Encinitas Ranch Dentistry

Your dental team always makes patient safety a top priority. We will keep you up-to-date on the latest safety measures.

Infection control in the dental office - American Dental Association The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has developed special recommendations for use in dental offices. Your dentist cares about your safety and works hard to prevent the spread of infection.

As states begin to open up across the country, we want to assure you that we are following ADA guidelines to keep you safe and take care of your smile.

ADA offers interim guidance as some states consider reopening “To aid dentists who may be reopening their practices when state mandates are lifted,” the ADA issued an updated statement and interim guidance April 18 on the personal protective equipment recommended in order to practice during this pandemic and minimize the risk of virus transmission.

Brushing and flossing correctly is more important than ever due to social distancing. Here is a reminder to get the most out of your dental hygiene at home.

How to correctly brush your teeth Proper daily hygiene is a given until something like COVID-19 prompts thousands of people to question their hand-washing technique. Are other assumed

How do I know if I have a dental emergency? We recommend you contact our dental office to learn more or to book emergency visits during the coronavirus pandemic. Our team is available to answer your questions.

Dental Emergency - American Dental Association Learn how to treat common dental emergencies, like cracked or broken teeth; a chipped tooth; and tooth aches.

Always remember to Smile! It’s now been a week since we closed our doors to all but emergencies in effort to do our part. It’s great seeing little messages around the community reminding people to stay positive and continue to smile.
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Many emergency rooms are overwhelmed due to COVID-19. We recommend contacting our dental office for advice and treatment of dental emergencies rather than heading to your local hospital.

Home care during the coronavirus pandemic is more important than ever. Brushing, flossing, and wearing your night guard (if recommended) can help keep your oral health in good condition during the COVID-19 outbreak.

How Often Should You Clean Your Teeth? Keeping your teeth clean goes a long way toward keeping them strong and healthy. So, how often should you clean your teeth?… Read more at Colgate.com

To our valued patients,

In accordance with the recommendation from the California Dental Association, we are doing our part to reduce exposure and "flatten the curve" by only seeing emergency patients over the next 2 weeks. If you do find yourself with an emergency, please call the office to speak with and make accommodations with Dr. Kay.

Your health and safety is of the utmost importance to us and appreciate your understanding through this unprecedented time. As more information becomes available, we will be assessing the plan going forward as needed.

Wishing You All Prosperity and Good Health,

Dr. Kay & Team

Your mouth is the gateway to your body. What are your teeth and gums saying about your health?

5 Insights Your Teeth Can Reveal About Your Overall Health Your dental health and overall health are closely connected. If something is wrong with your dental health, it could mean something else is

COVID-19 Update: We follow the strictest sterilization guidelines to keep you healthy every day. We also have special protocols in place. Stay up to date and learn how to minimize exposure.

Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) Coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) is a virus (more specifically, a coronavirus) identified as the cause of an outbreak of respiratory illness first detected in Wuhan, China.

Dr. Kay spent the weekend in Houston at the Winter Symposium where he was recognized with a Fellowship in Dental Implantology for extensive training and experience working with dental implants!

What are the healthiest foods for your smile?

Healthy Foods List: Seven Best Foods for Your Teeth Use a healthy foods list to improve your diet and the health of your mouth.