Peña Dental Clinic

11/11/2025

📢 Clinic Advisory:

Our Dental clinic will be open until 12pm today.

Please stay safe and dry! 🌧️💙

10/11/2025

📢 Clinic Advisory:

Due to the inclement weather brought by the typhoon, our dental clinic will be closed today for everyone’s safety.

All scheduled appointments will be rescheduled once operations resume.
Please stay safe and dry! 🌧️💙

28/10/2025

23/09/2025

📣 Clinic Advisory
Please be informed that our clinic will be open until 12:00 NN only today due to the inclement weather.

We apologize for any inconvenience and encourage you to plan your visit accordingly. Regular clinic hours will resume tomorrow.

Thank you for your understanding!
— Peña Dental Clinic

12/08/2025

19/07/2025

Huy, isuot mo iyang retainer mo, lagot ka na naman kay doc! 🤭

03/06/2025

🦷Why You Shouldn't Brush Right After Eating

It might seem like a good idea to brush your teeth immediately after a meal — especially to keep them clean and fresh — but doing so can actually damage your teeth over time.

🔬 Here’s What Happens in Your Mouth After You Eat:

After consuming, especially acidic foods or drinks — like citrus fruits, tomatoes, coffee, soda, or wine — the pH level in your mouth drops, creating a temporarily acidic environment.

This acidity affects your teeth in a specific way:

The enamel (the hard outer layer of your teeth) begins to lose essential minerals, particularly calcium and phosphate. This process is called demineralization, and it causes the enamel to temporarily soften. During this softened state, the enamel is more vulnerable to damage, especially from brushing.

🚫 Why Brushing Immediately Can Be Harmful:🪥🦷

If you brush your teeth while your enamel is still in this weakened state, you risk scrubbing away the softened enamel, which doesn't grow back. Over time, this can lead to:

➡️Enamel erosion

➡️Tooth sensitivity

➡️Increased risk of cavities

✅ What to Do Instead:

Wait at least 30 to 60 minutes after eating or drinking acidic substances before brushing.

In the meantime, you can:

➡️Rinse your mouth with water

➡️Chew sugar-free gum to stimulate saliva production

➡️Drink water to help neutralize acids

Saliva naturally helps to neutralize the acid and remineralize the enamel, restoring its hardness — but this process takes a little time.

Disclaimer: This information is for educational purposes only and does not replace a professional medical evaluation. If you're experiencing symptoms, always consult a healthcare provider. The accompanying image is AI-generated and is for illustrative purposes only.

31/05/2025

24/05/2025

When a tooth is lost and not replaced, the surrounding teeth gradually shift into the empty space, disrupting the natural alignment of the bite. This misalignment can lead to bite collapse, which affects chewing efficiency and jaw function. More critically, the absence of a tooth means the underlying jawbone no longer receives the necessary stimulation from chewing forces. Without this stimulation, the bone begins to deteriorate—a process known as bone resorption. Over time, this can lead to significant bone loss, altering facial structure and complicating future dental treatments. Replacing missing teeth promptly is essential to preserve oral health and function.

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For your awareness:
This is an AI-generated image created to help illustrate dental concepts and promote oral health education.
Feel free to use and share it with patients for educational purposes.