Lakeview Family Dentistry

10/23/2025

10/16/2025

We would also like to take a moment to introduce Marti, who will be taking over Angel's position at the front desk. Please join us in giving her a warm welcome and helping her feel at home as she settles into her new role. We're excited to have her on our team!

10/16/2025

We would like to take a moment to thank Angel for her dedication and hard work over the past 3 years at our office. She has been friendly and dependable presence, and her contributions have made a lasting impact. Angel is now moving to Texas with her family to begin an exciting new chapter becoming a grandmother for the first time! We wish her all the best in the next stage of her life and thank her sincerely for doing such an amazing job she will truly be missed and will always be our office Angel😇

08/17/2025

Teaching good brushing habits begins at a young age. 🦷💋🩷

08/05/2025

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My patient came in for a routine cleaning. Mid-40s. Healthy on paper. Bleeding gums.

Six months later, she had a heart attack.

What if bleeding gums aren’t just a mouth problem?What if they’re the first visible sign of cardiovascular disease?

We now know they often are.

The same bacteria that cause gum disease have been found in arterial plaque

Gum inflammation drives up CRP—a marker of systemic inflammation and heart risk

Bleeding gums can raise your CRP score more than a poor diet or lack of exercise

That’s why I wrote a letter to every physician I work with. To connect the dots. To make sure we’re not treating the mouth in isolation.

If you want the letter, comment “HEART” and I’ll send it to you.

It comes with blank spaces so you can fill in your name and start using it with your doctors or with your own patients. Thousands of cardiologists and functional dentists around the world already have.

If your gums bleed when you floss, don’t ignore it. Ask your dentist what it might be saying about your heart.

08/05/2025

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08/05/2025

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Most people think of a cavity or toothache as a localized problem — something limited to the mouth. But in reality, when tooth decay progresses into the deeper layers of the tooth, it can become a dangerous infection with body-wide consequences.

When a cavity reaches the innermost part of the tooth — the pulp — bacteria can invade the root canal system and enter the surrounding bone. From there, these pathogens can find their way into the bloodstream, especially if the infection leads to an abscess. Once in the blood, bacteria from the mouth don’t just stay put — they can travel to critical organs like the heart, brain, lungs, or even joints, triggering serious health complications.

Scientific research has consistently shown links between untreated dental infections and systemic diseases. For example, infective endocarditis, a life-threatening heart condition, can result when oral bacteria colonize damaged heart valves. Similarly, oral bacteria like Fusobacterium nucleatum have been detected in brain abscesses, lung infections, and even complications during pregnancy.

What makes this especially concerning is that a tooth infection may not always cause intense pain in its early stages. It can quietly spread — all while the immune system is battling it from behind the scenes. Delaying treatment not only increases dental costs, but also raises the risk of a medical emergency if the infection breaks into systemic circulation.

That’s why early dental intervention isn't just about saving teeth — it's about protecting your overall health. Infections that begin in the mouth can turn deadly if ignored. Dentistry is preventive medicine, and in this case, it may be lifesaving.

07/17/2025

https://fivethirtyeight.com/features/why-people-who-brush-still-get-cavities/ Why People Who Brush Still Get Cavities | FiveThirtyEight

Aug. 18, 2021, at 6:00 AM Why People Who Brush Still Get Cavities By Maggie Koerth Filed under Personal Health GETTY IMAGES Our dental health changed with our diets. Ancient humans and their hominin ancestors really didn’t have much of a problem with cavities. In fact, finding an ancient skull wit...

05/16/2025

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05/08/2025

Summer Special with Dr. Anthony Vasconez!

Now Accepting New Patients – Receive 50% OFF Your First Exam & X-Rays!

Save $120.50 on your initial visit!

If you're searching for a new dentist this summer, Dr. Anthony Vasconez is welcoming new patients with a limited-time offer to help you achieve a brighter smile throughout the season.

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Offer valid through August 31, 2025
Location: Lakeview Family Dentistry
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11/19/2024

Our little hygienist elf Denise made these gnomes for the staff! How crafty she is! Thank you Denise!

10/08/2024

Our office will close today 10/8/24 at 12:00. We are hoping to be open on Friday 10/11/24. We wish our community safety during this very stressful time! God bless all of you!🙏🩷🤞