile’s safety. Keep reading to see how you can protect your teeth for the holidays!

It’s our favorite time of year again and another chance to give back to our community. This year we’ve partnered up with a local organization called Project Self-Sufficiency or PSS for short. PSS works with low-income, single parents who are busting their butts to make their lives better for themselves and their families. These people deserve to have a truly MERRY Christmas and we want to give that to them.

From now until December 13th, when you donate an item from the family’s wish list, you will receive your choice of:

Gift-giving can be stressful, especially when you’re particular about picking out presents that are practical, useful, and will get the recipient excited. If you’re at a loss for what to get your teenager, spouse, or really anybody who isn’t completely confident in their smile, Invisalign in Costa Mesa is a great way to show them just how much you care. This modern orthodontic treatment is the gift that will never stop giving, even decades from now. An aligned smile and bite can transform your loved one’s smile into a trait that they’ll be proud to show off. Here are four additional gifts you’ll be giving when you choose to give Invisalign treatment.  

Dental insurance can be confusing to navigate. Most people get frustrated and flustered with all the fine print and paperwork, but with the right dental professional by your side, the process can be a breeze. For your benefits, the “use it or lose it” rule applies, so you’ll want to schedule your routine checkup and cleaning before the end of the year, when your plan renews. Here’s a complete guide to dental insurance.

Can you believe it’s almost Halloween again?! Do you plan to dress up and trick or treat or stay in and pass out Halloween candy? Whatever fun activities you have planned, this Halloween is more than just a time to play dress up. It’s also a chance to do some good and save your smile (and waistline) in the process.

Have you ever worn a mouthguard during physical activity before? If not, you’re not being as safe as you could be. This plastic tray worn over the teeth is designed to protect against harmful contact with another person or hard object during sports. But do you need a mouthguard for all sports? Let’s take a closer look to answer that question and more you may have about mouthguards.

Hate going to the dentist?

For some people, going to the dentist is right up there with getting a colonoscopy, a prostate exam, a Pap smear (need I go on?). If you hate going to the dentist, take a deep breath, we’re here to help.

According to the Colgate website, “Dental anxiety and phobia are extremely common. It has been estimated that 9% to 15% of Americans avoid seeing the dentist because of anxiety and fear. That’s about 30 million to 40 million people. In a survey by the British Dental Health Foundation, 36% of those who didn’t see a dentist regularly said that fear was the main reason.”

No matter how old your child is, an important part of being a parent is helping them get ready for the new school year. From buying all the right school supplies to making sure their vaccinations are up to date, it’s crucial that they’re prepared for the coming year. One way to be sure they’re ready is by helping them keep their teeth in tip-top shape. Read on as a children’s dentist in Costa Mesa offers 5 things to add to your kid’s back-to-school checklist for healthy teeth.