Blanco Circle Dental Care Blog
The Benefits of Sedation Dentistry
March 18, 2014
For people who have a fear about going to the dentist, getting routine dental work done can be quite a battle. Because dental fears are some of the most common fears people live with, Dr. Gary Klugman and Dr. Christina Bianco are able to calm their patients’ woes by offering sedation dentistry. There are many benefits to sedation dentistry, and we want to remind you of them in case you feel as though you would be able to benefit.
One of the benefits to sedation dentistry is the fact that it helps people overcome their fears. Some people’s fears of the dentist are so strong, they refuse to even get a routine cleaning. Having a mild sedative can really help people get their much needed dental work done. Another benefit is that your body is able to heal quicker and more efficiently. When your body is under high stress and anxiety, your body is not able to do even the most natural of functions as healing itself. When you are relaxed, your body is able to do what it needs to do in order for you to start feeling better quicker.
Sedation dentistry is also beneficial to those who wish to save money. When you are sedated, the dentist is able work longer and gets more work done. When you go in for multiple appointments, it can greatly increase the amount of money that you spend, as well as prolong your healing time. There are so many ways sedation dentistry can be beneficial to our patients, but if you’d like to make an appointment to see how it can help you, contact us today!
At Blanco Circle Dental Care, Dr. Gary Klugman and Dr. Christina Bianco provide quality general, cosmetic and sedation dentistry services. Our Salinas, CA dental office serves patients from Hollister, Monterey, Seaside, Prunedale, Marina, Greenfield, Gilroy, and King City. Call us today to schedule your next appointment.
Why Fluoride is Important
March 4, 2014
Though many people may not know this, fluoride is a key mineral in keeping your teeth nice and strong. Especially important in children’s dentistry, fluoride treatments can begin a healthy foundation for your smile to thrive and take life’s knocks. In case you have forgotten, or do not know, about the many benefits fluoride can give, let us inform you!
One of the benefits to fluoride is the fact that it naturally makes your teeth resistant to cavities. The mineral acts as a shield, not allowing harmful bacteria to ruin your smile. Fluoride also strengthens teeth, making them resilient to the end! Fluoride treatments are common practice in children’s dentistry, as studies show that children who receive them are 40% less likely to get cavities.
Another great way to get fluoride is through tap water, as well as certain toothpastes and mouthwashes. Fluoride is also beneficial to those who suffer from constant dry mouth, people with crowns and bridges, people with braces, gum disease, and those who have a history of having continual cavities. Everyone young and old and benefit from fluoride, and we encourage you to find a source! If you have any questions about fluoride treatments, call our office and we will be happy to help!
At Blanco Circle Dental Care, Dr. Gary Klugman and Dr. Christina Bianco provide quality general, cosmetic and sedation dentistry services. Our Salinas, CA dental office serves patients from Hollister, Monterey, Seaside, Prunedale, Marina, Greenfield, Gilroy, and King City. Call us today to schedule your next appointment.
Embrace A Straighter Smile with ClearCorrect!
February 17, 2014
Many consider a smile is a first impression, and people strive to make sure they give the best first impression possible. If you have gapped or misaligned teeth, you may find it difficult to have confidence in your smile. You may have considered braces, but many people associate braces with having a mouth full of metal, possibly causing embarrassment. Luckily, many advances have been made in the world of orthodontics, and Blanco Circle Dental Care is able to offer ClearCorrect Braces to our patients!
Unlike traditional braces, ClearCorrect are invisible braces, giving you the ability to straighten your smile as inconspicuously as possible. The way ClearCorrect works is through a serious of clear aligners, made just for you! You wear each aligner for two weeks at a time, and then simply switch to the next phase of aligners when the time is up. At the end, you have a beautiful, straight smile that you can flaunt!
There are many benefits to ClearCorrect Braces, one of them being they offer better oral health while straightening your smile. Whenever you need to eat, drink, brush, or floss, simply remove the aligner, do what you need to do, then reapply when you are done! Also, ClearCorrect eliminates the pain associated with traditional braces, as well as mouth abrasions caused by the wires and brackets. If you are curious about ClearCorrect and how it can help you change your smile for the better, call our office and make an appointment!
At Blanco Circle Dental Care, Dr. Gary Klugman and Dr. Christina Bianco provide quality general, cosmetic and sedation dentistry services. Our Salinas, CA dental office serves patients from Hollister, Monterey, Seaside, Prunedale, Marina, Greenfield, Gilroy, and King City. Call us today to schedule your next appointment.
Restore Your Smile with Dental Implants and Dr. Klugman
February 3, 2014
If you have teeth missing from your smile, you may understand what it is like to be insecure. Having empty spaces in your smile can result in devastation for the rest of your mouth, and must be taken care of as soon as possible. Although dentures and partials can be one way to solve the issue, but a more permanent solution are dental implants. Dr. Gary Klugman is here to make sure that your smile is restored to its full brilliance with the help of dental implants and his expertise.
Dental implants are a very successful dental procedure, as they are very durable and look like your natural teeth! The process begins with a consultation with Dr. Klugman, where he can fully assess your smile in its current condition. If you are the right candidate for dental implants, the process beings with imbedding titanium implants into your jaw bone where your teeth used to be. This implant acts as a new tooth root, and will mesh with your bone. Once proper healing time has passed, the abutment is added, which is essentially a support system for the crown and the implant. When the crown is added, your look is complete, giving you the smile you have always wanted.
There are many benefits to dental implants, one of them being that they restore your confidence. When you are confident in the way you look, that confidence spreads into many aspects of your life. Another benefit is that your mouth will be in better health, giving you the ability to start fresh! If you have any questions about how Dr. Klugman can help you with your dental implants, call our office, and we will be glad to help!
At Blanco Circle Dental Care, Dr. Gary Klugman and Dr. Christina Bianco provide quality general, cosmetic and sedation dentistry services. Our Salinas, CA dental office serves patients from Hollister, Monterey, Seaside, Prunedale, Marina, Greenfield, Gilroy, and King City. Call us today to schedule your next appointment.
Tooth-Colored Fillings Can Change Your Smile!
January 22, 2014
There is no doubt people are very particular about how they want their smile to look. After all, a smile is a first impression, and you want to make the best first impression possible. At Blanco Circle Dental Care, we are here to make sure your smile looks exactly the way you want it to, which is why we offer tooth-colored fillings.
There are many reasons why people choose tooth-colored fillings. One of the more popular reasons is because tooth-colored fillings help you avoid the look of having a mouth full of metal. Many people want a more natural look when it comes to their dental work, and tooth-colored fillings are able to give you that look. The important aspect about fillings is the fact that it saves your tooth. When there is a cavity or decay, our doctors remove the decay and fill the space with your desired filling. If not treated in the proper amount of time, the problem can worsen, even leading toward bone loss.
One of the benefits of having tooth-colored fillings is that it gives you back the confidence you may have lost feeling insecure about your smile. If you aren’t proud of your smile, it can completely alter the way you interact with people and how you view yourself. There is no doubt our experience team is able to restore your confidence and bring your smile to the next level. If you’re interested in tooth-colored fillings, contact our office and will be happy to help you on your journey of dental health!
At Blanco Circle Dental Care, Dr. Gary Klugman and Dr. Christina Bianco provide quality general, cosmetic and sedation dentistry services. Our Salinas, CA dental office serves patients from Hollister, Monterey, Seaside, Prunedale, Marina, Greenfield, Gilroy, and King City. Call us today to schedule your next appointment.
Blanco Circle Can Help You with Root Canals
January 8, 2014
Regardless of what you may have heard, root canals get rid of your pain; they do not cause pain. An infected tooth not only causes an immense amount of pain, but can be more of an expensive investment down the road if nothing is done. At Blanco Circle Dental Care, we want to make sure we take care of all of your dental needs, and Dr. Klugman and Dr. Bianco is able help you along that journey!
Having a root canal done not only helps in getting rid of your pain, but it also benefits your teeth. A root canal is performed when there is an infected or decayed tooth, and the decomposition has to be removed before it gets any worse. The doctors commence your root canal by accessing the infected tooth, and removing the pulp. When the tooth is infected, it also infects the pulp of the tooth, causing it to exacerbate. Once the pulp of the tooth is removed, our doctors will fill the tooth with a tooth-colored filling, and top it with a crown to prevent any further corruption. In the end, you’re left feeling refreshed and in better oral health!
When you leave your teeth infected, not only can your mouth get worse, but it can affect you in other areas of your body. By delaying getting a root canal, the bacteria infecting your teeth can enter your blood stream, possibly causing destruction to the rest of your body. It’s better to take care of your oral issues sooner rather than later or it may get worse! If you’re wondering how Dr. Klugman or Dr. Bianco can help you by performing a root canal, contact our office and make an appointment!
At Blanco Circle Dental Care, Dr. Gary Klugman and Dr. Christina Bianco provide quality general, cosmetic and sedation dentistry services. Our Salinas, CA dental office serves patients from Hollister, Monterey, Seaside, Prunedale, Marina, Greenfield, Gilroy, and King City. Call us today to schedule your next appointment.
Sedation Dentistry with Dr. Klugman
December 23, 2013
A lot of people have different phobias and fears, each unique to the other. A common phobia is fear of the dentist, called dentophobia or odontophobia. Thankfully at Blanco Circle Dental Care, Dr. Klugman is here to calm your qualms about going to the dentist by offering sedation dentistry.
Dr. Klugman is one of only 500 dentists in the state of California certified in sedation dentistry, so you are sure to be in excellent hands. We offer oral conscious Sedation, Nitrous Oxide sedation, IM (intramuscular) and IV sedation. Oral conscious sedation involves orally taking medicine before your appointment, and gives you the relaxed feeling you need. You remain conscious during the procedure, so that you can answer any questions the doctor may have. Nitrous Oxide sedation, also known as laughing gas, is administered through a nasal mask. Dr. Klugman controls the amount of Nitrous you receive, allowing you to have a comfortable experience. As soon as the mask is removed, the effects diminish, leaving no residual drowsiness. IM or IV sedation is often used during long procedures. Being a controlled form of sedation, Dr. Klugman gives you the right amount depending on your anxiety level. Great for patients with a sensitive gag reflex or who suffer from TMJ disorder, this form of sedation allows you to keep your mouth open for long periods of time.
No matter what form of sedation is right for you, here at Blanco Circle, Dr. Klugman and the rest of the team are here to make sure your experience at the dentist is top notch.
At Blanco Circle Dental Care, Dr. Gary Klugman and Dr. Christina Bianco provide quality general, cosmetic and sedation dentistry services. Our Salinas, CA dental office serves patients from Hollister, Monterey, Seaside, Prunedale, Marina, Greenfield, Gilroy, and King City. Call us today to schedule your next appointment.
Help Your Children Have Healthy Teeth
December 9, 2013
Here at Blanco Circle Dental Care, we appreciate the importance of your child’s teeth, and Dr. Bianco is ready and able to start your child off in the right direction. We understand that children may have fears when visiting dentists, which is why our friendly and knowledgeable team is ready to welcome them with open arms.
Child dentistry is very important because it can prevent problems before they arise, and sets up your child for success in the future. A common practice in children’s dentistry is dental sealants. Because a child’s tooth is more susceptible to cavities and decay, sealants provide protection by having a plastic covering painted in the grooves of the tooth to protect from future or further harm. Sealants are primarily applied to premolars and permanent molars, as the grooves are deeper than the other teeth and more susceptible to deterioration.
Along with sealants, fluoride treatments are also involved in child dentistry. Fluoride plays a part in preventing decay, and acts as a magnet for attracting other minerals to build strong teeth like Calcium and Phosphate. Although fluoride does not prevent cavities from emerging, it can certainly delay their arrival, giving your child a better chance to have beautiful, healthy teeth. Establishing routine brushing and flossing habits early on is a sure way of having your child’s smile be as beautiful as possible, and Dr. Bianco as well as the Blanco Circle team are here to make sure your child has an awesome experience.
At Blanco Circle Dental Care, Dr. Gary Klugman and Dr. Christina Bianco provide quality general, cosmetic and sedation dentistry services. Our Salinas, CA dental office serves patients from Hollister, Monterey, Seaside, Prunedale, Marina, Greenfield, Gilroy, and King City. Call us today to schedule your next appointment.
Welcome the New Year with Porcelain Veneers
November 25, 2013
From the birds in the sky to the trees planted in the ground, everything in life ages and weathers. Unfortunately, your teeth are no exception. Over time, things like coffee, tea, and certain foods can drastically alter the look and luminosity of your smile. Luckily at Blanco Circle Dental Care, porcelain veneers are a wonderful option to bring your dull smile back to life in as little as two appointments!
With years of experience and knowledge, Dr. Bianco or Dr. Klugman are experts in cosmetic dentistry, assuring you’ll be in excellent care from beginning to end. We begin your transformation with our knowledgeable team assessing the state of your smile. We ask you questions about how you would like your end result to look, aftercare, and any other concerns you may have. Once we’ve determined if you’re a candidate, we take impressions of your mouth and send them to a lab for you custom made veneers. When your natural teeth are prepared and ready to go, we wrap a thin layer of porcelain around them, and apply dental resin cement to make the veneer permanent. In the end, you’re left with nothing but a beautiful, impeccable smile.
Some of the reasons why porcelain veneers are such a popular choice are because they are stain resistant and can last for many years. They can be used to protect an already damaged tooth, fill in gaps between, and lengthen teeth. Porcelain veneers look very natural, not making it obvious you had cosmetic work done; they can change the way you look at yourself and interact with others. A simple process with everlasting results, schedule an appointment to change your life and your smile forever!
At Blanco Circle Dental Care, Dr. Gary Klugman and Dr. Christina Bianco provide quality general, cosmetic and sedation dentistry services. Our Salinas, CA dental office serves patients from Hollister, Monterey, Seaside, Prunedale, Marina, Greenfield, Gilroy, and King City. Call us today to schedule your next appointment.
Blanco Circle Dental Care Offers Bright White Forever for Dazzling Smiles
October 8, 2013
Here at Blanco Circle Dental Care, we know that having a bright, white smile is important to many of our patients. This is why we offer a great program called Bright White Forever to help make teeth whitening more affordable for our patients.
The costs of teeth whitening treatments can add up, especially because you’ll need more than one treatment to ensure lasting results. Usually a teeth whitening treatment is $350, but if you sign up for Bright White Forever you’ll pay an $89 membership fee. In return, we’ll provide you with custom bleaching trays and a continual supply of whitening gel to maintain your dazzling smile.
In order to participate in Bright White Forever, we have two major rules. The first is that you attend regular dental hygiene visits. You must visit us at least every six months in order to keep receiving your whitening gel. Second, you must give us at least 48 hours notice if you need to cancel or reschedule an appointment. We try to help as many people as possible each day, so if you can’t make your appointment please give us the opportunity to try and fill it so we can accommodate someone else. As long as you follow these two simple rules, you can enjoy a dazzling smile courtesy of Bright White Forever.
If you’re interested in learning more about Bright White Forever or interested in enrolling, please give us a call today. This is a great way for us to reward our patients for attending their regular checkups with a discount on their teeth whitening treatments.
At Blanco Circle Dental Care, Dr. Gary Klugman and Dr. Christina Bianco provide quality general, cosmetic and sedation dentistry services. Our Salinas, CA dental office serves patients from Hollister, Monterey, Seaside, Prunedale, Marina, Greenfield, Gilroy, and King City. Call us today to schedule your next appointment.