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If you want a beautiful smile at every stage of your life, you must take good care of your teeth. That’s where family dentistry comes in. A family dentist will work with you in maintaining your smile’s health and beauty. Dr. Ryan Watkins, your “family dentist near me” from Dreamtime Dentistry, treats people of all ages […]

If you are currently dealing with a tooth that has become decayed or damaged, you might wonder what your restoration options are when you visit your local Vista, California dentist. Will you need a filling? A crown? Are there other options?  There are restorative options that fall in between a filling and a dental crown, […]

Modern dentists agree that dental implants are the gold standard of tooth replacement options. This strong consensus among dentists comes from years of research and real-life implementation. A dental implant that is well placed will look identical to a natural tooth while promoting healthy bone structure and providing full functionality without some of the weaknesses […]

Almost everyone knows that to treat a cavity in a tooth from decay, you need a dental filling. The different options for filling a cavity from a decayed tooth are not so well known. Fillings can be made of porcelain (ceramic), gold, silver amalgam (a mixture of various metals), or composite material.  If you’re particular […]

If you are looking for ways to prevent dental problems in the future and save money at the dentist, then consider stepping up your dental care.  Some simple steps may save you a trip to the dentist or reduce your anxiety next time you have a check-up. Why flossing regularly is important? Plaque is a […]

Reasons why it pays to take dental care seriously There are lots of reasons you might avoid regular dental care. Maybe you’re just too busy to schedule those appointments, or you just can’t afford the cost. It’s easy to understand why you would choose not to go—but it also makes sense that it could lead […]

What you need to know about take home whitening strips You may have seen the white stripes offered at mass retailers and wondered how well they work.  Are they right for me?  Whitening products come in a variety of forms for you to choose from. At-home teeth whitening products may not be as effective as […]

Believe it or not, charcoal toothpaste isn’t anything new. In fact, it’s been around since Roman times when ancient Romans would use charcoal powder to help keep their teeth clean. It’s now being used with a more modern purpose. How is it different? Charcoal is activated to be much more porous, making it adsorptive. According […]

Vista Sedation Dentistry Many people are afraid to go to the dentist because of the fear of experiencing pain during the whole process. Because of this, many people go on with their lives with painful toothaches since the thought of entering a dentist office scares them. The solution for this is sedation. Dental offices offer […]

Gums are a very sensitive part of your teeth, so it’s important to give them the attention they deserve. If you don’t take care of your gums, you can run into many different problems such as bone loss and infection. There are several ways you can keep your gums healthy for life. By doing these […]

The electric toothbrush has been a popular dental hygiene tool for decades, but electric toothbrushes cost more than their manual counterparts. Is it really worth the money? In 2002, the main consumers’ magazine in Denmark tested electric toothbrushes from nine different manufacturers. The tests were carried out by a panel of five dentists. The electric […]