Dr. Colin Yoshida Blog

Even if you brush and floss regularly, plaque and tartar can gradually accumulate. If not removed, these bacteria-breeding substances cause the gums to become irritated and swollen.

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Are you one of those people who cover their mouth when they laugh? Do you keep your mouth closed when someone takes a picture of you? Have you been hiding unsightly teeth for years?
It’s time to take care of those tooth problems and get a new lease on life.

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The great benefit of Xylitol in preventing tooth decay was “discovered” in Finland in the early 1970’s.

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In order to achieve an attractive, yet natural looking result, I do much more than recommend specific procedures. I consider the shape, alignment, color and condition of the teeth. In order to create a balanced look, the facial shape and coloring is taken into account. The dentistry client’s age, health condition and lifestyle all influence the plan.

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Now more than ever, I know there’s people out there that need my services, but have no means to afford them – whether they’re out of a job, or just don’t have dental insurance. This Dentistry From The Heart event is my way of giving back to the community, and being there for the people who are in need of dental work.

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Emerging research on a promising sugar-substitute, xylitol, could hold some of the answers. While the term “sugar substitute” has been used, over-used, and even controversialized, xylitol is in a league of its own. This sugar substitute is not only natural, found in such sources as birch trees, fruits and vegetables, but is even produced in the human body during normal metabolism. This sugar, while regularly consumed by the bacteria in plaque, is not fermented and therefore will not result in the production of acid which normally occurs after meals or snacks.

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At Colin Yoshida DDS, we perform cosmetic and restorative crown lengthening for patients in the Fremont area. The surgery can be performed by a general dentist, periodontist or oral surgeon.

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