What is your perception of the patient-dentist relationship? Would you describe it as one-sided? In other words, the dentist examines the patient’s teeth, chooses the course of treatment, and performs the procedure-while the patient is a minor participant. It Starts With The Atmosphere At Weston Spencer DDS – Conservative Comprehensive Dentistry, we don’t do things […]
7 Ways Bonding Can Beautify
Dental bonding is a popular cosmetic dentistry procedure in the Rancho Santa Fe area, but there are many patients who don’t know exactly what it is. Today in the Weston Spencer DDS – Conservative Comprehensive Dentistry dental blog, we explain 7 ways dental bonding is used in cosmetic dentistry. The dental bonding procedure uses a […]
If My Gums Bleed, Should I Stop Flossing?
This is a key question occasionally asked by patients at Weston Spencer DDS – Conservative Comprehensive Dentistry. The answer, however, is “No!” Bleeding is probably a sign that you need to clean your teeth and gums more thoroughly—not leave them alone. It is almost impossible to clean effectively between teeth without using floss or an […]
Top 5 Do’s And Don’ts Of Dental Hygiene
Welcome to our blog and thanks for stopping by. Weston Spencer DDS – Conservative Comprehensive Dentistry wants to furnish some uncomplicated tips for oral hygiene. 1.Do… remember you are just wiping the plaque away before it turns to tartar. A gentle toothbrushing at the proper angle can gently clean the bacteria away. Once plaque has hardened into […]
Total Mouth Reconstruction Is Now A Reality
Dentistry has advanced to a point where total mouth reconstruction is possible! Have you had several teeth extracted? Do you have other oral issues like bone or gum recession? Implants Can Be Used In Many Ways Dental implants are strong, functional, and naturally-looking restorations with roots permanently anchored into the jaw bone. Dental implants have […]
Do Veneers Make Teeth Look Bigger?
A well-designed veneer does not make your tooth look larger – unless you want it to. A veneer can correct many cosmetic dental problems and is a minimally invasive restoration. During the placement of some porcelain veneers, an extremely thin layer of enamel is removed from the tooth. If you have teeth with damage, discoloration, […]