If you plan to get a dental implant, you might be told that you need a sinus lift surgery first. But what exactly is a sinus lift, and...

After your dentist extracts a tooth, a blood clot forms to fill the empty area left behind by the removed tooth. This blood clot provides...

Fluoride is found in many foods and drinks, our communities’ public drinking water, and in most of the oral care products we use. It is a...

What is Fluoride? Fluoride (pronounced “floor-eyed”) is a naturally occurring mineral found nearly everywhere on earth – in air, soil,...

Have you been told you have gum disease? Gum disease is all too common, with nearly 50% of all American adults suffering from some stage...

Imagine losing a front tooth due to a sports injury, or painfully cracking a tooth due to habitual teeth grinding. The trauma of the...

Here at MacArthur Park Dentistry, we welcome patients of all ages and accommodate the unique needs of every patient! We know that infants...

You've heard of dental fillings and crowns, but have you heard of inlays and onlays? In the past, dental crowns were always the go-to...

February is American Heart Month! We all know that a healthy diet and regular exercise are great for a healthy heart, but here’s a lesser...

Baby teeth may be temporary, but they are incredibly important! They play a big role in a growing child’s speech, digestion, and social...

Diet sodas may be a tempting choice for people seeking to cut down on sugar and calorie intake, but the truth is that “diet” sodas may...

Have you been thinking about choosing a New Year’s resolution lately? Among the most common New Year’s resolutions are ones related to...

November is National Diabetes Month, and we want to do our part in raising awareness of the effects of diabetes on oral health! An...

Do you use an electric toothbrush or a regular one? Does one type seem like it cleans your teeth better than the other? The truth is that...

Do you ever feel self conscious about your breath? Bad breath happens to everyone at some point or another, but chronic bad breath (aka...

Have you ever seen white-ish or yellow-ish lumps that look like they are embedded in the back of your throat? These are likely tonsil...

Are you trying to cut down on sugar? As dentists and health professionals, we definitely support that choice! But be aware: though many...

How has life changed for you in the past 18 months? Have there been any changes to your daily routines and habits? From lockdowns and...

cariogenic car·​i·​o·​gen·​ic | \ ˌker-ē-ə-ˈje-nik , -ˈjē- \ adjective producing or promoting the development of tooth decay1 Did you...

Have you ever had a dental emergency and not known what to do? Taking immediate action before visiting your dentist can prevent the issue...