How to Reduce Stress – And Protect Your Smile in the Process
At Dentistry by Design, we believe true wellness begins with balance – and that includes managing stress. While some level of stress is a natural part of life, chronic stress can negatively impact your health in ways you might not expect – including your oral health. How Stress Affects Your Oral Health Did you know […]
Amalgam Fillings vs. Composite Fillings: A Safer, More Aesthetic Choice
For years, amalgam fillings were the go-to solution for treating cavities. However, as dental research and technology have evolved, so has our understanding of their long-term effects. Today, many dentists—including Dr. Ionescu—have moved away from using amalgam altogether. But why? Why Amalgam Fillings Are No Longer Recommended Dr. Ionescu stopped using amalgam fillings more than […]
Honoring National TMJ Awareness Month: Understanding TMJ Disorder
At Dentistry by Design, we believe that educating our patients on various dental health issues is an essential part of providing excellent care. In honor of National TMJ Awareness Month, we want to shed light on a condition that affects many individuals—TMJ Disorder. What Is TMJ Disorder? Understanding the Symptoms What Is TMJ Disorder? The […]
Defeating Bad Breath: Your Comprehensive Guide to Fresh, Healthy Mouths
Ever wondered why your oral hygiene routine isn’t winning the battle against bad breath? Is it real, or is it just a nagging worry? It’s time to find out! Common Causes of Bad Breath (Halitosis) Sure, brushing, flossing, and rinsing with mouthwash (especially a diluted hydrogen peroxide solution) are your first line of defense. But […]
Why Do Your Teeth Hurt? Exploring Common Causes and Prevention
Hey there, friends of Dentistry by Design! We know how important your smiles are, and we’re here to help you keep them happy and healthy. Have you ever wondered why your teeth suddenly start hurting when everything was going just fine? In this blog post, we’re going to explore the most common reasons your teeth hurt and […]
Teeth Whitening!
Since you are reading this blog, I assume you have that desire and you would like to know more about teeth whitening. Your teeth might be stained due to wine, tobacco, spices, coffee, tea, soda or antibiotics consumption or simply your teeth are a couple of shades off white or have a yellowish hue. No […]
Take care of your teeth during the holidays
Take care of your teeth during the Holidays! Holiday Foods That Can Damage Your Teeth Holidays are knocking at the door! Myriads of appealing baking sweets and chocolatery products are decorating the stores shelfs. It’s a feast for the eyes and the palate and almost compulsory to have desert at our Thanksgiving and Christmas […]
Teeth Sensitivity
. Learn about our restorative dentistry services today. Restorative Dentistry Options in Elk Grove What Causes Tooth Sensitivity? This topic connects closely with our articles on Allergy Season and April Is Oral Cancer Awareness Month – 2022 — both offer valuable insights that complement what we’ve covered here. Visit our Restorative & Advanced Treatments section […]
Allergy Season
How Allergy Season Affects Your Oral Health That time of the year again, beautiful, warmer weather, blossoming trees, green grass, and…Allergies Allergy season and dental symptoms. Really!? Allergies have really unpleasant symptoms: red, itchy and watery eyes and the endless sneezing and congestion. Well, sometimes may impact your oral health! Here are some dental […]
April Is Oral Cancer Awareness Month – 2022
April Is Oral Cancer Awareness Month – 2022 Check your mouth Oral cancer kills! Avoid this disease by learning to recognize early symptoms, talk to your dentist about any suspicions and have your dentist perform an oral cancer exam twice a year. Caught early, everything from treatments to final outcome, are reduced in severity. The […]