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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…

Is Your Smile In A World Of Hurt?

Do you have extreme tooth damage, bone loss, or few or no teeth still intact? This post is for San Diego area residents whose mouths are in a world of hurt. First off, we feel for you. We understand how severe dental issues impact you every day of your life. Whatever the cause of the…

Implants Prevent Denture-Related Health Problems

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, 25% of adults over 65 have no remaining teeth. Many individuals with missing teeth or no teeth at all choose dentures. This is understandable. It’s challenging to eat and speak with no teeth in the mouth. And a toothless mouth is not an attractive look for anyone.…

Implant-Anchored Dentures Can Give You Back Your Life

Are you one of the many denture wearers in La Mesa? Do your dentures decrease your quality of life? If so, we offer our condolences. For some men and women, dentures are only slightly better than a toothless mouth. THE DILEMMAS NEVER END… They make normal eating hard. They make speaking difficult. And they constantly rub…