# Platinum Dental, Inc. > Cosmetic, Sedation & Implant Dentistry ## Posts - [Dental Anxiety and Oral Health](https://platinumdental.com/dental-anxiety-and-oral-health/): Anxiety is a real disease. Doctors have categorized it as a mental health disorder. And to treat it properly, we need to treat it like a disease. However, most dentists are not trained to provide anxiety-free dentistry to their patients. Dentists for anxious patients understand that the patient is not just there for dental care. The patient is there because the dentist recognizes the link between dental anxiety and phobias, and knows how to manage the patient’s anxiety while providing dental care. Lack of regular dental care leads to poor dental health, which leads to medical complications. We’ll first look […] - [Knocked Out Tooth - Do This](https://platinumdental.com/knocked-out-tooth-do-this/): Annually, over 5 million teeth are knocked out, or avulsed, in children and adults. And physical trauma is the only reason this ever happens. From the ice hockey rink to the basketball court, we have all seen players get their teeth knocked out. While getting a tooth knocked out is certainly not a fun experience, there are things that can be done to lessen the damage. You may even be able to save the tooth. But you must act fast. Your Tooth Got Knocked Out – Now What When a tooth is knocked out entirely, it may result in bleeding, […] - [Are Muscle Relaxants Helpful in Treating Headaches and Jaw Pain](https://platinumdental.com/muscle-relaxants-headaches-jaw-pain/): Facial pain, jaw pain, and headaches altogether impact more than 25% of the population. And some of these may be stemming from the overuse or misuse of the muscles in the head and neck region.To aid in eliminating the pain in what seems to be muscular pain, some doctors prescribe a “muscle relaxant” such as Flexeril (Cyclobenzaprine). But is that really helpful? Let’s find out. What Are Muscle Relaxants Muscle relaxants are a group of medications used to change how muscles work. Doctors use these medications to either treat smooth muscles (e.g. involuntary muscles like our heart) or skeletal muscles […] - [Tooth Becoming Painful or Sensitive After a Filling](https://platinumdental.com/tooth-sensitive-after-filling/): Why Is My Tooth Sensitive After a Filling? We all get cavities in our teeth. And when a cavity is small it can be repaired with a “filling”. But why is it that after a filling some people experience pain or sensitivity? Is sensitivity after getting a tooth filled normal? How long should the sensitivity last? These are some of the questions we’ll be answering. But first, we need to understand how teeth are built to better understand the cause of sensitivity. Tooth – Anatomy Teeth are not made up of bone (contrary to what some people believe). Here we […] - [Why Do My Teeth Feel Fuzzy and Rough](https://platinumdental.com/why-do-teeth-feel-fuzzy-or-rough/): Teeth have a smooth outer layer called enamel. Sometimes though, our teeth feel fuzzy or rough. Which brings up the question: why do teeth feel fuzzy? The answer lies within our diet and our habits. Why Do My Teeth Feel Fuzzy This “fuzz” is due to the accumulation of plaque. Dental plaque is common among us all. Plaque formation requires three key ingredients. After we eat, our saliva plus the bacteria in our mouth and the broken-down cellular components of what we just ate form into this thin, mucus-like sticky layer that can stick onto the teeth, the gums, and […] - [Most Common Teeth Diseases](https://platinumdental.com/common-teeth-diseases/): Diseases of the Teeth Diseases can affect any organ in our body. Our teeth are no exception. When it comes to teeth, we need to understand that the infection can spread across the surrounding structures and eventually impact other organs in our body. And since not all teeth diseases hurt, we may not even know that there is a problem. Let’s look at the most common tooth diseases. Cavities – Tooth Decay Almost everyone has had a cavity or more in their lifetime. And that is because we love sweets. Plus, we may not be the best when it comes […] - [How Many Teeth Do Adults Have](https://platinumdental.com/how-many-teeth-do-adults-have/): How Many Teeth Do Humans Have? As your local family dentist in San Marcos, our patients are often asked this very question. The short answer is 32. But our adult teeth and baby teeth preceding them have such an impact on our life. Their presence and location determine how the lower half of the face develops in relation to the rest of the face. In essence, the teeth impact our looks, the way we breathe, and what we can eat.  Let’s look at how important teeth are to our daily lives by diving into the tooth anatomy. Teeth Have Many […] - [Gappy Teeth? Treatment Options](https://platinumdental.com/gappy-teeth-treatment/): Gapped Teeth? Many Ways to Fix Do you have a gap in your smile? Do gappy teeth take away from your smile and self-confidence? Well, fret not. Gaps between the teeth can be corrected in many ways. In this article, we’ll talk about the various reasons why gaps exist between teeth. We’ll also review different treatment options when it comes to fixing gappy teeth and smiles. Gaps Between Teeth – How Does It Happen Gaps between teeth can be due to many reasons. Sometimes the teeth are too small relative to the face and the jaw.     Sometimes, the […] - [Acidic Diet - Destruction From the Inside](https://platinumdental.com/acidic-diet-destruction-from-the-inside/): Acidic Diet & Disease Risk Science has shown that an acidic diet leads to all sorts of diseases in the body. In the mouth, an acidic diet leads to premature destruction of the enamel at best and to severe dental disease at worst. We, the dentists, have always promoted a diet that is low on the acidity scale for the sake of helping you protect your teeth. Turns out that an acidic diet (foods, drinks, medications, etc.) sets the ground for developing disease in other body parts as well. To better understand the impact of our diet on our health, […] - [Diabetes - COVID-19 - Gum Disease](https://platinumdental.com/diabetes-covid-19-gum-disease/): Diabetes – COVID – Gum Disease The recent pandemic has shed light on the detrimental effects of diabetes. People with diabetes are more likely to suffer from serious complications if they contract COVID-19. The same is true for prediabetic patients. Gum disease is also a risk factor for developing diabetes. To better understand this relationship we need to first see what diabetes is and how it affects us. Diabetes – A Hormonal Deficiency Diabetes refers to a group of disorders where our body is not able to use what we eat for energy. This disease affects almost 10% of the […] - [What Foods Reduce Anxiety](https://platinumdental.com/what-foods-reduce-anxiety/): Foods to Reduce Anxiety Let’s face it. These are highly anxious times for most people. As if we didn’t have enough normal anxiety to deal with on a regular basis, the current environment lends itself to anxiety overload. And “anxiety” is considered a medical disorder, similar to for example, high blood pressure being a medical disorder. And while there is no definitive cure, there are steps that can be taken to minimize and reduce our anxiety level. So what we decided to do is put together a short list of foods that help reduce anxiety, for everyone to benefit from during […] - [COVID-19 Ongoing Pandemic](https://platinumdental.com/covid-19-ongoing-pandemic/): COVID-19 Pandemic It wasn’t too long ago that we were going about our business in the usual way. And hopefully we can soon get back to our life in as normal of a sense as possible. With the plethora of information out there we are not here to re-state them or to agree or disagree with them. We are here to provide you with ways of maintaining your health (dental health) and to minimize potential dental emergencies for you during these strange times. However, if you have or develop an urgent matter, we are here to take care of you. […] - [How to Stop Snoring Effectively?](https://platinumdental.com/how-to-stop-snoring/): Snoring – How to Stop It Snoring is not healthy for the human body. Not only that, the bed partner wants nothing more than a good night’s rest. But with all the snoring, that becomes more and more difficult. And if the situation is not resolved, one person usually ends up leaving the bedroom altogether. But is it actually possible to make someone stop snoring? The short answer is yes. The next question is how can we do that? To answer this question we first need to understand what causes snoring. Snoring – What Causes it Snoring is the sound […] - [Why Should We Clean Our Tongue?](https://platinumdental.com/why-should-we-clean-our-tongue/): Do we need to brush (or otherwise scrape and clean) our tongue? And the answer is yes. But why? We don’t chew food with our tongue. We cannot get a cavity on our tongue. No matter how much (or how little) we floss it won’t make a difference to our tongue. So why do we need to brush our tongue? The answer has to do with the anatomy of the tongue. In spite of our tongue feeling nice and smooth to us, it has thousands upon thousands of tiny folds and grooves on it. And in these folds and grooves […] - [Holidays and Stress](https://platinumdental.com/holiday-stress/): Happy holidays everybody. The year is ending and soon it will be 2019. With the holiday season upon us inevitably we’ll be seeing family and friends. And while most people (well, maybe not most) enjoy seeing their family and spending times with them during the holidays, it is not an entirely stress-free event. And what happens to most people when they stress? Their blood pressure goes up, breathing gets a bit more labored, their body temperature rises and they may even feel a bit queasy. Another physiological response to stress is clenching or grinding of the teeth. And while this […] - [Is Chewing Ice Bad for Your Teeth?](https://platinumdental.com/is-chewing-ice-bad-for-yourteeth/): Summer is upon us. And if you doubted that you can take a look at the thermometer. With the hot days and weeks ahead of us, we always look to find ways of keeping ourselves cool. You’ve always been told to drink plenty of water every day, but especially on hot days. Well, how about chewing on ice cubes? Isn’t that the same as drinking water plus it cools us way down! The problem with chewing on ice cubes is that it can cause damage to your teeth. There are all sorts of crunchy foods we all eat and enjoy: […] - [10 Healthy Summer Snacks](https://platinumdental.com/10-healthy-summer-snacks/): Summer is upon us. Days are longer and hotter. We are out and about doing our thing. It’s easy to miss a meal or even go longer without food in between meals. Hello snacks! Snacks are a great way for us to keep our energy level up and get thru our days. Having sufficient energy throughout the day not only helps us get thru our chores and tasks, but it also helps our immune system to keep us from falling ill.  But not all snacks are created equal. And what’s more, people are generally drawn to snacks that are not […] - [Watermelon Anyone?](https://platinumdental.com/watermelon-anyone/): Summer is around the corner. Days are getting longer and the temperature is rising steadily. Staying hydrated during the hot summer months is crucial to your health, especially for the younger and the older populations. And while most people are content on filling up on pure water, sometimes you need a change of pace. But instead of a Gatorade or any number of flavored beverages you can get, consider sinking your teeth into a slice of watermelon. Growing up in a place where the summer is pretty hot, my family was used to having watermelon on a regular basis. I […] - [What Does A Tooth Cavity Look Like?](https://platinumdental.com/what-does-a-tooth-cavity-look-like/): What is a Tooth Cavity? Dental cavities are a common dental problem. “Almost everyone will have a cavity at some point in their life,” explains Dr. Eslampour at Platinum Dental, Inc. in San Marcos. Dental cavities can start in different parts of a tooth, like on the chewing surface or between the teeth. At other times, the tooth decay can start at the gum line on the tooth’s root. No matter where the cavity begins, they all start the same way and destroy the tooth. In this article, we’ll talk about how cavities develop. We’ll also look at how you […] - [What is Sedation Dentistry?](https://platinumdental.com/what-is-sedation-dentistry/): Do you or someone you know dread going to the dentist? We’re not just talking about a little anxiety. We’re talking about morbid fear and downright nervousness, so much so that you cannot go to the dentist. If so, sedation dentistry may be the answer to your problems. Sedation Dentistry Dental phobia is real. According to NCBI (National Center for Biotechnology Information), dental fear and anxiety affect 36% of the population with 12% having an extreme phobia. Sedation dentistry, or sleep dentistry, allows the dental patient to remain calm and relaxed during their dental appointment. Oral conscious sedation is another […] - [Why Do I Wake Up With Jaw Pain in the Mornings?](https://platinumdental.com/why-do-i-wake-up-with-jaw-pain-in-the-mornings/): Some people wake up in the morning with jaw pain. And most people think they may have a cavity or a “bad tooth” that’s causing them jaw pain. However, there are many other reasons why people have jaw pain when they wake up. Morning Jaw Pain – Many Causes There are many reasons why you may be waking up with jaw pain. One of the common reasons for morning jaw pain though is the clenching or grinding of the teeth while the patient is sleeping. While there are no accurate statistics to tell us how prevalent this condition is, a […] - [Can Brushing Too Hard Damage My Teeth?](https://platinumdental.com/can-brushing-too-hard-damage-my-teeth/): Let’s face it. We all brush our teeth (hopefully at least twice daily). The ideal way to brush the teeth is using a small circular motion with a soft-bristle toothbrush.  The reason being that a hard bristle toothbrush can actually do more harm than good. Even though the enamel is the strongest and toughest part of our body, the gums are not. So even if the toothbrush doesn’t cause any damage to the actual tooth, it can cause recession for the gums (gums pulling away). You know your gums are receding when you look at your teeth and notice they […] - [Who Wants a Black Filling?](https://platinumdental.com/who-wants-a-black-filling/): Ever wonder what the old “silver” fillings or “amalgam” fillings look like after a few years in the mouth? What are dental fillings and why do they turn black. What is a Filling? Dental Fillings were created decades ago to allow dentists to fix teeth that were decayed. And while a lot of scientific findings from those days were used to create the filling material, they leave a lot to be desired by today’s standards. Silver fillings have been placed for a long time (and still continue to be placed in some dental offices and clinics). They are an economical solution […] - [Dental Nightguard Saves You Thousands](https://platinumdental.com/dental-nightguard-saves-you-thousands/): It is common knowledge that some people clench or grind their teeth during sleep. You yourself or a loved one may be suffering from this nighttime habit. And while patients have been told that they probably clench their teeth in their sleep and they should have a nightguard, they don’t know what happens if they don’t get a nightguard. When we bite down on our back teeth, our chewing muscles generate a tremendous amount of force. During waking hours when we eat our food we can control how hard we bite down.  While sleeping, we no longer have this control. […] - [Why Does My Tooth Still Hurt After a Root Canal?](https://platinumdental.com/why-does-my-tooth-still-hurt-after-a-root-canal/): When a tooth is badly injured, treatment choices become limited. A badly damaged tooth can often be saved with a root canal therapy. The damage to the tooth inevitably leads to nerve damage and often times pain. A root canal is performed to remove the source of infection, along with the damaged and diseased tooth and nerve. Once the root canal is performed, the body begins a healing process where the disease used to be. So if the nerve in the tooth is gone, why do some people still experience pain after the procedure is completed? Pain or discomfort following […] - [How Often Should You See the Dentist?](https://platinumdental.com/how-often-should-you-see-the-dentist/): Most people wonder how often they should see the dentist to have their teeth checked.  Some people only consider going to the dentist if they have some type of pain or discomfort. Others only go when “the insurance pays for it” and still others don’t set foot in a dentist’s office for years without giving it a second thought. Most people should see the dentist at least twice a year for routine checkups and cleanings. Much like your car getting a tune-up at recommended intervals, so should the teeth. Some patients need to see the dentist more frequently for the […] - [Why Do I Need to Replace a Missing Tooth?](https://platinumdental.com/why-do-i-need-to-replace-a-missing-tooth/): Teeth are lost for a number of reasons. Sometimes a badly decayed tooth cannot be saved and needs to be removed. Other times trauma can cause tooth loss such as in a fight or sporting accident. But no matter what caused the tooth loss, replacement of the lost tooth needs to be seriously considered. People often say “I have so many teeth, so what if I lose a couple?” We also have 10 fingers and toes. Have you ever considered losing a finger or toe since we have so many? NO. In fact, people will do anything to save their […] - [Why Does My Tooth Need a Crown After a Root Canal?](https://platinumdental.com/why-does-my-tooth-need-a-crown-after-a-root-canal/): Teeth, especially our molar teeth (the back ones) get tremendous amounts of forces exerted onto them as a result of normal day to day chewing and eating. Pair these forces up with say crunchy foods or snacks and the force that is exerted on these teeth increases dramatically.  All of these forces can lead to fracture of healthy teeth, let alone teeth with large old silver fillings.  Another reason a crown is necessary for a back tooth is following root canal therapy. After the root canals therapy is done, the tooth becomes considerably weaker. This weakening process leads to the […] - [Why Won't my Insurance Cover my Treatment?](https://platinumdental.com/why-wont-my-insurance-cover-my-treatment/): Dental Insurance Dental insurance has really not kept up with the cost of living increases since its inception some 80 years ago.  Back in the 20’s and 30’s at the very beginning of the dental insurance era, insurance companies had benefit amounts equal to $1000 per year. Back then this amount was a lot and it covered all of the dental needs of the patient. Fast forward to today and you’ll be surprised to see that most insurance plans are still offering this amount for an average plan.  Maybe they think that dental care has been immune to changes in our economics. And, […] - [Snoring and Sleep Apnea](https://platinumdental.com/snoring-sleep-apnea/): Snoring and sleep apnea are 2 separate forms of sleeping disorder with serious medical, professional as well as social implications. Snoring at its most benign form places a strain on the social life. Whether it’s the bed partner or the kids in the other room, those people who live with someone who snores dread going to bed in the same room (and sometimes even in the adjacent rooms) to sleep. People who snore are typically more tired during the day that non snorers. This leads to lowered productivity at work.  For a student this means falling behind at school and […] - [Your Teeth and the "Holiday Candy" Feast](https://platinumdental.com/your-teeth-and-the-holiday-candy-feast/): With the holidays fast approaching it is easy to overdo it with the candies and the sweets. Whether you like to sink your choppers into some candy or sip on a sweetened beverage (with or without alcohol) here are some tips to help defend your teeth against cavities. If given the choice between candies, choose the ones that are easier to bite into. Hard candies can not only crack healthy teeth, but they can also break crowns and fillings. Avoid sticky candies. These tend to “stick” to the teeth and the nooks and crannies around the teeth causing more damage […] - [Energy Drinks and Your Teeth](https://platinumdental.com/energy-drinks-and-your-teeth/): Energy drinks have been on the market for years. And while they all promise more energy to get done whatever it is you want to get done, they make no remarks about the serious side effects for both your overall health and dental health. Medical concerns aside, energy drinks have been shown to be quite destructive to the enamel on the teeth, even worse than the dreaded soda! In a lab experiment where teeth were submerged into different drinks, the rate of enamel loss for energy drinks was more than double compared to other “non-energy” drinks like Gatorade. People that are […] - [Sports - Kids - Sports Mouthguards](https://platinumdental.com/sports-and-kids/): Do you have a kid who plays sports? If you answered yes then this is very important. A sports mouthguard is going to save you and your child a lot of pain and agony, not to mention the financial burden over a number of years. We often don’t think of the consequences of the injury until they are affecting us directly. And the entire goal is to minimize the damage and injury.  A bruised lip is easier to treat than a tooth broken in half or knocked out of the mouth, not to mention the emotional stress on everyone. Sports […] - [Diabetes and Gum Disease](https://platinumdental.com/diabetes-and-gum-disease/): When it comes to diabetes, controlling the blood sugar is key. People with diabetes are more susceptible to all sorts of infections and medical problems, like gum disease. People with diabetes are more likely to have gum disease compared to people without diabetes. And what’s worse is that presence of gum disease makes controlling the diabetes harder. It’s like a 2 way street. Gum disease makes diabetes harder to control and diabetes leads to gum disease. We can help stop this vicious cycle by treating the gum disease and making sure it stays away so it doesn’t make matters worse. […] - [Toothpaste Types](https://platinumdental.com/toothpaste-types/): With so many kinds of toothpaste to choose from, where do you start? What’s important to remember is that the toothpaste needs to be matched to your dental needs. A smoker benefits from “Smoker’s Toothpaste” which has tartar fighting ability. A growing child who loves sweets will want to use a toothpaste containing fluoride. There are 5 broad categories of toothpaste to choose from. 1. Smoker’s toothpaste: these have tartar fighting ingredients that help remove the stains left on the teeth after smoking. 2. Fluoride toothpaste: these have higher than normal levels of fluoride to aid in keeping teeth healthy […] - [Oil Pulling - Current Facts](https://platinumdental.com/oil-pulling-current-facts/): Oil pulling has been touted as a cure-all for everything dental. I think I was reading about all the benefits of oil pulling and it mentioned that oil pulling will even grow money on trees (no just kidding). Having read thru multiple articles and scouring the scientific data that is available, 2 things have become clear. The first is that the American Dental Association (Read the ADA article here) doesn’t consider this a valid form of therapy to improve dental health. And much to their credit, I agree with the lack of scientifically proven studies and experiments documenting such benefits. And until there […] - [Sensitive teeth to cold drinks or ice cream?](https://platinumdental.com/cold-sensitive-teeth/): Teeth Sensitive to Cold Some people experience moderate even severe sensitivity from cold drinks or foods like ice cream or slushies. What causes this sensitivity and how can it be overcome? These are some of questions we’ll talk about here. Sensitive Teeth – Common Causes Cold sensitivity can be due to a number of reasons. If the tooth is chipped or if there is a cracked filling, the tooth can be cold sensitive. When the gums recede (or pull away), teeth oftentimes become cold sensitive.  Foods high in sugar or acidic foods deplete the teeth of their essential minerals and […] ## Pages - [Customer Cabinet](https://platinumdental.com/customer-cabinet-2/) - [Home](https://platinumdental.com/home/): Welcome to Dental Clinic A descriptive paragraph that tells clients how good you are and proves that you are the best choice that they’ve made. This paragraph is also for those who are looking out for a reliable dental clinic. New Patient A descriptive paragraph that tells clients how good you are and proves that you are the best choice that they’ve made. This paragraph is also for those who are looking out for a reliable dental clinic. 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Contact tracing allows us (the employer) to notify our workers (employees) of their exposure to someone with a positive COVID-19 test. If you are given a positive COVID-19 diagnosis by a healthcare professional or a licensed testing facility, for up to 14 days after your last visit with our office, we ask you to kindly fill out the form below notifying us of such. We only need to know the date of your visit with us and your initials (so we know you are a patient of ours and not a bot or a scammer). […] - [wpwBot Mobile App](https://platinumdental.com/wpwbot-mobile-app/) - [COVID-19 Update](https://platinumdental.com/covid-19-update/): COVID-19 Update There are currently no mandatory facial covering or other requirements for visiting our practice. We ask our patients to notify us and postpone their non-urgent dental care in case of any acute respiratory ailments. 9/1/2021 Hope everyone is keeping it together. With all the turbulent news out in the world, it is hard to decipher facts from fiction. Regardless of what you believe in, we wish you good luck and health. We continue to offer dental services to all of our patients. We are asking patients, as usual, to reschedule their appointments if they feel ill or under […] - [Virtual Dentistry - Online Consultation](https://platinumdental.com/virtual-dentistry-consultation/): Virtual Dentistry What is virtual dentistry consultation and how does it work? Technology is revolutionizing how we get things done. Downloading books and movies to your mobile device, updating your social media page, printing a document directly from your phone, or buying stocks online are only a few examples. Now, you can have a virtual dental consultation from the comfort of your home as well. Benefits of Online Consultation There may be times when you are too far to visit your dentist. 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The only problem is with all the restrictions and exclusions the insurance company places on how this benefit amount can be utilized, patients often spend more in premiums with the insurance company compared to […] - [Rotadent - Procare - Toothbrush](https://platinumdental.com/rotadent-procare-toothbrush/): Rotadent Procare Toothbrush Heads, Whitening Products Offering Rotadent Procare, Plus, and Classic toothbrush heads, whitening products and Fluoride.Welcome to our secure shopping area, powered by Paypal. We carry quality dental products priced competitively. Plus, since we are a dental practice, your purchases won’t have the manufacturer’s warranty voided, where applicable. We also carry all Rotadent toothbrush replacement heads: ProCare, Contour, Plus and Legacy. If you have any questions either before or after your purchase, you can contact us by email here. 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While you can choose your favorite carrier, we suggest […] - [New Patient Promotions - Platinum Dental - San Marcos](https://platinumdental.com/new-patient-promotions/): New Patient Promotions $199 If you have no dental insurance then our new patient promotion is your ticket. Have your teeth examined, X-rayed (check up X-rays), and cleaned (regular dental cleaning) And get it all for a great price. Haven’t been to the dentist for a while? Then check out this great resource we found on WebMD for Teeth and Gum Care. Emergency Exam $79** Do you have a tooth that is hurting? Don’t ignore it. It won’t go away on its own. We’ll help you decide what is best to help get you out of pain and discomfort. Free […] - [Post Operative Instructions](https://platinumdental.com/post-operative-forms/): Post Op Forms After your dental procedure it is important to follow some basic instructions. These have been reviewed with you prior to your appointment. These post operative instruction forms are also available for download below. Oral surgery/Extraction: adults (pdf) Oral Surgery/Extraction: adults (rtf) Oral surgery/Extraction: children (pdf) Oral surgery/Extraction: children (rtf) Implant surgery (pdf) Implant surgery (rtf) Sedation dentistry (pdf) Sedation dentistry (rtf) White fillings/bondings (pdf) White fillings/bondings (rtf) Root canal therapy (pdf) Root canal therapy (rtf) Crowns/veneers/bridges: preparation visit (pdf) Crowns/veneers/bridges: preparation visit (rtf) Crowns/veneers/bridges: cementation visit (pdf) Crowns/veneers/bridges: cementation visit (rtf) Scaling and root planing (deep cleaning) (pdf) […] - [Frequently Asked Questions](https://platinumdental.com/frequently-asked-questions/): Commonly Asked Questions Question: Do you accept all insurance plans? Answer: We accept any insurance where you can choose your own dentist. We are providers for various dental insurance plans. Visit our insurance page to learn more. we also offer in-house insurance to patients with no insurance. Learn more about our in-house insurance. Question: I need a lot of dental work, but I am afraid I cannot afford it! What do I do? Answer: We accept Discover, Visa, MasterCard and AMEX. We also offer financing through CareCredit. >Learn more about financing Question: Do you perform only cosmetic dentistry at your […] - [Care Enough to Share - Referral Program](https://platinumdental.com/referral-program/): Earn a Credit Every Time You Refer a Friend We love new clients. And when our patients refer their friends we’re even more excited. We’d like to share our thanks to patients who refer a friend to our practice by spoiling them with a gift card or dental credit (a $25 value). - [Invisalign Cost - Promotions - San Marcos](https://platinumdental.com/invisalign-promotions/): Invisalign Specials Invisalign braces are very affordable. Financing options and payment plans are available. Plus most dental insurances offer benefits for Invisalign and traditional braces. Invisalign Cost Promotions Specials – Free Teeth Whitening* Whiten your teeth for free, when you complete your Invisalign therapy (a $250 value). Show off your beautiful new smile with a custom teeth whitening home therapy. Adult Invisalign Promotions –  $3800** Invisalign offers a wide range of treatment options to fix a whole host of dental issues. Treatment time varies anywhere from 9 months up to 2 years or more. Teen Invisalign Specials – $4100** Invisalign […] - [Dental Insurances](https://platinumdental.com/dental-insurance-san-marcos/): Dental Insurance – Does it Pay At Platinum Dental, Inc., your San Marcos family dentist can work with your dental insurance as long as it is not an HMO. For patients with no dental insurance, we offer our own in-house dental savings plan. But if you want to get dental insurance, it it really worth it? Do you actually save money having dental insurance? Let’s find out. The main question to ask when you are considering dental insurance is how much are you paying every year in premiums, compared to how much benefits you recieve. And this is very important […] - [Financing - Payment Plans - CareCredit](https://platinumdental.com/financing/): San Marcos Dentist Offers Financing Preventative dental care is not too costly. However, when teeth fracture or gums break down and need serious treatment, the costs can add up fast. Our San Marcos family dentist office offers financing for patients with extensive dental care. We have different financing and payment plans available. We also accept multiple methods of payment. Forms of Payment Accepted We accept Visa, Master Card, American Express, and Discover. We also accept Debit and ApplePay. We proudly offer financing plans through CareCredit for those who have more comprehensive treatment plans or those who want a more extended […] - [New Patient Forms - Platinum Dental - San Marcos](https://platinumdental.com/new-patient-forms/): New Patient Forms Please download and fill out the 3 new patient forms below. For your convenience each form is provided in 2 different formats. The PDF format requires Adobe Reader, which is a free download. Patient Registration Form PDF Patient Registration Form RTF Medical History Form PDF Medical History Form RTF Consent Of Treatment PDF Consent of Treatment RTF - [TMJ - Jaw Pain Relief - Botox - San Marcos, California](https://platinumdental.com/tmj-jaw-pain/): Jaw Pain – TMJ Treatment Aside from the teeth and the gums, jaw pain is often caused by disorders of the jaw joints or the supporting musculature and soft tissue. These conditions are collectively referred to as TMJ. Our San Marcos TMJ dentist has extensive training and experience in diagnosing and treating TMJ. Are you currently having problems? Use our quick TMJ Screening form to see if you suffer from TMJ. TMJ – Diagnosis The correct diagnosis is key.  Even though most (about 95%) of all pain in or around the mouth is related to either the teeth or the […] - [Snoring - Clenching - Grinding](https://platinumdental.com/snoring/): Snoring – A Common Problem Snoring is a common condition affecting nearly 30% of the population. Even though people who actually snore will swear up and down that they do no such thing.  Men are more likely to snore compared to women. Snoring is also linked to being obese or simply overweight. And with the size of our population getting plumper by the decade, snoring incidence has been slowly increasing. Gone untreated, snoring can progress to sleep apnea. What Causes Us to Snore? Snoring is due to a partial blockage of the airway by the soft tissue in the head […] - [Sleep Apnea Therapy- CPAP Alternative](https://platinumdental.com/sleep-apnea/): Obstructive Sleep Apnea – A Sleeping Disorder Sleep apnea is a “Sleeping Disorder”. There are many types of sleeping disorders. This specific form is caused by obstruction (i.e. blockage) of the airway. As our San Marcos sleep apnea dentist explains, there is so much blockage of the airway that the patient is unable to breathe. This disease affects roughly 25 million people in the United States alone. Signs and Symptoms of Sleep Apnea Sleep apnea happens while the patient is asleep. So unless they have a bed partner, there is no one to observe the patient. And even then, if […] - [Orthodontics - Braces - San Marcos](https://platinumdental.com/orthodontics/): Orthodontics – San Marcos CA Orthodontics and braces are more than just straightening the teeth. Although that will happen as well. Braces and orthodontics allow the face to develop more fully. Some problems in dentistry are due to the teeth being out of alignment and taking away space from other vital organs. We see this in cases where the crowding forces the tongue to move backward causing snoring and sleep apnea. In other cases, the teeth trap the lower jaw from being in a comfortable position. This results in the development of TMJ and jaw pain. Braces for All Ages […] - [Denture Implants - All On Four](https://platinumdental.com/denture-implants/): Denture Implants – San Marcos Tired of dentures that rock around the mouth? Unable to bite into the food because the denture is too loose? Cannot taste your food cause the dentures mask the taste? These and many other problems can be overcome by using dental implants to secure the dentures into place. Denture implants make traditional dentures feel more secure and more like natural teeth. These implant-retained dentures can be made for the upper or the lower (or both) jaws. These implants are placed in the available bone minimizing the need for bone grafting procedures. This process is called […] - [Dental Implants - San Marcos Implant Dentist](https://platinumdental.com/implant-dentist/): Implant Dentist Near San Marcos Dental implants have made edentulism a thing of the past. With Implant dentistry our dentist can replace a lost tooth. Located in San Marcos, California, our dentist has been providing dental implants to our patients for years. And that is because dental implants are the closest alternative to a real tooth. Dental Implants – Solid Titanium Made out of titanium, dental implants are strong, safe, and bio-compatible. This makes the surgical outcome more reliable. During the surgery, our dentist places the dental implant into the available bone. A lot of planning and preparation goes into […] - [Sedation Dentistry - San Marcos, CA](https://platinumdental.com/sedation-dentistry/): Sedation Dentist – San Marcos For some people, the simple thought of going to the dentist is truly terrifying. As our sedation dentist in San Marcos, California explains, dental anxiety is quite crippling. Sedation dentistry, however, allows the patient with dental anxiety to have a comfortable experience. But why is it that some patients have an extreme phobia and fear of the dentist? Dental Phobias – Dental Anxiety Dentophobia is an actual disease, according to the DSM. The patient’s mental health influences the level of their anxiety. For the patient to suffer from dental anxiety, their mental health regarding “the […] - [Laughing Gas - Nitrous Oxide](https://platinumdental.com/nitrous-oxide/): Laughing Gas Relieves Dental Anxiety As explained by our San Marcos dentist, nitrous oxide or “laughing gas” at the dentist helps relieve pain and anxiety. That’s why It has been used widely in the medical and dental profession for more than 150 years. More importantly it is  safe, effective, and has virtually no side effects. Dental Anxiety and Phobias The thought of going to the dentist makes most people a little anxious. But in some, their anxiety becomes almost debilitating. And anxiety about medical and dental procedures is a real phenomenon. And some of this dental anxiety is based on […] - [Invisalign Express - Lite - Moderate](https://platinumdental.com/invisalign-express/): Invisalign Express Besides Invisalign for adults and teens, Invisalign offers multiple other lines of therapeutic aligners. Aligners are essentially custom-made trays for the teeth. These aligners have tooth movement programmed into them. This way they move the teeth a little at a time. Invisalign Express is for times when there are just a couple of little things to correct. Maybe you had braces and didn’t wear your retainers and your teeth got a little crowded/crooked. This is the right option for you. The treatment time for this option is about 2-6 months. Sometimes you’ll need both top and bottom sets. There […] - [Invisalign For Teens - San Marcos](https://platinumdental.com/invisalign-teen/): Invisalign for Teens – Preferred by Teens When Invisalign was first introduced, it was only meant for adults. But no more. And who wants a mouth full of wires? When surveyed, most teens preferred Invisalign treatment over typical braces. Invisalign for teens makes braces a smooth process. Most teens cited the Invisalign braces as the preferred choice because no one can tell they are having braces. Teens know the importance of their smiles. They just don’t want to put up with the hassle of traditional braces. Benefits There are many benefits to this revolutionary treatment. One of the major benefits […] - [Invisalign Dentist Near San Marcos](https://platinumdental.com/invisalign-dentist/): Invisalign Dentist – San Marcos If you are considering improving your smile with braces but don’t want the hassle of brackets and wires, Invisalign is the right answer.  As our San Marcos Invisalign dentist explains, Invisalign can move teeth like the traditional types of braces. One huge advantage with Invisalign aligners, you can remove them for eating and hygiene. And with no bracket stuck to your teeth, you won’t hurt your lips and cheeks as much. Health Impact of “Bad” Bite People want their teeth to look good and not cause them pain. But, most people don’t realize the damage […] - [White Fillings - San Marcos - Cosmetic Dentistry](https://platinumdental.com/white-fillings/): White Fillings – San Marcos Dentist White fillings offer an excellent alternative to the old silver (should be called black) fillings. Compared to the silver fillings, these do not turn dark and black over time. And that’s because they don’t contain materials that can corrode. Metals turn “black” because of corrosion over time. You’ve seen metal rusting when it is exposed to moisture. Now imagine that going on in your mouth. As our San Marcos cosmetic dentist explains this condition is unhealthy for the tooth and the body. The corrosion stains the tooth (and even the adjacent teeth) permanently. Plus, […] - [Dental Bonding - Cosmetic Dentistry](https://platinumdental.com/dental-bonding/): Chipped Tooth Repair Teeth are covered by the toughest and most durable material in our body, the enamel. However, even this tough structure can chip and break at times. Crunchy foods and trauma are the two biggest culprits of a broken or chipped tooth. When the damage is not too severe, dental bondings are a great choice. Our San Marcos cosmetic dentist can use dental bonding to repair the tooth. Most of these procedures can be completed in one appointment. Dental bonding refers to the use of tooth-colored materials to “bond” onto a tooth. It can be used to fix […] - [Teeth Whitening - 1 Hour](https://platinumdental.com/teeth-whitening/): Teeth Whitening – San Marcos When it comes to a smile makeover, there is no quicker way to liven up your smile than a 1-Hour teeth whitening performed by a professional. What is the difference between a teeth whitening dentist near you and what you get at the mall or online? Obviously the cost. But the reasons for that are simple. Only a licensed dentist can use the strongest and most effective whitening material for the patient. What you get outside is material that is less effective and thus less costly. Not to mention that the whitening is performed by […] - [Smile Makeover Dentist - San Marcos - CA](https://platinumdental.com/smile-makeovers/): Smile Makeovers – Look Younger Your smile says a lot about you. Some people have beautiful smiles while some don’t. And while this doesn’t change the person, it affects their confidence. Of all the ways someone can improve their “looks”, cosmetic dentistry can make a huge difference. Cosmetic dentistry makes it possible to make a person look younger, more vibrant and confident, by simply improving their smile. This image is a before and after photo of the same patient. Being a working professional the patient wanted an improved smile. This transformation consisted of multiple disciplines in dentistry. The patient underwent […] - [Bad Breath - Treatment - Causes](https://platinumdental.com/bad-breath/): Bad Breath – Sign of Poor Health Bad breath, or halitosis, is a problem that affects between 35 to 45 percent of the world population chronically. You can see the demand by counting the “bad breath” products on the market.  Morning breath (sometimes referred to as “dragon” or “dog breath”) is a condition that affects almost everyone. As our San Marcos dentist explains, sometimes bad breath may be due to what we have recently ingested. Sometimes it is an indication of gum disease or other diseases in the mouth and the oral cavity. At other times it may be a […] - [Sports Mouth Guard - Injury Prevention - Improve Performance](https://platinumdental.com/sports-mouth-guard/): Sports Mouth Guard – Injury Prevention Sports-related dental injuries affect nearly 5 million people annually. A sports mouth guard or athletic mouthguard is can prevent serious injury to the teeth and the soft tissue. The best type of mouthguards is custom-made ones. You can buy sports mouth guards in sporting goods stores or online. These are commonly called boil-and-bite as you have to heat them up in hot water first, then place them in your mouth and bite into them. These mouthguards are typically not very comfortable. They are bulky and make speech and breathing difficult. Our dentist recommends a […] - [Dentures - Complete and Partial](https://platinumdental.com/dentures/): Denture Dentist – San Marcos Dentists help their patients keep their teeth healthy and free of disease. Dentists can also help patients who have lost some or all of their teeth. A denture dentist understands the facial profile and the importance of the right dimensions. They have to replace not just the teeth that are missing, but also the soft tissue support. In making a denture, the dentist must incorporate both function and esthetics into the process. The same goes for making a partial denture. Dentures – Partial Dentures Dentures and partial dentures are probably some of the oldest ways […] - [Dental Bridge - Replace Lost Teeth](https://platinumdental.com/dental-bridge/): Dental Bridge – Tooth Replacement Option A dental bridge is used to replace a lost tooth. If a badly decayed tooth cannot be saved with root canal therapy, it has to be removed. Once removed, the hole left behind needs to be filled to avoid other problems such as bite collapse.When a tooth is lost and there is a tooth available on each side, a fixed dental bridge can be used to replace the tooth. Sometimes people are missing certain teeth, genetically. In these cases, a bridge can be used to replace the missing tooth. Replacing One or More Teeth […] - [Dental Crowns - San Marcos Dentist](https://platinumdental.com/dental-crowns/): Dental Crowns – Restore Smiles Dental crowns, or caps as they are sometimes called, can rejuvenate a smile dramatically. Worn down, broken teeth make patients look prematurely older than they are. Our smile has a large impact on how others view us. Replacing what has been lost as a result of aging, trauma, or decay, dental crowns offer an excellent solution to these problems. Crowns can be used on both front and back teeth. And there are numerous types of materials that are used in fabricating crowns. Our San Marcos dentist can use the right material for the right situation […] - [Gum Disease Treatment - San Marcos](https://platinumdental.com/gum-disease-treatment-san-marcos/): Gum Disease – Non-surgical Treatment Gum disease affects roughly 80% of the US population, according to the American Dental Association. When it comes to treating gum disease we always start off with educating our patients about their condition. And this is because most people are not aware that they have infected gums. Treating gum disease is a team effort. Our San Marcos dentist treats gum disease using gentle non-surgical techniques that are effective and safe. After our doctor performs the treatment, we then spend time teaching the patients the benefits of good home care. Proper hygiene techniques are reviewed with […] - [Gum Disease Linked to Heart Disease](https://platinumdental.com/gum-disease-heart-disease/): Gum Disease-  Heart Disease and Stroke Gum disease affects more than the gums and the teeth. Research has shown that gum disease and heart disease are highly correlated. The number one cause of death in the country is heart disease. Gum disease is a contributing factor to heart disease, heart attacks, and stroke. People with gum disease are twice as likely for developing heart disease than those with healthy gums. Since gum disease is an infection of the gums, the immune system spends some of its resources trying to fight it. This extra strain on the immune system makes you […] - [Periodontitis - Means Bone Loss](https://platinumdental.com/periodontitis/): Early Periodontitis – Causes Bone Loss Early periodontal disease, as explained by our San Marcos dentist, comes after gingivitis. Gums that are persistently under attack by the bacteria in the plaque eventually suffer bone loss. In the early periodontitis phase of gum disease, teeth may start showing signs of mobility. The gums start receding away from the teethth, making them look longer. This process also exposes the most sensitive part of the tooth, the root. Moderate Periodontitis – 50% Bone Loss Moderate periodontal disease is a continuation of early periodontitis. The bone loss is getting more severe. As evidenced by […] - [Gingivitis - Gum Inflammation](https://platinumdental.com/gingivitis/): Gingivitis: Puffy, Bleeding Gums Gum disease in its beginning stages is referred to as gingivitis. Gingivitis starts with the accumulation of plaque. The plaque irritates the gums around the necks of the teeth. This constant irritation leaves the gums looking swollen, red, and puffy. Gingivitis – Can Start Anytime Gingivitis can affect both “baby” teeth and adult teeth. It knows no age limits. If there is excessive plaque, there is going to be gingivitis. Young adults and teens are typically the most common group affected by this disease. Certain groups of people are at higher risk of developing this disease. […] - [Gum Disease - Sign and Symptoms](https://platinumdental.com/gum-disease-signs-symptoms/): Gum Disease – Incidence According to the American Dental Association, gum disease affects about 80% of the US population. That’s 4 out of every 5 people. And this is because most people don’t spend the time necessary to properly clean their teeth and gums daily. Research has shown that gum disease leads to serious medical problems. And since this disease is rarely painful in its early stages, you cannot tell there is anything wrong. But gum disease has a few universal signs and symptoms. Signs of Gum Disease As our San Marcos dentist explains, some of the common signs of […] - [Root Canal Dentist - San Marcos](https://platinumdental.com/root-canal/): Root Canal Dentist – San Marcos As explained by our root canal dentist Dr. Eslampour,  Root Canal Therapy, commonly called “root canal” for short can save a tooth that’s badly injured. A large cavity can cause irreversible damage to the nerve. Trauma is another source of severe damage to a tooth. Sports accidents, auto accidents, or biting on a piece of bone can all traumatize a tooth. Years ago, the only treatment choice was to have the tooth removed (extracted). Today, you can save that same tooth with root canal treatment. Root Canal Treatment: How Does It Work? Every single […] - [Children Dentist - San Marcos](https://platinumdental.com/children-dentistry/): Children Dentistry – San Marcos “Children are very impressionable” explains our family dentist in San Marcos. It is therefore very important to only leave them with good impressions of whatever it is they are doing. The power of suggestion not only works in adults, but it also works equally well if not better in a young child. When talking to your kids about the dentist, always use it in a good context, not something bad and horrible. This way your child will be more comfortable which makes them enjoy their dental visit rather than fear it. As our San Marcos […] - [Emergency Dentist - San Marcos](https://platinumdental.com/emergency-dentistry/): Emergency Dentistry – San Marcos A broken tooth or jaw pain can ruin your day. Our emergency dentist in San Marcos, California, helps patients with their dental emergencies every day. So whether it’s a chipped tooth, a loose crown, a broken filling, or a bad toothache we can help. For emergency dentistry near San Marcos, you’ve come to the right place. Call us now. Tele-Dentistry Available Sometimes it may not be easy to visit an emergency dentist near you. That’s why we offer teledentistry and online consultations. And we can usually see emergency dental patients on the same day or […] - [Family Dentistry - San Marcos](https://platinumdental.com/family-dentist/): Family Dentist – San Marcos Are you looking for a caring family dentist in San Marcos? Then you have come to the right place. At Platinum Dental Inc., we have been providing family dentistry for over 25 years. Centrally located in San Marcos, we serve patients from Carlsbad, Escondido, Encinitas, Vista, Oceanside and surrounding communities. Our goal is to improve your dental health by taking a preventative approach. So we offer general and family dental services to keep the teeth, gums, and your smile healthy and functional.In addition to family dentistry, we also offer specialized services such as cosmetic dentistry, […] - [San Marcos Dentist](https://platinumdental.com/san-marcos-dentist/): Platinum Dental – Local San Marcos Dentist Hello and welcome to all San Marcos and local community residents from your San Marcos dentist and staff. We are a small private dental practice located in San Marcos, California. Our goal is to provide every patient in our practice with a healthy mouth and a pleasant smile. Dentistry has changed over the years. And we are happy to provide you with the latest and best available technology and dentistry. We provide routine dental services such as cleanings, check-ups, and more. Also, we offer a wide array of highly specialized services such as […] - [Dentist - San Marcos, CA](https://platinumdental.com/): Welcome to Platinum Dental, Inc. A warm hello and welcome to you from our dentist and staff in San Marcos, California. Platinum Dental, Inc., centrally located in San Marcos, has been serving patients in San Marcos and the surrounding communities for over 25 years. Patients love and trust us as their dentist because our doctor takes time to listen to their concerns and answer their questions. And this allows us to provide our patients with comfortable, safe, and up-to-date dental care. Cosmetic Dentistry We are continuously striving to meet and exceed our patients’ expectations. Advances in dentistry have allowed for better and more comfortable […] - [Dental - Health - Blog](https://platinumdental.com/blog/) - [Contact Page - Platinum Dental - San Marcos, CA](https://platinumdental.com/contact-platinum-dental/): Platinum Dental Contact Page (760) 510-9009 (phone) Our dentist office is located in San Marcos, California. We are minutes away from local communities like Carlsbad, Encinitas, Vista, Oceanside, Escondido, and Poway. There is a convenient bus stop a short walk from our office. We offer plenty of free parking and our office is handicap accessible. Be sure to check out our current “New Patient” promotions. Take advantage of incredible offers for services like teeth whitening, and Invisalign. Do you have an urgent dental condition? Head on over to our emergency dentistry page for a wealth of useful tips and information. 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