Galen Filbrun, DDS, MAGD

What’s involved in getting a dental implant? Dental implants are increasingly popular as a way to replace missing or damaged teeth. Their great advantage is that they look natural and feel secure helping you to restore your smile and eat more easily.... #GalenFilbrunDDSMAGD #DentistModesto #CosmeticDentistCA #GeneralDentistModestoCA #DenturesModestoCA

Things to look out for during pregnancy Every woman wants to maintain their own health during pregnancy and to take whatever steps are necessary to give the baby the best possible start. There are a few factors in your oral health to look out for during this time.... #GalenFilbrunDDSMAGD #DentistModesto #CosmeticDentistCA #GeneralDentistModestoCA #DenturesModestoCA

What will it be like living with dentures? People who are new to wearing dentures naturally have many questions about how their life will change. New dentures may feel awkward for a few weeks until you become accustomed to them. The dentures may feel loose while the muscles of your cheek and tongue learn to keep them in place.... #GalenFilbrunDDSMAGD #DentistModesto #CosmeticDentistCA #GeneralDentistModestoCA #DenturesModestoCA

How cancer treatment can affect your oral health More than 1 million Americans are diagnosed with cancer each year and many of them will develop problems with their oral health as a result of their cancer treatment. While it’s natural that they’ll be focused on their cancer treatment, it’s important not to overlook the importance of a dental examination as part of the process of maintaining overall health.... #GalenFilbrunDDSMAGD #DentistModesto #CosmeticDentistCA #GeneralDentistModestoCA

Why a dental abscess should be treated quickly If you have any kind of swelling in your gum, it's almost certainly indicates a serious infection that should be treated urgently. Dental abscesses result from a bacterial infection in the teeth or gums.... #GalenFilbrunDDSMAGD #DentistModesto #CosmeticDentistCA #GeneralDentistModestoCA

Common mouth sores: causes and cures Mouth sores can be very annoying and painful and can have many causes. The causes can range from infections bacterial, viral or fungal to a loose orthodontic wire or a denture that doesn’t fit or a sharp edge from a broken tooth or filling.... #GalenFilbrunDDSMAGD #DentistModesto #CosmeticDentistCA #GeneralDentistModestoCA

Making the most of your smile Your smile is a major factor in the impression people get when they meet you. And the good news is that you now don’t have to settle for a smile spoiled by stained, chipped, or misshapen teeth.... #GalenFilbrunDDSMAGD #DentistModesto #CosmeticDentistCA #GeneralDentistModestoCA

How smoking affects your teeth While the general effects of smoking on your health are well-known, it can also have significant effects on your oral health. https://filbrunfamilydentistry.wordpress.com//how-smoking/... #GalenFilbrunDDSMAGD #DentistModesto #CosmeticDentistCA #GeneralDentistModestoCA

How your oral health links with your general health Research has shown strong links between periodontitis (advanced form of gum disease) and other health problems such as cardiovascular disease, stroke and bacterial pneumonia. And pregnant women with periodontitis may be at increased risk of delivering pre-term and/or having babies with low birth weight. https://buff.ly/2DLRZel... #GalenFilbrunDDSMAGD #DentistModesto #CosmeticDentistCA #Periodontitis

Preventing tooth decay in babies and infants The habits of good dental care should begin as early as possible and its important to take steps to avoid problems with infants and children. Children need strong, healthy teeth to chew their food and baby teeth also keep a space in the jaw for the adult teeth. https://buff.ly/2Sp6wRc... #GalenFilbrunDDSMAGD #DentistModesto #CosmeticDentistCA #ChildDentistry #PediatricDentistry

Your options if you have many missing or damaged teeth People who have not followed adequate dental care for some years may have already lost most of their teeth and feel a little hopeless. Sometimes they ask a dentist to remove the remaining teeth as they are often broken and have deep cavities. https://buff.ly/2OjvF0D... #GalenFilbrunDDSMAGD #DentistModesto #CosmeticDentistCA #Dentures

Whats involved in getting a dental implant? Dental implants are increasingly popular as a way to replace missing or damaged teeth. Their great advantage is that they look natural and feel secure helping you to restore your smile and eat more easily. https://buff.ly/2LftV2W... #GalenFilbrunDDSMAGD #ModestoCA #DentistModesto #CosmeticDentistCA #DentalImplant #OralHygiene #HealthyGums