Dental FAQs

Finding a good dentist is like finding a good auto mechanic: it can be hard to know if you’ve made the right choice until something breaks down. This makes the search for a dentist stressful, especially if you’ve recently moved to a new area, or if… Read More »

Great news! Chewing gum can actually prevent cavities. It can also help you stop smoking and lose weight, and it increases your ability to concentrate. But before you get too excited, there are also some reasons why gum might not be right for you… Read More »

Clear Invisalign braces are a great way to straighten your teeth if you have certain types of malocclusion (misalignment). At SF Dental, we have helped many patients successfully complete Invisalign treatment. Below you’ll find answers to some of the… Read More »

This is the second post by an SF Dental patient, Alison, describing her experience with Invisalign and providing tips for prospective patients. In this post, she explains what it’s like to get fitted for Invisalign. If you haven’t read it already… Read More »

Patients at SF Dental sometimes ask if mouthwash is really all that important or whether they should be using it on a regular basis. The short answer, as with anything health-related, is “it depends.” For the vast majority of people, mouthwash can be… Read More »

Although the basics of good oral health are the same regardless of age, seniors have certain special dental needs. Here are some questions we get asked frequently at SF Dental. Why am I getting more cavities than I used to? Many people find that they… Read More »

Curious to learn about teeth whitening? Below you’ll find answers to some of the most common questions we get asked at SF Dental. Does teeth whitening damage my teeth? No, modern teeth whitening solutions are perfectly safe and will not damage your… Read More »