If you need to replace missing teeth, you may want to consider our San Diego dental implants. These life-changing restorations give you the look and feel of natural teeth. Fifth Avenue Dental Arts has helped many San Diego residents discover all the benefits of dental implants and why they’re the choice option for smile reconstruction. …
Most healthy gum tissue is a shade of coral pink. And that includes everyone, regardless of your genetic makeup or heritage. However, there is still a smaller percentage of people who have black gums or speckled/spotted gum tissue with the pink and black mixed together. What Causes Black Gums? To understand what causes dark …
Why do you have to get your wisdom teeth removed? Usually, it’s because of their increased risk of infection. Most of the problems caused by wisdom teeth are because they’re more prone to decay, gum disease, or impaction. The benefit of wisdom teeth removal is that you can prevent additional complications in your adjacent …
Have a missing tooth? The extra space it creates can lead to embarrassment, changes in your diet or facial profile, not to mention shifting in other teeth next to it. Fortunately, you have several choices for replacing missing teeth and rebuilding your smile. Our dentist in downtown San Diego can use various restorative methods …
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Most people think of a beautiful smile as straight white teeth. However, the appearance of our smile is also affected by the shape and size of each tooth and the tissue that frames it. All of the soft gingival tissue (gums) surrounding our smile also has an impact on how we look, from the …
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Do you need endodontic treatment on a broken, dying, or abscessed tooth? Our dentist in downtown San Diego hears a lot of questions about root canal treatment each day. We’re here to assure you that getting a root canal is just as “routine” as having a crown or filling placed in your tooth. Here …
A straighter smile is one of the best presents you could ever give yourself. The benefits of Invisalign go much deeper than just appearances. With the help of our Invisalign dentist in downtown San Diego, you can enjoy improved oral health for years to come. If you’re considering taking the first steps in improving …
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If you’re one of the thousands of San Diego patients without dental insurance, we’ve got great news. Fifth Avenue Dental Arts offers a private Smile Savings Membership plan for you and your family. Smile Savings Plan Membership in Downtown San Diego Looking for private dental discount plans? With our in-house membership program, you get the …
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Water flossing is a great alternative for anyone who dislikes or has trouble using traditional floss. Like conventional floss, a water flosser cleans areas that you can’t reach with a toothbrush. Such as between teeth, around fixed bridges and implants, or just below the gumlines. Our dentist in downtown San Diego recommends using a …
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Are you considering a smile makeover? What is considered cosmetic dentistry can vary, depending on your oral health and aesthetic needs. Our dentist in Downtown San Diego offers a wide range of cosmetic dentistry treatments to enhance your best accessory: your smile! Since every smile makeover is unique, what is a cosmetic dentistry treatment …