Will your California dental insurance cover cosmetic dental procedures? Many people assume their dental insurance won’t cover any procedures obtained solely for cosmetic purposes. This is probably true for tooth bleaching or dental bonding. However, many California dental insurance plans and supplemental plans cover orthodontia and any treatment required to repair damage from an injury. Medical insurance and worker’s compensation plans may also cover injury treatment.
Ask Your Provider, You May be Surprised
Some dental insurance plans cover replacement porcelain veneers in certain circumstances. Check with your carrier for benefit specifics if you need replacement veneers due to deterioration. We can then look at treatment options such as replacement veneers or porcelain crowns. When the treatment is completed, we may be able to help you submit your dental claim form if your plan requires one.
Talk to Floor Dental Group
If you are in need of any kind of dental treatment; from a cleaning to major restorative work, come into Floor Dental Group on 10055 N Portal Ave #100 in Cupertino. You can meet our comfortable team, undergo an extensive evaluation and discuss financing options. Even if you do not have California dental insurance, let’s talk about solutions. Top-quality dental treatment is a valuable investment and may be more cost-effective than you think.
Floor Dental Group has been proudly serving Cupertino residents since 2022. Floor Dental Group is a network dental provider for many California dental insurance plans.
Hello, friends of Floor Dental Group! If you haven’t visited our blog in a while, we welcome you back. It has been an outstanding month at our practice.
If you have never seen our photo gallery of smile makeover patients, you are probably not aware of the limitless possibilities. There is virtually no dental problem that can’t be improved with modern cosmetic dentistry performed at Floor Dental Group.
We Provide Modern Smile Solutions
Doctor Floor uses all the tools of cosmetic dentistry: veneers, porcelain crowns, aligners, teeth whitening, soft-tissue grafts, crown lengthening, and dental bonding to create brilliant smiles. If you are not happy with your smile, call us at 408-255-4500 today to schedule a smile design consultation.
With a Smile Makeover, There is Never Buyer’s Remorse
The vast majority of cosmetic dental smile makeover patients have absolutely no regrets about their investment in a stunning smile. There is no physical feature as eye-catching as an attractive smile. When your smile is remarkable, you smile all the time!
We are Passionate About Changing Lives
We are dedicated to changing lives, one beautiful smile at a time. Our patients who have transformed their smiles with cosmetic dentistry report feeling more confident at work and in social situations.
It’s Never Too Late to Improve Your Dental Health
We are thrilled when our patients step up their oral hygiene to reverse gum disease or have had us remedy tooth decay. They say renewed efforts to overcome dental issues improve their outlook on life and give them motivation to keep their smile healthy.
If you need a reason to smile, then think about a smile makeover from one of the top dentists in California. See for more information and photos. We look forward to making your smile the best it can be!
Though they are not as well known as traditional dental implants, mini implants are being used successfully in the Cupertino area 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. Denture wearers benefit dramatically from these slip-free dental implants that are inserted securely in the jaw bone.
In some cases, a patient is unable to receive standard full-size dental implants due to insufficient bone thickness. There are also mini implant patients who are not able to withstand dental implant surgery due to health issues. These patients are often excellent candidates for the mini version.
The placement of toothpick-size mini dental implants can sometimes be done in one dental visit. The placement usually requires no incisions or stitches. Recovery time, if required, is typically very short. Most patients are able to eat dinner that evening.
Life gets busy. Sometimes it seems impossible to keep up with everything you “gotta do”. At Floor Dental Group, we understand that. But we encourage you to think twice before you cancel or postpone a dental checkup because you think it’s less important than the other twenty things on your to-do list.
Twice-yearly dental exams are indispensable for keeping your smile in optimal shape!
“But my teeth feel fine.”
We’ve heard this excuse. The fact is that no news isn’t necessarily good news. Dental dilemmas can be progressing without you being aware of it.
1. Your Gums May Be Receding
Gum recession doesn’t happen all at once. Gum tissue can move back almost imperceptibly until teeth and bone are in jeopardy.
2. Decay May Be Lurking
When the acids in plaque start drilling into a tooth, we usually don’t feel it until it has passed through the enamel and dentin and hits the nerve. Ouch! By that time, there is a crater in the tooth. Regular cleanings remove plaque before it can do any deterioration.
3. Prevent Oral Cancer
About 50,000 people will be diagnosed with oral cancer this year.1 Doctor Floor will screen for oral cancer during your exam. As with all types of cancer, early diagnosis is essential.
After your entire mouth has been examined, doctor Floor will detail what is required moving forward. Whether that’s flossing more often or discussing major fixes such as braces, we will make certain that you get all the information you need to ensure your smile is bright and beautiful! Scheduling twice-yearly exams with Ted Floor at Floor Dental Group will ensure you avoid severe dental problems.
With porcelain veneers, you can enhance your smile without significant restorative dental work.
Dental Veneers Transform Your Teeth
Porcelain veneers are glass-like, wafer-thin covers that are attached to the front of your teeth. Porcelain has been used in dentistry for many years because no other restorative material is such an excellent match for natural tooth enamel. Porcelain is translucent and can be matched to the color of any tooth. It is stronger than enamel and resists stains.
Cosmetic Dental Masterpieces
Dental ceramists who create porcelain veneers are both artists and technicians. They create spectacular paper-thin wafers that adhere to teeth, correcting chips and stains. Porcelain veneers can also straighten crooked teeth for patients who don’t need orthodontic work.
Veneers Are Less Invasive Than Complete Dental Crowns
Patients who receive porcelain veneers appreciate the less-invasive process of upgrading their smile. Newer techniques require no removal of healthy tooth enamel.
We would be happy to show you what veneers can do for your smile.
Floor Dental Group is located at 10055 N Portal Ave #100 in Cupertino. We provide skilled dental care for patients in the greater San Jose area. Our phone number is 408-255-4500. You can visit us here. For information about our practice and our comfortable team.
The oral bacteria in question is Porphyromonas gingivalis (P. gingivalis for short). The “gingivalis” in its name gives you a clue to what type of bacteria it is. As you may have imagined, P. gingivalis is the bacteria that causes gingivitis and the more advanced form of gum disease called periodontitis.
Your Mouth Produces Natural Viral Protection
Interferon lambdas are a family of proteins created by cells in the mouth. These proteins safeguard us from all types of bacterial and viral infections in addition to the coronavirus. The danger of P. gingivalis is that it makes Interferon lambdas less effective at protecting us.
This is how one of the researchers explained it:
“Our studies identified certain pathogenic bacterial species, P. gingivalis, which cause periodontal disease, can completely suppress interferon production and severely enhance susceptibility to viral infection. These resident oral plaque bacteria play a key role in regulating antiviral responses.” Juhi Bagaitkar, assistant professor, University of Louisville Department of Oral Immunology and Infectious Disease.
Oral Health and Physical Health Go Hand in Hand
As if you needed one more reason to prevent gum disease! Not only does gum disease put you tooth loss, it makes you more susceptible to the potential problems of viruses. To recap: if you protect against gum disease, you protect your mouth from P. gingivalis. This lets you benefit from Interferon lambdas and the virus protection they provide.
Let’s explore basic oral hygiene practices that can prevent periodontitis and keep your smile healthy:
Brush at least twice daily using the correct brushing techniques
Use a fluoride toothpaste
Floss daily using the correct flossing technique
Get a professional dental cleaning twice a year
Schedule twice-yearly dental exams
Take care of dental issues in their early stages so they don’t progress
Has it been a while since you’ve had a dental exam and cleaning? Call today to schedule a visit. We are located in Cupertino and serve the San Jose area. Our friendly team of dental professionals is here for you and your family.
This is an essential decision. A dental implant is permanent. It involves oral surgery. It requires a significant financial investment. Making a bad choice of provider can lower your chances for success.
Here are the important factors to consider:
Experience
How many years has the dentist been performing implants?
How many tooth implants has he/she done?
How many years has the dentist been practicing dentistry?
Patient Reviews
Online reviews are a great resource. Former patients not only give a star rating, some of them share details about their experience. Check out the reviews for any dentist you are contemplating. Visit multiple online platforms.
Office Atmosphere
A modern dental practice with the latest technology helps ensure a successful outcome. When you visit the office, ask about their patient amenities. Observe the cleanliness of the office and the friendliness of the team.
What About Price?
You may wonder why we didn’t list price as one of the considerations. This was intentional. Choosing an implant dentist by price alone is a bad idea. In the San Jose area, most implant dentists’ prices are comparable. If you find a provider that has slashed the price for implants, be wary. Find out exactly what is covered. A dental implant consists of a post, abutment and crown (or denture). Some implant-only clinics advertise the price for the post alone. This is misleading.
How much does a tooth implant cost at Floor Dental Group? Call 408-255-4500 to schedule a consultation. We can take a look at your specific implant needs and discuss financing options.
At Floor Dental Group in Cupertino CA, we don’t like providing the reality check; especially around the holidays. Everyone wants to think positively and enjoy their time, and that’s well and good. But we would be an ineffective dental team if we didn’t remind you to take extra care of your teeth this holiday season.
With dinners and parties just around the corner – or in the rearview – you’re bound to be facing some sticky or brittle food debris that is threatening to lodge itself in your gum-line. If this happens, and you don’t clean it off with proper brushing and flossing, you might be facing greater problems come January and February.
In the first few hours, the bacteria from this food will coat your teeth. However, this plaque is removable until it turns into tartar. Once it’s attached to your teeth, only a professional cleaning will be able to remove it.
If it’s not removed, it can contribute to conditions like gum disease, inflammation, and even tooth loss. Floor Dental Group in Cupertino CA wants all our patients to avoid these and enjoy many holiday seasons for years to come. We offer general and preventative dentistry, and serve satisfied patients in Saratoga, Campbell, and Sunnyvale. Contact us today!
There are many different types of mouthwash on the market. Some tout germ-killing abilities, others emphasize fluoride content, and some claim to whiten teeth while freshening the breath. These are all great benefits, but at Floor Dental Group in Cupertino CA we ask: will they meet your oral care needs?
Many people wonder if mouthwash should be part of their dental routine. Brushing and flossing have the greatest impact on dental health, so is mouthwash necessary?
As long as you follow the instructions on the bottle, mouthwash may slightly benefit dental health. Rinsing with a mouthwash with fluoride can’t hurt your teeth, but allowing a bit of diluted toothpaste to stay on tooth surfaces after brushing probably has the same effect.
People coping with bad breath often believe that mouthwash can solve the issue. Actually, mouthwash that contain alcohol can make it worse because by causing dry mouth. Mouthwash without alcohol – fluoride rinses – are usually better for freshening breath.
Bottom line? Never substitute mouthwash for proper brushing and flossing. If you use mouthwash, choose one with fluoride and no alcohol. At Floor Dental Group in Cupertino CA, we offer general dentistry. People throughout Saratoga, Campbell, and Sunnyvale trust us with their teeth! Contact us today!
Everyone wants nice, pearly white teeth. It makes sense, then, to brush our teeth more often to get them ñ right? Well, no. As we explain in this post from Floor Dental Group in Cupertino CA, brushing too aggressively can result in receding gums.
Gum recession is when your gum line exposes more of your teeth, or in severe cases, your tooth root. It creates a pocket of space between your teeth and gum line.† Decay-causing bacteria can grow and fester in that pocket. This leads to serious issues down the line. Even tooth loss.
Longer or Harder?
A common misconception is the idea that if you want to lighten your teeth, you should scrub them really hard. The best way to get white teeth is to brush longer, not harder. The key, though, is to use a very light touch. Gently brush your teeth until they’re squeaky clean. Run your tongue over them. Doesn’t that feel great?
Why?
When you brush your teeth too quickly, you may not remove all the food particles. You don’t want this debris turning into plaque. If you truly want whiter teeth, brush in a slow, circular motion for about five minutes. Methodically go over each tooth surface.
Use a whitening toothpaste with fluoride. That way, you get all the recent gunk off and your teeth get a little bit whiter each time you brush. The fluoride helps your enamel re-harden.
Let’s Review
Brushing too aggressively can lead to gum recession. Gum recession can – and most likely will – cause a space to form between your teeth and gum line. This pocket collects bacteria. Bacteria causes cavities. Plus, if the gums continue to recede, the tooth can become loose. The best approach is to brush longer, and with a light gentle touch. Don’t forget to floss!
If you’re gums have already begun to recede, don’t despair! It’s a treatable condition. At Floor Dental Group in Cupertino CA, we offer a full range of general and restorative dentistry procedures, and specialties like dental implants. We serve satisfied patients in Saratoga, Campbell, and Sunnyvale. Contact us today!
Will your California dental insurance cover cosmetic dental procedures? Many people assume their dental insurance won’t cover any procedures obtained solely for cosmetic purposes. This is probably true for tooth bleaching or dental bonding. However, many California dental insurance plans and supplemental plans cover orthodontia and any treatment required to repair damage from an injury. Medical insurance and worker’s compensation plans may also cover injury treatment.
