As our bodies grow to adulthood, our mouths include a hidden reminder of youth called wisdom teeth. When these teeth finally emerge, usually between the ages of 17-21, they often don’t have the space they need to grow in straight, which can cause serious oral problems and require an extraction. Wisdom tooth extraction requires expert care, such as that given by Mas’ood Cajee DDS MPH in Manteca, CA.
Having a missing tooth can affect the way you feel about your smile and your appearance. It can also affect your dental health long-term. If you have a missing tooth and need a replacement, you may have heard of a Dental Bridges. This is just one of the many dental services we offer here at the office of Mas’ood Cajee DDS MPH in Manteca, CA.
But you may wonder what a dental bridge is and when it is a good idea to get one. We will answer those questions in this article. We will also discuss the different types of bridges, benefits of bridges, and what to expect from the treatment.
Read MoreWe live in a very fast-paced culture—we want everything quickly and cheaply. Sometimes this is wonderful, but the problem happens when companies offer discount solutions on your health and the health of your mouth. SmileDirectClub is offering such a discount, but it’s important to know all the downsides and risks associated with it and why seeing a legitimate dentist, like Dr. Mas’ood Cajee DDS, MPH in Manteca, CA, is the safest and most effective way to have the smile of your dreams.
Needing orthodontic treatment is very common among both children and adults. Finding out that you or your child is in this situation can be overwhelming at first, but it helps to know that treatment can lead to better oral health and a more confident smile. In the past, braces were the only option available for straightening teeth. Now, many people are turning to Invisalign® in order to straighten their smile. Invisalign vs braces effectiveness, which is superior? Let’s take a look at both of these options and see which may be better for you.
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Read MoreNew Mobile App from the California Smokers' Helpline!
The California Smokers’ Helpline is pleased to announce its new, free quit smoking mobile app for iPhone, No Butts. No Butts uses proven methods to help smokers quit including a personalized quit plan and information about effective quitting aids.
The app also features other useful tools like a personal log of smoking triggers, motivational reminders, and a variety of quit smoking tips.
This free app is currently available only for iPhones but will also be available for Android phones in the future. To download the app from the Apple Store, please go to: https://itunes.apple.com
Dr Mas'ood Cajee "is my personal dentist...I would definitely recommend Dr. Cajee." — Jaimee Lee, KAT Country 103.3 FM
Read MoreWe need to keep our teeth healthy because we use our teeth to bite and chew, but did you know dolphins only use their teeth to grasp? Dolphins can’t chew, because dolphins’ jaws have no muscles. Chewing our food is important for enjoying our food and digesting our food. When we lose our teeth, we lose our ability to enjoy and digest our food. That's why full dentures are not always a good idea if they can be avoided. Denture wearers struggle to eat food. Like dolphins, they can grasp, but they can't fully chew. — Mas'ood Cajee, DDS, MPH; Manteca, CA
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Feeling stressed or sluggish? A little dirt under your nails might be just what the doctor ordered. Gardening isn’t just about pretty flowers—it can help your heart, your mood, and even your social life.
“You’d be surprised how many of our patients tell us they feel calmer, stronger, and more optimistic after spending time in the garden,” says Dr. Mas’ood Cajee, DDS, MPH, a Manteca-based dentist and wellness advocate.
Trouble on your waist, White on your plate? Refined carbs like pasta, white rice, bread, and noodles may appear harmless but secretly harm your health. Let's embrace the right and rethink the white!
Ultra-processed foods are made to be highly tempting and easy to overeat, but you can take simple steps to avoid overconsumption. Here are some key strategies to help:
