Dr. Robert L. Matias, D.D.S.

Dr. Robert L. Matias, D.D.S. Most Dental insurance plans welcome( no DMO's/ DHMO's). Visa, Mastercard and Discover accepted. Restoration of implants, but not the surgical placement.

Exams, prophys, x-rays, fillings, cosmetic bonding, crowns, bridges, partials, dentures, extractions, root canal therapy, etc. Orthodontics not performed.All ages accepted.

03/07/2023

In many cases, people with jaw pain can benefit from bite guards or oral splints, soft or firm devices inserted over their teeth while they sleep at night.

09/15/2022

Do you know that an average human produces 25,000 quarts of saliva in a lifetime? That is equivalent to water required to fill 2 swimming pools.

09/13/2022

Are you aware of the amazing benefits of the apple? Apples are actually a natural remedy to bad breath. Apples have plenty of pectin, which controls food odors. In addition, apples cause the body to produce more saliva, and more salvia usually helps to control the bacteria that lead to bad breath.

09/08/2022

Did you know that eating onions can help you maintain good oral health? This is because they have anti-microbial properties that protect the teeth and gums from harmful bacteria. To get the best results however, onions must be eaten as regularly as possible, whether raw or cooked.

09/06/2022

What is a bridge, when it comes to teeth? It is a partial denture used to “bridge” or span a gap between teeth. In most cases, metal wires are used to anchor them to the teeth on either side of the space.

09/01/2022

To remove an impacted wisdom tooth, an oral surgeon will have to remove the tooth. However, this process will be quite more involved than a simple extraction as the surgeon will have to cut into the gum in order to get at the offending article.

08/30/2022

The first American dental chair was designed by Josiah Flagg. It consisted of a Windsor chair that had been modified to incorporate an attached, padded head rest and a broad, flat tray-shaped armrest to hold the dentist’s tools.

08/25/2022

When it comes to oral sedation techniques in the dentist chair, many dentists choose to crush the sedation medication and administer it under the tongue, or sublingually. This is preferred, as it enables the drug to be absorbed into the bloodstream more quickly.

08/23/2022

Did you know that dental laser surgery is a minimally invasive procedure and does not use drills, needles, or scalpels? And, since the laser can be precision adjusted, it can even be used to painlessly remove small or subtle enamel imperfections such as coffee stains or cracks.

08/18/2022

Regular, daily flossing of your teeth is the best way in which to prevent gum disease. Be sure to floss at least once every day and remember to brush at least twice a day. Incorporate a mouth rinse into your oral regimen for a cleaner, healthier mouth and a younger-looking smile.

08/16/2022

The signs of gingivitis are red, swollen, and bleeding gums, and it is caused by bacterial buildup because of poor oral hygiene. If not treated, it can become periodontitis, a more severe disease that can lead to tooth loss and other problems.

08/11/2022

Caring for your mouth after dental surgery can be frustrating. However, choosing laser dentistry over conventional dentistry means that the damage to the surrounding tissue is minimized, wounds heal faster, and tissues can be regenerated.

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