A single chip can be a random accident. But if you’re getting frequent chips or recurring cracks, there’s usually an underlying reason—either the tooth is weaker, the forces on it are too high, or both. Our dentist in Rancho Cucamonga recommend thinking of tooth...
If you have a constant toothache or pain when biting, treat it as a sign that something is irritating or damaging your tooth, nerve, gums, or jaw. The safest next step is to schedule a dental exam promptly, especially if the pain is worsening, lingers, or comes with...
A cavity is a permanently damaged area of a tooth where decay creates a hole in the enamel (and sometimes deeper layers). You might suspect a cavity if you notice tooth sensitivity, pain when chewing, a visible spot, or lingering sweetness sensitivity—but many...
If you brush twice a day and floss regularly, it’s reasonable to wonder why you still “need” a professional cleaning every six months. After all, you’re doing the right things at home. The short truth is this: home care is essential, but it can’t do...
Flossing is one of those habits almost everyone has heard they “should” do—but many people still wonder: Do I really need to floss every day? And if the answer is yes, what’s the best way to do it without hurting my gums or feeling like it takes forever? Below is a...
A chipped, cracked, or knocked-out tooth can happen in a second—during a meal, a sports game, a fall, or even from biting down on something unexpectedly hard. The good news: quick, calm action can often save the tooth and reduce pain, complications, and cost. In this...
A sudden tooth injury can happen from a fall, sports, biting something hard, or an accident. Whether you chip, crack, or knock out a tooth, what you do in the first minutes can affect pain, infection risk, and even whether the tooth can be saved. That’s why our Rancho...
If your jaw pops, clicks, locks, or hurts when you open wide, chew, yawn, or talk for long periods, the most common reason involves the temporomandibular joints (TMJs)—the hinge-like joints connecting your lower jaw to your skull. These joints work with muscles,...
Tooth sensitivity usually happens when the protective outer layer of the tooth (enamel) thins or when gums recede, exposing the tooth’s root surface. Under enamel is dentin, which contains tiny tubules leading toward the nerve. When dentin is exposed, cold air, hot...
A chipped tooth during lunch, a cracked tooth from biting something hard, or a tooth knocked out during sports can happen fast—and it’s normal to feel unsure about what to do next. The most important thing is to act quickly and protect the tooth and surrounding...
