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What was your favorite part of summer?
posted: Sep. 05, 2023.
It's the end of summer, and fall is just around the corner. Soon the temperatures will cool down, the leaves will start to change, and the doctor and our team Read more -
Happy Labor Day!
posted: Aug. 29, 2023.
Labor Day is upon us, and that means the non-official end to summer. Before the kids head back to school and temperatures start to cool down, this is your last Read more -
Can children be at risk for periodontal disease?
posted: Aug. 22, 2023.
You want to check all the boxes when you consider your child’s dental health. You make sure your child brushes twice daily to avoid cavities. You’ve made a plan for Read more -
Top Five Things to Keep Your Dentist Smiling
posted: Aug. 15, 2023.
Come say hello twice a year. The American Dental Association says two times is the charm. Multiple visits a year lets us keep an eye out for any developing issues. Read more -
Canker sores, cold sores, and mouth sores: What's the difference?
posted: Aug. 08, 2023.
At Pacoima Family Dental Centers, we know many people have experienced some form of mouth sores or irritation. Some mouth sores are harmless and go away on their own after Read more -
The Dog Days of Summer
posted: Aug. 01, 2023.
Here we are in the middle of the hottest time of the year. Yes, it’s the dog days of summer. But, wait—just what are “the dog days of summer,” anyway? The Read more -
Do You Have an Ageless Smile? Let Us Help You Keep It!
posted: Jul. 25, 2023.
In your golden years, you’ve become a pioneer in tooth care. Yours is probably the first generation in history that can expect to keep most of their natural teeth for Read more -
How much calcium does my child need?
posted: Jul. 18, 2023.
When you were a kid, your parents may have told you to drink milk to build strong bones and grow tall and strong. Now that you have children of your Read more -
What's in toothpaste and how does it work?
posted: Jul. 11, 2023.
the doctor and our team recommend that you brush your teeth two to three times a day, for at least two minutes each time. But have you ever wondered what’s Read more -
Fun Facts for the Fourth
posted: Jul. 04, 2023.
The Fourth of July is a great time to get together with friends and family members for BBQ, games, fireworks, and other celebrations in honor of our country’s independence. While Read more -
Treatments for Tooth Discoloration
posted: Jun. 27, 2023.
Congratulations! You’re getting married! Wow! It’s your twentieth reunion! New job? Great news! No matter the occasion, large or small, you want to celebrate it with your whitest, brightest smile. Read more -
Is Coffee Damaging Your Smile?
posted: Jun. 20, 2023.
Coffee is one of the most popular drinks in the world. Many people have a cup, or two, or even three a day. It’s common to drink it in the Read more -
The Effects of Biting Your Nails
posted: Jun. 13, 2023.
Also known as onchophagia, the habit of nail biting is one of the so-called “nervous habits” that can be triggered by stress, excitement, or boredom. Approximately half of all kids Read more -
Healthy Summer Foods
posted: Jun. 06, 2023.
It’s summer—that wonderful time of year when fresh and delicious produce abounds. the doctor will tell you that your teeth, gums, and tissues all rely on an appropriate mix of Read more -
Heading Off to College? Maybe It’s Time to Graduate to an Electric Toothbrush!
posted: May 30, 2023.
Your trusty manual toothbrush has been with you from pre-school through high school—well, obviously not the same manual toothbrush, because that would be seriously unhygienic—but it’s the kind of toothbrush Read more -
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