Managing Anxiety Before a Smile Transformation
August 13, 2021
Will it hurt? Am I still going to look like myself? How much is this going to cost? These are just a few of the questions and anxieties that you may have as a new patient who is in the process of deciding to change your smile. To help put your mind at ease and…
Good Habits to Pick Up the First Week After Getting Braces
August 6, 2021
Getting braces is a big step in improving your smile. It’s also a big adjustment—one that can take some getting used to. It’s normal to experience discomfort right after getting your braces put on. After all, you now have a mouthful of hardware that wasn’t there before! You may also experience some pain as your…
7 Advantages of Same-Day Crowns
July 21, 2021
A dental crown looks like the visible upper portion of a natural tooth and, if created by an expert, like Dr. Marine, no one will know that you did not always have a perfect set of teeth. Crowns are used for a wide variety of conditions, including cracked teeth(holding them together), covering up chipped ones,…
Dentistry Is More Gentle Than You Think
July 13, 2021
“Will it hurt?” This is one of the most common questions we hear from our patients, and our answer is that, as dentists, your health is our number one priority and that includes your comfort. We take pride in our approach to dentistry. The team at Pacific Dental Care is focused on providing the highest…
Am I a Candidate for Fastbraces?
July 7, 2021
One of the most common drawbacks of traditional braces is that they take a long time (several months to years) to produce results. There is an option, however, that allows you to straighten your teeth in a reduced time frame: the aptly named Fastbraces. https://pacificdentalcare.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/11/orthodontics-before-and-after-case-5.png What are Fastbraces? Designed to be a more efficient alternative…
How High-Quality Same-Day Crowns Work
July 7, 2021
Crowns are a popular dental restoration that are used in a variety of dental work. Some of the ways they can help restore and maintain oral health is by: Repairing chipped, cracked, or broken teeth Strengthening weak teeth Attaching bridges Covering discolored teeth Adding protection to dental implants Crowns provide this wide range of uses…
Considering Orthodontics? Make Sure Your Teeth Are (and Remain) Cavity-Free
June 22, 2021
Before you commit to getting braces or another kind of orthodontic appliance, it’s important to make sure your teeth are in tip top shape and cavity-free first. Once your braces go on, things get a little more complicated in your mouth. Make things easy for yourself (and your dentist!) by committing to good dental hygiene…
Why Your Dentist Can Help if You Have Problems with Snoring
June 20, 2021
Have you been told that you’re a snorer? Or that you stop breathing for periods of time during the night? If so, you may have sleep apnea, a common condition that is characterized by stop-and-start breathing during sleep. Sleep apnea can have serious outcomes, so if you do show symptoms, it’s important to check in…
Surprising Habits that Can Negatively Affect Your Smile
June 12, 2021
We all know that we need to brush twice a day and floss once. But even if you are really good about that, there may be some bad habits about that process you haven’t considered: https://pacificdentalcare.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/oral-health-whitening-6112021.jpg Don’t use a hard-bristled brush Don’t brush with horizontal strokes–these could actually damage gums and wear down enamel. Don’t…
How Oral Health Benefits from Teeth Whitening
June 9, 2021
When considering teeth whitening, you may be wondering whether your oral health can also benefit from this procedure. If you keep up with good oral health habits, but still not satisfied with the color of your smile, then teeth whitening is a frequently recommended procedure. Although whitening procedures are not the primary treatment for conditions…
