Hello, I’m Robert McCulla of Turlock Dental Care, a reputable dental practice in Turlock, California. The trustworthy team at Turlock Dental Care would love to help you with any of your dental needs: Immediate remedies for any pressing dental issues A gentle, friendly dentist Experienced care for patients with chronic health conditions such as cancer or diabetes A cosmetic dentist who seeks ongoing training on the latest procedures and materials An inviting dental office with amenities that make your visit comfortable and pleasant A dental practice in Turlock that focuses on preventative care ..read more

Have you ever taken an unanticipated trip to the supermarket looking completely unkempt in a rush to purchase an emergency item–say cough medicine or a must-have poster board for your child’s school assignment? On such an occasion you will inevitably bump into someone you know. How do you feel in your baggy sweatpants and stained T-shirt? Or worse yet, pajamas. At Turlock Dental Care, our goal is to make sure your smile sends a great message. Our Appearance Influences How We Feel Our outward appearance impacts the way we feel inside. In professional situations, don’t you feel more self-confid ..read more

Hello San Jose area dental blog visitors, welcome to the Turlock Dental Care blog. I am Doctor Robert McCulla of Turlock Dental Care in Turlock. A close friend of mine recently expressed fears about her upcoming root canal. She was anxious about the pain she might experience and worried about getting work off for the multiple office visits to complete the procedure. I assured her that painful root canal procedures are a thing of the past with modern dentistry. With the latest technology and anesthetics, a root canal (endodontic treatment) is no more painful than receiving a filling. Most root ..read more

Cracked teeth can be painful, unattractive, and expensive to repair. Today’s post in the Turlock Dental Care dental blog contains an easy-to-follow list of tips to keep your teeth whole and strong. 1. Don’t chew on hard substances. Mind-blowing, right? People should steer clear of ice, hard candies, hard nuts, popcorn, and beef jerky. Watch out for stone fruits—that peach may be soft but if you bite hard into the stone, you could damage a tooth. 2. It is vital to protect your teeth while engaging in any physical activity where your mouth can be hit. If you enjoy pick-up basketball games, indo ..read more

Most dental patients know that cosmetic, restorative, and orthodontic dentistry procedures improve your teeth. There are treatments to reshape teeth, straighten teeth, repair damaged teeth, whiten teeth, and replace missing teeth. But what about your gums? Do you understand how much gum shape adds or detracts from the appearance of your smile? At Turlock Dental Care, our dental treatments can have major positive impacts on your gums. You Can Contour Your Gums The shape and size of your gumline can make your teeth appear too large too small or otherwise out of proportion. Gum contouring can re ..read more

Visiting Turlock Dental Care in Turlock for twice-yearly dental checkups and cleanings can seem inconvenient and unnecessary at times. But you may benefit in ways you never imagined. A recent study showed that individuals who had their teeth professionally cleaned at least once every two years were 24 percent less likely to have a heart attack, compared to those who skipped appointments. While the study could simply indicate that people who vigilantly schedule regular dental cleanings also adhere to healthy habits like exercising and eating right, there is extra evidence of a relationship b ..read more

Doctor Robert McCulla considers many factors when designing a smile for any smile makeover patient. One of the smile design elements involved at Turlock Dental Care is the facial midline. The proficient cosmetic dentist considers the length and angle of the facial midline to accurately position porcelain crowns, veneers, and dental implants. When front teeth restorations do not line up with the facial midline, it is called a canted midline. This is a common mistake found in the cosmetic work of inexperienced cosmetic dentists. Many men and women do not realize the level of 3-D engineering requ ..read more

At Turlock Dental Care, we make a conscious effort to help our patients feel comfortable. Though our chairs are cushy as can be, we are not only talking about physical comfort here. We are talking about emotional comfort. In other words, peace of mind. Here are four ways we are passionate about your peace of mind at Turlock Dental Care in Turlock: 1. We don’t judge you. Doctor Robert McCulla has devoted a professional career to promoting oral health and creating beautiful smiles. The considerate dental team at Turlock Dental Care is here to help you, regardless of the state of your teeth. We ..read more

One of the improvements in cosmetic dentistry is prepless veneers. Though thousands of smile restoration patients who have received traditional veneers are happy with the results, some of our dental patients at Turlock Dental Care have delayed this procedure because they do not want to lose healthy tooth structure. Veneers Have Advanced Prepless veneers are a more conservative procedure for transforming smiles. New prepless veneers at Turlock Dental Care are extremely thin shells that adhere to the face of teeth and depend on no removal of tooth enamel. Most prepress veneers are about the thi ..read more

Mother Theresa once said, “Peace begins with a smile.” Perhaps that peace should start with the person who is smiling. How do you feel about your smile? Are you at peace with it? Are you proud to flash a wide, happy grin? Do you believe it is beautiful? Does it express your best self? Turlock Dental Care is happy to talk to you about your smile. Bright eyes and bright smiles are best served clear and clean. Regular checkups with your local dental provider can prevent runaway decay and costly corrections. Stay at peace with your smile by scheduling regular dental visits to avoid any future ora ..read more