In this post, we will focus on something that happens occasionally when a patient requests cosmetic dentistry from a dentist like Kenneth Hovden DDS in Daly City. Let me set the stage. The patient comes in for a consultation about a smile makeover. We’ll call him Mr. Jones. The dentist listens carefully as he explains …
The best permanent tooth replacement treatment available to Daly City people who are missing teeth are cutting-edge dental implants, available from Kenneth Hovden DDS. A dental implant is a metal (usually titanium) rod implanted into the bone to replace the missing root. The crown and supporting structure are securely and permanently attached to the rod. …
You probably believe that the most critical aspect regarding flossing is simply to do it every day. Daly City dentist Kenneth Hovden DDS agrees. However, many people find that trying out a few different types of floss helps them to establish or solidify the habit and get the flossing comfort they desire. Let’s discuss some …
In this blog post from Kenneth Hovden DDS in Daly City, we remind you that it doesn’t have to take a lot of time to improve your oral hygiene. In fact, you can form a new habit to benefit your oral health in 10 seconds. Find a better place for your toothbrush. Look around. In 10 …
In this post from Kenneth Hovden DDS in Daly City, we suggest to you that there are certain times when it is better for you not to brush your teeth. Coming from a dentist’s office, that must seem counter-intuitive. But it has to do with protecting enamel. Though thin and partially translucent, tooth enamel is …
It’s not extremely enjoyable. You have to put on the heavy apron, hold an awkward piece of film in your mouth and sit really, really still while your dentist’s assistant takes x-rays. Is it really needed? Take it from the team at Kenneth Hovden DDS n Daly City: Absolutely! No question about it. We can’t …
Do you know that the most common cause of tooth loss among adults is gum disease? The good news is that we can treat gum disease at Kenneth Hovden DDS in Daly City, if it is detected in the early stages. Regular check-ups are vital, but there are warning signs for gum disease that everyone should …
When a tooth’s nerve and pulp becomes infected, the dentist at Kenneth Hovden DDS in Daly City must, with the patient, make a choice of whether to attempt to save the tooth by completing a root canal or to extract the tooth. There are several factors that affect this choice. These include whether there is …
At Kenneth Hovden DDS, we hope you never need emergency dental care, like that provided by Kenneth Hovden DDS in Daly City. It’s vital, however, to know what to do in such a situation. Here is a quiz on dental emergencies and other oral troubles. 1. One of the wires on your braces breaks. What …
Do you think you might have sleep apnea? It’s crucial to your health to get help soon. If left untreated, it can become life-threatening. We can treat it at Kenneth Hovden DDS in Daly City. Does your bed partner tell you that you frequently stop breathing during the night? What if you sleep alone? Here are some …
