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What to Do When You Have a Cracked Tooth?

by Dr. Stephen A. Coates | Jul 31, 2018 | Dental Trivia | 0 Comments

A fractured tooth is never fun. The pain that comes with a crack in your tooth can range depending on the kind of tooth fracture it is, but it’s still a very uncomfortable experience. There are many ways a patient can get a cracked tooth, and it...

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How to Make Caring For Teeth Fun for Kids?

by Dr. Stephen A. Coates | Jul 15, 2018 | Dental Trivia | 0 Comments

One of greatest challenges of parenting is teaching your children good habits. Most of the time, kids resist learning them because they’re “necessary,” meaning they “aren’t fun.” And well, who can blame them? Sometimes being remedial just seems...

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What to Expect in a Routine Dental Cleaning with Your Dentist?

by Dr. Stephen A. Coates | Jul 15, 2018 | Dental Trivia | 0 Comments

A routine dental cleaning isn’t so different from a routine dental exam, since it’s all about ensuring your teeth and gums are healthy. However, while you’ll receive a teeth cleaning during a regular exam visit, a cleaning visit will allow the...

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Why You Should See a Dentist Every 6 Months?

by Dr. Stephen A. Coates | Jun 15, 2018 | Dental Oral Health | 0 Comments

Every patient has their own specific needs, but the vast majority of patients benefit most by regular dental exams at every 6 months. Here are the compelling reasons why you should see your Long Beach dentist twice a year: Early Detection Dental...

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What to Expect at a Routine Dental Checkup?

What to Expect at a Routine Dental Checkup?

by Dr. Stephen A. Coates | May 31, 2018 | Dental Oral Health | 0 Comments

No matter how great your oral hygiene is, a visit to the dentist for a basic exam should occur regularly. For many patients, simply going twice a year is sufficient, but for those who either have custom dental work or may be at high risk for gum...

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Should I Get Professional Teeth Whitening or is Over-the-Counter Good Enough?

by Dr. Stephen A. Coates | May 15, 2018 | Dental Trivia | 0 Comments

If you ask someone, “What’s the one thing you could change about your teeth?” the most likely response you’d receive is having whiter teeth. Over the course of our lifetime, everyone’s pearly whites darken and discolor. From the foods and drinks we...

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