What Are the Main Ingredients in Toothpaste?
WE’VE ALL HEARD of the active ingredient in toothpaste: fluoride. It supplies tooth enamel with…
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Time’s Almost Up to Use Your Dental Insurance Benefits!
As the year 2023 draws to a close, it’s essential to remind you that your dental insurance benefits are about to expire. If you haven’t already taken advantage of these benefits, don’t fret; there’s still time! At Barbara Young DDS in San Diego, we want to help you make the most of your dental insurance…
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Happy TMJ Awareness Month!
OUR JAWS GET a pretty constant workout between all the talking, chewing, and yawning we do, but those simple activities…
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Sugar Is the Main Cause of Childhood Cavities
2 OUT OF EVERY 5 KIDS have at least one cavity by the time they finish elementary school, and the…
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What Your Dentist in San Diego Can Tell By Looking In Your Mouth
YOUR DENTIST IN San Diego isn’t just looking for cavities at your routine checkup. A quick examination of your mouth can reveal a lot more about your oral and overall health than you think. The dentist may even discover some of your quirky habits! Here are a few things dentists may notice when they look…
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Don’t Take Dental Advice From TikTok!
UNLESS THE DENTIST is an active TikTok user, it’s not a good idea to get dental health advice from social media. We’ve noticed a lot of…
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Sealants Are a Protective Shield for Teeth
40% OF KIDS WILL have at least one cavity by the time they start school, usually due to…
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What Myths Has Modern Dentistry Debunked?
FOR AS LONG AS there have been people, there has been tooth decay, but people in past civilizations didn’t..
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Is There a Wrong Way to Breathe?
“MOUTH-BREATHER” HAS made the rounds as an insult in recent years, but breathing primarily through the…
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Comparing Dental Implants with Traditional Dentures: Which is Better?
Dental Implants in San Diego When it comes to restoring your smile and regaining optimal oral function, you have several options to choose from. Two popular choices are dental implants and traditional dentures. At Barbara Young, DDS, your trusted dental practice specializing in dental implants in San Diego, we understand the importance of making an…
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