Dental implants are one of the greatest advances in the field of dentistry. They are an artificial tooth root that is surgically implanted into the jaw of a patient, to replace a missing root. The implant, in turn, can support an artificial tooth. Dental implants are available from Winston Spencer DDS in La Jolla. Sometimes […]
Celebrity Smiles Without The Annoying Paparazzi
Hello friends of Weston Spencer DDS – Conservative Comprehensive Dentistry! Close your eyes. Picture the most dazzling smile you have ever seen. Perhaps it is the attractive smile of your significant other. Perhaps it is your favorite actor, actress, or singer. What makes this smile memorable? The brilliant color? The beautiful translucency? The pleasing shape? […]
Dental Implants And Smile Makeovers
In this post from Weston Spencer DDS in La Jolla, we ask: makes a beautiful smile? White teeth? Uniformly-shaped teeth? Straight teeth? What problems prevent sensational smiles? Crooked teeth are generally considered unattractive. Yellow or gray teeth lessen the appeal of a smile—even one that is perfectly healthy and aligned. Beauty, it has been said, […]
Are Toothpicks Good For Cleaning Teeth?
At Weston Spencer DDS, we always remind our patients how important it is to clean their teeth on a regular basis. Not just the front surfaces, but between the teeth, too. This is essential for cavity prevention. What’s the best way to go about getting those narrow spaces between teeth? That’s an easy one: dental […]
Gum Health Affects Risk Of Type 2 Diabetes
This post from Weston Spencer DDS in La Jolla looks at the connection between diabetes and oral health, and may be of interest to anyone with diabetes. Scientists have known for quite some time that people with diabetes have higher rates of gum disease. Maintaining proper blood glucose levels is the key to minimizing the risk […]
Sealants Prevent Cavities For Kids
Your child’s first dental exam should occur when the first teeth are in, usually between six months and one year of age. During your child’s first check-up at our Weston Spencer DDS – Conservative Comprehensive Dentistry office in the La Jolla, California area, we can discuss sealants, a clear layer of plastic applied to the grooved surfaces of the […]