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Is there a connection between oral health and school performance?
posted: Mar. 19, 2024.
As a parent, you want the best for your children, and that includes doing their best in school. You can support them by taking an interest in their activities, being
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Go Green for St. Patrick’s Day
posted: Mar. 12, 2024.
Millions of people, around Oceanside, California and beyond, wear green on St. Patrick’s Day so they can show their spirit for the holiday and avoid getting pinched. While it may
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March is National Nutrition Month!
posted: Mar. 05, 2024.
While you don’t have to wait to start eating right, March is the month the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics asks everyone to pay special attention to what goes into
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What happens during my hygiene appointment?
posted: Feb. 27, 2024.
Regular visits to the dentist are important for people of all ages. Seeing the doctor as recommended provides preventive care for oral diseases. If a disease is already present, early
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Dental Infections
posted: Feb. 20, 2024.
the doctor and our team at Rancho Dental Practice will tell you that dental infections can be very serious; sometimes, they develop into a life-threatening situation. Cavities are caused by
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The Transformation of Valentine's Day
posted: Feb. 13, 2024.
Did you know the actions leading to the beginnings of Valentine's Day were actually centered on the avoidance of war? A Catholic priest named Valentine defied the orders of the
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What stinks?
posted: Feb. 06, 2024.
Spilling soda on someone’s white shirt, telling an off-color joke at an inappropriate time, or sneezing chewed food all over the dinner table all pale in comparison to the socially
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A Word to the Wise about Wisdom Teeth
posted: Jan. 30, 2024.
There are some pretty exciting rewards to look forward to as you transition from your mid-teens to your 20s. Driving! Voting! Graduation! But there is one rite of passage that
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I have fluoride toothpaste and fluoridated water; do I need a fluoride treatment?
posted: Jan. 23, 2024.
Fluoride is a naturally found ion with a history of greatly reducing the incidence of tooth decay in children. However, over the past decade, people have increasingly consumed bottled water,
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Things You Should Know Before Getting an Oral Piercing
posted: Jan. 16, 2024.
Have you been thinking about getting an oral piercing lately? It could seem enticing because they look trendy or cool, but it’s worth know the health risks associated with oral
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Start Your Day Off with a (Healthy) Smile!
posted: Jan. 09, 2024.
If there’s one meal that can claim the title of “Sweetest Meal of the Day,” it’s almost certainly breakfast. Sugary cereals, syrup-covered waffles, oatmeal with honey, cinnamon toast (which is
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Tooth Protection and Winter Sports
posted: Jan. 02, 2024.
Just because it’s cold out there doesn’t mean you’ll give up keeping fit and active! Winter is the season for some of our favorite team sporting activities, and when you’re
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Things You Probably Didn’t Know About New Year's Eve
posted: Dec. 26, 2023.
It’s no secret that New Year’s Eve is one of the most widely celebrated holidays in the world. the doctor and our team love it too. It’s a fresh start,
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The Secret to Lifelong Teeth Whitening
posted: Dec. 19, 2023.
Have you ever noticed your attention being instantly drawn to peoples’ teeth when they smile at you? Some people have dull and yellowing teeth, while others have teeth that appear
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How safe are dental X-rays?
posted: Dec. 12, 2023.
the doctor and our staff rely on digital X-rays to help us diagnose oral conditions and process images at incredibly high speeds. You can also view digital X-rays in real
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Happy Holidays! Healthy Holidays!
posted: Dec. 05, 2023.
It’s the holiday season! With so much to do and so much going on, you want to be at your best. We have some ideas to help make your season
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