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The Safety of Dental X-Rays
An article was released to the public stating that dental X-rays contribute to a type of brain cancer. After reading an article like this, your first thought may be to avoid dental X-rays, but you may want to hold off on that quick judgment. As with any treatment we...
Every Day is Earth Day
During the early days of the environmental awareness movement, those who demonstrated against pollution, toxic chemicals, and the general public health were known as hippies. The early 1970s were a time of change, and assertions that we needed to pay more attention to...
Dreaming of a stunning smile without using braces?
Most of us aren’t born with a red carpet smile. And if you’ve thought about straightening your teeth but are apprehensive about doing so with traditional orthodontic treatment, Dr. Zachary Potts and our team at Moorpark Center for Dentistry want you to...
Regular Cleanings Lead to Healthier Mouths and Bodies
The American Dental Association and dentists everywhere, including our own Dr. Zachary Potts recommend that you schedule an appointment every six months for a cleaning and checkup. Despite this universal recommendation from the experts, some people believe regular...
April is Oral Cancer Awareness Month
What is oral cancer? April is Oral Cancer Awareness Month. If you have been putting off a visit to our Moorpark, CA office, now is an excellent time to schedule one. Regular visits to Moorpark Center for Dentistry can be the first line of defense against oral cancer,...
What are dental crowns?
A dental crown is often called a “cap.” A dental crown covers all of the visible parts of the tooth and has many functions and reasons for placement. There are several different types of crowns available at Moorpark Center for Dentistry. They vary in their...
Choosing the Dental Filling Option that’s Best for You
Did you know there are as many types of dental fillings as there are flavors of ice cream? Okay, maybe that’s an exaggeration. Still, when you visit the dentist with a cavity, there are many filling options. Most of us just sit in the chair, open our mouths, and...
St. Patrick’s Day: Celtic pride, green shamrocks, and lucky charms!
“St. Patrick's Day is an enchanted time -- a day to begin transforming winter's dreams into summer's magic.” Adrienne Cook Lucky green shamrocks, leprechauns, and pots of gold – it must be St. Patrick’s Day! If you’re not Irish, how do...
Are your teeth ready for the big day?
Capturing the Moment At Moorpark Center for Dentistry we know that just about anyone who has taken on the challenge of planning her own wedding could tell you how important the little details can be. Things like having complementary colors, the right location,...
I drink a lot of coffee. Could it be hurting my smile?
At Moorpark Center for Dentistry, we know most of our patients enjoy a cup of coffee or two throughout the day. But what many of you don’t know is that coffee can be especially tough on your teeth because tannic acid (the substance that makes the dark color)...