COVID-19 Safety
Our Dental Family is Safe from COVID-19 Carrera Dental is taking extra measures beyond our already high OSHA standards for cross contamination prevention to STOP the spread of COVID-19. All CDC, American Dental Association (ADA) and OSHA protocols are followed. Some of the extra measures we are following: COVID-19 Screening for employees and patients Social […]
Emergency Dental Care
Emergency Dental Care At Carrera Dental and Braces we accept Walk-in Emergency Dental Patients during business hours. Emergency Dental Care can consist of a limited dental exam and digital dental x-rays so our dentist can diagnose the correct treatment to relieve dental pain. Some reasons for dental pain can be: Tooth or Gum Infection Tooth […]
Does my child need Dental Sealants?
Does my child need Dental Sealants? Carrera Dental and Braces dentists believe in preventive dentistry first. Sealants are one of the best preventive measures used to prevent tooth decay in children. Sealants have been shown to reduce the risk of decay by nearly 80% in molars. Sealants are like raincoats for your teeth. Plastic resin is placed […]
First Dental Visit
When should my child have their First Dental Visit? Your child’s First Dental Visit should take place as soon as their first tooth appears and every 3 months after. Our dentist at Carrera Dental and Braces believe being proactive about your child’s dental health today can help keep his or her smile healthy for life. […]
Why go to the dentist every 6-months?
Why go to the dentist every 6-months? Our dental professionals believe in preventive dental care to prevent tooth loss. Coming into the office every 6 months for a checkup and cleaning can help ensure you have your teeth for a lifetime. Preventive dental visits are important because they help to keep your teeth and gums […]
Why do you need a dental filling?
Why do you need a filling? When a dentist examines your teeth he is looking for tooth structure that is damaged. Damaged tooth structure could be caused by several things: Decay– Causes include bacteria, snacking, sipping sugary drinks, and poor teeth cleaning. Fractures– Causes include pressure from teeth grinding, large fillings, chewing hard foods, a […]
Do we see the entire family?
Do we see the entire family? Carrera Dental and Braces care for your entire family’s dental healthcare needs. We see patients of all ages starting as young as 3 months old. What makes us different than most dentists is that we build lifelong relationships with your entire family for generations to come. Creating a caring […]
Does your child need Pulp Therapy?
In some cases our dentist may see an extremely decayed baby tooth that affects the pulp of the tooth. The pulp of the tooth holds all the nerves and blood vessels in the tooth. Once decay has reached this area your child could have the following symptoms and may need Pulp Therapy: Constant unexplained pain. […]
What is a Pediatric Dentist?
Pediatric dentists are dedicated to the oral health of children from infancy through the teen years, including those with special health needs. They are the pediatricians of dentistry and have 2 to 3 years of additional specialty training after dental school. It is recommended by the American Dental Association (ADA) that your child be seen […]
Emergency Dental Care
At Carrera Dental and Braces we accept Walk-in Emergency Dental Patients during business hours. Emergency Dental Care can consist of a limited dental exam and digital dental x-rays so our dentist can diagnose the correct treatment to relieve dental pain. Some reasons for dental pain can be: Tooth or Gum Infection Tooth Decay Injury or […]