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Should You Be Concerned about Your Child’s Bad Breath?

October 15th, 2026

The short answer to this question? Yes. Because your child’s breath is a reflection of his or her oral health, you should talk to Dr. Mohamadi and Dr. Azad if you notice any unpleasant changes. While better dental hygiene is usually the answer for young children, bad breath can also be a symptom of more…
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Dentistry around the World

October 8th, 2026

From the clinical perspective, dentistry is similar around the world. Dentists, like Dr. Mohamadi and Dr. Azad, go to school, obtain a license, and work hard to prevent and treat tooth decay, gum disease, oral infections, throat or oral cancer, tooth loss, and other conditions that might limit a person’s ability to smile, bite, chew,…
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October Is Orthodontic Health Month!

October 1st, 2026

October’s here! A month when we celebrate the beauty of fall, the taste of pumpkin spice, the fun of Halloween in Santa Maria, and the healthy smiles which orthodontic treatment makes possible!Because October is Orthodontic Health Month, and it’s a great time to talk about how your orthodontist helps you create not just a more…
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Does chronic stress impact periodontal health?

September 24th, 2026

Many studies over the past several years have focused on this question. Since we will all face stressful situations during our life, it is a good question to ask. This question also delves into the mind-body connection—the psychological having an effect on the physical and vice versa. Studies were performed as far back as the…
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