Carmel Dental Associates

02/16/2026

"Why do they call them x-rays and not tooth pics?"

02/11/2026

The excuses you hear... 😂 🦷

02/09/2026

Did you know that 48% of young adults have untagged themselves from a photo on Facebook because of their smile?

We'll help get you smiling with confidence again! Schedule an appointment today.

02/06/2026

Dentist: Do you have sensitive teeth?

Patient: I don't know. They have a hard time opening up about their feelings. 🦷 🤣

02/04/2026

Tooth decay and gum disease may be the most common oral health issues around, but they are far from the only ones. Understanding less common conditions may prepare you should you encounter them.

Oral pathology is the dental specialty that studies the causes and effects of conditions affecting the mouth and other oral structures. Learn more here.

02/02/2026

New dentures mean white, glossy teeth. But if you've had your dentures for a while, those same teeth may be looking a bit stained and dull.

Fortunately, you don't need to live with your stained dentures. Dentures can be whitened and restored to their original, white appearance!

You want your smile to shine, but dentures can become stained. Learn how to whiten dentures at home and with a dentist's help, here.

01/30/2026

All these dental jokes are great, but careful when telling your teeth...

You don't want to crack them up 🤣

01/28/2026

Have tooth pain? Your teeth are trying to tell you something.

Learn about controlling cavity pain and what it feels like. Find out more about cavity pain relief and cavity pain remedies at Crest.com/en-us.

01/26/2026

Conventional wisdom says that diet affects oral health. But people begin to disagree on the details, and there are many widely held misconceptions. So how does our diet really affect our teeth?

The Keto diet is indeed a trend. So is intermittent fasting. But how do these and other famous diets influence our teeth? Is it true that veganism is dangerous for oral health? What is so bad about [...]

01/23/2026

Flossing is more than just pulling a string between your teeth.

To floss properly, the floss should glide against both sides of each tooth, arcing around the tooth so as to fit above the gum line. Each tooth should be flossed, not just those with tangible particulates.

01/21/2026

Whether in an athletic activity or fluke accident, losing a tooth can be a jarring experience. However, staying alert can help you save the tooth. The likelihood of successful re-implantation diminishes greatly after 30 minutes. Find the tooth and seek medical care asap.