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Did you know that American adults have an average of three dental fillings, and one in four has 11 or more? Fillings are an effective way to halt tooth decay and restore the shape and function of a tooth after decay. But many patients are not thrilled about the appearance of silver amalgam fillings in […]

A few decades ago, patients who suffered from tooth loss had limited options for replacing missing teeth with natural-looking yet functional solutions. Fortunately, dental technologies and materials have come a long way in recent years, and patients now have more effective options for restoring the function and appearance of their smile. At Shadowridge Dental Group, dental implants are […]

Your smile is one of the first things people notice about you. If you feel like yours might not be sending others the right message due to aesthetic imperfections, the team at Shadowridge Dental Group in San Marcos, California, is here to help! We offer a variety of customized cosmetic dental treatments, including porcelain veneers. Read on to […]

Losing a tooth can be painful and frustrating. However, you can take comfort knowing you can replace your missing tooth with something that looks and performs like your original teeth. Does anything like that exist? Yes, dental implant-based restorations from Shadowridge Dental Group in San Marcos, California, can complete your smile and improve your oral […]

Ever tried DIY teeth bleaching products, and it never worked? We don’t blame you. With all the hype of teeth whitening products on social media and local drug stores, it’s easy to be sucked up in their trap, only to realize they don’t work as advertised. Now that you have learned your lesson, it’s time […]

If you are not happy with the appearance of your smile, there is something you can do about it. The Shadowridge Dental Group, serving patients in the San Marcos, California area, can transform your “less than perfect” smile into something you will be proud to show off. Using natural-looking porcelain veneers they can disguise color […]

Crowns are among the most common types of dental restorations for an excellent reason. They are very versatile and can be a solution for various oral health issues, restoring not just the health and function of your tooth but also its natural appearance. The team of professionals at Shadowridge Dental Group provides fantastic services to […]

Like millions of people, you probably always wished you had one of those straight, beautiful, gleaming white smiles we see on famous Hollywood actors. However, the thought of spending years in awkward conventional orthodontics with those clunky metal or ceramic braces always kept you from seeking dental assistance. If that’s the case, we at Shadowridge […]

So, you are at Shadowridge Dental Group for your bi-annual dental appointment, and our team informs you that you have a cavity. If you have never had a cavity before, this may be a confusing time, but we can assure you there is nothing to worry about. You should be thankful we caught the cavity early […]

If you have tooth damage or don’t like the shape or shade of your tooth, a dental crown is an excellent solution to improve the function and appearance of your smile. Dental crowns, casually called “caps,” improve your teeth’s size, shape, and health for a more appealing smile by encasing the visible part of your […]

Your gums may signal that something is wrong if they bleed when brushing or flossing teeth. If you don’t heed the warning, the disease can spread beneath your gums and to the tooth-supporting structures, causing irreversible damage. While gum disease is severe, it can be easily stopped if you seek early intervention. So, if you […]

If you lost one tooth a while ago, you might not have immediately realized how it impacts your oral functionality. But with time, you have started noticing how that tiny gap affects how you chew, bite, and even speak. That’s not all. The teeth adjacent to the gap have started shifting into the edentulous area, […]