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Cosmetic Dentistry

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Cosmetic dentistry covers a variety of advanced solutions for chipped and cracked teeth. However, dentists who practice cosmetic dentistry must have continued education to place veneers and dental implants.

Why Cosmetic Dentistry Education is So Important

Without continued education your teeth could end up look like Chiclets gum. Worse yet, restorations that don’t fit your mouth could pose other complications including the way your teeth fit together.

What most people don’t realize is that cosmetic dentistry is not recognized as a specialty by the American Dental Association. Furthermore, any general dentist can technically craft a cosmetic crown or place a veneer.

While most general dentists wouldn’t place veneers without more education patients often pressure their doctors to do so. This could have disastrous results for both the doctor and the patient.

Cosmetic Dentistry Experts

Not everyone looks great with a mouthful of big white teeth. You probably have that one friend who went just a little bit too far with professional teeth whitening. Thankfully that will never happen when you become a patient of Saddleback Dentistry.

Whatever the shape of your mouth or the color of your teeth you’ll want to schedule an appointment with your Laguna Hills Cosmetic Dentist before you proceed with any cosmetic dentistry treatments.

Both Dr. Dean Garcia and Dr. Ryan Conkle are cosmetic dentists who love to keep up with continued education taking seminars, classes and workshops focusing on cosmetic dentistry and advanced dental technology.

A Virtual Smile Consultation

One of the best ways to catch a glimpse of your new smile is with a Virtual Smile Consultation. Firstly, this exciting 21st century dental technology in Laguna Hills is fast and easy. Secondly, you don’t have to visit the dentist’s office to have the consultation.

If you have a mobile phone with internet access the rest is easy. All you have to do is take a picture of toothy grin, fill out some pertinent information and send it to your cosmetic dentists in Laguna Hills.

Once the doctors receive the information they will go over it coming up with the best recommendations for your new smile.

In Person or Virtual Cosmetic Dentistry Results

When Dr. Ryan Conkle and Dr. Dean Garcia have determined the best formula for your smile one of the team members from Saddleback Dentistry will schedule an appointment for a virtual or in person appointment for your cosmetic dentistry recommendations.

Some Recommendations May Include:

  • Dental Implants
  • Cosmetic Dental Bonding
  • Enamel Shaping
  • Tooth Colored Fillings
  • Oral Appliance Therapy
  • Inlays
  • Onlays
  • Porcelain Veneers
  • Dental Bridges
  • Orthodontics
  • Clear Braces
  • Same Day Dentistry
  • TMJD Therapy

Whatever your situation Saddleback Dentistry has the solution. Call or send a text and schedule an appointment today.

Whether it’s virtual or in person you’ll be amazed at the results. Schedule your dental appointment in Laguna Hills today.

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Bruxism More Common than You Think

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Bruxism; if you have never heard the word, you are not alone. With that being said, you may be one of the billions of people on the planet that suffer from the condition.

According to Saddleback Dentistry in Great Laguna Hills grinding and clenching teeth is quite common with more and more people scheduling dental appointments to combat bruxism.

What is Bruxism?

Bruxism is involuntary and causes a person to grind and clench teeth. Bruxism can happen while you are awake and at night. In fact, you probably won’t be aware that you are clenching or grinding your teeth while you are sleeping.

Whether you grind at night or during the day it can have dangerous consequences to your teeth and your bite.

bruxism_dentist_Laguna_HillsWhat Causes Tooth Grinding?

Although researchers aren’t sure what causes bruxism, they do know it can lead to clenching and eventual teeth grinding.

While it is impossible to narrow down one single cause, there are several reasons a person may clench and grind teeth.

Stress and anxiety are the biggest cause for concern. People tend to clench and grind when faced with an unpleasant or negative situation as well.

Dr. Dean Garcia also explains that people with high levels of stress tend to grind teeth more frequently. If you have a change in sleeping patterns it could also be the reason you clench your jaw.

Studies show that grinding teeth is preceded by an escalation of cardiovascular and brain activity. This might explain why grinding and clenching is a symptom of obstructive sleep apnea, a condition that causes a person to stop breathing while sleeping.

More Cases in Laguna Hills

Dr. Dean Garcia and Dr. Ryan Conkle from Saddleback Dentistry have seen a higher percentage of bruxism cases lately. You certainly can’t argue the fact that most people have had to deal with an incredible amount of stress over the past 18 months.

Everyone copes with anxiety differently and sometimes your jaw and your teeth take the majority of the stress whether you know it or not.

Other Factors Include:

  • Fear
  • Anger
  • Anxiety
  • Bite Issues
  • Problems with your TMJ, Jaw Joints
  • Smoking
  • Alcohol
  • Caffeine
  • Snoring
  • Depression

More research is need to understand the connections between the factors and why they affect clenching and grinding.

Teeth and Bruxism

Both clenching and grinding cause extreme stress on your jaw and teeth. If Bruxism is not treated by your dentist in Laguna Hills the condition will probably get worse.

You May Have Bruxism if You

  • Clench and Grind Teeth
  • Have Teeth that are Worn
  • Experience Jaw Pain
  • Have Facial Pain
  • Experience Earaches
  • Have Headaches
  • Are Dealing with Jaw Stiffness
  • Have Pain in Your Temporomandibular Joints, Jaw Joints
  • Suffer from a Lack of Sleep

Help for Bruxism in Laguna Hills

If you or someone you know is clenching and grinding, call and schedule an appointment with Saddleback Dentistry. The bruxism experts are able to diagnose and treat the condition giving you peace of mind and a better night’s sleep.

Call or send a text and schedule your dental appointment in Laguna Hills today.

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A Smile Makes You Feel Good

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Everyone knows how much better it feels to smile, but did you know that even faking a grin can make you feel better? According to Saddleback Dentistry, your smirk or grin boost the feel good receptors in your brain, but there are also a few other benefits to putting on a happy face.

Research indicates that kids do it about 400 times every day while average adults who usually grin do it about 50 times every day. Typical adults only ever smile around 20 times each day. It seems that as people age smiling is less common, which is really a shame.

Why Smiling is Good for You and Your Health

Smiling:

  • Reduces Blood Pressure
  • Increases your Endurance
  • Makes you More Likeable
  • Reduces Stress and Pain
  • Strengthens your Immune System
  • Makes you Appear More Courteous and Friendly
  • A Smile is Contagious and Helpful

People who smile are more apt to get the job or promotion because they appear, and actually are, more confident. Self-confidence is a real plus when it comes to impressing people, especially those in charge.

Smiling also boosts the endorphins in your brain. You’ll notice that when you turn up the corners of your mouth, everyone else will as well, even if your smile isn’t so genuine.

Don’t have the energy or teeth and gums to smile? No problem. Saddleback Dentistry specializes in restorative and cosmetic dentistry and has just the solution for your cracked, chipped, stained and missing teeth.

Whatever the problem, you can feel confident when you become a patient of the best dentists in Laguna Hills.

Some of the procedures your cosmetic dentist might recommend include:

  • Dental Implants
  • Porcelain Veneers
  • Cosmetic Dental Bonding
  • Enamel Shaping
  • Gum Lift
  • Oral Appliance Therapy
  • Orthodontics
  • TMJ Disorder Therapy
  • Professional Teeth Whitening
  • Inlays
  • Onlays
  • Tooth Colored Fillings
  • Clear Braces
  • Complete Mouth Makeover

Of course, some may only need one of the above procedures to boost confidence while others may need several or most of the procedures above.

Smiling Makes You Happy

Did you know that smiling also makes others around you feel better about themselves as well? According to your Laguna Hills cosmetic dentist a smile a day really does keep the doctor away.

Keep Your Smile

If you would like a smile makeover consultation or are happy with your smile, but need a dental checkup in Laguna Hills, call; send a text or a direct message to a team member from Saddleback Dentistry.

Your new smile is waiting. All you have to do is pick up the phone and make the call. You’ll be happy you did and so will your friends, family and strangers you meet on the street.

Call today.

 

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Saddleback Dentistry launches new website!

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Dr. Dean Garcia, Dr. Ryan Conkle, along with the entire Saddleback Dentistry Team, are excited to announce the launch of our new website!

This new and improved website experience will provide patients with better communication, content and answers for all oral-health related topics. If you have any questions or requests, please reach out to us anytime.

Saddleback Dentistry provides all General Dentistry and Cosmetic Dentistry services. We are known for our warm, caring and friendly patient experiences.

We look forward to welcoming you on your next visit to our Laguna Hills California Dental Office! Until then, have a wonderful day that’s filled with smiles.

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