5 Questions for Choosing the Right Dentist
Are you dissatisfied with the quality of dental care you’re currently receiving? Have you moved to a new city? Has it been years since you’ve visited the dentist? If you answered yes to any of these questions, we’re here to help!Good oral health is essential to maintaining overall wellness, and you deserve the best dentist […]
STOP! Save this number under “emergency dentist” in your phone right now.
Dental emergencies often happen when you least expect them, but that doesn’t mean you shouldn’t be prepared for them! If you live in the Salinas, CA area, go to your contacts right now and add our phone number to the list. Dr. Mark Washburn provides 24-hour dental care for unexpected dental emergencies, such as: A […]
7 fun ways to get your kids brushing better
As a parent, you understand the importance of oral care. But convincing your child of the necessity of everyday tooth brushing can be a challenge. That’s why we suggest you give these fun tips a try. They’re sure to make the routine more kid-friendly. 1. Find the right toothbrush and toothpaste Visit your local […]
How To Keep Your Teeth Safe During Contact Sports
“No blood, no foul,” is a popular saying on basketball courts in parks and gyms everywhere. However, as a dentist who has often treated patients in emergency dental situations, I can tell you that blood is best avoided. This is no reason to avoid contact sports altogether – they are, after all, great fun, great […]
What Is A Tooth Crown?
A tooth crown is an artificial tooth covering. A tooth crown is a great way to protect your tooth from further damage. It completely covers the core of the tooth, protecting the top and the root from damage and decay. The whole visible portion of the tooth, both above and below the gum line, is […]
Reducing Stress Will Improve Your Oral Health
You’ve decided to work on improving your oral health, as a New Year resolution. Of course, we all know that sugar is bad for our teeth, but did you know that stress plays a part in your oral health as well? Stress is often associated with grinding your teeth, canker sores, and other problems that […]
The Impact Stress Has on Your Teeth
Stress is an unavoidable part of life. In fact, many people feel that stress is more unavoidable than it used to be. This tension takes a toll on your body sooner or later. While many people are familiar with the sore muscles and strained vision that stress can bring, as well as more serious issues […]
Salinas Teeth Cleaning Tools
You know that regular dental cleanings are important- but you might not know that one of the most important reasons for having your Salinas Teeth Cleaning is due to plaque. Plaque is a whitish bacterial film that can cover your teeth and is a leading cause of gum disease. When untreated, gum pockets can form […]
Salinas Cosmetic Dentist Explains Dental Calculus
Four Ways to Prevent according to your Salinas Cosmetic Dentist Dental Calculus has nothing to do with math. It is the technical terms for plaque or tartar build-up in the mouth. During regular dental examinations, your dental team will remove the build-up with a scalar. The dental calculus is made up of calcified bacteria and […]
Three Great Reasons to Visit your Salinas Teeth Whitening Professional
These days, it seems like there are hundreds of ways to whiten your teeth. It’s easy to walk into any pharmacy or grocery store and pick up a home whitening kit or one of the many varieties of whitening toothpastes out there. But before you get too carried away, here are some points about Salinas […]