The occurrence of damage to your teeth can impact your mouth’s function as well as your ability to chew your food. You could fracture a tooth as a result of a strong blow to the face, though most instances of tooth fracture are caused by grinding your teeth during sleep, chewing on pencils and pens, or playing a contact sport... read more »

Are you contemplating adding fluoride mouthwash to your oral hygiene routine? If so, you’re on the right track toward a top-notch smile and oral health! No matter what rinse you use, make sure it has been approved by the American Dental Association. Our dentist, Dr. Melissa Maus, encourages you to use fluoride mouthwash because it can strengthen your tooth enamel... read more »

Did you know there are little oral hygiene tricks you can use to improve your oral hygiene routine? Well, it’s true. We call these oral hygiene secrets. If you use these secrets, you can have the proper, effective, and successful smile-cleaning routine you need to prevent dental issues and keep your oral health in tip-top shape! Our dentist, Dr. Melissa... read more »

A dental crown is often used to treat or restore a tooth with a significantly compromised tooth enamel. This could be to prevent a cavity from spreading, restore a tooth suffering from dental attrition, treat a failing filling, or one that has suffered a large dental fracture. Sometimes a dental crown might also be called for to cosmetically restore an... read more »

As you grow older it’s possible of the alignment of your teeth to gradually change. This is even more likely to be an issue if you previously struggled with chronic periodontal disease or you lost a tooth. If the alignment problem is allowed to persist, various teeth in your bite pattern can be left at increasing risk of suffering from... read more »

Here at Melissa Maus & Associates in San Francisco, California, our dentist, Dr. Melissa Maus is proud to offer teeth whitening as one of our services for our patients. To find out more about our procedure, talk with the dentist the next time you are in our office. While we offer safe and effective whitening treatments, did you know that... read more »

If dental veneers are new to your smile, then it is important to remember how to care for them properly. That is why, our team here at Melissa Maus & Associates in San Francisco, California, our team is happy to give you tips and advice on how to care for your dental veneers, so they can last giving you a... read more »

Is sugarless chewing gum good for cleaning your teeth? There appears to be plenty of evidence to suggest that at certain times, chewing sugarless gum can be advantageous at protecting your smile. Listed below are important facts regarding sugarless chewing gum: - Despite the fact that sugarless gum can help your smile, by no means should it ever be used... read more »

Have you wondered if a family dentistry is right for you? With so many different dental practices, our team here at Melissa Maus & Associates in San Francisco, California, understands how tricky it can be to figure out which place is best for you and your family needs. That is why we are happy to talk to you about our... read more »

When plaque begins to build up over time in your mouth, it can begin to convert substances such as sugars into harmful acids that can chew through tooth enamel. When the harmful acids eat completely through the tooth enamel, a hole forms, called a cavity. Fight cavities with these spectacular treatments: -- Maintain a healthy diet that includes phosphorus and... read more »