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Caring for Your Dental Bridge
If you’ve recently gotten a dental bridge placed, you’re probably relieved to finally have your smile back and be able to eat the foods you like again. Read more
4 Important Reasons to Keep Up With Regular Cleanings
It should come as no surprise that some of the worst dental situations we see are in patients who do not see the dentist regularly. And the longer someone has been away from the dentist, the harder it is to get back in the habit Read more
What Your Gums Are Trying to Tell You
One of the challenges that we face as dentists and dental hygienists is the fact that many dental conditions are asymptomatic in the early stages. The word “asymptomatic” means that they don’t cause any symptoms Read more
The World’s Most Luxurious Toothbrushes
A clean, white, and healthy smile can be considered a status symbol: a sign of someone who has excellent habits, an excellent dentist, or both. But what about the tool that gets you there? Read more
Amazing Teeth in the Animal Kingdom
As dental professionals, it should be no surprise that we find teeth fascinating. Human teeth come in so many different shapes, sizes and colors Read more
3-D Printing & the Future of Dentistry
If you haven’t noticed already, dentists tend to be technology nuts. We’re always looking for the next and best way to provide patients with better versions of dental solutions such as crowns, dentures and dental implants. Read more
The Truth About Chewing Gum
As dentists, we’ll warn you away from sweet treats most of the time, but chewing gum is a surprising exception. That is, as long as it’s sugar-free. Yes, it’s true that sugar-free chewing gum is actually good for your teeth and can help prevent tooth decay. Read more
5 Tips for an Easy First Dental Visit for Your Child
Part of offering family dentistry is ensuring that our youngest patients feel especially comfortable. We do everything we can to make the dentist a friendly, safe and informative environment for your child. Here are a few tips for what you can do as a parent to make your child’s first visit easy on you and your little one.
Set a good example
If you have an older child, bring the little one along to their appointment. Chances are your child will want to emulate their older sibling’s good behavior. If there are no older children in your family, set a good example yourself by having your child along with you at your next appointment. All little kids want to be like their moms and dads!
Show no fear
If you’re fearful or anxious at the dentist, try not to let it show. Don’t say anything that may worry your child, even if you’re a little worried yourself. Don’t try to set any expectations of sensations or how long the appointment will be. If you don’t think your dental anxiety is something you can easily control, you may consider having your spouse be in charge of dental visits at first.
Don’t over-explain
Don’t try to explain the concept of why we go to the dentist to your little one. Sometimes the idea of germs or scary “sugar bugs” cause more trouble than they help. Telling your child that the dentist will be looking in her mouth to count her teeth is usually familiar enough of a concept for a child to accept.
Make it rewarding
Bring along a favorite toy or promise a new one following the appointment as a reward. Some children are overwhelmed by the bright light shining in their eyes in the dental chair, so another fun reward or preparation can be choosing a cool and colorful pair of sunglasses to wear during the checkup, and of course keep afterwards!
Scope it out
Ask the dental staff if you can bring your child in for a tour before the appointment. Make it a fun experience full of discovery and new things, as if you were visiting a children’s science museum. Familiarity can help children adjust when it’s their turn in the dental chair.
Identifying the 3 Major Types of Cavities
In addition to good dental hygiene and regular checkups, knowing how to spot a dental problem early can be extremely helpful when in preventing toothaches or the need for a root canal. Read more
Dr. Renuka Kucherlapati is a highly skilled dentist dedicated to providing quality dental care to her patients. Dr. Renuka is a trailblazing dentist with a passion for minimal invasive & aesthetic dentistry. She earned her Bachelor of Dental Surgery with flying colors, securing two national awards for academic excellence.
After earning a bachelor’s in dental surgery (BDS) in India in 2009, Dr. Mayank Sharma graduated with his Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) at the University of California in San Francisco (UCSF). Dr. Mayank Sharma has extensive experience in general dentistry, acquired at UCSF as well as work he did in India & Australia. He also likes to work for the community & has contributions to The American Red Cross, The Indian Red Cross Society, Mission of Mercy project, & Community Dental Clinic at UCSF amongst numerous others.
With practices across Monterey county & beyond, Dr. Sumeet Singh is fulfilling his vision of providing trusted, comfortable & affordable dental care in a family oriented environment.
Dr. Michael Rice was born & raised in Southern California. He received his Bachelor of Science degree in Physiological Sciences from UCLA before earning his doctorate degree from the Ostrow School of Dentistry of USC. Upon completing his education, Dr. Rice moved to Texas to fulfill his commitment as a U.S. Army dentist. There he also completed an Advanced Education in General Dentistry residency & earned his Master’s Degree in Oral Biology. He now lives in Marina with his wife, Taryn, & dog, Tusker.
Adriana was born & raised on the Monterey Peninsula & received her AAS in Dental Hygiene from Cabrillo College in 2018. She is an active member of the California Dental Hygienist’s Association & prides herself in staying current with the latest research & information about dental care. She loves getting to know her patients & being able to educate them about their oral health. Many of her patients describe her as gentle yet very thorough. When Adriana is not practicing dental hygiene she loves to travel, try new restaurants, spend time with her family & friends, & attend sporting events!
Dr. Harleen Kaur is a general, restorative & cosmetic dentist who has been practicing dentistry since 2009. After achieving her Doctoral of Dental Surgery (DDS) from prestigious NYU she moved to California to establish her career. She devotes many days each year to continuing her education through seminars, study clubs & conferences in order to keep up to date with the latest changes & techniques in dentistry. She believes in giving & has been able to raise public awareness to deliver significant results that have left a lasting impact. Her refreshing personality helps put you at ease & feel comfortable during your dental visit. Dr. Kaur enjoys singing, reading, playing tennis & traveling with her husband & their son, Gurshan.
Dr. Priyanka Chitkul is a friendly & passionate dentist who provides a wide variety of dental services & is committed to providing the best patient care through high-quality service.