Though thin and partially translucent, tooth enamel is the hardest substance in the body and has the critical job of protecting teeth from constant use and the continual assault of chemicals in food and drink. Enamel also protects tooth nerves from hot and cold foods. That’s why enamel loss often causes tooth sensitivity. Cuts heal. […]
The Future of Tooth Decay in La Jolla
Dental patients in the Rancho Santa Fe area may wonder what would happen if they didn’t seek quality dental care on a regular basis. The answer isn’t pretty frightening, but true. A common result of untreated tooth decay in La Jolla are cavities and then abscesses. A tooth abscess is an infection near the root of […]
Take 5: Let’s Talk about Braces in La Jolla
At Weston Spencer DDS – Conservative Comprehensive Dentistry, our team supports healthy oral hygiene and consistent dental checkups. However, hygiene for braces in La Jolla is a bit different. Here are five essential concerns to keep in mind with braces: 1. Be Careful What You Eat Sweets and extra food stuck in hard-to-notice spaces may lead […]
Dental Health in La Jolla: We Love Keeping Smiles Healthy
You may not realize this, but your child’s dental health in La Jolla is important to their overall health and well being. At Weston Spencer DDS – Conservative Comprehensive Dentistry, we love working with you and your children to ensure a healthy smile for life. Why? Because the health of your child’s teeth and gums […]
The Health Consequences of Missing Teeth in La Jolla
Today’s post focuses on bone health and missing teeth in La Jolla. Our teeth have many vital functions. We need them to chew our food, talk, and smile. But have you ever considered their role in holding up your face? When we lose teeth, the bone around the site of the extraction begins to recede. This, […]
Guide To Wisdom Teeth Extractions in La Jolla
For the 65 percent of patients who detect wisdom teeth in their late teens or early twenties, Weston Spencer DDS – Conservative Comprehensive Dentistry generally recommends removal. Wisdom teeth can damage adjacent teeth and nerves. Their awkward positioning can increase the risk of cavities and gum disease. Moreover, they often come in crooked, crowding the other […]