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Many people with a fear of going to the dentist have heard dental myths or horror stories of a bad check up or dental practitioner at some point in their lives. While these misconceptions may seem harmless at first, if they’re keeping you away from scheduling regular bi-annual appointments or leading to subpar oral health […]

Center for Beautiful Smiles recommends routine cleanings for your teeth every six months or so. Professional cleaning generally involves: Scaling teeth Scaling the gumline Removal of plaque and tartar Polishing to remove stains Smoothing of the tooth’s surface All of this is done with the primary objective of keeping your teeth and gums healthy. If

At the Center for Beautiful Smiles, we are proud to participate and serve in the community. You can find us every other Tuesday at the Otay Ranch Farmer’s Market. Please stop by and say hello to your Chula Vista dentist when you get the chance!  

At Duke Sleep Wellness, there are many methods to deal with sleep apnea: Oral Appliance Therapy, Myofunctional Therapy, and CPAP Machines. All of which involve the medical knowledge of a doctor, but what can a patient do to assist in the treatment? One attribution to sleep apnea can be a patient’s weight and doctor’s often

At the Center for Beautiful Smiles, we are aware that it has become increasingly harder to avoid sugar. Food companies put the sweet, addictive substance in almost everything because it tastes good. Unfortunately, this does not bode well for the people who consume it. Once the body takes in sugar, it converts into acid which

Charcoal toothbrushes have been known to be used in certain South-East Asian countries for many years. Here in the states, however, style magazines are only now starting to plug toothbrush bristles made from charcoal. But Why Charcoal? Manufacturers claim that the material is more effective in cleaning than regular bristles. These brushes are used and

Charcoal toothbrushes have been known to be used in certain South-East Asian countries for many years. Here in the states, however, style magazines are only now starting to plug toothbrush bristles made from charcoal. But Why Charcoal? Manufacturers claim that the material is more effective in cleaning than regular bristles. These brushes are used and

Many of us equate tooth extractions with old age, maybe as a precursor to needing dentures. But the Royal College of Surgeons asserts that tooth extractions are the number one procedures in dental offices for children ages 5-9. The shame of tooth extractions is that they’re so preventable. 90% of tooth decay is treatable and

Sticking to a daily oral care regimen and scheduling bi-annual checkups with the Center for Beautiful Smiles is about more than just white teeth and straight smiles. The oral bacteria that festers from forgetting to brush, floss, and otherwise care for your teeth can lead to tooth decay, gum disease, viruses, and other common infections

Whenever you get a toothache, there’s typically a well-intentioned but ill-informed friend, relative, or coworker who has a “sure fire” home remedy to rid you of your pain. Often passed down from generation to generation, these home remedies can range from reasonable to downright odd. And while the best course of action when you have