The key to successful oral hygiene is a compilation of all parts of your treatments, daily habits, and the minimization of everyday risks. Within each branch of the oral health care tree, your habits can be broken down further and enhanced for a more powerful effect. Take dental floss for example. The types of floss that you use, the techniques... read more »

Your teeth get the incredible hardness to bite and chew hard foods, thanks to the strength of your tooth enamel. Unfortunately, there are some extreme situations when a blow to the face or other oral trauma can potentially crack, shatter or severely fracture a tooth. If the damage to the root and socket of the tooth is severe, your dentist,... read more »

Did you know that tooth decay affects 60-90% of teenagers and adults, according to the World Health Organization? In fact, tooth decay is the most common disease among children in the U.S., according to the Academy of General Dentistry. However, the good news is that tooth decay is preventable with diligent daily attention. Dr. Vinh T. Pham at Kirkwood Dental... read more »

Even though your teeth are tough, the tooth enamel is still not impervious to damage. While a blow to the face can cause a shallow crack in a tooth, damage could also occur from something as simple as grinding your teeth or chewing on ice. Even if the crack doesn’t threaten the internal structures of the tooth, it could still... read more »

Losing teeth is a lot easier than you might think. Any sort of trauma to your face – when playing contact sports, for example – puts you at risk for losing teeth. Teeth that suddenly pop out need immediate attention and care. That’s why we’ve put together these two pieces of incredibly important tips to help you know exactly what... read more »

You may know that you should brush your teeth if you’re interested in protecting the health of your teeth, but did you know that brushing and flossing could also help your overall health? If you don’t care for the health of your teeth, plaque and bacteria may enter your bloodstream and cause long-term damage. Even major organs such as your... read more »

If someone were to approach you and ask if you take good care of your teeth, would you say yes? Sure, you may brush your teeth twice daily, but what else, if any, methods do you use to ensure optimum oral health? Ask yourself the following questions to determine your overall oral health level. - Do you avoid sugary drinks... read more »

Your tooth enamel is made up of microscopic mineral crystals. While this makes tooth enamel very strong, it is not impervious to enamel erosion caused by acidic foods and beverages and the bacteria in your mouth. As time goes on, this process, known as demineralization, can create microscopic pores and channels in your tooth enamel. Prolonged enamel erosion can expose... read more »

If you have lost a tooth, it can seriously compromise the appearance and function of your mouth. Without timely restoration, this could lead to further complications and alignment issues in your bite. To replace the tooth, your dentist, Dr. Vinh T. Pham, might recommend having a bridge installed. A dental bridge in Campbell, California, is an appliance that represents three... read more »

Do you know what you can do to keep your teeth healthy and strong? You probably know that it’s important to brush and floss every day, but did you know that your toothbrush could actually let bacteria and germs into your mouth if you don’t care for it properly? Luckily, it isn’t too difficult to care for your brush—but there... read more »