Dental Filling Options
- posted: Mar. 25, 2026
You’ve made an appointment at our Oxnard, California office to treat your cavity, the decayed area has been removed, and the site has been cleaned and prepared for a filling. Read More
Thumb Sucking
- posted: Mar. 18, 2026
Learning to suck their thumbs is one of the first physical skills babies acquire. In fact, ultrasound images have revealed babies sucking their thumbs in the womb! Babies have a Read More
St. Patrick's Day: Celtic pride, green shamrocks, and lucky charms!
- posted: Mar. 11, 2026
“St. Patrick's Day is an enchanted time -- a day to begin transforming winter's dreams into summer's magic.” Adrienne Cook Lucky green shamrocks, leprechauns, and pots of gold – it must Read More
March is National Nutrition Month!
- posted: Mar. 04, 2026
While you don’t have to wait to start eating right, March is the month the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics asks everyone to pay special attention to what goes into Read More
A Variety of Dentures to Meet Your Needs
- posted: Feb. 25, 2026
With advancements in prosthetic dentistry, patients are now able to wear dentures that are comfortable, natural looking, and long lasting. There are different options to choose from that will meet Read More
Adults Can Get Cavities, Too
- posted: Feb. 18, 2026
There are some things we just don’t miss about being a kid. Getting grounded? A thing of the past. Curfew? Not happening. Confiscating our cell phones? As if. Cavities? While Read More
The Start of Valentine’s Day
- posted: Feb. 11, 2026
Valentine’s Day, also known as Saint Valentine’s Day, has been said to originate with a Catholic priest named Valentine several thousand year ago. Valentine defied the emperor at the time Read More
February Is Children’s Dental Health Month
- posted: Feb. 04, 2026
It’s the littlest month of the year, so what better time to think about the dental health of our littlest family members? February is National Children’s Dental Health Month, and Read More
Ease up on your gums — don’t brush your teeth too hard!
- posted: Jan. 28, 2026
A lot of patients go at their teeth like they were sanding an old floor—that is to say, way too hard! Brushing too hard is probably the most common mistake Read More
Dangers of Alcohol and Oral Health
- posted: Jan. 21, 2026
We often have patients who ask, “Can drinking alcohol affect my oral health?” There are, in fact, a few reasons why that martini may not be good for your pearly Read More
Dental Infections
- posted: Jan. 14, 2026
the doctor and our team at Ronald Guzman will tell you that dental infections can be very serious; sometimes, they develop into a life-threatening situation. Cavities are caused by acid-generating Read More
Tooth Protection and Winter Sports
- posted: Jan. 07, 2026
Just because it’s cold out there doesn’t mean you’ll give up keeping fit and active! Winter is the season for some of our favorite team sporting activities, and when you’re Read More
Resolving to Eat Better in the New Year
- posted: Dec. 31, 2025
It’s a new year, and a resolution found on many lists is learning to be more mindful about healthy food choices. You might have set some of these goals yourself. Read More
Good Oral Health Habits When You’re Pregnant
- posted: Dec. 24, 2025
the doctor and our team at Ronald Guzman will tell you that good oral health habits when you are pregnant are very important. A plaque or infectious buildup can affect Read More
Crushing the Ice-Chewing Habit
- posted: Dec. 17, 2025
It's a habit many people have and not only can it be annoying to the people around you, it can be detrimental to your dental health. Chewing ice is so Read More
Make Brushing Teeth Fun!
- posted: Dec. 10, 2025
It’s understandable that kids would rather be playing outside or watching their favorite movie instead of doing a “boring” task like brushing their teeth. But there are ways to make Read More