Proper oral hygiene involves more than regular brushing and flossing. At Mission Smiles Dentistry in Fremont, we believe that the right combination of good at-home dental care and routine professional cleanings and checkups is essential to maintaining a beautiful smile and a healthy mouth. Dr. Bina Joshi and her team can help you and your …

Accidents happen and dental emergencies can happen anytime, and knowing what to do when one occurs can mean the difference between saving and losing a tooth. First thing to do in case of dental emergency is to Stay Calm and call Mission Smiles Dentistry in Fremont immediately. Types of Dental emergencies: Toothache and Pains Knocked-Out …

Your smile plays a big part in your appearance. It is the first thing that people notice about you, besides your eyes, which influences how people perceive you. A bright smile is associated with good health, confidence, and happiness, which essentially draws people to you and makes you more successful in your personal and professional …

Endodontic treatment is usually recommended when the tooth pulp becomes infected from bacteria, inflamed, or is dead. Such a situation may be caused by untreated tooth decay or tooth fracture that leaves the nerve exposed to infection. Root canal therapy can help save a badly damaged tooth and extend its functional life when the only …

Cosmetic dentistry is a branch of professional oral care aimed at improving the appearance of your teeth and smile. It makes you appear happy, healthy, and attractive, which gives you great confidence in your various pursuits and makes you feel like you can do anything. But if you’re feeling shy or hesitant about smiling or …

Top 3 Teeth Whitening Procedures Stained and discolored teeth can be a major cause of discomfort and low self-esteem. If you’re self-conscious about the dark shade on some of your teeth, consider teeth whitening. We have discussed below three of the most popular teeth whitening procedures. Find out the one that suits your case best. …

Dental bridges refer to a fabricated, replacement tooth that is connected to two crowns on either side, and used to fill the gap left by a missing tooth. The crowns supporting the false tooth (pontic) are attached onto the adjacent teeth on each side of the gap, forming a bridge.  Dental bridgework provides one of …

It’s never too early to start paying attention to your baby’s smile.  The American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry (AAPD) recommends starting a dental regime at birth that involves cleaning your baby’s gums with water and a soft infant toothbrush or wash cloth, and then when teeth begin to appear, brushing them with a “smear” of fluoridated …

Teeth grinding is when you clench, gnash, or grind your teeth—often without being completely aware of your actions, particularly at night. The medical term for teeth grinding is bruxism, and our teeth just aren’t built to withstand this constant force and abrasion. Over time, teeth grinding can lead to: Premature loss of enamel  Fractured teeth Gum …

Tooth enamel is the hard outer substance of the tooth that protects the softer and more sensitive inner tooth, called dentin. If the enamel is exposed to destructive bacteria bred from sugars and starches, or to acids from citrus fruits and coffee, for example, the substance starts to break down.  Enamel can also be lost …