There are a number of operations you may require for a healthy mouth. From gum surgery to bone grafting to dental implants, we offer many procedures that are individualized to your needs. But what happens afterward? How do you know your post-op site is healthy and well? Here at Ueno...
So you’re ready to get your implant. Great! Missing teeth can really cause problems in your day-to-day life. You may have heard about bone grafts and are wondering if one of these is necessary before getting your dental implant. At Ueno Center Dental Specialists, we offer a number of oral health treatments from dental implants to gum surgery....
Because it’s a common problem, you may not be too worried about a missing tooth. In fact, an estimated 178 million Americans are in the same boat. But complications can come with an empty tooth socket. At Ueno Center Dental Specialists, we recommend a number of tooth replacement options over...
Many people focus on the before and during periods of tooth extraction: how to prepare for the procedure, what it’ll be like, and whether or not it will hurt. But the aftercare is just as important — maybe more so — than all the rest. One of the post-extraction dangers for...
A fear of going to the dentist affects an estimated 10-30% of the population. And, unfortunately, dental phobia can keep many people from their dentist altogether. If this is the case for you, you may want to consider IV sedation. Even so, you might be worried about the safety of this procedure. Don’t...
Losing your permanent teeth is a serious concern, especially as you age. Roughly 26% of American adults over the age of 64 have eight or fewer teeth. When you lose even one tooth, it can severely affect your oral health, not to mention your day-to-day life. Fortunately, there’s a fantastic,...
You probably know someone who suffers from dental fear. In fact, you may be someone who does. Dental fear is extremely common, and estimates of those who suffer from it are as high as 24% of the population. With sedation dentistry, you can receive treatment without experiencing the anxiety and...
Gum disease is one of the most commonly overlooked oral health problems. For example, 47.2% of adults 30 years of age and older have some form of gum disease. And the problem increases as you age. In fact, 70.1% of individuals 65 and older have it. One of the side effects that gum...
Having your wisdom teeth removed is an inevitability for many people in their late teens to mid 20s. Regardless of why you might need them extracted, consider the benefits of having the procedure now, right at the beginning of summer break. Here at Ueno Center Dental Specialists, we offer safe, effective, and...
Bone grafting can be extremely helpful if you’ve lost teeth and, as a result, lost bone density in your jaw. The procedure may seem complicated, but it’s become easier with the help of the S.M.A.R.T.™ bone grafting technique. S.M.A.R.T. stands for “subperiosteal minimally invasive aesthetic ridge augmentation technique,” and while...
If you’ve looked into having a tooth replaced, you might have been disheartened by the amount of time — and money — it takes. That’s because at many dental practices, implants require several visits to the dentist, meaning it’ll be months before you have your new, permanent tooth. That’s not the...
When thinking about oral health, most people tend to focus on one thing and one thing alone: dental care. But this ignores an extremely important part of caring for your mouth. At Ueno Center Dental Specialists, we want all of our patients to know how important it is to focus...
Bone grafting might sound like a serious and even scary procedure, but it’s actually quite common and not too difficult for your body to tolerate. There are different reasons you might need bone grafting, so the best thing you can do is to discuss the issue with your dentist. At Ueno Center...
Tooth extractions are common procedures but still tend to create a fair amount of anxiety. If you’re like most of our patients, you’re thinking about everything leading up to and involving the procedure itself, while the issue of aftercare may slip through the cracks. At Ueno Center Dental Specialists, our...
Do you avoid regular dental visits because of fear? You’re not alone. Many people experience nerves before visiting the dentist. At Ueno Center Dental Specialists, we understand regular dental appointments are part of an effective oral hygiene routine. We also know that some people avoid these regular appointments due to...
Regular dental cleanings have gotten a bad rap from some sources. A popular rumor states that patients don’t actually need regular dental cleanings every six months. You might also have heard that flossing isn’t actually necessary (it is) and that periodontitis isn’t that common (it’s very common). All of these...
When it comes to oral health and care, our patients often worry about their teeth. After all, you want teeth that look white and clean. And caring for your teeth translates to a healthy mouth, as well as an attractive smile. Unfortunately, far too many people fail to focus on...
So you’ve decided to get a dental implant for your missing tooth. That’s fantastic! Missing teeth can cause a number of oral health problems, and unfortunately, many Americans aren’t even aware of this issue. But if you understand the risks and are ready to make a change, we’re ready to...
Do you want to have multiple teeth replaced but are discouraged by having to wait months to get the crowns that will make your smile look and feel normal? It’s time to learn about a revolutionary treatment called Teeth-in-a-Day® and to get your smile back to its full potential. At...
So you’re prepared for your regular dental visit, a routine cleaning, and a clean bill of oral health (at least for the next six months or so). But your dentist says something you weren’t expecting: you need a deep dental cleaning. What does this mean, and why do you have...
If you need oral surgery, you may have a number of questions: “Will this hurt?” “How successful is the procedure?” “How long will it take me to recover?” Fortunately, we’re able to offer better answers to these questions based on vast improvements in the technology of oral surgery. One such...
Missing teeth are a challenge, especially if your fix is dentures that slipping out of place. That’s why the board-certified periodontists at Ueno Center Dental Specialists in Campbell, California, recommend dental implants. Serving patients throughout San Jose, Cupertino, and Los Gatos, the Ueno team has restored countless smiles with this...
Cleaning and taking care of your implant is just as important as cleaning your natural teeth. Here are some things you should know about caring for your implant. Your implant and your natural teeth are similar because they both rely on healthy tissue for support! Just like with real teeth,...
Yes, You Still Have to Floss. No, the dance move “flossing” does not count. The AP recently released an article making the claim that “there’s little proof that flossing works”. Their review cited a series of studies that found flossing does little or nothing to improve oral health. Here’s the...
Keeping your gums healthy is vital to ensuring that your mouth stays happy and healthy too! To ensure this, what are some ways to make sure your gums stay healthy and keep your smile shining bright for years to come!? Floss, Floss, FlossFlossing is one of the easiest and most...
Dental implants typically consist of three components: the post, the abutment, and the restoration. The post is a screw which is inserted into the bone. The abutment is attached to the post and the restoration is placed on top, giving the finished product a beautiful, realistic look. Dental implants are...
Keeping your gums healthy is vital to ensuring that your mouth stays clean and your teeth stay intact and in pristine condition. Incorporating a few simple steps into your daily oral hygiene routine will keep your teeth and gums healthy, happy and your smile shining bright for years to come....
Oral health is not just about how your smile looks, but how you take care of it! You may often overlook the importance of your oral health, but it is essential for a healthy lifestyle, as well as preventing any future dental related problems. By taking small, but significant, steps...
Missing a tooth? Meet your new best friend—dental implants. Before choosing to opt for a dental implant, it’s important that you understand the in’s and out’s of these replacement teeth and how they will benefit your smile. When replacing a tooth or a gap with a dental implant, you are...
Periodontal or gum disease is an infection of the supporting tissues and bone that hold your teeth in place. The condition mainly affects adults in their 30s and 40s, and is usually caused by poor oral hygiene, smoking, chronic illnesses or genetic susceptibility. Believe it or not, half of Americans...
Periodontitis is not a very well-known disease. In fact, because of this, gums are often overlooked and under cared for. If people knew the vital role that gums played in the grand scheme of things, and the danger periodontitis presents, perhaps they would be taken more seriously. When it comes...