Tips for Keeping Your Smile Healthy and Strong When You’re Sick

Did you know your smile could be affected while you’re sick? Well, it’s true, which is why our dentists, Dr. Gardner and Chang, strongly encourage you to do all you can to keep your teeth and gums in tip-top shape while you rest and try to recover from your sickness. That way you won’t need to deal with dental problems on... read more »

The Basics: Pregnancy and Dental Health

There may be several aspects of your oral health care that you often don't think of. Underlying issues including aspects of your everyday life can influence the health of your smile. Even something like a pregnancy can not only affect your body in several ways, but it can eventually lead to issues and increased risks of dental damage as it... read more »

The Damage Mouth Jewelry Can Do to Your Teeth

Mouth jewelry can look cool and popular with many people. Yes, despite the appearance of mouth jewelry, it can cause serious problems to your teeth, tongue, and lead to many oral health problems in the future. Our dentist, Dr. Michael Gardner with Euclid Family Dentistry in Ontario, California, cares about your oral health and is happy to share with you... read more »

Better Smiles Begin with Chewing Gum

Did you know that chewing sugarless gum can help improve your oral health? Although chewing gum is often linked to oral health ailments such as TMJ disorders and dental damage that can arise from continually wearing down your jaw, the truth is that sugarless gum is actually very beneficial for your teeth and gums as well. This is because it... read more »

Tips for Staying Calm in the Dental Chair

Do you ever feel nervous in the dental chair? If so, our dental team has some good news for you! There are ways you can feel more relaxed, calm, and comfortable in the dental chair. To be more specific, there are things you can do to help calm your nerves. Our dentist, Dr. Michael Gardner, wants you to have a... read more »

The Origins of Toothpaste

The history of toothpaste dates back centuries, starting way back in 5000 B.C. Read today’s blog about the origins of toothpaste and how it has evolved over the years! It all began in Egyptian times, when they started using a paste to clean their teeth – even before toothbrushes were invented and dentists were non-existent. Ancient Romans and Greeks used... read more »

Are You Taking This One Extra Step in Your Oral Care Routine?

In between dental cleanings and exams, your daily oral hygiene care can make or break a healthy smile. Since bacteria thrive in the mouth, you need to clean every day to keep them from building up between teeth and along the gum line. A clean mouth starts with daily brushing and flossing to remove harmful dental plaque. Plaque develops as... read more »

Is My Oral Health Linked to My Overall Health?

Whether you believe it or not, your oral health is linked to your overall health. Now, you might think this is obvious because everything that enters the body enters through the mouth. But, what we also mean is that the condition of your oral health can be related to major health issues related to your heart and other major organs... read more »

All You Need to Know About Cosmetic Dentistry

Cosmetic dentistry is a branch of dentistry that can help you enhance the appearance of your smile with simple, non-invasive treatments. If you wish you had a more attractive smile, this branch of dentistry is for you! To help you know a little more about cosmetic dentistry in Ontario, California, our dentists, Dr. Michael Gardner, Dr. Asal Gardner, and Dr.... read more »

How to Prepare Your Oral Health for the Fall Season

As fall quickly approaches, your “To-Do” lists are probably getting longer and longer, especially because school is starting and the holidays are right around the corner. Well, before you get too busy, don’t forget to prepare your smile and oral health for the fall season as well. To do so, Dr. Michael Gardner first recommends calling Euclid Family Dentistry at... read more »