San Francisco, Marin, and Oakland, CA Nearly everyone will deal with tooth decay at some point in his or her life. Tooth decay is caused by acid-producing bacteria, which help create areas of decay called cavities. These cavities are the “homes” of an infectious disease called dental caries, which is the most common infectious disease…

San Francisco, Marin, and Oakland, CA Even though each of us should visit the dentist once every six months for a check-up, the American Dental Association estimates that one of every three people in the United States does not go to the dentist even once per year. Patients who have lapsed in their dental care…

San Francisco, Marin, and Oakland, CA The holiday season is almost here. For many of us, this is a fun but hectic time of year, but did you know that the holidays also pose a threat to your oral health? Between the plethora of sugary treats that are available at seemingly every holiday function and…

San Francisco, Marin, and Oakland, CA It’s one of those things most people do not want to talk about, even with their dentist. Bad breath is certainly embarrassing, yet it happens to just about all of us at some point. While sometimes, certain foods you eat such as that garlic bread with lunch, or those…

San Francisco, Marin, and Oakland, CA According to the American Dental Association, a fifth of adults ages 75 years and older have not seen a dentist in at least five years. While this may not seem all that bad, taking care of your teeth as you age is just as important as doing so when…

San Francisco, Marin, and Oakland, CA We grow up knowing about the importance of brushing our teeth every day to help maintain good oral health, but too much of even a good thing can be a detriment. Your local San Francisco dentist at Glen Park Dental wants to make you aware of the potential dangers…

San Francisco, Marin, and Oakland, CA Many people are nervous about going to the dentist, but for some, the anxiety does not come from what happens in the dental chair but from the cost of the care. These individuals may neglect to make regular visits to their dentist, even when they have a problem that…

San Francisco, Marin, and Oakland, CA Use it or lose it. This is the credo that applies when it comes to your dental benefits and, unfortunately, it is one that many consumers do not heed. The vast majority of dental insurance plans operate on a calendar year, meaning that when January 1 arrives, any unused…

San Francisco, Marin, and Oakland, CA Millions of people suffer from dental anxiety or a fear of going to the dentist. While there are methods of relaxing for patients such as use of nitrous oxide or sedation dentistry, some patients prefer a more natural option for relieving their dental anxiety. Here are some tips you…

San Francisco, Marin, and Oakland, CA Most people, 85%, have their wisdom teeth extracted at some point. In fact, if you are an adult you probably had the procedure done years ago. But, here are some things you need to know about wisdom teeth. What are wisdom teeth? There are typically four of these third…