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A Straighter Smile Can Also Mean a Healthier Smile

September 30, 2014 No Comment

Many of us get our teeth cleaned at a dental office at least twice a year. Many times, the areas that we struggle trying to brush and floss are the same areas the dental hygienist struggles with as well. Sometimes the problem can be poor restorations, but the majority of the time it is due […]

Why is Oral Health Important for Men?

July 31, 2014 No Comment

When a man comes into my dental office, I always ask them “Do you have a toothache or did your wife make you this appointment?” Inevitably the man responds “Yes” to one or both of the questions. Men are less likely than women to take care of their physical health, and according to studies and […]

Carmel Valley Dentist – ObamaCare and Dentistry

June 18, 2014 No Comment

Dental practices and the public alike are navigating the maze of the Affordable Care Act (ACA) also known as ObamaCare and how its healthcare mandates relate to dentistry. As part of the ACA, dental care for children is cited as one of the 10 essential health benefits, but the reality is that pediatric dental plans […]

When Should You Start Taking Your Child to the Dentist?

May 15, 2014 No Comment

The early years of a child’s life are challenging. Making a child’s dental visits “easy” for both the child and the parent is a goal of mine. I like to start seeing the children at the age of 2 for a meet and greet appointment. These appointments are usually the parent’s cleaning appointment and the […]

Begin Your Teeth Straightening Smile Today!

April 18, 2014 No Comment

The most common method to straighten crooked teeth is to place metal braces on one’s teeth, as well as utilize rubber bands to help put our teeth into alignment. While this is a great way to fix crooked teeth, having a mouth full of metal does not always appeal to everyone. But luckily, Torrey Hills […]

Can Care Credit Can Be a Good Vehicle for Financing Expenses?

March 6, 2014 No Comment

Dental Patients Should Still View Care Credit as an Excellent Vehicle to use for Financing their Expenses Recently CareCredit, a division of GE Capital, announced that it had agreed to refund $34.1 million in a settlement with the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB), to resolve allegations that it misled patients about the terms of credit […]

A Brand New Smile in Just One Afternoon

February 12, 2014 No Comment

Dental veneers are one of the most popular types of cosmetic dentistry often requested. With veneers, a layer of thin, tooth-colored porcelain is placed on the surfaces of one’s teeth to correct, chips or cracks, uneven tooth alignment, spacing or worn tooth enamel. With dental veneers one can transform their smile, giving them a new […]

Understanding Your Dental Flexible Spending Account

January 7, 2014 No Comment

Understanding Your Dental Flexible Spending Account (F.S.A.) and How to Utilize it for Your Advantage A flexible spending account (FSA), also known as a flexible spending arrangement, is one of a number of tax-advantaged financial accounts that can be set up through a cafeteria plan of an employer in the United States. An FSA allows an employee to set […]

The Convenience of Modern Dentistry

November 15, 2013 No Comment

Most of us over age of 40 have had the experience of a dental crown. The shots, drills, impressions, temporary for 2 weeks and an inconvenient second visit. The experience, although necessary, lacks the efficiency that most of us demand in this fast paced world we live in. No one can put it better than […]

Invisalign – Not Just for a Pretty Smile Anymore!

October 3, 2013 1 Comment

Invisalign is a virtually invisible solution, so you can smile confidently both during and after treatment. By using a series of clear, removable aligners, Invisalign gradually moves your teeth toward the smile you’ve always wanted. And, almost no one will know you’re wearing them unless you tell them. Many people believe that Invisalign is only […]

Periodontal Disease May Play a Role in Pancreatic Cancer

September 20, 2013 No Comment

Bacterial infections may play a role in triggering pancreatic cancer according to recent studies. A growing number of studies suggest a role for infections – primarily of the stomach and GUMS – in pancreatic cancer. The disease is a particularly deadly cancer, which the American Cancer society estimates will kill nearly 38,500 Americans in 2013. […]

Creating a Crown or Bridge that is a Perfect Fit!

September 9, 2013 No Comment

It’s not entirely uncommon to need a crown or bridge sometime during your lifetime. At Torrey Hills Dental, we have advanced technology that makes getting a crown a whole lot easier. Using a CEREC machine, we can produce a crown the same day, without having to take any impressions. As a result, no temporary crown […]