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Actress Emma Stone Reveals How Thumb Sucking Affected Her Teeth
posted: Mar. 18, 2018.

It's no secret that many of Hollywood's brightest stars didn't start out with perfectly aligned, pearly-white teeth. And these days, plenty of celebs are willing to share their stories, Read more
Take Your Dentures out at Night to Extend Their Usefulness
posted: Mar. 03, 2018.

There's no doubt about it — dentures have changed your life. Now you can eat and speak normally, and smile again with confidence. But if you're going to continue Read more
Irritating Cold Sore Outbreaks can be Controlled Through Medication
posted: Feb. 16, 2018.

Although normally benign, a cold sore outbreak can be irritating and embarrassing. Understanding why they occur is the first step to minimizing outbreaks. The typical cold sore (also known as Read more
Implant-Supported Dentures - a Better Fit with Excessive Bone Loss
posted: Feb. 01, 2018.

Some patients who wear dentures face a kind of Catch-22: their denture fit may have loosened and become uncomfortable over time due to continued bone loss, yet the same Read more
Dr. Travis Stork: If Only I'd Worn A Mouthguard!
posted: Jan. 17, 2018.

If we could go back in time, we all probably have a few things we wish we could change. Recently, Dr. Travis Stork, emergency room physician and host of Read more
The Health of Your Mouth Could Affect the Rest of Your Body
posted: Jan. 02, 2018.

“No man is an island….” So wrote the poet John Donne four centuries ago. And while he meant the unity of humanity, the metaphor could equally apply to the Read more
Sleeping in Dentures: Don't Do It!
posted: Dec. 18, 2017.

Maybe you don’t like to be without teeth — ever. Or maybe you get a little forgetful sometimes. Whatever the reason, if you’re wearing your dentures to bed at Read more
Changing Antibiotic Use Today will Help Ensure Their Effectiveness Tomorrow
posted: Dec. 10, 2017.

It’s hard to imagine, but little more than a century ago today’s “minor” bacterial and viral infections were often deadly. This changed with the advent of antibiotics, drugs which Read more
How Big Bang Theory Actress Mayim Bialik Gets Her Kids to Floss
posted: Nov. 25, 2017.

How many actresses have portrayed a neuroscientist on a wildly successful TV comedy while actually holding an advanced degree in neuroscience? As far as we know, exactly one: Mayim Read more
Diabetes and Oral Health
posted: Nov. 10, 2017.

November is National Diabetes Month—a good time to look at the connection between diabetes and oral health. While it’s important for everyone to take care of their teeth and Read more
Toothbrushing Tips
posted: Oct. 26, 2017.

October is National Dental Hygiene Month. It’s a great time to talk about your first line of dental defense: your toothbrush. Are you getting the most out of your tooth-brushing Read more
Why You Shouldn't Worry About the Mercury in Your Silver Fillings
posted: Oct. 11, 2017.

Over the last century and a half millions of people have had a tooth cavity filled with “silver” amalgam. Perhaps you’re one of them. The use of this effective Read more
Vivica's Veneers: the Making of a Hollywood Smile
posted: Sep. 26, 2017.

What's an actor's most important feature? According to Vivica A. Fox, whose most recent big-screen role was in Independence Day: Resurgence, it's what you see right up front. "On screen, Read more
Keep an Eye on the Jaw Bone After a Teenager's Tooth Loss
posted: Sep. 11, 2017.

Accidents happen, especially to teenagers involved with sports or similar activities. In an instant they can lose one or more teeth and permanently alter their smile. Fortunately we can restore Read more
Expert Advice: Vivica A. Fox on Kissing and Oral health
posted: Sep. 03, 2017.

Is having good oral hygiene important to kissing? Who's better to answer that question than Vivica A. Fox? Among her other achievements, the versatile actress won the “Best Kiss” Read more
Don't Neglect Office Cleanings with Dental Implants
posted: Aug. 19, 2017.

Semi-annual office cleanings are important for keeping teeth healthy and disease-free. If you’ve replaced some of your teeth with dental implants, though, you may be thinking they don’t need Read more

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April 2022 Dental Newsletter

The Importance of Preventive Care: Maintaining Good Oral Health Preventative dental care is a significant part of overall dental health, but it's often an afterthought. Our dedicated dentist sees many patients who don’t keep up with consistent preventative oral care and then must fix the problems ...
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Invisalign®

Invisalign's® invisible, removable, and comfortable aligners will give you the beautiful straight teeth you've always wanted. And best of all, no one can tell you're wearing them. Invisalign® is great for adults and teenagers. What is Invisalign®? Invisalign® is the invisible way to straighten your ...
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Veneers

Teeth that are badly stained, shaped or crooked may be improved by a veneer placed on the surface of the affected teeth. Veneers are thin pieces of porcelain or plastic cemented over the front of your teeth to change their color or shape. Veneers are used on teeth with uneven surfaces or are chipped, ...
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Fillings

Frequently asked questions: dental fillings Are dental amalgams safe? Is it possible to have an allergic reaction to amalgam? Is it true that dental amalgams have been banned in other countries? Is there a filling material that matches tooth color? If my tooth doesn't hurt and my filling is still in ...
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Overview

Pain can occur in any number of places in your mouth: teeth, gums, roots, the palate, tongue and jaw. Cavities are a common culprit causing pain. Untreated cavities can impact nerves because of infections of the tooth and gums. Impacted and abscessed teeth and sore jaws from teeth grinding are other ...
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Your Rights and Responsibilities as a Patient

Patient Rights You have a right to choose your own dentist and schedule an appointment in a timely manner. You have a right to know the education and training of your dentist and the dental care team. You have a right to arrange to see the dentist every time you receive dental treatment, ...
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Sealants

Sealants are liquid coatings that harden on the chewing surfaces of teeth and are showing a great deal of effectiveness in preventing cavities—even on teeth where decay has begun. The pits and grooves of your teeth are prime areas for opportunistic decay. Even regular brushing sometimes misses these ...
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Medications

Some dental procedures, such as tooth extractions and oral surgery, may call for our office to prescribe medications before or after a procedure. These medications are used to prevent or fight an infection, or to relieve any post-operative discomfort and pain. For these reasons, it is extremely important ...
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Your First Dental Visit

Your first dental visit promises to be a pleasant experience. Making sound decisions about your dental care and oral health is an easy thing to do with the right preparation beforehand: Make a list of questions to ask our office, so you don't forget anything on the day of your appointment. This ...
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Toothaches

Simple toothaches can often be relieved by rinsing the mouth to clear it of debris and other matter. Sometimes, a toothache can be caused or aggravated by a piece of debris lodged between the tooth and another tooth. Avoid placing an aspirin between your tooth and gum to relieve pain, because the dissolving ...
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Testimonials

What Our Clients Say About Us

"Dr Dave Brust has been our family’s dentist for 20 years - the best dentist I’ve ever had (and I lived in LA for 10 years, which supposedly has a good selection of dental professionals). Terrific hygienists, friendly, caring clinic staff, beautiful, warm office. HDC puts the P in Professional!"

Iris E.
"1st visit was excellent. They had my records from my out of state dentist and picked up where prior dentist was in the yearly 2x visit per year. Communication was very good."

Ed V.
"I strongly recommend Dr. Brust. He and his assistant do everything to make sure I’m comfortable and I always trust their diagnosis."

Lynne F.
"Fast service, returned easily for filling. On time, friendly and appropriate the care."

Tom F.
"I have been going there 25 plus years and they have always had taken Great care of me and my teeth."

Tom H.
"Amazing staff. Positive environment. Above and beyond perfect."

Jerzie S.
"Professional and family oriented business. The hygienist was very kind and easy to talk to. She understood and listen to my needs and did a thoroughly cleaning of my teeth."

Mimi D.
"Julie has been my hygienist for 40+ years I will miss her, she's been great. Dr. Buck and his father before him have always been so nice, professional and most importantly they make sure your comfortable. Dr. Buck always makes sure you don't feel anything if your getting any work done, which I appreciate. I guess I'm wimpy when it comes to pain in my mouth."

Kate R.
"Where to begin? Dr. Brust has been my dentist for almost 30 years now! Him and his assistant make the best team. Absolutely enjoy my visits to Heritage Dental. I feel as if I were part of the team and not a costumer when I go in. My daughter’s absolutely love going to get their teeth polished as well!! Hygienist Ana and Bobbi do an excellent job taking care of my girls! I don’t think I could ever switch dental offices. Thank you for all you do at Heritage Dental!"

Cindy S.

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