Americans spend millions of dollars on the appearance of their teeth every year. Having flaws in your smile can be embarrassing, and this causes many people have issues with their self confidence. Fortunately, there are several things you can do to attain a more beautiful smile. And when you’re considering your options, please don’t forget about dental veneers. Dental veneers... 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 »

Having dentures can help you in more ways than giving you a beautiful smile. Did you know, having dentures can also help you eat or talk normally when you have missing teeth? Well, it’s true! Thousands of people have turned to dentures to help them with a smile restoration and to help them eat some of their favorite foods again.... read more »

As pumpkin season begins to hit full swing, it is important to not forget your oral health needs. Nine months of hard work on your teeth, can be easily eradicated in the space of a few awful weeks, if you don’t continue to take care of your mouth. Here are a few tips for caring for your teeth this season,... read more »

Here at Derek M. Lichter, DDS, Inc. in Chula Vista, California, we want to help keep your smile healthy. With the holidays approaching, we understand the temptations of the sugary delights and the amazing spices that fill the air. During the holidays it’s way too easy to let our oral care slide. That is why our team is here to... read more »

As you probably know, the holiday season typically spans from Halloween to New Years. Typically, this season is a time of fun and family. Similarly, during this season, you’ll probably find yourself surrounded by more sweets than you normally might. As you can probably guess, this means you might be more vulnerable to cavities. Naturally, one thing you might want... read more »

How do you know if your baby is actually teething? What signs should you watch for? If your baby is teething, what can you do for your little one? How can you, as their parent and guardian, help them with this painful process? Here are a few ideas on how teething and how to help your child through it. If... read more »

Do you brush and floss regularly? Do you make a point of visiting your dentist once every six months? Do you ever wonder if there’s anything else you can do to keep your teeth healthy and strong? If you do wonder, would you be surprised to learn that exercising regularly can help? For example, exercising regularly can even decrease your... read more »

Are you worried about your little one's oral health? If you are, good for you. As you can probably guess, if your child has clean, healthy teeth while they're young, they'll probably develop healthy habits that can last for year to come. But, what can you do to help your little one develop these healthy habits? Clearly one of the... read more »

If you aren’t quite sure what the ADA Seal of Acceptance is, our Derek M. Lichter, DDS, Inc. team is happy to help you! The seal is a green-squared logo that is placed on oral hygiene products that have been tested for safety and effectiveness. If you are looking for a great product for your smile, choose one that has... read more »