When a tooth is fractured by a blow to the face or another form of oral trauma, it can lead to multiple complications. The damaged tooth will likely experience heightened sensitivity and perhaps pain. If it’s not treated and repaired in short order, it could gradually start to trap plaque and stray food particles. This […]
Periodontal disease afflicts the gums of millions of Americans each year. In fact, the American Dental Association estimates that 47 percent of people over the age of 30 suffer from gingivitis or more significant forms of periodontal disease. The unfortunate reality is that periodontal disease is easily preventable. Brushing your teeth twice each day and […]
When stains set into your smile, it can leave you feeling socially awkward. Unfortunately, the whitening agents in whitening toothpaste and whitening strips are rarely potent enough to remove deep stains from tooth enamel. In a situation like this, a professional whitening treatment administered by your dentist, Dr. Malcolm J Boykin DDS, can safely and […]
What is a dental crown? If one of your teeth is damaged or decayed, Dr. Malcolm J Boykin DDS may recommend a dental crown in Ramona, CA. A dental crown, which is tooth shaped, is placed over a tooth to restore its shape, size, strength, and appearance. When cemented in place, the dental crown will […]
Do you know what you would do during a dental emergency? Do you know what would qualify as a dental emergency? Accidents can happen very quickly and can be incredibly unpleasant experiences. But if you know what to do, you could actually take steps to save your tooth. Many things can constitute a dental emergency. […]
Seeing a child grin at you is a great feeling—but how would you feel if you noticed your child’s teeth changing colors? Fortunately, there are a few things you could consider doing after you’ve diagnosed the root of the issue. But your child’s tooth discoloration can actually be caused by a number of issues. What […]
If you’ve ever sat down to a movie and dreamed of having a smile like a Hollywood actor, you are in luck. Dental veneers have become the go-to standard for achieving a stellar smile. Even many stars of the silver screen lack the genetics for a wonderful smile, so they turn to veneers for help. […]
Believe it or not, but it’s entirely possible to completely fracture a tooth. If you do end up with a fractured tooth, you obviously need it restored so that you can have the full function of your mouth back. With that in mind, let’s look at one of the most popular methods for restoring a […]
If your teeth are well aligned and overall look good but are stained or discolored from years of drinking coffee or other colored drinks, [practice_name] offers the perfect solution to bring back confidence to your smile. Dental whitening will help clean away the stains and brighten your smile so you can smile, talk, and laugh with […]
A tooth that has been marred by chips, discoloration or old fillings can often benefit from cosmetic restoration. One of the most common methods our dental team recommends for addressing a problem like this is to have the tooth restored by a porcelain dental crown. The process of placing a dental crown in Ramona, CA, […]