Serving Generations With Quality Family Dentistry

Linda spent a few years hearing her parents rave about Dr. Lo and our team in Cupertino before she was ready to make a switch.

But when she finally did, she says she had the best cleaning of her life!

Hear Linda talk about how we’ve been serving four generations of her family and what she appreciates about our level of quality, patient-friendly care!

Call Cupertino Family Dental or fill out our online form to request an appointment for your family.

Put A Plan In Place For Summer Dental Emergencies

Our team at Cupertino Family Dental is here to help you enjoy a pain-free summer with our tips for creating a dental emergency plan should something happen to threaten your family’s plans this season!

Plan Ahead For Potential Dental Emergencies

Keeping your cool during a dental emergency is easier when you have a plan in place. Your Cupertino emergency dentist is here to help!

*Create A Dental Emergency Kit*

Just like a first-aid kit, having a small kit specifically created for dental emergencies can help you save time and panic because you’ll have all the tools you might need in one place.

Here are some items you may want to include:

  • Dental cement
  • A dental mirror
  • Sterile gauze
  • A dry cloth
  • A small container with a lid
  • Non-aspirin pain relievers
  • Gloves

*Be Aware Of The Possible Dental Emergencies You Face*

Although we know accidents and injuries can happen at any time, each season poses its own risks for dental emergencies. Being aware of those risks can help you be better prepared to handle them.

Here are some common dental problems you could face during the summer and initial steps you can take just before you call your Cupertino emergency dentist for an appointment:

An Injury To The Mouth – Whether one of the kids who’ve been running around the picnic table, the pool, or out in the backyard falls down or bumps into another child, or whether you’re playing catch with the kids and get hit in the face with a ball, any blunt force contact to the mouth can easily result in a broken or knocked-out tooth. Get any bleeding under control, use a cold compress to reduce swelling, and if a tooth is lost, pick it up by the crown and remove any debris from it by gently rinsing it with cold water. Keep it in a sealed container of milk and bring it to the dentist office.

A Broken Tooth Or Restoration – You probably grill out during the summer months, and that means eating more meat on the bone. Biting down the wrong way, whether it’s on a rib bone or any other type of food, can break a tooth, a filling, or a crown. Follow the same steps for managing pain and swelling, and then give us a call right away!

A Toothache – Vacations and summer parties mean you’ll likely be consuming more sugar. You may also find your normal routines and surroundings are a bit off. Finally, with the hotter days, you may not be drinking enough water to stay hydrated. Put them together, and you’re at a higher risk for tooth decay and cavities. These can lead to dental pain, which you should never ignore. Whether it’s a nagging, persistent toothache or just an increase in sensitivity that comes and goes, treat it like a dental emergency and give us a call right away!

Come To Us For Help!

Dealing with a dental emergency is a two-step process.

First, it’s about responding to the initial injury or dental problem, which today’s blog will help you handle with some planning tips and an awareness about common dental emergencies.

The second step is reaching out to your Cupertino emergency dentist for an appointment.

Dr. Lo and our team will do everything we can to treat you as soon as possible so you can get back to an enjoyable, pain-free summer!

When you need help fast, call Cupertino Family Dental or fill out our online form for a non-emergency appointment.

Clear Aligners Are Easy To Love

If you have crooked, crowded, or gapped teeth, that can be embarrassing. It can also be bad for your health. You see, when your teeth aren’t in-line, you can’t clean them effectively no matter how diligently you brush and floss. Likewise, when your teeth overlap each other, bacteria can more easily hide out between them. Fortunately, the team here at the Cupertino Family Dental has an easy orthodontic solution for you. Don’t worry, the plan we have in mind for you involves clear aligners and so it won’t require any metal brackets and wires.

To that end, today, we want to talk about ClearCorrect. We love this clear aligners treatment method, and we are confident that you will too. Keep reading, and then be sure to call us to request your initial consultation appointment.

What follows are our top 5 reasons (in no particular order) to love ClearCorrect:

1. This Orthodontic Treatment Is Subtle

ClearCorrect allows you to get the treatment you deserve without drawing unwanted attention to your mouth. That’s because, as we mentioned, this method relies on clear plastic aligners to make your transformation happen. Outsiders will never need to know what you are up to. That means no awkward questions, rude comments, or stupid nicknames.

2. These “Braces” Come Out As Needed

We especially love this aspect. You see, unlike classic metal braces, ClearCorrect aligners are not installed permanently in your mouth. It’s alright to pop them out for a special occasion or while eating a snack. It is great to be able to take a break when you need to. This also makes cleaning a breeze.

The Fine Print: you will have to wear ClearCorrect aligners for most of the day in order to stay on track, but you do have some flexibility, which is huge.

3. This Is A No Hassle Program

Braces can force you to drastically adjust your lifestyle. However, with aligners, you won’t have to buy special foods, tools, or waxes, or take time off of work and miss important meetings just to keep up with the monthly in-office adjustments that metal braces would require.

You are responsible for switching your ClearCorrect aligners out on your own according to our pre-arranged schedule. You can eat whatever you want and cleaning only requires a rinse under warm water. You will continue to brush and floss like normal, and you won’t have to quit eating chewy, crunchy, hard, and sticky foods like you would if you had braces.

4. The Gear Feels Natural

Your comfort is important to us. That’s why we love how ClearCorrect aligners fit snugly and comfortably over your teeth. They won’t cause any bleeding, sores, or unpleasantness. They are comparable to wearing a mouthguard.

5. Your Smile Makeover Happens Fast

Perhaps the best thing that we can say about ClearCorrect is the quick turnaround time, when you have an experienced team like Dr. Lo and Dr. Lin guiding the process.

Obviously, results vary, but a ClearCorrect orthodontic treatment can normally finish the job in only about 12 months time. Remember, braces would take 2-3 years to deliver any noticeable improvements.

You Make The Call!

We hope you have been inspired by the possibilities. If you are ready to take the next step towards a better-looking smile, call Cupertino Family Dental today or fill out our online form to request an easy orthodontic consultation appointment in Cupertino, CA. That’s the only way to know for sure if ClearCorrect clear aligners are the right solution for your current needs and budget.

3 Benefits Of A Custom Athletic Mouthguard!

Your smile deserves the best, which is why only a custom athletic mouthguard will do against the unique risks you face when you’re hard at play!

Our team at Cupertino Family Dental can create one especially for you, far better than anything you’ll find in stores!

Check out our infographic for three reasons why!

Protect your smile today! Call Cupertino Family Dental or fill out our online form to request an appointment for a mouthguard in Cupertino, CA.

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