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5 . What causes tooth decay?
Tooth decay is caused by plaque in your mouth reacting with sugary and starchy deposits from food. This reaction produces acid which damages the enamel over time and weakens the tooth.

6 . What can be done for ulcers or canker sores in the mouth?
Ulcers are very difficult to treat. There is no proven technique that will eliminate ulcers or speed the recovery time once they appear. There are a few medications that will give temporary relief from the pain, but they need to be started as soon as symptoms appear. Ulcers will generally diminish and disappear in 7-10 days.

7 . How can I stop grinding my teeth at night?
Grinding your teeth can be very damaging to the teeth and also difficult to stop. If vigorous grinding occurs at night, teeth can be worn down to the gumline because the instinctive reflex to stop does not work while you are sleeping. Grinding due to stress can only be cured by removing the stress trigger. If grinding continues, a nightguard may be prescribed to prevent ultimate damage to the teeth.

8 . Are there any alternatives to dentures?
Dentures are no longer the only way to restore a mouth that has little or no non-restorable teeth. Strategically placed support, or implants, can now be used to support permanently cemented bridges, eliminating the need for a denture. The cost tends to be greater, but the implants and bridges more closely resemble the "feel" of real teeth. Dental implants are becoming the alternative of choice to dentures, but not everyone is a candidate for implants. Call your dentist for advice.

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Mission Dental Arts
26302 La Paz Road, Suite 109
Mission Viejo, CA 92691
(949) 472-4300

We want you to have a perfect smile so we now offer ORTHODONTICS and INVISALIGN. Please call our office to receive a free consultation.

News & Events
Dr. Almajano will be attending a seminar on the following dates:

• May 24 to 26, 2010 at Spears Institute in Arizona to attend Restoration Design Course. This seminar will talk about new techniques in Restorations and Aesthetic Dentistry.

• June 3 to 5, 2010 at Spears Institute in Arizona for Faculty Club Seminar.
Special Offers
Free Teeth Whitening:
* A $350 value of teeth whitening kit all for free when you do your routine cleaning, x-rays and dental examination with us.

Free Sports Mouthguard:
* For kids and teens with completed new patient exam and cleaning. Offer ends soon.

New Patient Promo:
* This includes Regular Cleaning ( does not cover periodontal disease, Comprehensive Dental examination, TMJ examination, Oral Cancer Screening and Full Mouth X-ray all for only $170 ( reg. $300)

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