2023

Mission Valley Cosmetic Dentist Explores Solutions for Bone Loss

San Diego Cosmetic Dentist Discusses How to Prevent Bone Loss After Losing a Tooth

San Diego, CA — Missing teeth can have obvious consequences for your smile, but many people are not aware of how tooth loss affects their oral health, general well-being, and even their facial shape. Once a tooth is detached from the gums, there is no tooth root to stimulate the […]

San Diego Dental Practice Offers Sedation Options to Alleviate Dental Anxiety

San Diego Dentist Gives Tips on How to Calm Nerves During a Dental Appointment

Mission Valley-based dentist Landon Libby, DDS outlines easy ways to alleviate anxiety during treatment and potential solutions for dental phobia. San Diego, CA — Despite the regularity of semi-annual dental appointments, feelings of nervousness or apprehension before going to the dentist are not uncommon. In fact, many patients are affected […]

Clear Braces vs. Traditional Braces

In the past, straightening your teeth was considered a time-consuming, uncomfortable, and potentially embarrassing endeavor. With traditional metal braces using brackets and wires, patients had to contend with gum irritation and a restricted diet. On top of getting poked by the metal wires and brackets, those with braces also had […]

Cosmetic Dentist in San Diego Offers Sedation Dentistry Techniques

San Diego Cosmetic Dentist Offers Potential Solutions to Manage Dental Anxiety

Dr. Landon Libby of Mission Valley-based practice Libby Dental outlines how sedation dentistry can allow patients to more comfortably undergo treatment. San Diego, CA — Fear of the dentist often serves as a catalyst for avoiding the preventive and reconstructive care required to keep your smile in good condition. Commonly […]

How to Get Rid of Plaque On Teeth

Plaque is a sticky, colorless film that covers the teeth as a result of untreated bacteria buildup. Formed as a “fuzzy” coating on the surface of the teeth, plaque is very common. It typically doesn’t require outside treatment as long as patients are consistent with brushing and flossing, but a […]

Can I Straighten My Teeth Without Braces?

While highly effective in repositioning the teeth, traditional braces can involve a lengthy and uncomfortable treatment process. Patients who have crooked teeth or a misaligned bite often experience unfavorable side effects from braces, including gum irritation, sore teeth, a restricted diet, and difficulty brushing. Some men and women even forgo […]

Habits That Damage Healthy Teeth

We all have patterns that are part of our everyday routine, but many patients are unaware of how certain seemingly innocuous habits can be detrimental to their teeth when practiced over a long period of time. Cosmetic dentist Landon Libby, DDS and our entire dental team believe strong patient education […]

What Should I Do if My Tooth Gets Knocked Out?

An “avulsed” or knocked out tooth is one of the most common facial injuries experienced by patients of any age. Generally speaking, you may lose a tooth as the result of poor dental hygiene, a sudden blow to the face, a bad fall, or a tooth infection. In any case, […]

What Causes Teeth to Darken?

Coffee, wine, and tea are all prone to leaving stains on the teeth, but there are several other factors that contribute to even deeper, more visible discoloration within your smile. Dark teeth, or teeth that look orange, gray, or black, typically develop due to factors ranging from medication use to […]

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