Orthodontics is a specialty field of dentistry that addresses irregularities in teeth, especially alignment and the way the top and bottom rows of teeth meet or fit together when your mouth is closed. Specialty trained dentists and orthodontists provide treatments to...
Oftentimes, we remember the facial expressions and smiles from famous portraits like that of George Washington. However, we rarely know the true story behind them. George Washington’s adult life was plagued by tooth loss and tooth decay. Did you know that George...
Periodontal disease is the inflammation and infection of the gum tissues that needlessly afflicts the oral health of millions of Americans each year. It often starts out as gingivitis. It occurs when plaque and residual food particles are not effectively removed...
Tooth decay and bad oral health are almost entirely preventable! That being said, did you know: Tooth decay is one of the most common chronic diseases affecting children today Kids with poor dental health are almost three times more likely to miss school due to dental...
In order to properly care for your smile, you need to clean it each and every day. Generally, brushing twice a day and flossing once a day can do the trick—but only if you have the right brushing and flossing techniques. To help you make sure you’re properly cleaning...
New Year, New You Every year, we create resolutions aimed at improving our health. It is important to include your dental health too! Taking proper care of your gums and teeth can have a significant impact on your overall health and life. Perhaps, you want to ensure...
Your tooth enamel is made from mineral crystal structures that give your teeth the strength to bite and chew food. The density of these mineral structures helps repel bacteria from forming cavities and they can also reduce sensitivity issues. At the same time, if you...
Brushing your teeth with a soft-bristled toothbrush is the most effective way of cleaning residual plaque and food particles from the surfaces of your teeth. Adding a toothpaste to the brush makes it more effective for the task. At the same time, there are some brands...
If you drink soda often, your smile is vulnerable to enamel erosion and tooth decay, which are two dental issues that can result in tooth sensitivity and tooth extraction if you’re not careful. So, it’s best to avoid these two problems as much as possible. You can do...
Routine dental appointments are critical to the maintenance of our health, especially for kids. It’s important that parents instill this habit in their children at an early age. A trip to your dentist at Republic Dental Pleasanton may seem like a trivial task for...
