As you probably know, there are a number of problems that could lead to a missing tooth. For instance, if you don’t care for your teeth well or don’t practice great oral health, you might lose your tooth. Missing a tooth can be embarrassing, but have you heard that missing a tooth might lead to more serious problems? You’ll be... read more »
It’s always important to ensure your oral health care habits continue strong for the duration of your life. As long as you are properly caring for your teeth, the better the chance they will continue to be able to care for you. Do you have a cavity? If so, composite fillings may be able to help. Here are some of... read more »
If you watched the Hollywood Academy Awards this year, you may have noticed something about all the smiling actors. They all have flawless, white teeth. If you’ve ever wanted a smile as beautiful as theirs, there are options you can consider to get that for yourself. You might want to consider getting dental veneers if you have imperfections in your... read more »
Strong tooth enamel is important for maintaining the health of your teeth, and healthy teeth are an important aspect of maintaining good oral health. If your daily oral hygiene routine is lacking in some way, or if you frequently consume acidic foods and beverages, it can gradually deplete the mineral density of your tooth enamel. If this process of demineralization... read more »
Your tooth enamel is composed of densely packed microscopic mineral crystals. This gives your teeth the strength to bite, chew and grind hard foods. As hard as they are, there are some things, like grinding your teeth, nibbling on pens and pencils, or a blow to the face, that can carry enough unnatural force to chip the tooth enamel. Most... read more »
Dr. Steven A. Beuligmann is proud to be a member of the American Dental Association. Our patients truly appreciate the patient-first promise that he and other ADA dentists made as part of the association’s code of ethics. When a dentist joins the ADA, he or she makes five pledges in the ADA Principles of Ethics and Code of Personal Conduct.... read more »
If you have a tooth that has untreated cavities or damage, it might need to be extracted. While you might be able to adapt to the decreased function and changes in appearance, you could face other complications. This might come in the form of alignment problems because the surrounding teeth alter their positions in response to the void. Rather than... read more »
Tooth decay is a serious and dangerous dental issue that needs to be avoided at all costs. However, that might be a difficult task if you're not sure how to do so. So, to help you keep your smile free from tooth decay in Carlsbad, California, our dedicated dental team encourages you to do the following things on a regular... read more »
Even if you keep up with your oral hygiene and visit our office at least twice a year for your routine checkups, accidents can happen. Knowing what to do in an emergency can mean the difference between saving and losing a tooth. Because of this, Dr. Steven A. Beuligmann is happy to give tips for common dental emergencies. With any... read more »
Teeth that consistently ache or bother you aren't supposed to be written off; they're actually very valid causes for concern. A toothache usually indicates something else is going on, and you can't afford to let a potential problem linger. Here are a few reasons why Dr. Steven A. Beuligmann recommends you visit us as quickly as possible if you're experiencing... read more »