Dr. Colin Yoshida Blog

Myth #1: Cosmetic Dentistry is Never Necessary for a Healthy Smile

Many so-called Fremont cosmetic dental procedures are not solely cosmetic.  Dental procedures such as tooth replacement are smile-enhancing and, more importantly, prevent many potential problems such as tooth movement, bone loss and difficulty chewing and speaking.

Myth #2: A Newark Dental Bridge is the Only Way to Replace a Missing Tooth

Dental bridges are an Fremont dental cosmetic procedure that have been used for many years with success. However, dental implants are often a better choice for replacing one or more missing teeth. Dental implants have many advantages for  dental patients. They feel like natural teeth, they are stronger, and they are easier to clean than dental bridges. California tooth implants can also be used to anchor dentures or partial dentures.

Myth #3: At-Home Kits are as Effective for Newark Tooth Whitening Than a Professional Dental Solution

At Colin Yoshida DDS, we offer our dental patients teeth whitening treatments that provide a much greater level of whiteness than at-home kits. At-home kits may remove surface stains, but they do not provide optimum results and can often lead to uneven coloring.

Myth #4: Dental Bonding is the Best Way to Fix a Chipped Tooth.

Dental bonding can restore the shape of a tooth, but may not be the best long-term solution. If you have a damaged tooth, you may be a good candidate for porcelain veneers. Call us at (510) 745-1800 to set up an appointment so we can determine the best solution for you.

Myth #5: Union City Braces are the Only Way to Straighten Teeth

Braces are often part of a transforming dental makeover for our teens and adults alike. However, if your teeth are only slightly crooked, lumineers can reshape your teeth and dramatically improve your smile. And the best thing about veneers? They offer instant results!

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Colin Yoshida DDS
3885 Beacon Avenue, Suite C
Fremont California 94538
http://www.fremontdentistry.com
(510) 745-1800

If you are one of the many Fremont denture wearers, you know that they are not the ideal solution for missing teeth.

The problems with dentures include slipping, gum irritation, trouble eating and talking, bone loss, and inability to taste food due to a covered palate. Clearly, dentures do not feel and function like natural teeth.

Good oral hygiene and regular dental checkups can help you avoid the need for dentures later in your life, but other factors can make dental replacements an inevitability.

The good news? Modern dental implant technology is making dentures a thing of the past.

At Colin Yoshida DDS we have information and expertise that can help bring hope to denture wearers through dental implant technology. There are a variety of effective denture/implant tooth configurations.

Call Colin Yoshida DDS at (510) 745-1800 to book an implant overdenture consultation. We can help you understand your options and can recommend options.

If you currently wear traditional dentures and are not happy with them, implant anchored dentures may dramatically change your life. Your chewing ability will be similar to that of natural teeth and you will be able to eat hard foods again. How about a thick T-bone at your favorite Fremont steakhouse? In addition to being able to enjoy your meal, you will avoid the embarrassment of having your dentures rattle around in your mouth in public.

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Attention Fremont denture wearers: there is life after dentures with tooth implants!

Come see us at Colin Yoshida DDS at 3885 Beacon Avenue, Suite C, in Fremont, CA 94538 for more information about dental implants.

The American Dental Association offers some welcome advice for choosing a dentist in Fremont. We have already talked about how word of mouth is an important factor in how many people find a dentist. Here are some things you should look for in an Fremont dentist:

Location is always a factor when choosing a dentist. If you live in the Fremont California area, there are many options. While location plays an important role in convenience, many people are willing to drive a little farther for a better experience with their Fremont dentist.

Relationship is a strong factor. Your Fremont dentist should be approachable, and should make you feel comfortable when you are in the dentist chair. After all, your Fremont dentist will be working very close with you to help you achieve a high level of oral hygiene; you most certainly will want to have a good, professional, comfortable relationship with your Fremont dentist and the dental office staff.

Specialty is another important factor in choosing a dentist in Fremont. Some dentists specialize in cosmetic dentistry. Others specialize in corrective dentistry such as braces. Depending on your need, you may select a local Fremont dentist who can solve your immediate concern. Bare in mind, however, that it is good to have a general dentist who can maintain your dental history and work with you to through the years.

If you are looking for a dentist in Fremont, please come by and speak with me. I can address your interest in any of these critical areas, and will be happy to introduce you to Colin Yoshida DDS.

I look forward to meeting you.

-Dr. Colin Yoshida, DDS

(510) 745-1800

Whether you have lived in California for a long time, or just moving in to the Fremont area; taking care of your teeth eventually involves a visit to the dentist. We are Colin Yoshida DDS located at 3885 Beacon Avenue, Suite C, in Fremont, California, and our specialty is restorative dentistry.

You can reach Colin Yoshida DDS by calling (510) 745-1800.

Going to the dentist for the first time in Fremont, or if you have not been for while, can be an unsettling experience for both kids and adults. The very idea of a ‘dentist’ seems to hold negative connotation for many people. If you are an adult who is moving to the Fremont area, or your child is preparing to visit the dentist for the first time, here are a few tips that may help ease you into regular dental checkups and put you on the path toward increased oral health and wellness.

Choose an Fremont dentist who is appropriate for your needs. When you meet your new dentist for the first time, make an effort to ask questions about the care you will receive. Ask questions that are relevant to your situation including questions about experience, age range of patients, and recommended procedures for any conditions you may have. Get to know your Fremont dentist so you feel comfortable with the care you will receive.

Introduce yourself to your Fremont dentist and get to know the office staff. Visiting the dentist will seem less of a chore when you feel you have trusted friends who are there to help.

Be prepared to provide your dentist with information. Whether you are experiencing specific pain at that moment, or anticipating a problem, be sure to discuss everything with your dentist. Many patients become intimidated in the office environment and avoid expressing pain or discussing issues. As your dentist, I need to know everything you are experiencing and will be better prepared to help as you ask questions and express your concerns.

I understand that everyone is unique; what works for one person may not work for another. You know what works best for you, and the best way to have a good experience with a Fremont dentist is to communicate. Let me know what you are experiencing so that I can make adjustments and help you feel more comfortable and secure.

At Colin Yoshida DDS our leading edge treatment in a warm and friendly atmosphere staff will work to make your dental experience a pleasant one. We know it can be frightening to visit the dentist for the first time, or after a long while. We’ll do what we can to make you feel comfortable, secure, and among caring friends.

If you are in Fremont, California and are ready to visit the dentist again, give us a call at (510) 745-1800, or stop by to meet us; we’re excited to meet you.

-We’re your lifelong dental health partner

Colin Yoshida DDS, is a family dentistry practice in Fremont, California.

You find your family dentist at 3885 Beacon Avenue, Suite C, in Fremont, California. We serve the 94538 zip code with family dentistry.

Our specialties include restorative dentistry. We often perform a cosmetic dentistry, and sedation dentistry.

Family dentistry requires a leading edge treatment in a warm and friendly atmosphere staff. Our commitment is to provide the most comfortable care for your family. Our staff is leading edge treatment in a warm and friendly atmosphere, and ready to greet your family with a friendly smile and home town care.

We look forward to meeting you and your family.

We’re Colin Yoshida DDS, and we practice family dentistry in California.

If you are looking for a new California family dentistry experience, Colin Yoshida DDS is here for you.

I would like to invite you to bring your California family in to our office and see for yourself. You can find us at 3885 Beacon Avenue, Suite C, in Fremont, CA. We serve the California community including the 94538 zip code area.

Or just give us a call at (510) 745-1800.

I look forward to seeing you.

-Dr. Colin Yoshida, Dentist

As your local Fremont dentist, one of my roles is to help you take care of your mouth. Sometimes mouth sores can be an issue, and while dentists often defer to an oral surgeon for extreme cases, we can help you make an assessment.

If you live in the Fremont area and have a mouth sore that lasts more than a week or two; come and see me. Mouth sores can be an indicator of disease, and an early assessment is the best bet. A better understanding of your mouth sores can lead quickly to comfort and a resolution. If necessary, treatment and pain relief can be offered.

There are two types of mouth sores that are common; canker sores and cold sores.

Canker sores are small ulcer-like sores with a white or gray base and a red border. They are found on the inside of the mouth and while they are not contagious, they can be painful. Typically a canker sore heals in a week or two. Antimicrobal mouth-rinses, over-the-counter topical anesthetics, and avoiding spicy and acidic foods may offer you temporary relief while your sore is healing.

The cause of a canker sores is not certain. Possible explanations range from a cut on the inside the mouth, and reactions to extreme temperatures or acids from food or drink, to fatigue, stress, and allergies. Some studies point to bacteria or viruses, or combinations of all these factors.

Cold sores, also called fever blisters or Herpes Simplex, are groups of fluid-filled blisters that often appear around the lips, sometimes appearing under the nose or around the chin. Cold sores are contagious and painful, but usually heal in about a week. Some over-the-counter anesthetics may provide relief. There are some antiviral drugs on the market that have shown promise in reducing outbreaks, but there is currently no known cure. The initial infection, known as primary herpes, often occurs before adulthood. Once the virus infects you, it may stay in your body and remain inactive or cause occasional cold sore outbreaks. Outbreaks may be triggered by a fever, sunburn, skin abrasions, stress, or exposure to extremes in temperature.

As your Fremont dentist, I can’t do much to stop canker sores or cold sores in your mouth. I can discuss the health of your mouth, and examine any causes that make your mouth sore. In some cases a change in the way you care for your mouth can reduce the chances of getting mouth sores. If you are in the Fremont area, and would like to speak with a dental professional about mouth sores, area give us a call at Colin Yoshida DDS.

Our number is (510) 745-1800.

Wisdom teeth usually come in between ages 16 and 24 for people in the Fremont community. While not always troublesome, it is important to learn as early as possible whether your wisdom teeth are coming in sideways, or otherwise impacting your other teeth.

Checking your wisdom teeth in Fremont is a simple and painless process, and can save you trouble down the road.

Our practice, ‘Colin Yoshida DDS‘, works with patients from ages 20 to 80, and our leading edge treatment in a warm and friendly atmosphere staff can help you determine whether your wisdom teeth will need to be extracted. We can also help you determine whether your wisdom teeth will require advanced care, or if a simple procedure can solve the problem.

Wisdom teeth can be painful, and we don’t like pain at Colin Yoshida DDS, It’s our goal to give you the best care and attention when checking your wisdom teeth.

If you are in the Fremont area and need to have your wisdom teeth checked, please stop by our office at 3885 Beacon Avenue, Suite C, in Fremont, CA. We also service the greater Hayward area, including Union City, Newark and Centreville.

We specialize in restorative dentistry, and often perform cosmetic dentistry. We can take a look at your wisdom teeth and help you make a healthy decision for your future.

‘We’re your lifelong dental health partner’

I’m Dr. Colin Yoshida, a dental implant dentist in the 94538 area. In a recent post, I explained how traditional dental implants are used to dramatically improve the lives of my Fremont denture and cosmetic dentistry clients. Today’s topic is mini dental implants, sometimes called ‘immediate implants’.

Though they are not as well known as traditional tooth implants, mini implants are also being used successfully to improve smiles. Like their larger diameter counterparts, mini implants can support a restoration for one or more missing teeth or replace a bridge or fixed denture. Tooth restoration clients and denture wearers benefit greatly from these slip free dental implants that are anchored securely in the jaw bone.

In some cases, a patient is unable to receive traditional full-size dental implants due to insufficient bone thickness. There are also mini implant patients who are not able to undergo dental implant surgery due to health issues. These Fremont overdenture patients are often excellent candidates for the mini version.

The placement of toothpick-size mini dental implants can usually be done in one dental visit. The placement usually requires no incisions or stitches. Recovery time, if necessary, is usually very short. Most patients are able to eat dinner that evening.

Many Fremont aesthetic dentistry clients are happy to learn that mini implants are a lower cost dental implants option. Don’t let the word ‘mini’ fool you; Your smile can receive a maximum upgrade with mini dental implants.

Call Colin Yoshida DDS at (510) 745-1800 to schedule a consultation.

If you live near Fremont and experience severe anxiety when undergoing (or even thinking about!) dental treatment, oral sedation is for you.

Conscious sedation dentistry is available in Fremont at Colin Yoshida DDS. We have been providing sedation dentistry in Fremont for several years with excellent outcomes. Whether it is called relaxation dentistry, oral conscious sedation or anxiety-free dentistry, it is completely safe and very popular for our nervous cosmetic and restorative dental clients.

Though it may sound impossible, with oral conscious sedation, dentistry patients can actually relax during dental visits. In addition, healing times for oral surgery and extensive cosmetic dentistry procedures are often shorter if the patient is sedated during treatment.

Sedation dentistry is great for alleviating anxiety for our Fremont patients, and oral conscious sedation can be effective for treating or working with the following:

• Teeth sensitivita;
• Fear of needles;
• A powerful gag reflex;
• Difficulty controlling body movement;
• Lengthy multi-procedure visits;
• Difficulty becoming numb with traditional injections.

If you need dental work more extensive than a filling; such as a root canal, tooth implant, crown replacement or wisdom tooth extraction; call Colin Yoshida DDS at (510) 745-1800. When you come to our office at 3885 Beacon Avenue, Suite C,  in Fremont, CA, we can give you more information about sedation dentistry.

Sedation dentistry is only one of the services we offer at Colin Yoshida DDS, where your smile is our top priority!