Do you have questions about how to care for your teen's retainer? If so, our orthodontist, Dr. Paul Sokolowski, is happy to help. The sooner they know how to care for their appliance, the better chance they have of maintaining a top-notch retainer and smile. To help you get started, our orthodontist is happy to provide the answers to the... read more »
Does your child despise cleaning and caring for their smile? If so, it’s time to make oral hygiene more fun! You can do so by letting your child use cool oral hygiene tools that help them clean their teeth and gums. There are many cool tools available today, and our dentists, Dr. Rita Daghlian and Dr. Paul Sokolowski are happy... read more »
If your child has braces, they likely struggle to floss around their appliance and between their teeth. Many people have trouble flossing during their orthodontic journey because the braces tend to get in the way or slow down the flossing process. Well, our dentists, Dr. Rita Daghlian and Dr. Paul Sokolowski, would like to help your child's make flossing a bit easier... read more »
Do you want your child to have a strong and healthy smile? If so, you need to help them prevent cavities. Cavities are very dangerous and destructive for the smile, and it’s important to keep them at bay. Fortunately, there are many things to help your child prevent cavities and maintain a top-notch smile. Our dentists, Dr. Rita Daghlian and... read more »
Orthodontic treatment can make a huge difference for both the health and appearance of your smile. However, some people, particularly adults, are hesitant about receiving orthodontic treatment because of the time involved. If you are concerned about the time required for orthodontics, Dr. Daghlian and Dr. Sokolowski may recommend AcceleDent® in Newport Beach, California. Accelerated Orthodontics Technology AcceleDent has a... read more »
Family members are often bound together in a variety of ways. What affects one of you tends to affect the others in some way. This can also pertain to maintaining good oral health and hygiene. Each member of your family should thoroughly brush their teeth each morning and night with a soft-bristled toothbrush and fluoridated toothpaste. You also need to... read more »
If you are teaching a child to brush their teeth, some days you’ll need all the help you can get! Here are some ideas to help your child brush their teeth every day. Family Time: Good oral hygiene habits include brushing teeth for two minutes, twice a day, and flossing for two to three minutes once daily. If you consistently... read more »
If you’re interested in knowing what orthodontic aligners can do for you, then you have come to the right blog. Our specialists, Dr. Rita Daghlian and Dr. Paul Sokolowski, are happy to discuss the ways aligners can help you, your smile, and your oral health. These aligners are mouthguard-type appliances that fit over your arch of teeth and apply pressure... read more »
What are dental sealants? A dental sealant is a plastic coating that is painted onto the chewing surface of a back tooth to shield it from decay. Why are they used? The molars and premolars have chewing surfaces that have deep grooves or fissures that are difficult to clean properly, even with thorough brushing. Plaque can build up in these... read more »
Your child’s regular dental exams and cleanings are crucial to their oral health, which is why they should see a pediatric dentist every six months. Pediatric dental checkups enable our dentist to diagnose the first signs of oral problems, including unexplained dental pain. Children who suffer from chronic dental pain may not alert an adult to their problem if they... read more »