Halloween is a fun holiday and a favorite activity of many people. However, it can be damaging to your teeth if you are not careful. Halloween can pose a variety of risks to your teeth, like cavities and damaged teeth. Here are some tips for protecting your teeth during Halloween. Avoid Hard or Sticky Candies […]
There are several foods that help promote good oral health. However, there are also several foods that can actually harm your overall oral health. Here, we’ll discuss which foods should be avoided to maintain good oral health. Sugary Foods Cavities are caused by bacteria in the mouth that digest carbohydrates in the foods you eat. […]
Do you know the effects of poor oral care can affect not your mouth alone but your body as well? Good oral health is important to your overall physical health. The effects of poor oral care include tooth decay, cavities, oral infections, bad breath, a dry mouth, red, swollen, or bleeding gums, and chronic bad […]
What Is a Denture? A denture is a dental appliance that replaces missing teeth and restores your smile. Dentures are custom-made to fit your mouth and match your natural teeth. A denture is removable and can be taken out and cleaned. There are different types of dentures available, including full and partial dentures. Your dental […]
Routine dental checkups are mandatory for everyone and if you are someone who has been skipping your visits to the dentist, then now is the perfect time to do it. After all, it's better late than never! At Kevin D Fong DDS, Hayward, CA, we are constantly upgrading the latest standard operating procedures and infection […]
Smiling not only makes you look more attractive but can also control diabetes, hypertension, and stress and boost the immune system. However, not everyone has the confidence to smile openly, especially when they have dental health problems. In this article, our dental team at Kevin D Fong DDS, Hayward, CA, explains how crowns can help […]
A toothache is usually a throbbing pain in and around your teeth or gums. It is a common indication of tooth decay, cavities, cracked teeth, impacted wisdom teeth, among other health conditions. However, there are times when you may experience a toothache and a headache simultaneously and you might have ruled out a possible relationship […]
Dental hygiene is a must for people of all ages. Brushing at least twice daily and flossing regularly is important if you want to maintain the health of your teeth and gums. However, when it comes to children, parents are sometimes unaware of the age when a proper dental routine has to be initiated. In […]
Proper nutrition is required for the development of healthy teeth in children. It is just as important as maintaining a proper oral care routine. This means that you should plan a properly balanced diet for your child as it has a direct effect on their oral health. In this article, our dental experts at Kevin […]
Flossing every day helps prevent plaque formation and removes unwanted particles from between your teeth. It is an integral part of dental hygiene. You will find different types of floss on the market. There is no such thing as one right type of floss. Different types of floss work for different people. In this blog, […]
