Capitola Dentist Relieves Tooth Sensitivity

Posted on May 16, 2012 by admin

Do your teeth hurt when exposed to extreme heat, cold, or pressure? When your enamel wears away, the underlying layer of dentin is unprotected. Dentin contains tiny tubes that connect to your tooth’s nerve and send sensations of pain or sensitivity. Dr. Halbleib will determine what’s causing your sensitivity and how to relieve your discomfort.

Do you have a cavity?

Tooth decay forms a small pit in your tooth. Bacteria can enter the ridge and aggravate the pulp of your tooth. Dr. Halbleib can repair the structure of your tooth with an all-white composite filling or ceramic crown.

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Celebrate Mother’s Day with Smile Makeovers from your Capitola Dentist

Posted on May 9, 2012 by admin

Mother’s Day is less than a week away, and you need the perfect gift to show your mom how much you care. She’s probably busy from working, running errands, taking care of the kids, and doing housework—and the stresses and natural aging process may begin to wear out her smile. Capitola dentist, Dr. Jesse Halbleib, suggests giving your mother a smile makeover to improve her appearance, raise her confidence, and brighten her day.

A Youthful Appearance in Santa Cruz

All women—even a working mother—want to feel beautiful. A beautiful smile will naturally enhance mom’s appearance. In fact, about 70 percent of men think a woman looks more beautiful when she smiles than when she wears makeup. If mom feels confident about her smile, she’ll want to smile more—which lifts up her facial muscles, making her look and feel younger, happier, and more energetic.

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Healthy Lips for Summer in Capitola

Posted on May 2, 2012 by admin

The sun’s ultraviolet rays can burn, tan, or damage your skin. As you hit the beach this summer, you may protect your body with sunscreen and block your eyes with sunglasses, but one part of your face remains uncovered—your mouth. The skin on your lips is thin and has no oil glands to protect it, thereby making it more prone to the harmful effects of the sun. Dr. Jesse Halbleib can help keep your lips and mouth healthy this summer.

Preventing Oral Cancer

May is Skin Cancer Detection and Prevention Month, but Dr. Halbleib wants to make sure you’re aware of another type of cancer—oral cancer. The hot summer sun can burn the thin skin on your lips. In fact, studies show that many patients with lip cancer have outdoor jobs or prolonged exposure to the sun. If you’re going to spend time outdoors, make sure you wear a lip balm with an SPF of 30 or higher to help block radiation. Additionally, wear a hat to help hide your lips from the sun’s rays.

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