The Ortega Boulevard Dental Blog

Some studies have shown that as many as 50% of Americans have moderate to extreme fear about going to the dentist. Some of this fear can be attributed to the radiation they think they will be exposed to during the appointment. These days, dental...

It’s Valentine’s Day. Sweetness is in the air. Candy is on the counter. In a previous post, we talked about all the sweet treats that come along with this holiday and some strategies to avoid them. But since V-Day is all about getting someone you...

Every February, the American Dental Association (ADA) sponsors National Children's Dental Health Month to raise awareness about the importance of oral health. So far, the campaign reached millions of people in communities across the country,...

Even though it feels as if New Years just occurred yesterday, Valentine’s Day is right around the corner. And with it comes a fresh round of sweet tooth temptations. From the candied hearts at the grocery checkout counter to the heart-shaped box of...

Rinsing with water is a major part of an oral care program. Yet while many folks focus on the old adage of brushing twice a day, they often forget the rinsing component. In this post, we’ll discuss why rinsing with water is effective and how you...

Different age groups have different areas of concern when it comes to oral health. For my Jacksonville patients who are older than 60, some of the following concerns may be worth discussing during your next visit. Affects of Medication The link...

Our office has participated in this amazing program in the past and we wanted to take some time to remind our visitors about its goals, events, and accomplishments. What is the Program and What Does it Do? The Give Back a Smile program enables...

Earlier this month, we posted an interesting fact on our Facebook page: “People with gum disease are twice as likely to suffer from coronary artery disease as those without disease.” But if you take a look behind the statement, an interesting layer...

I wanted to take the time to share with you something I think about quite often. I am grateful for having an amazing staff. Allow me to share with you what I have the privilege of experiencing every working day. I am amazed at how well everyone...

  Each year Dr. Rittenberg and his entire staff attend a continuing education conference together. This spring we were among 30,000 other delegates at the Hinman Dental Conference in Atlanta, Georgia! We came back with lots of great ideas from...

If you respond quickly, a tooth that is knocked out can actually be re-implanted and retained for life. Studies show a success rate if the time outside the mouth is limited to only five minutes up to an hour. Here are some do’s and don’ts: 1) Do...

No surprises with new smile! Making a change in your smile can be exciting but can create some apprehension. What will I look like? Will I still look like me? Will it look natural? , etc…. We have developed in our office an almost fool-proof way of...

To me, it’s more important how you brush your teeth than the type of toothbrush or toothpaste you happen to use. You want to especially concentrate brushing on the junction where the tooth meets the gum and all chewing surfaces. Two full minutes of...

I have had a laser for a while and have found it very useful for gently doing minor gum procedures without cutting or sutures. I had a patient come in last week who had been up all night with pain. Her lower back tooth had chipped and left a sharp...