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July 8, 2015

What Is a Cavity and How Is It Treated?

When you were a kid, your parents probably nagged you about how important it is to brush your teeth after you eat. Maybe you didn’t listen as well as you should have and even lost a few baby teeth to cavities. Many people still think that cavities are just something kids get, but this couldn’t be further from the truth. As adults, we’re even more...
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September 9, 2015

Benefits of Modern Porcelain Crowns

Dental crowns have been in use for many years to remedy many cosmetic and structural dental issues. While the way crowns are placed and the problems they solve haven’t changed much, they have become available in a variety of different materials – some better than others. Porcelain crowns have often been considered the most desirable because they are the equivalant aesthetic match for natural teeth,...
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October 7, 2015

What Is a Root Canal?

Even if you aren’t sure what a root canal entails, we’re fairly certain you’ve heard of them before. Discussions about root canals are usually punctuated with words that make you pretty certain you never want to get one yourself, but the truth is, root canals end the pain experienced before treatment very quickly. San Francisco root canal patients have nothing to fear from this procedure,...
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March 9, 2016

Dental Implants vs. Bridges – Which is Best For Me?

Dental Implants For the replacement of one or many missing teeth, dental implants can provide a number of benefits over bridges including: Protection from bone loss: When teeth are lost, the jaw bone in the surrounding area can diminish over time and be reabsorbed into the gums. Dental implants prevent this because they are inset directly into the bone rather than on top like a...
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November 28, 2016

Dental Fillings Care and Maintenance

So you’ve neglected your dental hygiene a bit and forgot to floss or brush your teeth a couple of times. While seemingly harmless, over time those bad habits accumulated and the result was a cavity or two. Luckily for San Francisco patients, cavities can easily be fixed with dental fillings. As long as the cavity hasn’t been neglected to the point of needing a crown...
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December 19, 2016

Difference Between Dental Bonding and Porcelain Veneers

If you have missing or damaged teeth, you may be seeking aesthetic dentistry. Stains, discoloration, and cracked teeth are also typically unwanted features that make people seek out a solution. Because of this, aesthetic dentistry is becoming more popular for San Francisco residents looking for a way to improve their smiles. Ranging from teeth whitening to dental implants, cosmetic dentists like Dr. Skoulas can help...
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February 9, 2017

How Often Should I Change My Toothbrush?

Admittedly, most people don’t change their toothbrush as frequently as they’re supposed to. It’s not because we don’t want to have good dental hygiene, but it’s usually because we don’t know what the normal shelf life of a toothbrush is. However, using an old toothbrush for too long can actually be bad for your health. Changing your toothbrush frequently is a way to keep your...
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May 11, 2017

Foods That Protect Teeth from Decay

Everyone likes to indulge every once in a while when it comes to food. Whether it’s by allowing yourself to binge on some french fries, snack on sugary candies, or by treating yourself to some chocolate sweets. Actually, allowing yourself to enjoy little rewards is good for your mental health. However, when it comes to maximizing those indulgences, it can affect your dental health long-term....
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November 16, 2017

How Do I Know If I Need Porcelain Crowns

Here at our offices in the financial district, one of the most common procedures that Dr. Skoulas performs are porcelain crowns. San Francisco patients can get beautiful, natural-looking teeth restored using this simple and highly effective procedure. But how do you know if you need a porcelain crown? San Francisco patients are often busy with work, social life, and their hobbies. Many patients may want...
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January 2, 2018

The Cosmetic Benefits of Porcelain Crowns

For patients that suffer from a variety of dental issues like crooked, stained, chipped, or rotting teeth, one of the best options to restore their teeth are porcelain crowns. San Francisco patients get a whole host of benefits from this type of procedure, including both restorative and cosmetic benefits. In this blog post, we’ll look at some of the cosmetic benefits to using porcelain crowns....
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