Dental Health

Most people have had some exposure to the concept of wisdom teeth. Perhaps you have had yours removed, are considering a removal, or Dr. Giron has just shown you an X-ray with the dreaded third molars creeping into view. It’s common to hear patients ask how they are removed, but we rarely hear people talking… (Read More)

Did you know that unhealthy gums might put your brain at risk? Alzheimer’s is a form of dementia, which harms your memory, ability to think, and can cause changes in your personality. It’s very common and usually affects people aged 60 and over. And, Alzheimer’s might be significantly more likely to happen if your mouth… (Read More)

There is a good chance you have heard Dr. Giron mention the term ‘bruxism’ and discuss the problems it can cause for your oral health. At the office, we talk about a lot of technical dental stuff that doesn’t necessarily concern our patients, but bruxism is something we definitely want you to know about. Stress… (Read More)

A few things are equally important for your oral health, no matter what your age or stage of life. Good nutrition, brushing and flossing habits, visiting the dentist and a little fluoride are always (always) the essentials – you won’t ever hear us say otherwise.  However, your dental hygiene routine requires unique considerations for each… (Read More)

Although you may think of general health and dental health as two completely unrelated categories, they are much more connected than the average person suspects. Just as the information you share with your general practitioner assists them in keeping you healthy, your Santa Fe dentist, Dr. Devin Giron, depends on your input for optimal dental… (Read More)

Full disclosure before your Santa Fe dental team at VIDA Dental Studio starts dropping knowledge on the muscles in your mouth that are partially to thank (or blame) for the foods you love: we’re hungry as we write this and are envisioning pizza; yummy, savory pizza with cheese that stretches when you grab a slice,… (Read More)

Many young adults make an appointment at their local Santa Fe dental clinic for a pain that’s been bugging them for a few days or even weeks. It’s a strange irritation coming from the back of their mouth, right after their molars. In fact, it feels like another tooth is coming in and it has… (Read More)

For many people, cosmetic dentistry conjures up images of seriously damaged teeth being transformed into an after-picture of pristine, white and perfectly aligned smile. While this may be true to an extent, there is a wide variety of techniques and procedures available for patients seeking to restore their teeth. Cosmetic dentistry is dentistry specifically creating… (Read More)

There seems to be a never-ending number of procedures to protect, restore or preserve mouth and teeth health. From cleanings to fillings to root canals, dental procedures, though sometimes unpleasant, are a vital part to keep the mouth working. Consequently, one newer form of dentistry doesn’t require lasers or smaller drill parts — it requires… (Read More)