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Memorial Day: Parades, remembrance, and the unofficial start of summer!
posted: May 23, 2023.
“The purpose of all war is peace.” - Saint Augustine Fire truck sirens, baton twirlers, marching bands covering patriotic tunes, colorful floats, costumes, and millions of red, white, and blue American Read more
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Is Your Broken Tooth An Emergency?
posted: May 16, 2023.
When you chip a tooth badly, it can be a very nerve-wracking situation. the doctor and our team want to provide you with some information that can help if you Read more
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Wishing all our moms a happy Mother’s Day!
posted: May 09, 2023.
"Motherhood: All love begins and ends there." - Robert Browning We would like to take this moment to thank all the great moms out there for being so great during their Read more
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Summer is Almost Here: Tips for a bright, white smile!
posted: May 02, 2023.
Summer is almost here, which means a season full of vacations, adventures and great memories is just around the corner for our patients at Pacoima Family Dental Centers. Everyone wants Read more
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Are baby teeth really that important?
posted: Apr. 25, 2023.
Your infant’s first teeth will begin to appear around six to 12 months of age. You might wonder how important these primary teeth really are. After all, baby teeth are Read more
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Earth Day
posted: Apr. 18, 2023.
The idea for Earth Day was the brainchild of Gaylord Nelson, a senator from Wisconsin. He envisioned an Earth Day that would be a kind of environmental teach-in. The first Read more
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How Smoking Increases the Risk of Oral Cancer
posted: Apr. 11, 2023.
Cigarette smoke contains more than 6,000 chemicals, and at least 200 of those chemicals are known to be harmful to your health. When smoke is inhaled, moist oral tissues are Read more
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Do Spring Allergies Mean (B)Looming Dental Problems?
posted: Apr. 04, 2023.
April showers bring May flowers, and May flowers bring . . . allergies. If you’re one of the millions of people who suffer from seasonal allergies, you might be suffering Read more
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How do I handle my child’s dental emergency?
posted: Mar. 28, 2023.
Kids are active, and with lots of activity comes the potential for mishaps. Before an emergency occurs, you’d be smart to stay informed about the problems your child may encounter. Here Read more
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Can Your Dentist Tell If You’re Left-Handed?
posted: Mar. 21, 2023.
Sherlock Holmes, that most famous of fictional detectives, observed clues, analyzed them, and used his powers of deduction to arrive at the solution to his cases. the doctor and our team Read more
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St. Patrick's Day: Celtic pride, green shamrocks, and lucky charms!
posted: Mar. 14, 2023.
“St. Patrick's Day is an enchanted time -- a day to begin transforming winter's dreams into summer's magic.” Adrienne Cook Lucky green shamrocks, leprechauns, and pots of gold – it must Read more
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Are your teeth ready for the big day?
posted: Mar. 07, 2023.
Capturing the Moment At Pacoima Family Dental Centers we know that just about anyone who has taken on the challenge of planning her own wedding could tell you how important the Read more
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How Sedation Dentistry Can Help You Overcome Dental Anxiety
posted: Feb. 28, 2023.
Putting off your dental visit to Pacoima Family Dental Centers because of fear or anxiety only increases the potential for tooth decay or gum problems. At our office, the doctor Read more
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Are there foods that whiten teeth?
posted: Feb. 21, 2023.
Coffee. Blueberries. Red wine. Tomato sauce. They might please our palate, but they are notorious for staining our teeth. Luckily, nature has balanced the scales for us! Here are just Read more
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The Transformation of Valentine's Day
posted: Feb. 14, 2023.
Did you know the actions leading to the beginnings of Valentine's Day were actually centered on the avoidance of war? A Catholic priest named Valentine defied the orders of the Read more
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Whitening Teeth with Braces
posted: Feb. 07, 2023.
Now that you are working hard to improve your dental health and appearance with your braces, it might seem like a logical time to whiten your teeth as well. But Read more