I’m Kenneth Hovden. I’ve been practicing dentistry here in Daly City, California since 1981. I have found amazing people in this community. At Kenneth Hovden DDS, we focus on three important things as we strive to be your dental provider of choice. Family We want to be the dental practice families count on for quality …
When Dr. Kenneth Hovden crowns one of our patients, the coronation is a celebration of a stronger smile. The necessity of a dental crown is usually readily apparent. Based on how much tooth is available to hold in a filling, sometimes a crown is required to add more support and to keep the tooth from …
Hello Daly City! Remember when being a toothless five-year-old dazzled friends and family? When a lisp was considered cute and endearing? Doesn’t really work for adults. Toothless smiles are disconcerting and lisps can make you self-conscious. But your days of capturing delighted looks and commanding a conversation may not be gone forever—even if you have …
How does your dentist help you stay healthy? Most people know that they can go to their dentist if they chip a tooth or have a toothache. Because of this, they may not realize how many other health issues your dentist can help you with. A full-service dental practice provides comprehensive oral health care. Bad …
What is dental sleep medicine? It’s a relatively new branch of dentistry that treats sleep apnea and other sleep-related breathing problems. Don’t confuse dental sleep medicine with dental sedation or sleep dentistry. Dental sleep medicine treats sleep apnea. What is sleep apnea? Sleep apnea is a condition where you have frequent, intermittent pauses in breathing …
Are you trading your traditional dentures for implant-stabilized dentures? Implant-retained or implant-stabilized dentures both provide various merits over traditional dentures. Secure in the mouth—no slipping Offers up to 100% natural chewing function Upper denture doesn’t cover as much of the palate This helps patients taste food more easily. (Hooray!) More comfortable When dentures are fixed …
To upgrade your smile, all you need to do is pick up the phone and make an appointment with Kenneth Hovden DDS. A Smile You Want to Show Off A whiter smile can change your life significantly. Many of our patients feel more self-confident in personal and professional settings with their new, whiter smiles. White …
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 …
Snoring isn’t just an annoyance; it can have serious health consequences. Fortunately, there are treatment options at Kenneth Hovden DDS in Daly City. What is Snoring? Snoring is most often caused by an an obstruction that restricts the flow of air in the throat. The obstruction can be caused by: Poor muscle tone in the …
It’s estimated that 50% of people snore at some point during their life. Sleep apnea is a more serious, but also common sleep disorder. Snoring and sleep apnea are related. Many people who snore also have sleep apnea. However, the conditions are not always present together. Why Is Sleep Apnea So Dangerous? People who suffer …
