Dental bonding is one of the most commonly-used cosmetic dentistry procedures, and it’s not difficult to see why. At Kenneth Hovden DDS in Daly City, dental bonding is an effective treatment for several different problems. Bonding uses a very sturdy resin material that is tooth-colored. The material is applied to the teeth while it is …
This post from Kenneth Hovden DDS in Daly City looks at oil pulling, an alternative practice that has been generating some buzz lately. Is it a reliable for your dental health, or just a fad? Oil pulling has been a part of Indian Ayurvedic medicine for thousands of years. It involves swishing oil in the …
To maintain good dental health, your teeth need a lot of good ol’-fashioned TLC. But even when we do our best, bacteria can sneak in and cause tooth decay. At Kenneth Hovden DDS in Daly City, we would be happy to take care of your dental issues. Few of us go through life without getting …
No matter what age you are, dental exams are a key practice for keeping your smile healthy and beautiful! At Kenneth Hovden DDS in Daly City, we want all our patients to enjoy good dental health. Knowledge is Power Sometimes people put off their dental exams because they aren’t all that important. But exams are …
Chompers. Pearly Whites. Dents. Gnashers. Grill. While you can switch up what you call them, at Kenneth Hovden DDS in Daly City, we advise you to never switch up a well-engrained oral health routine. Practicing proper oral hygiene daily with pay off throughout your life. You’ll prevent tooth decay, plaque, and gum disease, not to …
At Kenneth Hovden DDS in Daly City, we make every checkup a noteworthy experience with our attention to detail, and committment to each patient’s dental health. Good dental health means having healthy teeth and gums. Maintaining it is something that you have to work at every day. It can be a real balancing act: using …
At Kenneth Hovden DDS in Daly City, we see more cavities in our patients than we would like to. Cavities are far too common in the United States, and there is a tendency to consider them inevitable. Cavities happen when certain types of bacteria produce acids in the mouth. These acids destroy the enamel of …
What comes to mind when you hear the term “healthy living?” A dinner plate with a grilled chicken breast and a tossed salad? A cholesterol test that shows your arteries are looking good? If you pictured a white, healthy smile free of cavities, Kenneth Hovden DDS in Daly City salutes you. Essential Dental Health Brushing …
Regular dental check-ups and cleanings are important for prime dental health. However, some people worry because their gums tend to bleed after a thorough cleaning at Kenneth Hovden DDS in Daly City. Is this a problem? Well, it depends. If your gums bleed for a couple days after your dental cleaning, don’t worry about it. …
At Kenneth Hovden DDS in Daly City, we create perfect smiles for our smile makeover patients. Here are some of the cosmetic dental procedures we use in smile makeovers. Implant Dentistry Dental implants are the ultimate tooth restoration. A dental implant consists of a metal post that is inserted into your jawbone. The post replaces …
