There’s a lot more to having white teeth than just brushing and flossing every day. Sometimes, because of genetics or our dietary habits, their brightness can fade. That’s why the demand for teeth whitening procedures has increased tremendously in the last decade.More and more people are choosing teeth whitening treatments to remove stains and lighten […]
According to the American Dental Association, you need to clean the space between your teeth with an interdental cleaner such as floss each day. Dentists, including our own, know that doing so helps prevent the buildup of a sticky film called plaque and prevents the onset of cavities and gum disease. When plaque is not cleaned […]
Veneers are thin, tooth-colored shells that solve a variety of functional and aesthetic dental problems such as chipped, stained, gapped, or uneven teeth.At Silicon Valley Dental Care in San Jose, California, our dentists, Dr. Martin R. Hatzke, DDS, and Dr. Mario J Cordero-Pangrazio, DMD, offer a wide range of treatments and procedures for all your […]
Molars are the flat teeth located at the back of your mouth. Their purpose is to grind the food you eat into smaller and easily digestible bits. Because these teeth are hard-working and have depressions and grooves, this makes them susceptible to tooth decay. That’s where dental sealants come in. As the name suggests, a dental sealant […]
A research paper published in the Journal of Dental Hygiene reveals that 50% to 80% of Americans suffer from mild to severe forms of dental anxiety. Of these, 9% to 15% avoid going to a dentist altogether. Fortunately, a solution to this problem exists. Sedation dentistry has emerged as a popular option to help people suffering […]
Do you have discolored teeth? Are you searching for ways to brighten them? Teeth whitening is what you need. You can improve the color of your teeth by at least two shades by getting an in-office whitening treatment. Read on to learn all the basics about teeth whitening, how it's done, and how to maintain whitened […]
If you are tired of multiple visits to your dentist to have your teeth restored and want a better and faster alternative that dramatically reduces the waiting time, you are in luck. Chairside Economical Restoration of Esthetic Ceramics or CEREC is the answer you’ve been looking for. Let’s take a look at how it works.CEREC: The […]
Family dentistry is almost the same as general dentistry. The main difference is that a family dentist is skilled at treating all members of a family across different age groups. This means that you can get treatment for the oral concerns of children, adults, and senior citizens at the same facility and eliminate the need to […]
Dental veneers are one of the easiest dental restoration procedures with astonishing results. They are customized oral appliances mainly used for cosmetic purposes that also help improve the strength and functionality of the teeth. Since veneers are made from tooth-colored material, they are also indistinguishable from the adjoining natural teeth, thereby allowing you to maintain a […]
Do you have missing teeth? Have you lost most or all of your teeth due to gum disease, tooth decay, or an accident? Are you searching for options to restore your smile? In any of these cases, dentures are one of the best solutions. Here is a brief guide on everything you need to know about […]