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 »

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 »

We all know that oral health and proper tooth care are important, and we invite you to bring your child to our dentist when they are about one year old so we can help. But did you know that there are things you can do to care for your child’s smile even when they are an infant? In fact, you... read more »