From the Desk of
Nelson Y., Howard, D.D.S., A.A.A.C.D.

It’s the start of a brand-new year! If you’re like most people, you’re probably working on your list of New Year’s resolutions. Are you brainstorming ways to increase your health and wealth in 2022? Well, here’s a secret – choosing to make your resolutions about your oral health can create a win-win situation for your mouth and bank account! Read on for some ideas that’ll help you keep a healthy smile all year long.

Porcelain veneers are a common cosmetic option because they allow patients to enhance their smiles by correcting aesthetic flaws in their teeth. Because of this, they have become a staple for celebrities and anyone who is looking to upgrade their smile.

However, just because your veneers are made from porcelain does not mean that you are immune to tooth decay. Your teeth that support veneers can still develop cavities. Continue reading to learn how maintaining your veneers in Rancho Bernardo can help prevent such problems.

Over the years, you become accustomed to dentures, but you dislike having to replace them frequently. You also hate that you can’t eat some of the foods you used to, like carrots and uncut apples. That’s when you learn about dental implants. By attaching your dentures to implants, you get a lot more stability and strength in your bite, along with a host of other benefits. You’re excited to go from normal ones to implant dentures, but what will the transition be like? How can you make the change as smoothly as possible? Read on to find out!

You have a special event coming up in a few months, and you want to look your best. You get a fresh haircut and pick out clothes you like, but there’s still something missing when you see yourself in the mirror—confidence in your smile. At this point, you need professional help. Although many general dentists offer cosmetic services, it’s important to find a specialist to make sure your teeth look amazing for your special event. Read on to learn why you should turn to a cosmetic dentist.

A lot of people are in the market for a smile upgrade, but will they make the best choice for an improvement? If your teeth have issues like misalignment, discoloration, or maybe a chip, you might avoid a public smile even when you want to be friendly.

Fortunately, you can always turn to porcelain veneers and make a drastic improvement. One of the most popular procedures in cosmetic dentistry, veneers can solve all sorts of dental drama you might be facing. Keep reading to learn some benefits of porcelain veneers from a cosmetic dentist in Rancho Bernardo.

You shouldn’t settle for anything less than the smile you want. There are a lot of treatments out there to help you feel confident about your teeth, but how long does cosmetic dentistry last?

Will your results be permanent or is another dental checkup needed pretty soon? Keep reading to learn about the lifespan of various cosmetic treatments and see how long you’ll be able to benefit from them.

Do you have multiple teeth that are severely worn-down, broken, or missing altogether? If so, your dentist may recommend full mouth reconstruction. This approach combines multiple dental treatments, often making the process more affordable and conservative than performing each of them separately. While each full mouth reconstruction plan is personalized for the patient’s needs, it helps to have an idea of what to expect when recovering. Below, you’ll find some general guidelines for what it’s like to heal from common restorative dental procedures.  

To many people, straight, white, and uniform teeth are a sign of a healthy smile. For some, that includes having dental implants placed to fill in the gaps in their grin. If you recently invested in one or more dental implants, the last thing you’d want is for your new smile to look discolored and dull over time. So, do dental implants stain in the same way as natural teeth? Read on to learn more.

While looking through old family photos, you’re probably shocked to see just how much your smile has changed over the years. If your teeth are now discolored, dingy, or worn-down, you likely feel self-conscious and try to hide them as often as possible. Although you can’t prevent the effects of aging, your cosmetic dentist can help you get the pearly whites you’ve always wanted. Read along to learn how cosmetic dentistry can make you look younger.

Fortunately, losing a tooth no longer means that you need to go the rest of your life without it. There are numerous tooth replacement options out there to help people get their smiles back. Dental implants are a preferred option because of their numerous benefits. Before committing to this treatment option, you want to be well informed and that means knowing some of the common terms associated with dental implants. Here are a handful of them.