Informative Dental Blogs

Now that the summer is over, it’s time to buckle down and prepare for the onslaught of holidays just around the corner. Not only is it a busy time of year, but it is also a time filled with reasons to smile. And if you aren’t happy with your smile’s brightness, you tend to shy […]

A favorite snack fruit for all ages is the banana. They’re tasty in cereal and other recipes, babies love to feed themselves with them and it’s the perfect accompaniment to a good workout because they help prevent cramps. The banana is a magical fruit that deserves its own day – April 15th. So, let’s take a […]

When we realize that our permanent set of teeth, and those teeth are coming in crooked, we often consider wearing braces. Unfortunately, these days there are lots of different options to consider. Traditional, ceramic, lingual, invisible – which one is best for you? Fortunately, this decision is based on the treatment plan you and your dental professional […]

My recent humanitarian mission to Peru was such an uplifting life changing experience for me. I would like to once again thank Dr. Middleton and the rest of my extended family here for all the support and encouragement that I received making this trip possible. I had the opportunity to assist as a surgical scrub […]

When you think about lasers, what is the first thing that comes to mind? A sci-fi movie? Chances are you aren’t thinking about your dentist, but lasers are actually more commonplace than you may think. Why? Laser dentistry can relieve and cure several dental conditions you may encounter with added benefits. A laser is a device that emits […]

A lot of people associate a trip to the dentist with the sound of the high-speed dental drill, but Dr. Middleton has another tool at his disposal: a dental laser. While not commonly associated with dental treatment, lasers have been used in dentistry since the early 1990’s for a variety of treatments. Laser dentistry performed […]

It’s something you’d probably think about in a sci-fi movie, but dental lasers are actual treatment options for your Riverside periodontist. While we may not have thought about anything but a drill when we think about the dentist, lasers have been used in dentistry since the early 1990’s for a variety of treatments. But what […]

Aside from all of the hustle and bustle from holiday shopping and celebrate, let’s be honest – the foods are really the reason for the season. We show up for all of the tasty treats this time of year has to offer. However, with great food comes a great amount of overindulgence. And this can […]

And since good habits start at home, start teaching your family good dental hygiene habits. Everyone needs to be involved in order to get the habit to stick. Each February, the American Dental Association (ADA) sponsors National Children’s Dental Health Month to raise awareness about the importance of oral health. Our office goal this month is to […]

As parents, we want to give our children the world. If it’s possible, we want it to happen. But if we cater to their every whim, they will eventually become wild animals. Thankfully, we as parents have the good sense to restrict things we know aren’t good for them. Things become a bit trickier when […]

We all know that maintaining a bright healthy smile requires some work on our part. Not only do we need to visit the dentist regularly but keeping our mouths clean will help prevent issues from developing in the future. As important as it is to keep your teeth brushed and cared for, did you know that […]

If you are an adult who needs braces, you may be apprehensive about getting big metal braces that are not aesthetically pleasing to the eye. You want to feel confident about your smile not only after your braces come off, but during. ClearCorrect™ invisible braces provide straightening treatment while looking your best! ClearCorrect™ works by using a series […]