Have Crooked Teeth?

Have Crooked Teeth?    Back in the day, very few people with crooked teeth decided to get braces. Why? For one thing, discomfort was a big issue! Second, braces required head gear! No wonder the general public ran away at the mention of braces. However,...

Do I Need a Dental Implant?

Do I Need a Dental Implant?    Often times when a tooth is extracted we need another tooth to replace it. In fact, if we fail to do this, it can result in problems for surrounding teeth. What are these problems and how can a dental implant help? What is an...

What is a Dental Onlay?

What Is a Dental Onlay?    Are you familiar with crowns and fillings? How about bridges? Most are aware of what these common restorative dental treatments are. However, a Dental Onlay is a little less well known but very useful depending on your needs....

October is National Dental Hygiene Month

October is National Dental Hygiene Month    Believe it or not, there is a month out of the year set aside to take note of dental hygiene! That month is now- October! Let’s take this opportunity to give our oral hygiene a little TLC and give a shout out to...

Should I Stop Flossing?

Should I Stop Flossing?    At Rancho Dental, this is a question that can come up when discussing home dental care. Why? Some patients say they notice their gums bleed when they try to floss and therefore think it is best to stop flossing. When they ask...

September is Healthy Aging Month!

September is Healthy Aging Month!       It may be unknown to many, but September is healthy aging month! This is a great month to think of the overall health of aging parents, friends, and even ourselves. Included in this is awareness is one’s...