Month: January 2019

The most obvious reason to straighten your teeth is so that you’ll have a beautiful smile.

But what you might not know is why you should rely on ClearCorrect orthodontics to make it happen.

You’re in luck because our team at Cupertino Family Dental is sharing an infographic that lists four great reasons to choose this clear aligner therapy over standard metal brackets and wires!

Take the first step toward a straight, healthy smile with ClearCorrect!

Call us today or fill out our online form to request a consultation in Cupertino, CA.

At Cupertino Family Dental, giving people back their smiles with restorative dentistry is part of our everyday routine!

That’s because we offer so many different ways to build up your teeth with natural-looking restorative materials and techniques.

Listen to Dr. Lo talk about just a few of them!

Make 2019 a great year for your smile! Call us today or fill out our online form to request an appointment in Cupertino, CA.

Millions of people are so tormented by fear and anxiety about dental appointments, that they can’t keep up with the routine care they need. Inevitably, their oral health suffers as a result.

Overcoming fear of the dentist, then, has to start somewhere if you want a healthy smile. We find it best to begin with understanding your fears.

• Did you have traumatic dental appointments as a child?
• Do you hear horror stories from others about dental treatment?
• Do you have high pain sensitivity?
• Do you fear the unknown about your oral health?

These are only a few of the more common reasons for dental anxiety, but there is a way our team at Cupertino Family Dental can help you!

We’re letting you know about the best gift you can give yourself this season, and that’s a healthier mouth with a little help from inhaled sedation in our Cupertino, CA dental office.
Discover The Unexpected Gifts Of Dental Sedation

Good oral health gives you a better-looking smile and a better chance at enjoying a healthy body overall. That’s the first benefit of dental sedation. It helps you get through your dental appointments without anxiety, stress, or fear so can maintain healthy teeth and gums.

Here are a few other unexpected gifts!

*Prevent Oral Health Threats From Getting Worse*

Any dental problem that goes untreated is a threat to your oral health. It’s one of the reasons people with intense dental anxiety can’t keep their mouths healthy, because getting a cavity filled or a routine cleaning is too frightening.

Plaque buildup, cavities, or any other oral health problems will only get worse if you don’t do anything about it, which means you’re giving yourself even more reason to stress about complicated treatments down the road.

Dental sedation will allow you to feel completely calm and relaxed so you can get the care you need to stay ahead of oral health threats.

*Make Dental Procedures Easier On Yourself*

It’s not easy to get through a dental procedure if you find it hard to sit still or suppress a sensitive gag reflex. With someone’s hands and tools inside your mouth for a long period of time, it can be hard for anyone, really.

But laughing gas helps relax your body when your mind or involuntary physical responses won’t let you. It will take immediate effect, help you lay comfortably back in the chair, and get through your dental treatments with ease.

*Never Fear Dental Appointments Again*

When you’ve had the chance to experience firsthand the effects of sedation before your dental procedure, it’ll help you feel more confident going into your next appointment.

Soon, you’ll come to the point where you don’t have to fear your dental treatments again and you’ll use that courage and peace of mind to maintain the routine care you need for a lifetime of better oral health.

Experience The Gift For Yourself!

The best gift you can give yourself this holiday season is a healthy smile, and that means finding the courage to get the routine dental care you need.

We can help you do that with our compassionate, patient-centered practice, comfort amenities, and inhaled sedation for more relaxing, pleasant dental appointments.

Experience the benefits of comfortable dentistry for yourself and call Cupertino Family Dental today or fill out our online form to request an appointment.

Modern dentistry offers life-changing benefits that only a few years ago, patients couldn’t have imagined!

One of these gifts of innovation is our same-day smile solutions at Cupertino Family Dental.

Listen to Dr. Lo explain CEREC technology in our Cupertino, CA dental office and what it can do to restore your smile in only one visit!

For the most advanced smile solutions, call us today or fill out our online form to request a consultation in Cupertino, CA.

Are your holiday nights anything but silent because of your partner’s loud, chronic snoring?

Maybe you’re the one snoring, yet still suffering daily exhaustion from lack of rest?

If you or someone in your family is showing signs of sleep apnea, it could be interfering with everyone’s holiday peace.

Take today’s quiz to see if you need sleep apnea solutions at Cupertino Family Dental!

We can provide proper evaluation and treatment with a comfortable, custom oral appliance for a better night’s sleep.

Call us today or fill out our online form to request an appointment in Cupertino, CA.

At Cupertino Family Dental, our priority is making sure you love your smile.

Sometimes that means providing restorative dental treatment to get your oral health back on track.

And other times, it means making cosmetic improvements on your teeth that have, up until now, made you unhappy or ashamed of your smile, especially around busy social seasons like the holidays!

Today, we have the answer!

You can start today in Cupertino, CA with a total smile makeover!

Give Yourself A Smile Makeover For The Holidays

This time of year necessitates a confident, attractive smile.

Here’s why!

*The Cameras Are Everywhere*

Thanks to the smartphone, everyone’s a photographer, right?

You just can’t get through a social function without someone holding up their phone and snapping a quick group selfie. Then you have the added pressure of having your smiling face blasted all over social media!

A beautiful smile is a must!

*The Invitations Are Pouring In*

By now, you probably already have lots of holiday party invitations pouring in or have special events already marked on your calendar.

What you need is a smile that makes you look amazing and feel confident so you can relax, be yourself, and get the most out of your holiday festivities.

What Would Your Smile Makeover Include?

Everyone’s needs, goals, and budget are different.

That means your smile makeover process is completely unique to YOU!

Here are a few cosmetic dentistry services we might include in your smile makeover treatment plan:

*Straight Teeth & A Glamorous Smile*

There are two surprising solutions for crooked, gapped teeth at Cupertino Family Dental that don’t involve metal brackets and wires!

Which one you choose all depends on what your dental needs are, and Dr. Lo and our team can help you decide which one will help you get the smile you’ve always wanted!

One solution is dental veneers, a lasting, powerful answer to cracks, chips, gaps, stains, and even misshapen teeth. Veneers are bonded to your damaged or unsightly teeth with the perfectly customized fit, and they give you a Hollywood smile that creates the illusion that you just finished orthodontic treatment.

If your bite alignment and teeth position need more work, you can actually opt for ClearCorrect, a short-term orthodontics alternative that will give you the same beautiful results as braces in less time. The best part is you can start straightening your teeth now without sacrificing your appearance through the holiday season because ClearCorrect is nearly invisible!

*White Teeth & A Bright Holiday Smile*

Maybe your smile used to shine brightly against a twinkling holiday backdrop, but over the years, your age, food, drinks, and even health can darken your teeth.

Professional teeth whitening is often used in conjunction with other cosmetic treatments as a last finishing touch to make your new smile complete.

In Cupertino, CA, you can get a dramatically whiter smile in as little as one hour with our in-office treatment, or take home our customized system to apply at your convenience!

*New Teeth & A Same-Day Smile*

There are certain times that call for an immediate smile overhaul, not so much because of your appearance, although that’s certainly important.

But more because of your oral health.

Depending on your particular needs, Dr. Lo and our team can provide you with a same-day smile solution that gives you a complete set of teeth that not only restore function but protect damaged teeth and preserve your beautiful appearance.

Some of our single-visit options include dental veneers, certain implant strategies, as well as CEREC same-day restorations!

Schedule Your Consultation!

Looking your best for a social gathering is essential.

It’s not because of vanity.

It’s about feeling good about yourself.

When you know you have a radiant, healthy smile, you’re more comfortable and relaxed, and confidence is an accessory that never goes out of style!

To get started on your holiday smile makeover, call Cupertino Family Dental today or fill out our online form to request a consultation in Cupertino, CA.

With Thanksgiving just days away, our team at Cupertino Family Dental wants to make sure your holiday plans aren’t foiled by a dental emergency.

You can test your emergency response skills when something goes wrong with your teeth by taking today’s quiz.

You should also save our contact information so you reach out to us for a same-day appointment to get the treatment you need for fast, effective solutions.

When you need emergency dental care in Cupertino, CA, call us or fill out our online form to request a non-emergency appointment.

We do more than take care of your teeth at Cupertino Family Dental.

We take care of our patients in a broader sense, which is something Michael appreciates.

In today’s video, you’ll hear more about the effects of a lack of dental care growing up had on Michael’s teeth and how restorative dentistry helped rebuild his smile and his confidence!

To find out how Cupertino Family Dental can restore your smile, call us today or fill out our online form to request an appointment in Cupertino, CA.

If your kids are about to gather a treasure of sugary goodness this Halloween, then make sure you know how to protect their smiles!

Check out today’s infographic from our team at Cupertino Family Dental that lists some tips for keeping your child safe from tooth decay, despite all the candy around the house.

Then call our Cupertino, CA dental office today or fill out our online form to schedule their next checkup!

This time of year, you may find yourself in very close quarters with friends and family. That’s because it’s Halloween season, the time for snuggling up with your special someone for your favorite cult classic horror film or a weekend touring the year’s best haunted houses and tours.

Don’t let your bad breath be the thing that’s scaring everyone away!

Find solutions at Cupertino Family Dental!

In the meantime, keep reading to learn more about some common causes of bad breath and what you can do to keep your mouth clean and fresh.

Don’t Let Bad Breath Scare People Away!

If you’ve tried gum, mints, and mouthwash with little success, it’s time to take a deeper look at what might be lurking behind your bad breath. Here are some of the most common explanations:

*Maybe It’s Food*

Sure, you probably already guessed this one.

We all know which foods are more notorious for turning good breath bad, like onions, garlic, or fish.

What’s not as widely-known, however, is that most other foods, especially those high in sugar and refined carbohydrates, can be just as smelly if left in the dark nooks and crannies in your mouth long enough. In fact, sugar is a favorite food source for odorous, harmful bacteria, so the more you consume it, the more you’re encouraging the spread of that bacteria, which will stink up your mouth.

That’s why eating healthy fruits, vegetables, and protein-packed foods, along with brushing and flossing each day, are a big part of keeping your breath fresh.

*Maybe It’s Dehydration*

Bad breath can also be a symptom of dry mouth. If you’re not taking in enough water every single day, you won’t produce a healthy amount of saliva, which is your body’s natural, bacteria-fighting coating that shields teeth and gums from harmful bacteria.

Saliva also helps wash away food particles and debris in between brushing and flossing, which starves bad bacteria from the sugar it relies on for strength and harmful acid production that hurts your teeth.

You should drink plenty of water everyday to avoid dehydration, but you can also try sugarless chewing gum as an additional way to encourage saliva flow.

Smoking and excessive alcohol consumption can also dehydrate you and lead to dry mouth, so consider modifying your lifestyle that will not only help you maintain fresher breath, but overall better health!

Stinky Breath Isn’t Scary, But The Cause Of It Could Be

While stinky breath isn’t necessarily scary, the cause of it can be.

That’s because persistent bad breath is a common sign of gum disease, a bacterial infection that leads in the causes of adult tooth loss and threatens your overall health if it’s left untreated and allowed to spread throughout your body.

You can prevent gum disease with daily brushing and flossing in conjunction with routine dental cleanings and exams with Dr. Lo. We will remove plaque and tartar buildup, as well as examine your mouth for signs of periodontal infection and take immediate steps to treat it effectively.

Find Fresh Breath Solutions!

Maybe you have plans this Halloween to check out a few haunted houses with your friends. How can you huddle up with the gang and tiptoe in lockstep if you have smelly breath?

Don’t wonder the dark, scary haunted halls alone!

Dr. Lo and our team at Cupertino Family Dental can help you figure out the underlying cause of your bad breath and find the most suitable and lasting solution.

Call our Cupertino Family Dental office today or fill out our online form to make an appointment.