Even though your tooth enamel is very hard, it is still vulnerable to oral bacteria and the acidic foods and beverages you consume. Overtime, these things can start to erode the microscopic mineral crystals that make up your tooth enamel, making your teeth prone to tooth decay and tooth sensitivity. Fortunately, exposure to fluoride helps counteract this effect. Fluoride essentially... read more »

Just like any other part of your body an injury can happen to your tongue, teeth, cheek, gums or any other part of your mouth. Even though you can never completely prevent all oral emergencies and injuries from happening, Dr. Vinh T. Pham offers a few simple oral care items to keep stocked in your first aid kit to be... read more »

If you’re about to repair your smile with dental bonding treatment in Campbell, California, then our Kirkwood Dental team is happy to tell you what to expect during your appointment so you can be prepared and relaxed in the dental chair. When you come in to meet with your dentist, Dr. Vinh T. Pham, you can expect the following steps:... read more »

After forming the abutment that will later secure your permanent crown, your Kirkwood Dental dentist cemented a temporary crown in place. It’s worth noting that the hard plastic cap of your temporary crown is only meant to protect the abutment for a short time, while the dental lab is busy custom making your final permanent crown. You need to always... read more »

You might not associate tooth decay with babies, but even infants’ teeth can have problems. Tooth decay in infants, commonly referred to as “baby bottle tooth decay,” is quite a serious concern. Since maintaining oral health in babies is a key part of healthy development, here is some information about baby bottle tooth decay. All tooth decay is caused in... read more »

Dental implants have been available to help restore an individual missing tooth for over twenty years. In recent years, dental implant technology and techniques has continued to advance. Now they can also be used to anchor a bridge or create anchor points to lock removable dentures into place. The process starts with Kirkwood Dental examining your mouth and taking some... read more »

Cancer is a disease in which cells grow uncontrollably and invade and damage the surrounding tissues. Oral cancer can occur in the lips, tongue, cheeks, floor of the mouth, and hard palate. These cancers can be life threatening if they are not detected, diagnosed, and treated early. When you visit Kirkwood Dental for your dental exam and cleaning, Dr. Vinh... read more »

According to the American Dental Association, men are less likely than women to take proper care of their smiles, which is a major problem. Men are still vulnerable to every dental issue in the world today, even if they think they’re invincible. If you’re a man who tends to avoid dental care and oral hygiene, our Kirkwood Dental team asks... read more »

For a healthy, beautiful smile, you want to not only protect your pearly whites but your gums as well. Brushing and flossing every day will keep both your teeth and gums healthy and the outcome will be a beautiful smile. Neglecting this daily oral hygiene routine can lead to tooth decay and even gum disease as well. Removing oral bacteria... read more »

When tooth enamel is worn down, sensitivity develops so that even brief exposure to temperature sensitive food or even cold air can make your teeth hurt. Tooth sensitivity is when the layer of dentin with its microscopic tubules filled with nerve endings is exposed. While tooth enamel is the strongest substance in the human body, dentin is much more sensitive.... read more »