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 »

The wondrous world of dental flossing is an often-overlooked area of dentistry that cannot be overstated. It is designed to clean your mouth and reach the last areas in the inner recesses between your teeth to achieve the ultimate clean. As long as your teeth and gums remain clean, they can continue to shine and work effectively for an entire... read more »

You may understand that there are several steps you should take if you’d like to help your child stay strong and healthy. For example, you probably understand that you should exercise and help your kids follow a healthy and balanced diet. You should also pay attention to how your little one’s smile is progressing, but do you know when your... read more »

Your new partial was designed at Melissa Maus & Associates to replicate the presence and function of your multiple missing teeth. While it was custom crafted from durable materials to match tightly with the underlying structure of your mouth, it will still need daily care and cleaning. Including it as part of your daily oral hygiene regimen will increase its... read more »

Does bad breath ever feel like more of an annoyance than a problem you need to address? While bad breath isn’t usually serious itself, please understand that it can be an indicator of some serious dental issues. You see, bad breath can actually be caused by an issue known as dry mouth. However, please note that dry mouth can actually... read more »

If you are looking into restorative dentistry to replace one or more missing teeth, Melissa Maus & Associates is here to help select the right option for you. Besides dentures, dental implants are a stellar way for you to replace your teeth and restore your smile. Having lost teeth can cause detrimental defects over time. It’s important to replace those... read more »

When you get a hole in your tooth, it is called a cavity. Oftentimes, cavities are caused by harmful acids created from the bacteria in plaque. With better oral hygiene, plaque can be washed away and not given a chance to flourish and damage our precious teeth. You can make a good smile great by keeping it cavity-free with these... read more »

If you ever have cavities, there are a few options to choose from. Although dental amalgams can provide extreme durability for years to come, they cannot match the aesthetics and charm that our tooth-colored composite fillings can provide. If you are considering filling out your smile with tooth-colored composite fillings, here are some of the benefits you will enjoy: -... read more »

How often have you been told that you should brush your teeth? You should remember to brush your teeth twice every day. When you brush, please remember to do so for two minutes at a time and try to start in a different area of your mouth every time. But do you know what you should do if you don’t... read more »