We are pleased to offer a full range of dental care services and dental treatments. Our dental services include: children's, cosmetic, family, general, implant, laser, preventive, restorative and sedation dentistry.
Gum Disease Can Contribute to Serious Health Conditions
Medical research has determined that gum disease has a link to serious conditions like diabetes, stroke, and heart disease. According to the American Dental Association, over three-quarters of the American population has periodontal infection at some level. Dentists consider this to be an epidemic, due to the seriousness of the infection and the percentage of the population afflicted.
The bacteria in the gums travel throughout the bloodstream, affecting the normal functioning of major organs. The American Academy of Periodontology reports, "studies found periodontal infection may contribute to the development of heart disease, increase the risk of premature, underweight births, and pose a serious threat to people whose health is already compromised due to diabetes and respiratory diseases." Melinda Marino DDS Family and Cosmetic Dentistry 9910 Mira Mesa Boulevard, Suite D San Diego, CA 92131 (858) 578-0800 MelindaMarinoDDS.com
The habit: “This can cause chipping or cracking of the teeth, as well as muscle tenderness or joint pain,” Dr. Messina says. “You might also feel like you can’t open your mouth wide or chew with pain.” The solution: “Relaxation exercises and staying aware makes a difference,” he says. A nighttime mouthguard can also help. “You’ll have less tooth damage, less pain and muscle soreness and better sleep.” To read the entire article please visit MouthHealthy.org Melinda Marino DDS Family and Cosmetic Dentistry 9910 Mira Mesa Boulevard, Suite D San Diego, CA 92131 (858) 578-0800 MelindaMarinoDDS.com
Wearing dentures can mean having to deal with the annoyances of poorly fitting dentures that slip and tilt when eating or speaking. Adhesives don't work as well as they should, and the same problems continue. Dr. Marino is pleased to present an alternative to the use of messy adhesives. Overdentures will keep your dentures in place and let you eat whatever you like. By the strategic placement of just a few dental implants, your dentures are anchored in place. They snap off for cleaning and are easy to re-insert. Come in to see if you are a candidate for overdentures that will add a new quality to your life. Melinda Marino DDS Family and Cosmetic Dentistry 9910 Mira Mesa Boulevard, Suite D San Diego, CA 92131 (858) 578-0800 MelindaMarinoDDS.com
We can get your teeth their whitest with our professional-strength power whitening. It is the same treatment you may have seen on television or in magazines. All stains and dullness are removed in one visit, and this brilliance can last for years.
We also custom make whitening trays for a treatment that you complete at home. Using the supplies we give you and following the instructions, you will see great results in 1 – 14 days. Melinda Marino DDS Family and Cosmetic Dentistry 9910 Mira Mesa Boulevard, Suite D San Diego, CA 92131 (858) 578-0800 MelindaMarinoDDS.com
The association between gum diseases and heart disease is not a secret anymore. It has always raised a question in my mind if maintaining good oral health can help me achieve good overall health. Well, the answer is “yes.” Maintaining good oral health can save us from spending thousands of dollars on preventing heart diseases. We can say that proper brushing and flossing can help us maintain a healthy heart. According to the American Academy of Periodontolgy, people with gum diseases are twice as likely to develop coronary artery disease, one of the leading causes of heart attacks. Atherosclerosis also known as “hardening of arterial wall” is one of the major etiological factors of heart disease. This occurs due to deposition of plaque (formed by accumulation of fat and other blood substances on the arterial wall). This can eventually clog the artery leading to complete blockage of coronary arteries precipitating into stroke. To read the entire article written by Swati Yadav, please visit ASDABlog.com
Medical research has determined that gum disease has a link to serious conditions like diabetes, stroke, and heart disease. According to the American Dental Association, over three-quarters of the American population has periodontal infection at some level. Dentists consider this to be an epidemic, due to the seriousness of the infection and the percentage of the population afflicted. 
