April Is Oral Cancer Awareness Month

April Is Oral Cancer Awareness Month Oral Cancer Screening Palo Alto Early detection of oral cancer can decrease morbidity and increase long-term survival. Your oral cancer screening doesn’t require any special preparation. Oral cancer screening is performed yearly during your hygiene visit with Dr. Hansen, Dr. Tseng and the hygiene team. Rest assured we have many eyes […]
Oral Health – Gum Disease

Health Measurables that MatterOral Health – Gum Disease What is Oral Health? Oral health refers to the health of your mouth, including your teeth, gums, jaw and bacteria. Excellent oral health is necessary for total body wellness to be achieved – it is impossible to have a healthy body without a healthy mouth. Currently, there […]
Tips & Tricks To Get The Most From Your Invisalign Clear Aligners

TIps & Tricks To Get The Most Out Of Your Clear Aligners These Invisalign tips can help you improve your treatment success and make the treatment process as easy and comfortable as possible. Wear your aligners! The biggest mistake you can make is simply failing to wear your aligners as often as you should. The […]
Benefits Of Invisalign Palo Alto

Benefits Of Invisalign Palo Alto To See If Invisalign Is Right For Your Call Today For A Invisalign Consultation 650-326-3290 Invisalign has emerged as a near-perfect solution for repositioning wayward and improperly spaced teeth. The merits of Invisalign treatment extend beyond merely producing a gorgeous smile. Invisalign aligners promote optimal oral health, can be removed […]
Gum Disease And COVID-19

Gum disease patients 9 TIMES more likely to die from COVID-19! Article From StudyFinds.org MADRID, Spain — It’s no secret that patients have been scared to enter the dentist’s office during COVID-19 due to all the tiny particles that can fly through the air. For people with gum issues however, getting a cleaning could actually […]
5 Tips for Calming Your Dental Anxiety

5 Tips for Calming Your Dental Anxiety Dr. Christine Hansen • Palo Alto, California Missing dental appointments due to phobias not only can prolong your dental discomfort, but it can also add to your anxiety because you may feel guilty for missing dental offices. Here are some tips and tricks that will help you relax […]
Break Bad Dental Habits This Year!

Break Bad Dental Habits This Year! Christine Hansen DDS, Palo Alto, CA Chewing Your Nails This nervous habit can chip teeth and impact your jaw. Placing your jaw in a protruding position for long periods of time can place pressure on it, which is associated with jaw dysfunction. Solution: Stress reduction and holding something to […]
Dental Myths Debunked!

Dental Myths Debunked! Palo Alto Dentist “It doesn’t matter what time of day I brush.” Brushing at certain times of the day does have an impact on your oral heath. Brushing your teeth at night prevents food particles from sitting on our teeth which contributes to tooth decay over time. Brushing teeth in the morning […]
Why You Should Visit Your Dentist This Winter Season

Why You Should Visit Your Dentist This Winter Season General Dentistry Palo Alto Whatever your December festivities look like, Palo Alto dentists Dr. Jurash and Dr. Hansen want to make sure you keep your oral health a priority even during all the holiday hustle and bustle. This time of year is actually an ideal […]
Fall Foods That are Great For Your Teeth

Fall Foods That are Great For Your Teeth General Dentistry Tips Palo Alto The holidays are filled with lots of laughter over shared meals with the people you love and with so much to be thankful for this time of year, your oral health should one of them! Here are some delicious fall indulgences that […]