Crowns vs. Veneers: Which is Right for You?
When it comes to enhancing your smile, dental crowns and veneers are two popular options. Both treatments can significantly improve the appearance and function of your teeth, but understanding their differences is crucial in making the right choice for your dental needs. At Sunset Dental Group in Santa Ana, CA, Drs. Amanda and Jerry Kronquist […]
Continue Reading...Understanding Root Canal Treatment
Dealing with tooth pain or infection can be a daunting experience, often leading to the consideration of root canal treatment. At Sunset Dental Group in Santa Ana, CA, Drs. Amanda and Jerry Kronquist are dedicated to providing comprehensive dental care, including expert root canal therapy. This guide aims to demystify the root canal procedure, highlighting […]
Continue Reading...The Advantages of Dental Implants for Tooth Replacement
Tooth loss can significantly impact your quality of life, affecting everything from your ability to chew and speak to your overall confidence. Fortunately, dental implants provide a reliable and effective solution. At Sunset Dental Group in Santa Ana, CA, Drs. Amanda and Jerry Kronquist specialize in dental implants, offering patients a transformative option for tooth […]
Continue Reading...Navigating Oral Care During Orthodontic Treatment: Expert Tips from Sunset Dental Group
Orthodontic treatment is a pivotal journey towards achieving a healthy, well-aligned smile. However, it brings unique challenges to daily oral care. At Sunset Dental Group in Santa Ana, CA, Drs. Amanda and Jerry Kronquist emphasize the importance of meticulous oral hygiene during orthodontic treatment. This detailed guide will provide you with essential strategies to maintain […]
Continue Reading...Essential Oral Hygiene Tips for the Traveling Lifestyle: Advice from Sunset Dental Group
Whether for business or pleasure, traveling can often disrupt our daily routines, including our oral hygiene practices. Maintaining dental health on the move is crucial, and at Sunset Dental Group in Santa Ana, CA, Drs. Amanda and Jerry Kronquist emphasize the importance of consistent oral care, even while traveling. This comprehensive guide provides valuable tips […]
Continue Reading...Maximizing Oral Health with Mouthwash: Insights from Sunset Dental Group
In the comprehensive world of dental hygiene, mouthwash is a key player, yet often its full potential is underutilized. At Sunset Dental Group in Santa Ana, CA, Drs. Amanda and Jerry Kronquist focus on educating patients about the multifaceted role of mouthwash in oral health. This detailed exploration aims to enhance your understanding of mouthwash, […]
Continue Reading...Selecting the Right Oral Care Tools: Expert Guidance from Sunset Dental Group
Maintaining optimal oral health involves more than just regular dental visits; it requires the right tools at home. At Sunset Dental Group in Santa Ana, CA, Drs. Amanda and Jerry Kronquist understand the importance of using appropriate oral care tools and are committed to guiding their patients in making informed choices. This detailed guide offers […]
Continue Reading...Enhancing Oral Health with Tongue Cleaning: Insights from Sunset Dental Group
Oral hygiene is a cornerstone of overall health, and while most of us are diligent about brushing and flossing, the importance of tongue cleaning is often overlooked. At Sunset Dental Group in Santa Ana, CA, Drs. Amanda and Jerry Kronquist advocate for a holistic approach to oral care, emphasizing the significant benefits that tongue cleaning […]
Continue Reading...Mastering the Art of Brushing: A Complete Guide by Sunset Dental Group
In the realm of dental health, brushing your teeth stands as a fundamental yet often underrated practice. At Sunset Dental Group in Santa Ana, CA, Drs. Amanda and Jerry Kronquist emphasize educating patients about the intricacies of proper brushing techniques. This comprehensive guide aims to deepen your understanding of effective tooth brushing, ensuring your oral […]
Continue Reading...The Connection Between Thyroid Problems and Oral Health
Let’s discuss something not often discussed in our daily health conversations: the unassuming yet crucial link between our thyroid and oral health. It’s more than the butterfly-shaped gland sitting in our neck, dutifully releasing hormones; it’s an essential part of our health, affecting our metabolism, energy, and even our mouths. However, we seldom hear about […]
Continue Reading...Oral Health Tips for Seniors and Caregivers
Aging is more than just a number; it’s about caring for your physical well-being for years, including oral health. At Sunset Dental Group, led by Dr. Amanda Rae Kronquist and Dr. Zakary Adam Kronquist, we understand the unique dental needs of seniors and the crucial role caregivers play in ensuring their well-being. In this article, […]
Continue Reading...What is Dentinogenesis Imperfecta?
Maintaining your oral health can be challenging for some, but it can pose many risks for those who experience co-existing problems with their oral health. Dentinogenesis Imperfecta is a genetic disorder that affects approximately 1 in 7000 people annually and causes many oral health complications. Dentists and patients need to become more aware of how […]
Continue Reading...How Oral Lichen Planus Is Identified And Treated
At Sunset Dental Group, we often hear about common oral health concerns such as tooth decay and gum disease. However, there are other oral health conditions that can affect us throughout our lives. One such condition is oral lichen planus, often associated with autoimmune conditions such as Type I Diabetes. While this condition doesn’t have […]
Continue Reading...Can You Get Dentistry Done While Pregnant?
Pregnancy can be a transformative time filled with excitement, anticipation, and drastic changes to your health. Maintaining good oral health during pregnancy can be challenging due to the unexpected changes the body goes through. At Sunset Dental Group, we’re here to help pregnant, soon-to-be mothers receive the dental care they need. In this article, we’ll […]
Continue Reading...The Hidden Dangers of the Sparkling Water Trend
Sparkling water has become a refreshing, popular, low-calorie alternative to sugary beverages and has gained a huge, dedicated following for those who want to enjoy bubbly, flavored drinks. However, we want to shed light on the hidden dangers of sparkling water because while it may seem harmless, prolonged and excessive consumption of sparkling water can […]
Continue Reading...Why Does My Jaw Keep Locking? | The Truth Behind Lockjaw
Did you know your jaw can exert up to 275 lbs of force in a single bite? Your mouth is mighty and strong, and it’s one of the most essential parts of your body that helps you eat and speak. But if you’re experiencing signs of lockjaw, then you may have TMD. In today’s blog, […]
Continue Reading...Oral Surgery For Trigeminal Neuralgia And Orofacial Pain
Having orofacial pain is more common than most people realize. Often, many people go through orofacial pain every day without treatment, and some go through the trials of trigeminal neuralgia, an orofacial condition that’s considered one of the most painful conditions today. Oral surgeons often work to help treat patients facing orofacial pain through various […]
Continue Reading...What You Should Do When Recovering From Oral Surgery
For many individuals, oral surgery is an outpatient procedure in their dentist’s office. You can drive home after the surgery if you’re not given heavy painkillers. Despite some oral surgeries not requiring hospitalization, you still have to adhere to a recovery schedule. Following your surgeon’s instructions to the letter is vital for recovery. What to […]
Continue Reading...Direct vs. Indirect Restorations: What’s the Difference?
For dentists, performing restorations are considered the best way to care for people’s teeth. If you’ve been looking into restorations, you may have come across terms such as direct and indirect restorations. While these terms may sound confusing initially, these two restorations are essential for caring for your teeth in various ways. We’re here to […]
Continue Reading...Finding Pain Relief After Getting Your First Set of Braces
If you’ve just received your dental appliance recently, you may be experiencing some discomfort. Once your dentist has installed your appliance, you might experience a sore and tender sensation in the gums. While typically common in patients who’ve just received new braces, these signs of discomfort should pass within a few weeks. To address the […]
Continue Reading...Why More Men Are Receiving Cosmetic Dental Treatment
Men are starting to turn to cosmetic treatments because many aspects of how we view our health are changing for the better. Today, there are more men out in the world caring about their appearance than there were over 30 years ago, and it’s due to the broader acceptance of professions such as cosmetic dentistry […]
Continue Reading...What is The Orthodontic Anchorage Technique?
Dentists attempting to care for their patients tend to have many techniques. As one of the most magical things about dentistry, learning techniques on how to approach oral health is one of the key components of providing good oral care for everyone. One technique that’s commonly used in orthodontic clinics is the anchorage technique. Tooth […]
Continue Reading...What Does A Conservative Approach Mean in General Dentistry?
For some patients, getting dental treatments can be terrifying, especially if they suffer from dental anxiety. Dental problems are always troublesome, but those who tend to suffer from dental phobias often have difficulty trusting their dentists for the care they need. To combat this issue, some dentists have begun working with other forms of dentistry […]
Continue Reading...Have Post-Orthodontic White Spots? Here’s How It Can be Treated
As more people are caring about their dental health, many people have started going through the years required to finish their orthodontic treatment, hoping to receive straightened smiles in the end. But for those who just got the braces off, some may have signs of white spot lesions. White spot lesions can appear as thin, […]
Continue Reading...The Top Aesthetic and Restorative Products Used By Dentists
Dentists thrive on three things: their techniques, tools, and materials. Through these things, many dentists can produce treatments that improve the outcome of your care; for cosmetic and restorative dentists especially, the materials used during treatments matter, sometimes even more. Even the most skilled dentists cannot produce the right results if they don’t have the […]
Continue Reading...What Does A Conservative Approach Mean in General Dentistry?
Many dentists have to rely on their judgment and experience when treating their patients, and in many cases, excessive tooth removal is an extensive problem within the dental industry that often results in wasted time and money and can even cause further problems down the road. One of the biggest issues tackling the dental industry […]
Continue Reading...How Scanning and Virtual Planning Can Improve Aesthetic Outcomes
Innovations in dental imaging technology have led to changes in how oral health care is delivered in recent years. Using new techniques, cosmetic dental care is more accessible than ever before. Trying to determine the outcome of cosmetic treatments has always been something of a guessing game. The patient tries to describe what they want […]
Continue Reading...How Dentists Can Spot Signs of Abuse
It’s unfortunate that medical practitioners encounter signs of child abuse in every industry. Any time a child is permitted to experience mental, physical, or emotional harm, Child abuse has occurred. Physical and sexual abuse is encountered, as is neglect. In most child abuse cases, it’s common for injuries to the neck, face, and head to […]
Continue Reading...The Brief History of Local Anesthesia and Controlling Dental Pain
In practically every dental office, you’ll often find that for controlling any source of dental pain, your dentist will use some anesthesia before a procedure. Anesthetics are substances that control pain, and today’s anesthetics can provide faster pain relief before and during treatment. Anesthesia has advanced over the last few centuries, and its history has […]
Continue Reading...How Smile Dysmorphia and Selfie Culture Creates New Aesthetics Demands
With the influences of social media, our self-image has become integrated into every part of our lives. The internet has brought on daily realities when we check social media platforms like Twitter, Instagram, and Tiktok. Although social media has brought us the ability to connect with one another easily, many people often report how unaccomplished […]
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