Everyone wants to have a good experience when they go to the dentist, whether it’s for something simple like a cleaning and checkup or more extenstive dental work. At Weston Spencer DDS in La Jolla, the patient experience is important to us. We strive for excellence in everything we do. What are some of the […]
Why Look For The Seal?
Here’s a reminder from Weston Spencer DDS in La Jolla: when you go to the store for oral care products, make sure your purchase carries the seal of the American Dental Association. You can depend on the American Dental Association (ADA), which only places its seal on a product after it has been evaluated to […]
What If My Dental Crown Cracks, Comes Loose, or Comes Off?
Dental crowns from Weston Spencer DDS in La Jolla not only improve the appearance of a damaged tooth, they improve its strength and structural integrity. Crowns are sturdy covers for teeth that have undergone extensive dental work. They are made from durable materials and meant to last for years. But they aren’t indestructable, and sometimes […]
Gum Disease Linked To Alzheimer’s: Keep Those Gums Healthy!
Gum disease is a leading cause of tooth loss, but it’s a treatable condition at Weston Spencer DDS in La Jolla. Keeping your gums healthy is essential for your overall health, but if you need yet another reason to keep them healthy, we’ve got a doozy. Scientists have found a connection between a bacteria that […]
Great Reasons to Floss Your Teeth
Flossing your teeth is just as important as brushing them, which is why we always remind our patients to floss at Weston Spencer DDS in La Jolla. We’re using this short blog post to review the best reasons to floss. Flossing and gum disease. Since dental floss gets into areas your toothbrush cannot reach, it […]
Beware Of Hidden Sugar
Most of us consume far too much sugar. That isn’t exactly a news flash, but at Weston Spencer DDS in La Jolla we want to remind you what sugar does to teeth, and what you can do about it. We get cavities when acids in the mouth attack the enamel and dentin of the teeth. […]