When adult teeth have gone missing, the aesthetic effects can be dramatic. However, as much as patients tend to focus on the cosmetic consequences of tooth loss, the effects on oral health and function can be even worse. When a single tooth or a small group of teeth has been lost, a dental bridge is…

Many people think that bad breath is merely an inconvenience and something that’s socially unacceptable. While both of those hold true, bad breath can actually be a major warning sign of a serious dental health issue or general health issue. The team at Gallegos Family Dentistry would like to take a moment right now to…

“You have a cavity.” These are the words all patients dread hearing at routine dental check-ups. However, the reality is that most patients have, or will, hear these words at one point or another. But even though most patients have experienced a dental cavity at some point, most don’t understand how they form. At Dr….

There are plenty of options available to you if you would like to enhance the overall appearance of your smile. Many cosmetic treatments can be combined as you need them in order to perform a smile makeover. A cosmetic dentist can craft a custom smile makeover just for you, addressing all aesthetic flaws that you may be…

You may have noticed that your teeth all look different, but not many people know why. In a human mouth there are four types of teeth, all with a different function:  • Incisors are the teeth babies usually get first, and they include the top four and bottom four center teeth in your mouth. These teeth are…

In recent news researchers have found a link between the bacteria that cause gum disease and those that cause cancer.  The researchers found the following. Fatty acids from bacteria present in gum disease may cause Kaposi’s sarcoma (KS)-related lesions and tumors in the mouth. The information comes from a study by Case Western Reserve University. The researchers analyzed how byproducts…

Playing in the snow, bundling up in your favorite sweater, and drinking hot cocoa are all fun in the winter, but cold weather can be brutal on your body. It can dry out skin, make lips chapped, even make your teeth hurt!  Here are some tips for avoiding tooth pain this winter so you and your family can…

When you come into Gallegos Family Dentistry you can expect quality comprehensive dental care at an affordable price.  Dr. Gallegos is pleased to announce that he is offering discounted complete and partial dentures, porcelain crowns, and root canals for anyone in need of a little extra help saving those pearly whites. If you’ve been to the dentist recently leaving…