During routine dental examinations, your dentist may look for signs of oral cancer. Oral cancer refers to cancers in the tongue, mouth, lips, jaw, and throat. Many Daly City dental patients don’t realize the seriousness of oral cancer. The American Cancer Society estimates that over 39,000 people will get oral cancer this year.
For optimal dental health, all Daly City, residents should be visiting their dentist twice a year for regular cleanings and exams. This is a good time to make sure that you are brushing and flossing properly. It is also important that you discuss issues related to dental health. Make sure to tell your Daly City …
Hi, my name is Dr. Kenneth Hovden and I am a cosmetic dentist with a full-service practice in Daly City. Today in the Daly City dental blog I would like to address the subject of tonsil stones. The first thing that San Mateo, Pacifica, and Half Moon Bay dental patients usually ask about tonsil stones is, “What in the world are tonsil stones?”
Ill-fitting dentures can cause more problems for San Francisco denture wearers than they solve. If you live with loose dentures, you probably regard them as a necessary evil. Though they certainly look better than a toothless mouth, in practical terms they leave much to be desired because they affect two essential activities: eating and talking. …
Hi! I’m Dr. Kenneth Hovden, and I’ve been a dentist here in Daly City since 1981. One of my favorite things about being a dentist is seeing how my Daly City area patients find renewed confidence in themselves after a smile makeover. If you’ve ever wanted to improve your smile, call me today at 650-755-6000 …
Hi, my name is Dr. Kenneth Hovden. My dental practice, Kenneth Hovden DDS, has been serving the Daly City, California area since 1981. Today in my San Francisco dental blog, I would like to highlight four ways you can improve your smile. 1. Teeth Whitening is quick and non-invasive. External tooth whitening occurs when teeth …
We advise our Pacifica dental patients at Kenneth Hovden DDS to watch their sugar intake to prevent cavities and other health problems. If you are trying to unsweeten your diet, you are probably skipping the usual suspects: candy, soda, and baked treats. But not all sugar is as obvious as the frosting on a piece …
I am glad you found our blog! I’m Kenneth Hovden, DDS, of Kenneth Hovden DDS, a full-service dental practice in Daly City. I am a proud member of American Dental Association. My profession is dentistry, but my passion is providing superior and affordable Daly City dental care for my patients. I began serving California residents …
Hello, and welcome to the Daly City Dental Blog. Today we will be answering questions about fluoride: “What is it, exactly, and why is it so beneficial to your dental health?”
If you live in the Daly City area and are considering puncturing your lip or tongue, this post is for you. Please consider the following: Infection Your mouth is full of bacteria. Any opening in the tissue carries the risk of infection. The germs from your tongue and mouth can easily get into your bloodstream. …
