1. The Smile That Says It All How Oral Health Reflects Your Whole-Body Wellness
Sep 09, 2025Hi, I’m Dr. Dean Carlston, >your dentist in Los Angeles, CA. I’ve been practicing dentistry for decades, and if there’s ...
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2. 8 Surprising Ways Your Mouth Talks Back
Sep 09, 2025Over the years, I’ve learned that your mouth often speaks up long before you do—and it’s not just with words. In fact, m...
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3. From Braces to Bridges: What Every Generation Should Know About Their Teeth
Sep 09, 2025One of the great joys in my practice is seeing families—grandparents, parents, and kids—all come through our doors. Ever...
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4. The Mouth-Body Connection: Your Smile Says More Than You Think
Sep 09, 2025If you think what happens in your mouth stays in your mouth—think again. As a dentist in West LA [https://www.carlstonde...
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5. Tongue Talk: What That White Coating Really Means (and What to Do About It)
Sep 09, 2025If your tongue could talk, it would tell you much more than just how your food tastes. As a dentist in West Los Angeles,...
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6. Dry Mouth Isn’t Just a Nuisance—It’s a Dental Danger
Sep 09, 2025Let’s talk about something that sounds minor but affects millions—and not in a good way: dry mouth. Whether it feels lik...
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7. Let’s Talk About Bad Breath (Why It’s Not Just About Onions and Garlic)
Sep 09, 2025Let's face it—bad breath is something no one wants to talk about, but almost everyone worries about it. Whether you're g...
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8. Canker Sores: Swords That Don’t Kill—but Sure Do Hurt
Sep 09, 2025You know the feeling. A tiny sore starts brewing inside your mouth; before you know it, every sip of coffee or bite of a...
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9. When a Cracked Tooth Means Trouble (and What You Can Do About It)
Sep 09, 2025Cracked teeth are sneaky. They don't always announce themselves with a bang. Sometimes, they whisper—showing up as a mil...
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10. Handle With Care: A Gentle Guide to Caring for Your Restorations
Sep 09, 2025HANDLE WITH CARE: A GENTLE GUIDE TO CARING FOR YOUR RESTORATIONS Restorative dentistry isn’t just about fixing what’...
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11. Toothache SOS: What to Do the Moment Pain Strikes — From Home Relief to Emergency Room Visits
Sep 09, 2025TOOTHACHE SOS: WHAT TO DO THE MOMENT PAIN STRIKES — FROM HOME RELIEF TO EMERGENCY ROOM VISITS Everything You Need to Kn...
Read More12. Beyond Pretty: What It Really Takes to Get a Better Smile
Sep 09, 2025BEYOND PRETTY: WHAT IT REALLY TAKES TO GET A BETTER SMILE By Dr. Dean Carlston 1. 'I WANT A BETTER SMILE' — WHAT THAT...
Read More13. Your Child’s First Dental Visit—and Every One After: A Parent’s Guide from Infancy to Independence
Sep 09, 2025YOUR CHILD’S FIRST DENTAL VISIT—AND EVERY ONE AFTER: A PARENT’S GUIDE FROM INFANCY TO INDEPENDENCE By Dr. Dean Carlston...
Read More14. Healthy Mouth, Healthy Body: A Dental Guide for Parents & Teachers
Sep 09, 2025HEALTHY MOUTH, HEALTHY BODY: A DENTAL GUIDE FOR PARENTS & TEACHERS WHY ORAL HEALTH MATTERS FOR EVERY CHILD Your mouth...
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15. Don’t Take It Out on Your Teeth: A Kind Approach to Brushing
Sep 09, 2025DON’T TAKE IT OUT ON YOUR TEETH: A KIND APPROACH TO BRUSHING A Gentle Toothbrushing Guide from Dr. Dean Carlston STAR...
Read More16. Gum Recession: What Causes It, How to Stop It, and Why Brushing Too Hard May Be Making It Worse
Sep 09, 2025GUM RECESSION: WHAT CAUSES IT, HOW TO STOP IT, AND WHY BRUSHING TOO HARD MAY BE MAKING IT WORSE By Dr. Dean Carlston ...
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17. Grinding, Clenching, and Waking Up Tired? It Might Be Bruxism
Sep 09, 2025GRINDING, CLENCHING, AND WAKING UP TIRED? IT MIGHT BE BRUXISM By Dr. Dean Carlston 1. LET’S TALK ABOUT THAT MORNING...
Read More18. The Truth About Silver Fillings: What You Need to Know Before You Decide
Sep 09, 2025THE TRUTH ABOUT SILVER FILLINGS: WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW BEFORE YOU DECIDE By Dr. Dean Carlston 1. STILL HAVE SILVER ...
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The Unmatched Benefits of Dental Implants for Seniors
Sep 01, 2025As we age, maintaining good oral health becomes increasingly important. For many seniors, missing or damaged teeth can h...
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Why Regular Dental Checkups Are Essential for a Healthy Smile
Aug 21, 2025Your smile is one of your most valuable assets. It’s often the first thing people notice about you and can make a lastin...
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How Do You Know If You Have a Cavity? 8 Signs to Watch For
Jul 31, 2025Cavities are the second most common health issue in the United States, with over 3 million new cases reported each year....
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The Unsung Hero of Oral Health: Why Saliva Matters More Than You Think
Jul 31, 2025When you think of a healthy smile, you probably picture white teeth and pink gums. But there’s another key player in you...
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22. Do Your Teeth Really Connect to Your Organs? A Look at Tooth-Organ Meridian Charts
Jul 31, 2025What Is the Tooth-Organ Connection? If you’ve ever visited a biological or holistic dental practice, you may have seen ...
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20. Rheumatoid Arthritis and Gum Disease
Jul 01, 2025RHEUMATOID ARTHRITIS AND GUM DISEASE Studies show mouth bacteria may trigger RA and other inflammatory diseases from ww...
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Don’t Take It Out on Your Teeth: A Kind Approach to Brushing
Jul 01, 2025DON’T TAKE IT OUT ON YOUR TEETH: A KIND APPROACH TO BRUSHING A Gentle Toothbrushing Guide from Dr. Dean Carlston STAR...
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19. Your Child’s First Dental Visit—and Every One After: A Parent’s Guide from Infancy to Independence
Jul 01, 2025YOUR CHILD’S FIRST DENTAL VISIT—AND EVERY ONE AFTER: A PARENT’S GUIDE FROM INFANCY TO INDEPENDENCE By Dr. Dean Carlston...
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What to Do the Moment Pain Strikes — From Home Relief to Emergency Room Visits
Jul 01, 2025TOOTHACHE SOS: WHAT TO DO THE MOMENT PAIN STRIKES — FROM HOME RELIEF TO EMERGENCY ROOM VISITS Everything You Need to Kn...
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How a Dental Bridge Restores Function and Aesthetics
Jun 17, 2025Missing teeth can be a real confidence killer. They not only affect your smile but also make everyday tasks like eating ...
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