Choosing a Family Dentist

While having a glowing white smile is important, there is much more to your oral health than just the shine of your teeth. Truly healthy teeth and gums are imperative to aid in great over-all health and, in order to maintain great oral health, it is necessary to make regular visits to a dentist. Taking time to choose a dentist for you and your family will make dental visits more pleasant and consistent. Dr. Russell Cureton DDS recommends a couple of ways to choose a family dentist that will help your entire family’s oral health stay in great shape.

Research their qualifications and experience

Beyond the obvious that they have graduated from an accredited dental school and have been Board Certified to practice, dentists should belong to the California Dental Association. They should also be  attending regular dental educational seminars to keep up their CEU’s (Continuing Education Units). This tells you the dentist you choose takes updating their education in today’s advancing dental technology seriously. Thusly, he can provide a higher standard of care and is not relying solely on his past school education to treat you in his practice.

In addition, look for a family dental practice with experience to give you the best dental care. Feel free to ask the dentist, office staff, and hygienist how long they have been working and what dental services are offered - they should be more than willing to give you all of the information you request.

Look at the services they offer 

​Not all family dentists offer an array of services. While it is important to find a dental office that can provide a good dental cleaning, you should also look for a practice that offers a wide variety of services (eg oral surgery, orthodontics, implants, single visit crowns) so your family can be helped with all their dental needs at one location.

Reviews are important ​

Current and past patients are the best resource when searching to find the right family dentist for you. Check reviews for a number of different offices to see what prior patients have to say about the
services, the dentist, and their overall experience. If you see mostly positive reviews for a Salinas Family Dentist, you should feel confident that they would offer you the care and attention you need. There are many places people can review their dentists: Facebook, Google+, Yelp, HealthGrades, along with several other websites. Although reading through pages of reviews may seem a bit daunting, spending the time now will help save a mountain of headaches in the future. 

 
Check out the office atmosphere ​

The atmosphere of the office is an important part in choosing your Salinas Family Dentist. Before you decide on a particular dentist, you should visit the office to see how it feels- is the waiting room comfortable, is the dentist and staff friendly, is the office clean, etc. If you and your family feel comfortable with all these aspects, you will be less likely to miss or skip dental appointments. Making sure that your children have a positive experience with their dentist when they are young will help set the foundation for their future dedication to their oral hygiene.

If you are looking for a Salinas Family Dentist in the Salinas, Prunedale, Gilroy, Hollister, Monterey Bay or South County areas, call Dr. Russell Cureton at (831) 449-8363 or, stop by our office at 620 E. Alvin Dr. Ste. E Salinas, CA 93906 so we can answer all of your questions. We look forward to meeting you and serving the dental needs of you and your family for many years to come.

Why Choose Porcelain Veneers

Porcelain Veneers 

You’ve seen them on the red carpet and lighting up the silver screen, but now, those magnificent celebrity-like smiles could be yours- thanks to the help of porcelain veneers.  Veneers are thin pieces of porcelain that are bonded to the front of your teeth.  Veneers are custom made based on the needs and desires of each patient so you are able to get exactly what you want from your veneers.  Once veneers are decided upon, the porcelain is bonded to your teeth to ensure that the veneers stay in place for a long time to come.

There are countless benefits to choosing porcelain veneers- from their beautiful shine to the confidence they can give you.  Here are the top five reasons why veneers are a great choice for your dental future:

Porcelain Veneers are Quick and Easy

While most cosmetic dental procedures require dozens of trips to the dentist, porcelain veneers can usually be completely applied in only two visits to your dentist.  The procedure itself also usually requires minimal, if any, anesthesia, which means you will likely be back in action right after your appointment.

Porcelain Veneers Offer Instant Results

Instead of having to wait days or even weeks to see the results of whitening or orthodontic treatments, the beautiful benefits of veneers are ready to be shown off as soon as the veneers have been put on.  Instantly being able to see the gorgeous effect of your veneers makes veneers a great choice for important events or adopting a new look.

Porcelain Veneers Look Natural

The porcelain that is used to construct veneers reflects light in a similar way to natural teeth, which make the veneers appear very natural.  And since you are able to choose the color, shape, and size of your veneers, you can make sure that your porcelain veneers are a great fit for your mouth and look as much like your own teeth as you want them to.

Porcelain Veneers Are Low Maintenance

Taking care of veneers is no different than taking care of natural teeth so you can carry on your normal oral hygiene practices.  Just like teeth, veneers should be brushed and flossed regularly to ensure that your entire mouth stays clean and healthy.  Other than normal oral hygiene, no special treatment is necessary upon getting veneers.  An added bonus is that porcelain veneers are stain resistant, so you don’t need to change your lifestyle to accommodate your veneers.

Porcelain Veneers Give You the Smile of Your Dreams

Porcelain veneers make the million watt smile you have always dreamed of into a reality. You will no longer need to hide your smile or feel self-conscious of your teeth,  With new, beautiful teeth comes increased confidence and greater pride in your smile.  Veneers not only make you look good, but also make you feel like a whole new person.

You don’t need to be a celebrity to deserve to have a beautiful smile to show the world.  With the help of porcelain veneers, that perfect smile is ready and waiting for us all.  When you are ready to make the bright move to porcelain veneers, contact the office of Russell Cureton, DDS for help making your dental dreams into a reality.

Dr. Cureton has been a practicing dentist in Salinas for more than 25 years. Feel free to stop by our office at 620 E. Alvin Dr. or call us at 831-449-8363 to schedule your first appointment.