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How is your 2014 going? Did you make any resolutions? Do you have any health goals to achieve? Well, you may have missed one. Did you remember to include the health of your smile?Dr. Garcia and his experienced and friendly staff can help you make 2014 the year for a beautiful, healthy smile!A healthy smile…

No one is born with perfect teeth, but you can craft the smile you’ve always wanted with the help of an experienced and qualified cosmetic dentist like Dr. Garcia! Veneers are one technique Dr. Garcia can use to create a magazine worthy smile just for you!Dental veneers are a thin shell of material that is…

A regular dental exam with Dr. Garcia is an important part of your dental health regiment; it’s just as important as regular brushing and flossing.Dental care is about more than cleaning your teeth — it’s about ensuring the health of your entire mouth. When you come in for an exam with Dr. Garcia, he will…

You know that dental health can help you keep your smile bright and beautiful. But did you know that good dental health can help you maintain good overall health too?You may think the health of your mouth couldn't have anything to do with your overall health (or systemic) health. But current research, such as that…

Helping your child learn good dental habits as early as possible can set them up for a life of good dental health, and brushing is an important dental habit! Here are a few tips from Dr. Garcia to help you teach your children good brushing habits (and technique!):1.    Teach Them the 2X2 RuleThe general rule…

At the dental office of Roderick A. Garcia, DMD, we’re very big proponents of smiling. Smiling is a universal symbol of happiness and friendliness; it’s one of the first facial expressions an infant learns.Because we love smiles so much (and we think the start of the New Year is a great reason to smile), we’re…

Recent studies have found links between poor oral health and poor overall health. Laying a good oral hygiene foundation for your child is more important than ever.Dr. Garcia has a few tips to help you lay the foundation for a healthy, beautiful smile for life:1.    Take Your Kids to the DentistYes, you should take your…

Your smile is one of the defining features of your face. But not everyone is happy or comfortable with their smile. Cosmetic dentistry can give you a smile you're proud to show off!According to a recent study by the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry (AACD), a healthy and attractive smile can help you appear more…

When your kids play sports, you know they're probably going to suffer an injury of some sort. And unfortunately, dental injuries can happen often.But which sport has the highest rate of dental injuries? The answer may surprise you.Because it is a high-contact sport, it would make sense that football would have the highest rate of…

The holidays are a sweet time — spending time with friends and family you may not otherwise see during the year.  But sweet treats are also in abundance throughout the season, which isn't so good for your smile or your health.With all the sweet treats, how can you avoid them? Dr. Roderick Garcia, DMD has…

One of the most common fears people have about going to the dentist is the idea that their teeth are in such bad shape, they will feel ashamed and embarrassed. The fear of embarrassment often prevents people with minor dental problems from getting their teeth checked out by a dentist sooner—and that only makes their…

Did you know that blind athletes smile in victory just the same as their seeing counterparts? Although these athletes are born blind, and have never seen a smile, they know how to because smiling is innate. The ability to smile isn't taught, we were born with it!That said, it is culture, not nature that determines…