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The Importance of Regular Checkups and Cleanings

To keep your smile healthy, plan to book your cleaning and dental checkups (Encinitas) every six months. Twice-yearly preventative care appointments are the best way to stay ahead of common dental problems. Being able to address them sooner and reverse certain issues can save your smile (and your wallet) for years to come. The Benefits […]

Sedation Dentistry for Anxious Patients

Approximately 1-in-3 people suffer from dental anxiety. From mild nervousness to a severe dental phobia, there are several reasons why someone may feel that way. Some have had bad experiences in the past, while others have extremely hypersensitive teeth or claustrophobia. Ultimately, dental anxiety can interfere with your ability to access the care that you […]

Teeth Whitening Encinitas

Have you been considering a cosmetic treatment, such as teeth whitening? Encinitas professional whitening options can give you better, faster results than anything you’ll find online or in a store. Plus, it’s a great way to jump-start your smile makeover. Professional teeth whitening uses concentrated, safe ingredients that are only available through our Encinitas […]

The Importance of Oral Cancer Screening in Dentistry

Oral cancer is a serious condition, but if diagnosed early, is very treatable and manageable. In fact, oral cancer that is detected early has an over 80 percent five-year survival rate compared to the overall cancer five-year survival rate of 59 percent. Many people are surprised to learn that oral cancer exists and that there […]

Restorative Dentistry Can Save Your Smile

Routine dental appointments at Skeens Family Dentistry are important for several reasons. It helps maintain positive oral health and identifies early issues that may need to be addressed. Whether you need a small dental filling or a long spanning dental bridge, you are guaranteed to receive the highest quality of restorative dentistry in Encinitas. Our […]

Why CEREC Same Day Crowns May Be Best For You

Sometimes a dental filling just isn’t enough to support a tooth from wearing down or fracturing. In this case, a dental crown is the best solution to help restore a tooth to its natural function and esthetics. At Skeens Family Dentistry, we utilize the most advanced dental techniques like CEREC same day crowns. This level […]

Always Fighting Bad Breath? Here’s Why.

We all wake up with a hint of morning breath. That’s to be expected after eight hours with your mouth shut! But fighting bad breath all day long is a separate and more serious issue. Do you constantly reach for breath mints and gum to cover stale breath? Do you avoid face-to-face conversations so […]

10 Things You Never Knew Your Dentist Does at Every Dental Checkup

You know it’s important to keep your dental checkup date with your dentist every six months, but do you know exactly why? During each dental checkup, your dentist performs a number of critical tasks that help to keep your mouth healthy and protected… even if you don’t realize he’s doing them at all! Check […]

Do You Have Sensitive, Aching Teeth? It Could be Bruxism

Sleep is supposed to be a time for rest and recovery. But that can’t happen when your teeth are constantly grinding into each other. Millions of Americans suffer from the condition of nighttime teeth grinding, also known as bruxism. If you’re among the 8% of adults with this sleep disorder, you may not even […]