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What Does Your La Mesa Dentist Need To Know?

For optimal dental health, all La Mesa, residents should be visiting their dentist twice a year for scheduled cleanings and exams. This is a good time to make sure that you are brushing and flossing properly. It is also essential that you discuss issues related to dental health. Make sure to tell your dentist about any

The Not-So-Obvious Benefits Of A Smile Makeover

A cosmetic dentistry smile makeover from Jeff Gray DDS in La Mesa is transformative for anyone who has been embarrassed by their smile for years. But it’s not just about looking younger and more attractive—though it most certainly will do that. It can improve your life in ways that many people might not guess. How

Smile Makeovers? Yes, We Do Those, Too!

At Jeff Gray DDS – Sedation & Cosmetic Dentistry, we are known for emergency dental care. This includes extractions, root canals, and treatment for a knocked-out tooth. Our patients appreciate the fact that we take walk-ins. We are also open late on weeknights and even have weekend hours. If that were not enough, we also

Not All Smile Makeovers in Santee Are Created Equal

Welcome to the Jeff Gray DDS – Sedation & Cosmetic Dentistry dental blog. Let’s talk about smile redesigns and smile makeovers in Santee. Some patients wonder if the term is synonymous with general cosmetic dentistry. For examples, is the placement of four veneers considered a smile makeover? Well, yes and no. If your smile is

Sedation Dentistry in La Mesa | When Mommy Is Scared Of The Dentist

If you are dreading some upcoming dental treatment, you may want to consider sedation dentistry in La Mesa. First off, oral conscious sedation or sleep dentistry is perfectly safe. At Jeff Gray DDS – Sedation & Cosmetic Dentistry, we have been providing sedation dentistry in La Mesa since 1986. We offer different levels of sedation

Replace A Missing Tooth With A Durable Dental Implant

Dentists are always reminding their patients to brush and floss their teeth. It’s the best way to ensure healthy teeth and gums. But we know that in spite of everyone’s best efforts, some of our patients are going to lose a tooth. When that happens, Jeff Gray DDS in La Mesa recommends dental implants as

Pediatric Dental Excellence In La Mesa

At Jeff Gray DDS – Sedation & Cosmetic Dentistry, we are proud of our reputation for excellence in pediatric dentistry. If you are researching pediatric dentists in La Mesa, we invite you to visit us at 8555 Fletcher Pkwy Ste 102. WE LOVE CHILDREN! We create a pleasant dental experience for our patients at Jeff Gray

Patient-Centered Dental Care

At Jeff Gray DDS – Sedation & Cosmetic Dentistry, we are committed to providing patient-focused dental care of the highest standard. We are here to help you. You could be our next success story! WHAT IS PATIENT-FOCUSED CARE? A check-up with no cavities? A dazzling smile? A dental crown that looks as natural as the surrounding teeth? It could

Overcoming Anxiety With Gentle Dental

Dental anxiety and dental phobia affect many people, including patients at Jeff Gray DDS in La Mesa. Today’s post answers some questions asked about this vital topic. What are the long-term consequences of dental anxiety and dental phobia?The most harmful consequence is when a dental phobic patient delays dental care until a pain becomes excruciating.

Not Your Mother’s Jewelry: 5 Reasons Tongue Piercings Are Dangerous

Let’s get right to it; while tongue, cheek, and lip piercings are “so in” right now, here’s five reasons to keep piercings where they belong—in your ears: Excessive drooling—YIKES! Chipped teeth Infection (some even in places you wouldn’t think can get infected) Hypersensitivity to metal Nerve damage DROOLING Lip and tongue piercings may make you