by Eddie Kuo | May 15, 2023 | Dental Health
While the most common place for cavities to develop is on the biting surface of your back molars, cavities can really form on any surface of the tooth where bacteria is allowed to build up. When it comes to cavities, there are three main types: biting surface, smooth...
by Eddie Kuo | May 12, 2023 | Dental Implants
Whether you have lost a single tooth, most of your teeth, or all of your teeth, your dentist is likely to recommend that you replace these missing teeth. Tooth loss makes chewing your food more difficult but also contributes to a loss of bone in the jaw. Replacing...
by Eddie Kuo | Apr 26, 2023 | Cosmetic Dentistry, Veneers
If you hide your smile because of misaligned and discolored teeth or have uneven teeth that affect your bite, your dentist may have recommended veneers. Veneers are one of the most common cosmetic dental procedures performed each year and help people achieve the smile...
by Eddie Kuo | Apr 14, 2023 | Dental Health
When it comes to a quality dental hygiene routine, the American Dental Association recommends brushing your teeth twice a day for at least two minutes and flossing at least once a day. But what if you want to floss more than once a day? Can you floss too much? The...
by Eddie Kuo | Mar 17, 2023 | Dental Health
Chances are, when you were a child, you had a lollipop or other candy and noticed that your tongue turned an odd color. As an adult, you may have noticed white patches on the surface of your tongue. This food particle and bacterial buildup are typically taken care of...
by Eddie Kuo | Feb 19, 2023 | Extractions, Oral Surgery
Wisdom teeth, known as third molars, usually erupt between the ages of 17-25. While many people have the space for these teeth to come through, as many as 85 percent will need to have their wisdom teeth removed in their lifetime. Many dentists recommend removing...
by Eddie Kuo | Feb 13, 2023 | Dental Health
Toothaches can cause unbearable pain and, in most cases, are caused by tooth decay and infection. But the fact is, toothaches can occur when there is nothing wrong with the tooth. The roots of your upper teeth sit just underneath your sinus cavities. When you have...
by Eddie Kuo | Jan 27, 2023 | Dental Health
Chances are your other has a baby book or other memorabilia that highlights the date your first tooth erupted as a baby, as well as the day you lost your first baby tooth and had a visit from the tooth fairy. But have you ever wondered why exactly you have two sets of...
by Eddie Kuo | Jan 24, 2023 | Dental Health
A strong, chiseled jawline has long been a physical trait many men, and even women, strive for. Unfortunately, only some are born with this chiseled feature, though many still strive to achieve the strong, sharp jawline that many find more physically appealing. If you...
by Eddie Kuo | Dec 21, 2022 | Extractions
If your dentist has recommended wisdom teeth removal, you likely have numerous questions and concerns when it comes to this procedure. One common question people have when considering this procedure is if their face will change shape after the removal of wisdom teeth....
by Eddie Kuo | Dec 20, 2022 | Dental Health, Extractions
Wisdom teeth often begin to emerge at some point during the late teens to early years of adulthood and are often considered a rite of passage. In many cases, however, you do not have enough room in your mouth and jaw to support these third molars, meaning you will...
by Eddie Kuo | Nov 25, 2022 | Dental Health
When you are a child, the idea of losing a tooth means a visit from the tooth fairy and a surprise when you wake up. Unfortunately, as an adult, the loss of a permanent tooth doesn’t come with the same excitement. Unlike with baby teeth, the loss of a permanent tooth...
by Eddie Kuo | Nov 17, 2022 | Dental Health
Seeing a white tongue in the mirror after brushing your teeth may be a scary wake-up call in the morning. You may notice your entire tongue is white or covered in white patches. While this may take you by surprise, the fact is a white covering on the tongue can be a...
by Eddie Kuo | Oct 26, 2022 | Dental Health
A simple walk down the dental aisle of your local department store can be overwhelming. With an entire aisle filled with different kinds of toothpaste and dental products, how do you know which is the best toothpaste for you? When it comes to toothpaste, the choices...
by Eddie Kuo | Oct 20, 2022 | Dental Health
Blond hair and blue eyes are common genetic factors passed down by our parents, but can those same genes contribute to your bad teeth and oral health? Can you blame your crooked smile or gum disease on your parents? Can bad teeth be hereditary? The answer is maybe....
by Eddie Kuo | Sep 25, 2022 | Dental Health
When you drink a glass of lemonade, a bitter or sour taste is common, but it normally disappears after a little time or after brushing your teeth. However, if you have a bitter taste in your mouth that lingers or remains for an extended time and doesn’t improve after...
by Eddie Kuo | Sep 24, 2022 | Dental Health
No one wants to experience pain, but sudden pain can be even more challenging when you don’t know what is causing it. Whether you wake up with sudden jaw pain or it slowly builds during the day, you may assume that it is something dental-related. While times,...
by Eddie Kuo | Aug 29, 2022 | Teeth Whitening
We all hope for a bright, beautiful, and healthy smile. Unfortunately, that isn’t always the reality and tooth discoloration can often dull a beautiful, bright smile, leaving many to consider tooth whitening options. One trip down your local dental care aisle and you...
by Eddie Kuo | Aug 27, 2022 | Dental Health
We all know that smoking is bad for our overall health, but it can also be a major contributor to oral health problems. Whether you are smoking traditional cigarettes, cigars, vapes, or hookah water pipes, your risk of dental complications increases. But what about...
by Eddie Kuo | Jul 20, 2022 | Emergency Dentistry
Dental emergencies happen all the time but, when it happens to you, it can be a painful and scary situation. But what do you do when a dental emergency occurs and what is a true dental emergency? At New Leaf Rohnert Park, we understand how frightening a dental...
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