Did you know that your oral health is a general reflection of your overall health? Why do we say this? If you have challenges in your mouth, they don’t only cause teeth loss and gum deterioration but they are linked to other health complications, including cardiovascular diseases. Besides, poor oral health impedes your self-confidence, making […]

Modern-day life can be hectic. With personal, family, and job responsibilities to take care of, you can easily miss your appointment with your TMD dentist. After all, “it won’t help, anyway,” you may tell yourself. Perhaps, your symptoms come and go, and you have learned to “live with pain.” Whatever the reason, seeking TMJ Disorders […]

The prospect of losing natural teeth can be tormenting since you know that you will never get your tooth back once it’s gone. While a lost tooth leaves a gap to remind you that you once had a complete smile, an untreated missing tooth carries numerous oral complications. A missing tooth causes adjacent teeth to […]

Sleep apnea is a prevalent sleep disorder where a person has pauses in breathing during sleep. Usually, it is not considered a severe problem, but it can lead to serious health complications if not treated. If you want to know more about sleep apnea, Summit Dental Of La Mesa has prepared information about it, including […]

The notion of having a root canal, no doubt, makes you nervous and apprehensive. You want to save your tooth from extraction. However, you have heard horror stories about the dreaded Root Canal.  If you’re in Lemon Grove, CA, looking for a “dentist near me” who can do your root canal, safety and comfort being […]

For active individuals, getting to sleep can be a difficult routine each night. Often, it is due to their restless personality. On the other hand, people who suffer from daytime fatigue fail to realize that they may have a medical disorder. Often, it will take a loved one to confront them about being tested for […]

Trauma, illness, and poor oral hygiene can lead to tooth and bone loss. Dental implants are a permanent option to replace missing teeth; however, adequate healthy bone is necessary for implant placement. For patients in need of dental implants, a sinus lift treatment may be necessary to create bone structure for the implant placement. Summit […]

Taking optimal care of your oral health goes beyond regular brushing and flossing. Preventive routine maintenance that includes scheduling bi-annual dentist visits and seeking proper oral treatment is pivotal in upping your dental health game. At Summit Dental of La Mesa, it’s our passion to see that you and your loved ones’ oral needs are […]

Having healthy teeth and a lovely smile is very important. Unfortunately, due to trauma, infection, and other challenges, there could come a time when someone needs to have an existing tooth replaced. One excellent option to consider is dental implants. When looking for dental implants nearby, El Cajon CA residents should spend time assessing all […]

Imagine for a second that you have intense pain in your mouth. Now imagine that this pain is with you all day. It doesn’t go away, and it is throbbing 24/7. This is the reality of most people who suffer from TMJ Disorders and facial pain. TMJ Disorders are serious conditions that can do damage, […]

Your smile is an important part of your appearance. However, if you are like many adults, you may find things that you would like to change or improve. That is why it is important to find a dentist who offers a full suite of cosmetic dental services. Dr. Richard Evans of Summit Dental of La […]

Having a bright smile is important, and it can help give a great first impression. Since people’s teeth tend to get discolored as the years go by, having them whitened from time to time is very important. When you are looking to have your teeth whitened, coming to see a dentist is very important. Visiting […]