January 1st is the beginning of healthy resolutions for many people. And while ringing in the new year with alcohol is often traditional, it’s also no surprise that it is commonly referred to as National Hangover Day after all those New Year’s Eve toasts. While alcohol consumption can make an occasion more festive and enjoyable, much like sugar, it should... read more »
Are you taking the time to brush your pearly whites at least twice each day? This basic oral hygiene step is vital to removing harmful plaque and oral debris, such as food particles, from causing your smile to have tooth decay or gum disease. Today, Dr. Raymond del Castillo would like to give you some useful pointers on brushing properly. ... read more »
The American Dental Association recommends having a routine dental exam performed every six months. This simple appointment is designed to clean your teeth of hardened tartar while also monitoring your mouth for signs of periodontal disease and cavities, as well as signs of oral and pharyngeal cancer. Detecting these oral health conditions early can significantly improve your chances of treatment... read more »
An accident or injury can sometimes knock a tooth out of its socket. In many of these cases the damage to the tooth and the socket structure is so severe that it cannot be treated by endodontic therapy. In a situation like this Dr. Raymond del Castillo will suture your gums and prescribe some pain management medication. This will help... read more »
Root canals are therapies used to save dying teeth. When a tooth is damaged, and the pulp is exposed, root canals must be used. If not, the tooth will have to be extracted. Listed below are some guidelines concerning root canal therapies: - As is the case with most health care services, multiple treatments for a single tooth will eventually... read more »
The surfaces of your teeth are covered with microscopic pores that extend deep into the tooth enamel. When you consume certain foods or drink dark beverages, it can allow dental stains to gradually develop on your smile. This is even more likely to be a problem if you use tobacco products. At first, you might be tempted to try using... read more »
Upgrade your summer smile with a set of dental veneers. Dental veneers are highly advanced cosmetic dentistry techniques designed to vastly improve the look of your teeth by placing a small, customizable shell on the fronts of teeth for an enhanced appearance of your smile. Dental veneers can be used for a single tooth that looks out of place or... read more »
Treat your smile to instant relief with CEREC® dental crowns. With CEREC technology, your dentist can take a dental impression of your damaged tooth and have a CEREC crown altered, shaped, sized, and colored on a computer to be milled the very same day, thus ensuring the possibility to have fast-acting relief when you need it without having to wait... read more »
As the weather warms, people are traveling to and fro, seeing all the amazing sites the world has to offer. If you’re one of these people, Dr. Raymond del Castillo and our dental team hope you have the greatest time! Our only wish would be for you to take good care of your smile while you’re taking your adventures. The... read more »
As the years go by, minor alignment issues can develop, altering the angle of one or two of your teeth and making them meet improperly in your bite pattern. At first, this aberration in your dentition is minor and might even go without notice. Over time, it’s possible for one tooth to cause excess wear and tear on another. This... read more »