Blogs

posted: Sep. 03, 2024.

Can you believe it's already September? At Michael Potts, DDS, we know that gingivitis, the early stage of periodontal disease, can be difficult to recognize. Many people don’t recognize the Read more

posted: Aug. 27, 2024.

Many people consume carbonated or sugary drinks and acidic foods every day but have no idea those beverages may be harming their teeth, making them vulnerable to tooth erosion. The Read more

posted: Aug. 20, 2024.

We all want our best and brightest smiles, and today there are many options we can explore at home to make those beautiful smiles a reality. Whether it’s healthy habits, Read more

posted: Aug. 13, 2024.

Many of our patients at Michael Potts, DDS have been asking us about brightening their teeth lately, and today we thought we would discuss the options available to you to Read more

posted: Aug. 06, 2024.

Most people hear the word root canal and panic. With today’s state of the art equipment and improved local anesthetic devices, and some knowledge, a root canal does not have Read more

posted: Aug. 06, 2024.

Bad breath, also called halitosis, can be embarrassing and in some cases may even cause anxiety.  Certain foods, health conditions and habits are among the causes of bad breath.  In Read more

posted: Jul. 26, 2024.

Does the thought of having dental work even teeth cleanings make you anxious? We understand all our patients' are not the same, but you do have options!Sedation dentistry allows you Read more

posted: Jul. 23, 2024.

Yes, indeed! While brushing, flossing, and regular visits to Michael Potts, DDS are all key to maintaining a healthy smile and mouth, the doctor and our team want you to Read more

posted: Jul. 16, 2024.

When’s the last time you gave your toothbrush any serious thought? Sure, you use it every day (and ideally twice), and you know that with a dollop of toothpaste it Read more

posted: Jul. 09, 2024.

Why all the fuss about fluoride? Your dentist recommends it, your toothpaste is formulated with it, most of our drinking water contains it. Just what is it about this mineral Read more

posted: Jul. 02, 2024.

On a sizzling hot day, there’s not much that makes us happier than heading to the water for a quick swim, some gentle laps, or even a rousing game of Read more

posted: Jun. 25, 2024.

You’ve planned your dream vacation. Your reservations are made. You’re packed and ready. You’ve even scheduled a dental checkup at our Camarillo, California office to make sure you catch any Read more

posted: Jun. 18, 2024.

One of the most frequent questions that the doctor and our team hear is about what kinds of snacks are best for a child’s dental health. Sugary snacks are inevitable Read more

posted: Jun. 11, 2024.

Toddlers are notoriously balky about strangers. But their first dental visit should not be cause for fear and tears. Nor should you assume that getting your toddler to Michael Potts, Read more

posted: Jun. 04, 2024.

With the warmer and longer days here, we know many of our patients at Michael Potts, DDS will be much more active in the summer. Though most of our patients Read more

posted: May 28, 2024.

TMJ is the quick way of referring to your Temporomandibular Joint. Pardon the pun, but that’s quite a mouthful! What is this joint, what does it do, and, if your Read more