Everyday dilemmas cause some people to respond by clenching their jaw or grinding their teeth. Daily commuting, work problems, or an overpacked schedule are some common culprits. Teeth grinding and jaw clenching can trigger or aggravate a painful condition called TMD or Temporomandibular Joint Disorder. TMD is often mistakenly called ‘TMJ,’ the acronym for temporomandibular…
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Creating Beautiful Smiles At Beveridge Dental
Categories: Cosmetic dentistry, General Dental
I am glad you found our blog! I’m Stephen Beveridge, DDS, of Beveridge Dental, a full-service dental practice in San Jose. I am a proud member of Crown Council. My profession is dentistry, but my passion is providing superior and affordable San Jose dental care for my patients. I began serving California residents in the…
Chipped Tooth? No Need To Panic
Categories: General Dentistry, Restorative dentistry
There are basically two ways to handle a chipped tooth: 1. Panic. 2. See Doctor Stephen Beveridge right away and get on with life. Doctor Stephen Beveridge at Beveridge Dental can fix a chipped tooth in a jiffy by determining the right solution and expertly performing the procedure. Decay, missing teeth, braces, even crowns can…
The Beveridge Dental Guide To Teeth Whitening
Categories: Cosmetic dentistry, Teeth whitening
So you want to whiten your teeth? It’s a competitively-priced way to upgrade your smile, look younger, and feel more confident when you interact with people in business or social settings. Here are 5 things Beveridge Dental recommends when it comes to teeth whitening: Meet with your dentist for a consultation first. There are several…
Restoring Smiles At Beveridge Dental
We believe a great smile is essential for putting your best face forward. At Beveridge Dental, we not only restore teeth to their original condition; we make many smiles better than they ever were before! Some patients have only a few issues they wish to repair. Perhaps one or two teeth are misshapen and seem…
You May Have Gingivitis
Every person’s mouth provides a cozy home for over 600 types of bacteria. If you are dedicated to oral hygiene and have healthy gums, these microbes usually don’t affect your health. However, if you have gum disease, bacteria can enter your bloodstream through your gums and cause issues. The first sign of gingivitis is swollen,…
