The bacteria that causes gum disease also causes heart disease. And heart disease can lead to gum disease. Plus, there’s an interaction between your oral health and stomach problem, lung conditions and diabetes. When you get rid of gum disease, you’re getting healthy and getting more life than you ever thought possible. Let us explain
read moreSome people’s teeth are more sensitive than others. Sensitivity toothpaste often helps a lot, especially if you experiment with brands to find the best one for you. Small procedures can also make a big difference in sensitivity you notice in just one area. Learn more during your FREE oral health consultation, available by calling Capri
read moreWho doesn’t like to see a Star Wars image? And this starry graphic is in support of a stellar idea: Carry floss or floss picks with you everywhere you go to make sure you can clean away annoying debris immediately. To see if it’s time for a pro dental cleaning, call for your free oral
read moreChildren who eat a healthy diet and learn good dental health practices early are less likely to have cavities, so teach them right to avoid the plight of cavities. When cavities are an issue in children or adults, fillings and other restorations stop progression and restore full function. Learn more at a free oral health
read moreWhen a tooth is knocked out, handle it only by the crown, not the root – and reinsert it if possible, then get to a dentist within 30 minutes. If reinserting isn’t possible, keep it wet in milk, water or a wet paper towel. And keep it clean. You can even put it between your
read moreOr we should say, it isn’t normal for a tooth to be sensitive to cold. It could have a chip, crack, decay or gum disease around it. But it’s perfectly normal for you to be cold if it’s cold outside. We hope you know that. To get that tooth thing looked at, call Capri Modern
read moreChildren can’t learn when they’re in pain, and dental-related illnesses cause the loss of an astounding 51 million school hours. Less obvious than a broken arm and more real than that unconvincing cough your kids get when they want to stay home, dental issues only get worse when they aren’t treated. Learn more about our
read moreYou want to make sure you change your toothbrush every couple of months and every time you’ve been sick. The viruses and bacteria that caused your illness could live on in your brush. Oh. Did not know that. And that’s just gross. Ick. Wow. Just change it please, OK? Learn more about oral health at
read moreBacteria and debris can build up for days on your tongue if you don’t brush it or use a tongue scraper – and yes, that’s a real thing. You can also use a spoon or the back of your toothbrush to push away junk from your tongue. See how healthy your mouth is at a
read moreMaybe you weren’t expecting a lesson in how to brush your teeth right now, but why not take a moment to make sure you’re following the best teeth-cleaning techniques? When you’re ready for a pro cleaning and the restorations you need for total dental health, contact Capri Modern Dentistry in San Diego at 858-679-8918
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