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8 Tips For Good Dental Health For The Whole Family

Want to make sure your family keeps their teeth in tip-top shape? Here are some of our top tips. Lead By Example Make sure you’re setting a good example by brushing and flossing regularly. Make brushing a family activity, where everyone can participate, and your kids are sure to follow your lead. Visit The Dentist […]

7 Interesting Oral Hygiene Facts You Probably Didn’t Know

Taking care of your mouth is incredibly important, and proper oral hygiene is absolutely essential for a healthy mouth. To help educate you about the importance of oral hygiene, we’ve put together a list of 7 interesting and surprising oral hygiene facts! Tooth Enamel Is Incredibly Tough (But Can’t Regenerate) Tooth enamel is the hardest […]

Does A Root Canal Hurt? Learn What To Expect From This Procedure!

There is quite a bit of misinformation out there about root canals. They have a bad reputation, partly due to popular culture depiction the procedure as lengthy, painful, and scary. The reason for this misconception is a tooth ache hurts, which is what we hear from other people, but the root canal gets you out […]

What Are Milk Teeth and How Do You Care for Them?

Now that your little one already has a few pearly whites, it’s time to start an oral hygiene routine. Let’s go through a basic guide of caring for your baby’s milk teeth and see what you need to do to keep them healthy. Everything You Need to Know about Milk Teeth Babies are born with […]

4 Ways To Protect Your Teeth From Acid Reflux

Acid reflux, also known as GERD (gastroesophageal reflux disease), is a common issue in the United States and occurs when stomach acid is regurgitated into the esophagus, often causing heartburn. Acid reflux can cause a number of health issues, but one overlooked symptom is damage to the teeth. Stomach acid is incredibly corrosive, and if […]

How to Prevent Acid Erosion On Your Teeth

[Transcription] Today I want to talk about acid attack levels on your teeth. Hello, I’m Dr. Grey Kantor here with Kantor Dental Group in San Rafael, California. Today I want to talk about acid attack levels on your teeth. This is probably one of the most important topics that can help you from not getting […]

What Are The Pros And Cons Of Using Activated Charcoal Toothpaste

Wondering if you can really get a whiter, brighter smile by using activated charcoal toothpaste? You’re in the right place. In this article, we’ll discuss the pros and cons of using activated charcoal – and whether or not it’s really safe or effective! What Is Activated Charcoal? Activated charcoal simply refers to any type of […]

Should I Remove Silver Fillings (Amalgam)?

[Transcription] Dr. Greg Kantor here with Kantor Dental Group in San Rafael, California. Today I want to talk about whether or not you should get your silver fillings, amalgam fillings removed. This is a question I get all the time. People don’t like the look of them. They are worried about the mercury intake. So, […]

What Are The Pros And Cons Of Using Dental Sealants?

Dental sealants are a popular way to prevent cavities, particularly in younger kids. But are they right for you or your children? In this post, we’ll take a look at the basics about dental sealants, and their pros and cons, to help you make an informed decision. What Is A Dental Sealant? Dental sealants are, […]

Top 6 Signs Your Wisdom Teeth Need To Come Out From San Rafael Dentist

Wisdom teeth are the last set of molars that grow into our mouths, and they typically start to erupt in the late teens and early twenties. Although they are a natural part of our mouths, wisdom teeth can often cause serious oral health complications if there is not enough room for them to grow in […]