If you’re a teen who wants a top-notch oral health and smile, then our dentist, Dr. Derek Lichter, has some tips for you. It’s very important to make smile care a priority. You should brush twice a day, floss once a day and attend your checkups every six months. You should also have a smile-friendly diet. That’s right! Food can... read more »

If you’re interested in achieving the top-notch smile and oral health you deserve with dentures, then our dentist, Dr. Derek Lichter, encourages you to find out all there is to know about the appliance so you can ensure that it’s the right treatment option for you. The more you know, the better! So, he is happy to teach you all... read more »

Having a new baby is an exciting time in your life. However, it can also be stressful, especially if you don’t know much about each stage in your child’s life. But, there is a quick way you can fix that: By asking questions and doing your research. To help you, Dr. Derek Lichter and our dental team would like to... read more »

Did you know pregnancy can take a toll on your smile and oral health? Well, it’s true, which is why our Derek M. Lichter, DDS, Inc. dental team encourages you to do all you can to keep your teeth and gums in tip-top shape while you wait for your little one to arrive. In order to take good care of... read more »

Did you know swimming could take a toll on your oral health and smile? Well, it's true. In fact, there are many problems that can occur at the swimming pool. You could experience one or more of the following: -Swimmer’s calculus: Swimmer’s calculus is a dental issue that many experience if they spend more than six hours a week in... read more »

Are you afraid your child will grow up disliking the dentist, dental office, and dental treatments? If so, our Derek M. Lichter, DDS, Inc. team has some tips that will increase the chances of your child feeling more calm and comfortable in the dental chair. As your child grows, we recommend doing these things: -When you come in for your... read more »

Your child’s oral health is extremely important to our Derek M. Lichter, DDS, Inc. team, and dental emergencies are not our friends. If your child is currently experiencing a dental emergency, Dr. Derek Lichter asks you to stay calm, sooth your child, call 619-591-8945 and schedule an emergency appointment, and do the following things until you get to our office:... read more »

Do you have a dental crown? If so, it’s time to take proper care of it! If you don’t treat it as your natural teeth, your crown could become worn down or damaged, and we want your crown to last for years to come. So, to help you care for your crown, we strongly recommend doing the following things: ·... read more »

If you are interested in brightening your dull, yellow smile, there are many whitening techniques available in the dental field today to finally give you the bright smile you are looking for! It can be a little tricky finding the right whitening system for your smile, but if you meet with your dentist and talk to him or her about... read more »