Berkeley Hills Dentistry Blog

You brush your teeth every night and visit your Berkeley dentist every six months, but you still wake up each day with unpleasant, embarrassing morning breath. The cause of this frustrating phenomenon? Often, it’s dental plaque. Fortunately, there are many steps you can take at home to fight plaque and protect your vibrant smile.

Even though the mouth is an integral part of the body, dental care isn’t typically covered under your health insurance policy. You need a separate dental insurance policy to cover the costs of regular oral care or you can opt to pay out of pocket.

If you have a decayed or cracked tooth, your dentist may recommend a dental restoration such as a dental crown or filling to repair the damage. Dental fillings are available in many varieties, including tooth-colored and metal. Which is right for you, and what should you know about them?

If you don’t want to suffer through the pain and embarrassment of metal braces, Invisalign can often be the perfect solution. This comfortable and nearly invisible teeth straightening system works gently to shift your teeth into alignment with clear aligner trays.

As we age, everyday wear and tear takes a toll on our teeth. Discoloration, receding gums and tooth loss all can age us well beyond our years. If you have found yourself not loving your smile or feeling that it has lost it’s luster, you’re definitely not alone. Plenty of Americans feel insecure about unattractive…

Whether it’s sensitivity, bleeding gums, or a burning sensation, most of us have experienced pain in our mouth at some point. Pain and swelling can occur anywhere in the mouth, including the tongue, gums, inside of cheeks, and roof of the mouth. If you are experiencing severe mouth pain in Berkeley, please call our office…