In general, your teeth should look opaque in color. This is due to our enamel, or the hard, outer layer of our teeth that provides protection against outside forces. Due to certain conditions or circumstances, our once opaque teeth can appear translucent or thinner. In some cases, a person is born with teeth already like … Read more
It’s no secret that flossing is an important part of the daily oral hygiene routine. Young children have teeth that are still developing and may need to be treated more sensitively. So, how do you know when it’s time for your kids to start flossing? Is it ever too early to start flossing? Our friendly … Read more
Everyone has a sweet tooth, and there’s nothing wrong with treating yourself to a piece of candy every now and then. Especially around the Fall season, with Halloween around the corner, it’s hard to resist taking a few bites of something delicious. As long as eating too many sugary sweets doesn’t become a habit, you … Read more
Any person who has gone to the dentist for a basic checkup and cleaning knows the dental x-ray routine. You are typically brought to a small room with an x-ray camera, and your dentist takes pictures of your skull and teeth for a few moments. This tiny amount of radiation is harmless and has no … Read more
For many, the ultimate goal is to have a sparkling white smile. But do white teeth really mean healthy teeth? After all, the majority of toothpaste, toothbrushes, mouthwashes, and even gum focus on their ability to deliver a whitening effect to your teeth. However, if whiter teeth are not necessarily healthier teeth, then it may … Read more
Did you know that an estimated 75% of adults in the US experience fear surrounding going to the dentist? For many who avoid visits to the dentist at all cost, the fear can steam from their childhood experiences or previous painful visits. Whether you have repeatedly experienced pain from visits to the dentist or have … Read more
Tooth decay is an occurrence that most people experience at least once in their lifetime. Whether it manifests itself as a cavity, tooth pain, or tooth loss, tooth decay can become a very big problem. In order to prevent tooth decay, it’s important to practice good dental hygiene habits. It is best to always be … Read more
Accidents happen. You fall and chip your tooth. While it isn’t the end of the world, it is a pretty big inconvenience. And one that can ultimately lead to threatening your health if left untreated. Some cases of chipped teeth are worse than others. So, should you see the dentist for a chipped tooth? At … Read more
Gum disease is a painful and debilitating disease of the gums that can affect your everyday life. Your ability to eat, chew, smile, and even brush your teeth can be seriously dampened if you don’t seek treatment or prevention. At Dental Care of Chino Hills, we support healthy teeth and gums for life. If you … Read more
At some point in our childhood, usually around the age of six or seven, we begin to lose our baby teeth. We may remember putting our tooth under our pillow, awaiting the tooth fairy, but most of us forget how the tooth fell out in the first place. Was there considerable pain? Did they fall … Read more