Dental care tips

A place for the questions we get asked most in the chair. If yours is not here, call us and we will answer it.

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Signs you need to see a dentist

Pain is the last signal, not the first. By the time it shows up, the problem has usually been building for a while. These come earlier.

Dentist at Latino Americano Dental examining a patient at the office

What to do about tooth sensitivity

That jolt from something cold has a specific cause, and it is rarely the same one for everyone. Knowing which is yours changes the treatment.

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Why children's dental check-ups matter

Baby teeth fall out, yes. But what happens to them leaves a mark on the teeth that follow — and on how that child will feel about dentists as an adult.

Dentist and assistant at Latino Americano Dental treating a patient at the San Jose office

What is a root canal?

It has a reputation as the worst thing that can happen at a dentist. It is actually the treatment that ends the pain and saves the tooth.

Dentist at Latino Americano Dental treating a patient at the San Jose office

When do you need a dental implant?

An implant replaces the root of a missing tooth. Not everyone is a candidate, and it is not always the best option.

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