Monica Barrera, DDS

03/02/2021

Yes, everyone likes bright white teeth and a gorgeous smile. Have you ever considered that oral hygiene may be a key to many health issues?
One of my patients, Karen, swears by the practice of brushes, teeth gums, cheeks, roof of mouth and gum. She flosses, and gargles with Peroxyl. She reports considerably less congestion and has diminished Acid taste from GERD.
Take a look at the 8 reasons to care about your oral hygiene:

Ignite your motivation to take care of your oral health. We know taking care of our teeth is important, but sometimes daily brushing and flossing can feel a little monotonous. If you’ve noticed you’ve been a little lax with your at-home oral care or it’s been a while since you’ve seen a dent...

02/08/2017

Are you interested in scuba diving? Consider going to the dentist. The water pressure could worsen dental issues.

MONDAY, Jan. 16, 2017 (HealthDay News) -- The first time she tried scuba diving, Vinisha Ranna felt a squeezing sensation in her teeth.

02/24/2016

Fulfilled Americans, fulfilled people.....big warm smiles

Naples is the national champion of well-being. Here's what it has in common with Salinas, Sarasota, Fort Collins, Barnstable Town, Santa Cruz and such, according to the Gallup-Healthways Well-Being Index.

10/29/2015

Patients can be very scared of the dentist. I'm here to help each patient's dental issues. Do any of these apply to you?

Tooth pain is caused by a reaction of the nerves inside a pulp chamber of the tooth with the severity dependent upon the type and degree of the stimulus. What follows are some examples of symptoms you may be feeling and their possible causes.

07/26/2015

Have you ever wanted to improve your smile? Cosmetic dentistry can help. Call me for an initial consultation!

Want to improve your smile? See what braces, crowns, veneers, teeth whitening, bridges, gum reshaping -- or even a complete dental makeover -- can do for your smile.

05/21/2015

Do your teeth need to be treated like royalty? The crowns I make are artfully prepared to match the color and shape of your surrounding teeth. My primary goal is to keep your bite even and comfortable.

05/21/2015

Many patients come to me for help with pain or bite discomfort. In some instances, their problem is solved with a crown. Take a look at the article below. Perhaps you or a loved needs this procedure.

There are many types of dental crowns and they're used for a variety of situations. Learn more about your teeth and crowns.

01/16/2015

Do you need to see a dentist? Are your teeth getting loose? Call me.

12/30/2014

May You have a lovely, healthy, happy 2015! Keep smiling and don't forget to brush and floss......

05/10/2014

Have you ever woken up with a headache, or pain in the neck, pain in the shoulders? Have you been told that you brux, or clench or grind your teeth while you sleep, possibly that you have TMJ? There is a minimally invasive answer to your pain and discomfort.....call me.

Occlusion refers to the alignment of teeth and the way that the upper and lower teeth fit together (bite). Ideally, all upper teeth fit slightly over the lower teeth. The points of the molars fit the grooves of the opposite molar.

05/10/2014

Doesn't a good night's sleep make you smile? I smile thinking about waking up well rested! How about you?

Could a good night’s sleep come down to your diet? Discover which foods hinder sleep and which foods promote restful slumber.

04/01/2014

Beautiful young patients come in for teeth cleaning and they are unaware of the risks to their overall health and the health of their teeth. Take a look @@

Learn the risks of getting an oral piercing in the lip, cheek, or tongue as well as tips for taking care of a piercing at home.