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Common Places for Oral Cancer Important Information from Our Riverside Dental Wellness Office:

Posted July 21, 2010

Oral cancer is considered the sixth most common cancer in the world.  Tobacco and alcohol use are considered well known risk factors in developing oral cancer.  Recently, human papillomavirus better known as HPV is Typically, oral cancer manifests itself painless however by the time an individual feels pain, it is typically too late to treat.  […]

Can Acid Reflux Cause Cavities?

Posted July 18, 2010

YES….acid reflux is extremely harmful to tooth enamel.  Acid reflux, GERD, and heartburn causes stomach acid to flow up from the esophagus into the mouth.  Once the acid enters the mouth it mixes with saliva and creates an “acid bath” on the teeth.  Although enamel is very strong, it cannot withstand the constant acid attack […]

Tips on Preventing Headaches from our Riverside Dental Wellness Office:

Posted July 16, 2010

There are many types of headaches that individuals suffer from on a daily basis.  I myself have experienced that “head in a vice” feeling on multiple occasions.  Also, waking up to later experience a tension headache is never a good way to start the day.  Here at my Riverside Dental Wellness office, treating headaches is […]

Understanding Infant tooth care from our Riverside Dental Wellness Office:

Posted July 11, 2010

As parents, we strive to make the best decisions possible when it comes to our child’s health.  Which is why in this blog I am going to give simple tips for parents on how to protect their infant’s oral health. Infant Care: Prior to the eruption of baby teeth, it is important to wipe off […]

Root Canal Part 2- Patient Experience:

Posted July 8, 2010

Root canal procedures require at least one or more visits to either our Riverside Cosmetic and Dental Wellness office or a referred Endodontist. The first step to the procedure is taking an X-ray of the tooth in question. The x-ray is critical in diagnosing the trauma to the root and surrounding bone of the root […]