Cleaning and Disinfecting in the Dental Office Concord Dentist David Brothers DDS • Concord, CA Cleaning and Disinfecting in the Dental Office If you visit our office during these difficult times, rest assured that your health and well-being are important to us and our team. That’s why infection control procedures are in place at our office.  Our office has newly installed air filtration systems and our team only allows one patient at a time in the office. We will text patients to come to the front door when we are ready and have disinfectants in plain view for them to use. All surfaces ..read more

Better Oral Health, Better Immune System Concord Dentist Dr. David Brothers •  Concord, CA During these times of worry regarding COVID-19, it is important to do everything you can to boost your immune system. Taking better care of your mouth will give you a better immune system. Enjoying a proper diet with essential nutrients helps to avoid diseases and chronic health conditions. A diet that is low in sugar will make it easier for your mouth to make less decay-causing plaque. Plaque is a byproduct of bacteria in your mouth and sugars in your foods and drinks. It’s also what leads to tooth de ..read more

5 Tips for Calming Your Dental Anxiety Dr. David Brothers • Concord, California Missing dental appointments due to phobias not only can prolong your dental discomfort, but it can also add to your anxiety because you may feel guilty for missing dental offices. Here are some tips and tricks that will help you relax so you can get the care you need. Talk With Your Dentist Having an open dialogue with your dentist can help you. Dentists understand that people have phobias about being at the dentist because they’ve helped other people like you.  Chill Out with Music Bring your music and headphones ..read more

Break Bad Dental Habits This Year! David Brothers DDS, Concord, CA Break Bad Dental Habits This Year! Chewing Your Nails This nervous habit can chip teeth and impact your jaw. Placing your jaw in a protruding position for long periods of time can place pressure on it, which is associated with jaw dysfunction. Solution: Stress reduction and holding something to keep your fingers busy if certain situations are triggering. Brushing Too Hard Brushing with a hard toothbrush, or brushing too hard, can damage your teeth and irritate your gums. Solution: Use a soft toothbrush with the ADA Seal of A ..read more

Dental Myths Debunked! Concord Dentist    “It doesn’t matter what time of day I brush.” Brushing at certain times of the day does have an impact on your oral health. Brushing your teeth at night prevents food particles from sitting on our teeth which contributes to tooth decay over time. Brushing teeth in the morning fights bad breath and decay. It is recommended that you brush right after consuming foods that are high in sugar and carbohydrates to prevent cavities.   “Diet sodas are okay to drink because they don’t have sugar in them.” The acid in diet soda eats away at enamel which can cau ..read more

Why You Should Visit Your Dentist This Winter Season General Dentistry Concord Whatever your December festivities look like, Concord dentist Dr. Brothers wants to make sure you keep your oral health a priority even during all the holiday hustle and bustle. This time of year is actually an ideal time to schedule one of your bi-annual dental check-ups and here are some reasons why! Winter Travel Plans If you plan on taking a winter vacation, coordinating one of your bi-annual dental visits with your trip will allow for you to voice any concerns you might have, and Dr. Brothers can look for any ..read more

Fall Foods That are Great For Your Teeth General Dentistry Tips Concord The holidays are filled with lots of laughter over shared meals with the people you love and with so much to be thankful for this time of year, your oral health should one of them! Here are some delicious fall indulgences that both your mouth and your Concord dentist Dr. Brothers will thank you for! Know Your Seasonal Fruits Fall produces some delicious seasonal fruits, like pears, persimmons and apples, to name just a few. These fruits are high in fiber, and their crispy, crunchy bite help naturally clean plaque from teet ..read more

How Your Dentist Celebrates Halloween General Dentistry Concord   Learn how Concord dentist Dr. Brothers makes the idea of a healthy Halloween less scary with these tips – and tricks! Wait Until The Last Minute Our team has no problem celebrating Halloween all month long, but the one thing Concord dentist Dr. Brothers suggests putting off the longest is buying the candy. Keeping bite size candies out of the home or office for as long as possible will mean you will have less temptation. Halloween is technically only one day a year, but if you want to celebrate sooner, do so without the sugar. T ..read more

September: National Gum Care Month! General Dentistry Concord In honor of National Gum Care Month Concord dentist Dr. Brothers wants to encourage the health of all their patients with some educational information about oral care and gum disease. Gum disease – or periodontal disease – is a long-term infection in your gums that if left undiagnosed and untreated results in loss of gum tissue, the underlying bone, and eventually loss of your teeth in the infected areas. Over 80% of Americans suffer from periodontal disease-inflicted damage to their gums, teeth, and surrounding bone by the age of 4 ..read more

Cosmetic Dental Bonding FAQ Cosmetic Dentistry Concord   If you’re self-conscious about your teeth, and are nervous about extensive dental procedures, cosmetic tooth bonding may be the perfect solution to get you the attractive, well-balanced smile you’ve always wanted. Repairing chipped teeth, small cracks, uneven spacing, and other cosmetic dental problems can be simple and affordable with cosmetic dental bonding.   Concord cosmetic dentist Dr. Brothers will add a small amount of natural-looking material to the tooth in need of repair and then finely sculpt this cosmetic bond into the ideal ..read more