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Electric Toothbrush Innovations
posted: May 15, 2024.

If you’re happy with your manual toothbrush, read no further. But if you’re looking for more options than “firm,” “medium,” or “soft,” there’s a world of electric toothbrush innovations out Read more
Celebrate Your Mom’s Smile with These Mother’s Day Gifts
posted: May 08, 2024.

Mother’s Day is around the corner, and if you’re looking for some different gifting ideas for one of the most important people in your life, we have some suggestions for Read more
May Marks National Physical Fitness and Sports Month!
posted: May 01, 2024.

The merry month of May also happens to be National Fitness and Sports Month, so take advantage of the warmer days to get outside and exercise! Bringing a friend, family Read more
Top Five Things to Keep Your Dentist Smiling
posted: Apr. 24, 2024.

Come say hello twice a year. The American Dental Association says two times is the charm. Multiple visits a year lets us keep an eye out for any developing issues. Read more
What to Do If You Lose a Filling
posted: Apr. 17, 2024.

It really doesn’t happen very often. But sometimes you bite into something that is much harder than you anticipated. Sometimes you grind your teeth without realizing the pressure you’re putting Read more
How do I know if I need dentures?
posted: Apr. 10, 2024.

The choice to get dentures is a permanent decision so there are several important factors you should take into consideration. Many people have teeth that are not able to be Read more
April is Oral Cancer Awareness Month
posted: Apr. 03, 2024.

What is oral cancer? April is Oral Cancer Awareness Month. If you have been putting off a visit to our Riverside, California office, now is an excellent time to schedule Read more
A Word to the Wise about Wisdom Teeth
posted: Mar. 27, 2024.

There are some pretty exciting rewards to look forward to as you transition from your mid-teens to your 20s. Driving! Voting! Graduation! But there is one rite of passage that Read more
Why Are My Child’s Baby Teeth So White?
posted: Mar. 20, 2024.

One of the most charming aspects of your baby’s beautiful smile is his brilliantly white teeth. But now that his adult teeth are coming in, the difference in color is Read more
Go Green for St. Patrick’s Day
posted: Mar. 13, 2024.

Millions of people, around Riverside, California and beyond, wear green on St. Patrick’s Day so they can show their spirit for the holiday and avoid getting pinched. While it may Read more
Your Snoring Might Be More Serious Than You Think
posted: Mar. 06, 2024.

Sleep apnea is a disorder in which breathing stops and starts repeatedly throughout the night. It’s most common among middle-aged adults, and the most prevalent symptom is loud snoring. Sleep apnea Read more
The Effects of Biting Your Nails
posted: Feb. 28, 2024.

Also known as onchophagia, the habit of nail biting is one of the so-called “nervous habits” that can be triggered by stress, excitement, or boredom. Approximately half of all kids Read more
Five Clues That It’s Time to Replace Your Toothbrush
posted: Feb. 21, 2024.

Your dashboard lights up when you need an oil change. Your smoke detector beeps when you need to switch out the batteries. But when it’s time to replace your toothbrush, Read more
Valentine's Day History
posted: Feb. 14, 2024.

Valentine’s Day is best known as a celebration of love in all its forms. Pink hearts, red roses, and cute greeting cards adorn every surface you see. What many people Read more
Good Oral Health Habits When You’re Pregnant
posted: Feb. 07, 2024.

the doctor and our team at Parissa Djafari will tell you that good oral health habits when you are pregnant are very important. A plaque or infectious buildup can affect Read more
Tooth Sensitivity
posted: Jan. 31, 2024.

Most of us know that unpleasant feeling. You’re happily enjoying an icy milkshake with lunch or having a piping hot cappuccino break, and suddenly an innocent binge turns to cringe—your Read more