Archive for the Dental news Category

-Teeth are strong and designed to withstand the pressures of normal, daily use. However, they do crack or break on occasion, leading to discomfort, pain, and potential long-term dental issues. Dr. Douglas Ng., DDS of Nipomo Family Dentistry takes a look at the top reasons teeth break

-Everyone wants a bright smile, but sometimes we hesitate to make an appointment with the dentist. “The reasons people hesitate to get their teeth whitened include concerns about how long it takes and wondering if the process is safe,” says Dr. Douglas Ng, from Nipomo Family Dentistry,

The name “wisdom teeth” has nothing to do with gaining wisdom. “Most likely they got the name because the start erupting through our gums in the late teens and early 20s,” said Dr. Douglas Ng of Nipomo Family Dentistry, “and that’s about the time they start announcing

-“The American Dental Association (ADA) Seal of Acceptance is designed to help dental professionals and consumers make informed decisions about dental products,” said Dr. Douglas Ng from Nipomo Family Dentistry. The seal is part of the ADA’s mission to advance oral health to help make sure that

-“Baby bottle tooth decay,” is a common term for cavities in toddlers and very young children. Nipomo dentist, Dr. Douglas Ng, has some advice for parents to help keep their toddler’s and children’s teeth healthy. The American Dental Association reports, “There are many factors which can cause

-Dr. Douglas Ng of Nipomo Family Dentistry reports that these days, there are many more options for straightening teeth than the dreaded metal braces. Kids and adults can benefit from the choices that include invisible aligners, lingual braces that are hidden behind the teeth, braces with ceramic

The term “family dentist” actually refers to a dental office that serves all ages of patients, from infants to senior citizens. This being the case Dr. Douglas Ng, at the offices of Nipomo Family Dentist has recently released a report to help individuals and families know what

The dentists at Nipomo Family Dentist offer laser technology to their patients as a less stressful method for a variety of dental procedures. Although lasers have been used in dentistry since the early 1990s, the technology is continually advancing and Dr. Douglas Ng has recently released a