Dental Health

Imagine this – you have come to see VIDA Dental Studio for a cleaning and routine checkup. The cleaning goes well, but then Dr. Giron tells you that you have a cavity. You’ve been dreading the possibility of this news and now you fear that something must be wrong since you have been brushing and… (Read More)

What is Gum Disease? The short answer: gum disease is a common gum infection that can become very problematic, but you can prevent it! The long answer: all the tissues in your body have a self-defense mechanism called “inflammation.” When bacteria build up in your mouth, your gum tissue will inflame to try and kill… (Read More)

Oral hygiene is the foundation of good dental health. Brushing and flossing regularly is the best way to keep your smile healthy and clean. Consider this your personal cleaning tutorial on the art of dental hygiene, instructed by Santa Fe dentist Dr. Devin Giron and his skillful team of hygienists. Toothbrush, Toothpaste, Floss & Mouthwash… (Read More)

In today’s calorie-obsessed culture, it can be hard to hear the truth among all the other health-conscious noise. People are frequently misinformed and misled about the health benefits of trends such as cleanses, sugar alternatives, diets, organic vs. nonorganic, and a myriad of other common topics. Today, Santa Fe dentist Dr. Devin Giron would like… (Read More)

Headaches are a dime a dozen. We all know the frustration of having your day interrupted by throbbing, shooting pains in the head. If you suffer from frequent headaches that never seem to go away, Santa Fe dentist Dr. Devin Giron would like you to know about bruxism, or teeth grinding. At VIDA Dental Studio,… (Read More)

Ah, nighttime… the end of the day, the ceasing of work, and hopefully a good night’s sleep. But did you know things are still happening in your mouth all night long, even if you’re blissfully unaware of it? Santa Fe dentist VIDA Dental Studio sheds some light on the world of your mouth and everything… (Read More)

Have you ever heard someone say, “I would rather have a root canal”? Most of us in Santa Fe are used to hearing root canals compared to some genuinely unpleasant circumstances, but Dr. Giron would like to set the record straight and talk about how root canals can do some serious dental good. Root Canals… (Read More)

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)