As we grow older, we may welcome many changes. However, most Daly City retirees do not welcome wrinkles, gray hair and dental problems. Fortunately, your smile can be attractive and healthy throughout your golden years! Even if your teeth are showing visible signs of wear such as enamel loss, staining, and chips, it is not …
After years of use, how is your smile? Does it convey your inner confidence? Are you proud of it? When someone whips out their phone to take a picture, do you flash a wide smile showing your teeth? There could be a number of issues that could impact your smile, such as decay, gum disease, …
Dental implants are tooth replacement marvels that have been placed in millions of people. They look and function just like the real thing, and are available at Kenneth Hovden DDS in Daly City. Dental implants are sometimes confused with artificial teeth. Actually, an implant is a titanium post that is inserted into your jaw. In …
Do you fear that your smile is beyond repair due to damage or neglect? Rest assured, that may not be true. At Kenneth Hovden DDS in Daly City we use restorative dentistry to improve smiles every day. Here are some tough dental problems we routinely solve: Tough Problem 1: Insufficient Bone for Dental Implant Solution: …
This message from Kenneth Hovden DDS in Daly City is about dental implants. One of the persistent misconceptions about them is that they are too pricey. Perhaps you have considered implants but think the price is too steep. Let’s talk about the cost of dental implants. Dental implants are titanium posts that we implant into …
Dental implants from Kenneth Hovden DDS in Daly City are state-of-the-art in tooth replacement. The process for getting an implant takes two to six months, but don’t let that discourage you. Each stage of the procedure is important. It’s not a drawback; it is indicative of the permanent nature of an implant. The Dental Implant …
Dental implants from Kenneth Hovden DDS in Daly City are state-of-the-art, with a success rate in the area of ninety-eight percent. That number is a testament to implant technology. But like any medical or dental procedure, there are risks. In this post, we will consider possible complications of a dental implant. Infection. Any surgical procedure …
Each restorative and cosmetic dentistry procedure performed at Kenneth Hovden DDS in Daly City can address a specific issue. A porcelain veneer can correct the surface of a tooth that is discolored or has had enamel loss. Bonding can fill a small chip in an otherwise healthy tooth. Some dental problems are more extensive and …
Do you have a missing tooth that is detracting from your otherwise pleasant smile? At Kenneth Hovden DDS in Daly City we can fill the gap with a dental bridge, and help you get back your sensational smile! A dental bridge could be the perfect answer for your missing tooth. A bridge not only restores …
If you have tooth sensitivity or pain when you chew with your back teeth, the surfaces may be damaged. One option from Kenneth Hovden DDS in Daly City is the use of an inlay or onlay. An inlay is like a filling and fills a small part of the tooth, while an onlay covers one …
