1. Bridges VS Crowns

    Do You Know the Options for Repairing Damaged Teeth?   When you start to think about it, people go to great lengths to make sure that their teeth are as protected as possible. Not only do we spend countless hours of our lives cleaning our teeth to make sure that they do not succumb to the effects of tooth decay, we also take great lengths during physical activity to make sure that we don’t …Read More

  2. The Worst Foods and Beverages For Your Teeth

      Are You Unwittingly Damaging Your Teeth?   Take a moment to think about the amount of time you spend taking care of your teeth. You brush them, you floss them (at least, you should, ), and you have most likely used a wide range of mouthwashes and other products to freshen breath and protect your teeth. With all of this time invested in making sure that your teeth are as healthy as poss…Read More

  3. Soda’s Effect On Your Teeth

    How Bad is Soda Really?   Sodas are some of the most popular beverages in America. Convenience stores, restaurants, supermarkets, and any other business that caters to the masses offers a wide range of soda products and, for the most part, people drink them like they are going to be gone the next time they set foot in the establishment. While the consumption of soda has long been known to hav…Read More

  4. Benefits of Professional Teeth Whitening Pt. 2

    Do You Want a Whiter Smile?   When you think about it, people are kind of obsessed with their teeth. Every year, billions of dollars are spent on products and services that are intended to make our teeth look better. While we won’t get into the psychological aspects of people’s obsession with the appearance of their teeth, we would like to cover a specific service that is becoming increas…Read More

  5. Benefits of Professional Teeth Whitening

    Is It Worth Visiting a Dentist for Teeth Whitening Services?   Summer is in full swing. The weather is warm, the plants have bloomed, and people are clamoring to be outside. While many people focus on their tans during the summer, another cosmetic procedure is becoming increasingly popular during the summer. As people’s tans increase, more attention is brought to the teeth. If you have beau…Read More

  6. Which Toothpaste Is Right For You?

    Are You Using the Right Toothpaste?   Since it’s introduction in the mid-1800s, modern toothpaste has come a long way. Advancements in toothpaste formulas have not only made toothpaste more effective but have also made toothpaste more palatable which, in our opinion, is almost as important. While toothpaste is an item that nearly 100 percent of people have in their home, there are so many v…Read More

  7. The Effects Of Alcohol On Oral Health Pt. 2

    Do You Know How Alcohol Affects Your Oral Health? Hello, and welcome back to our blog! Here at Balboa Victory Dental Office, we want to help as many people in the Encino area as possible maintain good oral hygiene. While we have spent multiple blog posts covering the typical oral hygiene health tips that every dentist recommends, this short blog series is dedicated to a detrimental force that is n…Read More

  8. The Effects Of Alcohol On Oral Health

    Is Alcohol Doing More Damage Than You Realize? Few beverages in the world are as popular as alcohol. For thousands of years, humans have been consuming alcohol in one form or another and, in our opinion here at Balboa Victory Dental Office, they are not likely to stop any time soon. While the effects of sugar and other substances have been well documented in relation to oral health, fewer people a…Read More

  9. Why & How to Stop Nail Biting

    There is no known estimate as to how many people bite their nails. Maybe this is because many people do so for periods of their life, but cease to do so later (nail biting has been found to be more common in teenagers, for instance). One thing is clear, however: Most people recognize that nail biting is not a desirable trait, some even go so far as to say the habit can prove dangerous. Getting Ove…Read More

  10. What Makes Dental Cleanings Effective?

    It seems like every day that we have a patient make a comment or ask a question regarding the effectiveness of a dental cleaning. Whether this is someone marveling over how clean their teeth feel, wondering what makes our cleanings so different from their home care routine, or even doubting the treatment before it even begins, this mystery seems ever-present. Spotlighting Dental Hygienist Work &am…Read More