If you feel that you have an unattractive smile, you probably don’t smile very often. Perhaps you make a calculated effort to avoid flashing a smile in social and professional settings. Do you think frequent smiling has a considerable effect on your life? You bet it does. In addition to simply making us happier, smiling …
Men and women who have chronic bad breath understand the embarrassment and frustration associated with this ailment. There are several possible causes, some which are often overlooked: Poor oral hygiene Digestive problems Systemic infection Bacteria on dentures Gum disease Food particles on tonsils Dry mouth At Kenneth Hovden DDS, we can help you with this …
In today’s post, we share a personal story from a patient: For many years, I didn’t have ‘go to the dentist’ at the top of my to-do list. But all that has changed. I now consider visits a crucial part of my personal health plan. Here’s why… Teeth won’t stay healthy without regular dental visits. …
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 …
Hi, I’m Dr. Kenneth Hovden. Practicing dentistry at Kenneth Hovden DDS is enjoyable and rewarding. I am proud to provide quality dentistry I appreciate the relationships I have formed with my valued patients who trust me to care for their teeth. If you are one of my patients, let me thank you personally for allowing …
Our bodies work differently. Some dental patients don’t react to local anesthetics by getting numb. This is understandably concerning when you need dental treatment. (And the word “concerning” may be a huge understatement!) It’s important to understand that bad experiences in the past don’t guarantee that you will never be able to become numb. At …
Most Daly City residents know that frequently eating foods high in sugar can cause cavities. Therefore, it’s important to limit candy, soda, cookies, etc. Also, remember that frequency is as dangerous as the amount of sugar. Research has found that a higher frequency of sugar consumption may lead to demineralization more than the amount of …
Hello, welcome to the Kenneth Hovden DDS blog. Today we are going to talk about Dry Mouth, an unpleasant condition that can actually impact oral health. Reduction of saliva flow resulting in a dry mouth is a common issue, especially among older adults. However, men and women of all ages experience the symptoms of dry …
If you want to restore your smile due to extensive tooth loss, you have an essential decision. Will you choose conventional dentures? Will you choose tooth implants? There is really no contest when you consider the advantages of implants. Let’s compare conventional removable dentures and tooth implants. Feel Dentures sit right on the gums. An …
Preparing to pay for critical dental work can be a daunting undertaking. The good news is that the cost may be far less than you imagined. Knowing your needs is crucial to planning your budget for dental work. Trying to Compare Comparing the price of a dental crown for molars versus the price of a …
