Dental crowns have been used in dentistry for over 2000 years. There is evidence that the Etruscans experimented with crowns on teeth using ivory and bone as early as 700 B.C. By 200 A.D., they began using gold crowns to construct artificial teeth. Ancient Egyptians fashioned tooth replacements out of seashells and then hammered them …
Grappling with yellowed, discolored, stained, or even multi-colored teeth in the 94015 zip code area? Teeth whitening might be the answer. Such irregularities are usually easy to repair, reverse or bypass and with few exceptions a smart smile makeover move! Everyone in Daly City wants a winning smile. Call for a consultation today! 650-755-6000 A …
When it comes to preparing for oral surgery, or any dental procedure for that matter, the esteemed patients of Kenneth Hovden DDS are given 6 important instructions to get them through from start to finish. First, Choose Wisely Understanding the pros and cons of a procedure helps you attain your ideal outcome. This vital knowledge …
Many dental patients in and around San Francisco hold the belief that orthodontists only change the look of your teeth. Consequently, they think that the only reason to find an orthodontist in the San Mateo, Pacifica, or Half Moon Bay area is if you are interested in cosmetic dentistry. The fact is that your ability …
Most San Francisco residents don’t often think of a tooth as a body part that fluctuates in strength. Our teeth seem to have a steady hardness and dependably grind food whenever we need them. However, teeth are dynamic organisms with chemical processes that occur continually. The protective enamel that covers the softer interior is made …
Visiting Kenneth Hovden DDS in Daly City for regular dental check-ups and cleanings every six months can seem inconvenient and unnecessary at times, but you may benefit in important ways you never imagined. A recent study showed that people who had their teeth professionally cleaned at least once every two years were 24 percent less …
When people in the San Francisco area think of diet and oral health, they ordinarily think about the damage sweet drinks can cause to teeth. While it’s true that these detrimental sugars cause increased acidity in the mouth and lead to tooth decay, soda and sugary-fruit drinks are only part of the problem. The typical …
Hello Daly City dental friends. Today’s topic is ‘The Dangers Of Smokeless Tobacco’. Cigarette sales at most Daly City stores have decreased in the past decade, but some Daly City tobacco consumers have switched to smokeless products. There is a common misconception in the San Francisco area (especially among teens) that smokeless tobacco is harmless. …
In today’s Kenneth Hovden DDS post, we share some fun facts about dentistry. Enjoy! Many dental patients are aware that before there was formal dental training and licensing, barbers often performed dental procedures. But did you know that blacksmiths also moonlighted as dentists?1 How would you like your dental visit to involve tools used to …
Mother Theresa once said, “Peace begins with a smile.” Perhaps that peace should start with the person who is smiling. How do you feel about your smile? Are you at peace with it? Are you proud to flash a wide, happy grin? Do you believe it is beautiful? Does it express your best self? Let’s talk about your smile.
