SANTA CRUZ, SCOTTS VALLEY CA Knowledge is power. If you’d like to become more informed about your oral health, the best person to ask about your hygiene habits, dental health or possible dental procedures will always be your dentist at Ebrahimian Integrative Dentistry. Is it time for your biannual dental checkup? These regular appointments are […]
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Is Mouth Breathing Bad for My Health?
Categories: Myofunctional Therapy
SANTA CRUZ, SCOTTS VALLEY CA Most people don’t give much thought to how they breathe. After all, breathing is a natural instinct that our bodies do without even thinking about it. But did you know that how you breathe matters to your health? Nasal breathing is the preferred breathing method. Have you ever noticed how […]
What Causes of Dental Pain and What Can I Do About It
Categories: General Dentistry
SANTA CRUZ, SCOTTS VALLEY CA Teeth can hurt for many reasons, and most of them will be fairly obvious: an accident resulting in a blow to the mouth or maybe eating something that is very cold. Some kinds of dental pain, on the other hand, have fewer clear origins. The eruption of wisdom teeth, for […]
4 Ways Orthodontics Can Improve Your Oral Health
Categories: Oral Health
SANTA CRUZ, SCOTTS VALLEY CA In the United States, few things are considered more attractive in a person’s appearance than teeth that are healthy, white, and strong. This has not always been the case, nor is it the case everywhere: the Japanese once favored ohaguro, or black teeth (especially for women), and the trend there […]
Best Foods for your Oral Health
Categories: Oral Health
SANTA CRUZ, SCOTTS VALLEY CA Maintaining good oral health starts by practicing daily dental hygiene like brushing twice a day for two minutes, flossing daily, and seeing the dentist for checkups and cleanings twice a year. But sometimes, you can do these things and still end up with cavities or develop gum disease. What gives? […]
5 Dental Habits to Break
Categories: General Dentistry
SANTA CRUZ, SCOTTS VALLEY CA You’ve probably heard the saying, “Old habits die hard.” That is often the case with many habits, including ones related to your oral health. You could be doing detrimental things to your oral health without even realizing it. Today on our newest blog, our family dentists in Scotts Valley at […]
Know the Signs of Tongue Thrust
Categories: Myofunctional Therapy
SANTA CRUZ, SCOTTS VALLEY CA Tongue thrust is a common condition, especially among young children. This disorder occurs when the tongue pushes against your teeth from inside your mouth. Without proper diagnosis and treatment, tongue thrust can impact nutrition, oral health, and overall wellness. That’s why it’s important to know the symptoms of tongue thrust. […]
6 Reasons to Smile More Often
Categories: General Dentistry
SANTA CRUZ, SCOTTS VALLEY CA According to a recent study, more than three out of every four respondents said that a smile is the most important physical trait they evaluate when making a first impression of someone. People that smile more are prone to success, both personally and in the workplace. But did you know […]
Most Common Causes of a Toothache
Categories: General Dentistry
SANTA CRUZ, SCOTTS VALLEY CA You’re just going through your daily routine when, suddenly, it hits: tooth pain. It might be a dull ache, a steady throb, or a sharp, stabbing bolt of agony. By any name, tooth pain can have a major impact on you and your day-to-day life. It can affect your ability […]
3 Ways your Morning Cup of Joe Ages your Smiles
Categories: Oral Health
SANTA CRUZ, SCOTTS VALLEY CA For some, it is difficult to imagine surviving a day without a cup of coffee, much less smiling during it. Some people take their coffee seriously, so much so that in Saudi Arabia, a husband who does not provide his wife with enough coffee gives her legal standing for a […]
