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Common Emergency Care Visits: Toothaches or abscesses
posted: Jan. 30, 2024.

Dental problems do not always wait for normal office hours. Broken fillings or damaged teeth are common reasons for emergency treatment. Toothaches and abscesses can also require prompt attention. the Read more
Sleep Apnea: How we can help
posted: Jan. 23, 2024.

At Michael Potts, DDS, we understand that getting high-quality sleep is vital to maintaining your overall health. Insufficient sleep can lead to an inability to concentrate, motor vehicle accidents, and Read more
Famous Dentists in History
posted: Jan. 16, 2024.

Every six months or so you head down to your local dentist for a teeth cleaning, but have you ever thought that your dentist could one day be famous? Well, Read more
The Purpose of a Dental Crown
posted: Jan. 09, 2024.

A dental crown, otherwise known as a cap, covers an infected tooth and can vary in function, depending on the position of the tooth. Crowns cover all the visible parts Read more
Why You Should Avoid Energy and Sports Drinks
posted: Jan. 02, 2024.

In a world where everything moves so quickly and teens and young adults find themselves pulling “all-nighters” or working long hours, energy drinks have grabbed the spotlight. You’ll have one Read more
New Year's Day Around the World
posted: Dec. 26, 2023.

New Year’s Day marks the beginning of the calendar year in most parts of the world. The holiday is celebrated on January 1st of each year. Customs and celebrations vary Read more
Is sedation dentistry right for me?
posted: Dec. 19, 2023.

At Michael Potts, DDS, we are well-aware of the 25 million Americans who fear having to visit the dentist. Dental phobias are known to range anywhere from feeling mildly nervous Read more
Does Your Filling Need Replacing?
posted: Dec. 12, 2023.

No matter how wonderfully something works for us, there comes a day when a replacement might be necessary. This holds true whether it’s the latest and greatest smart phone, or Read more
Happy Holidays! Healthy Holidays!
posted: Dec. 05, 2023.

It’s the holiday season! With so much to do and so much going on, you want to be at your best. We have some ideas to help make your season Read more
Preventing Toddler Tooth Decay
posted: Nov. 28, 2023.

You do everything you can to protect your toddler with safeguards large and small. Installing that complicated car seat. Figuring out which sunscreen is best for delicate skin. Spending weeks Read more
Thanksgiving
posted: Nov. 21, 2023.

At Michael Potts, DDS, we love to celebrate the holidays with vigor! the doctor would love to share some unique ways of celebrating Thanksgiving from beyond the Camarillo, California area Read more
Root Canal Procedure
posted: Nov. 14, 2023.

Five words no one welcomes: “You need a root canal.” But if you are delaying treatment because you are worried about pain and an uncomfortable day in the dentist’s chair, Read more
National Brush Day
posted: Nov. 07, 2023.

October 31—Halloween. Fourth Thursday in November—Thanksgiving. And, in between these two favorite autumn holidays, we have November 1—National Brush Day! Okay, okay. Maybe National Brush Day isn’t quite as well-known as Read more
Why Professional Cleanings are Important
posted: Oct. 31, 2023.

Regular dental cleanings and checkups at our Camarillo, California office are an excellent way to ensure everything is A-OK in your mouth. There’s a reason the American Dental Association recommends Read more
My mouth is dry. What can I do?
posted: Oct. 24, 2023.

Nobody likes a dry mouth. It is an uncomfortable and sometimes oddly unexplainable sensation that most people like to avoid. It is not a condition that automatically sends you into Read more
Make Brushing With Your Child Fun!
posted: Oct. 17, 2023.

It’s no secret that kids and adults have different priorities: your duty is to raise a happy, healthy child, but your little one’s only priority may be to have fun. Read more