Periodontal Treatment
Gum Swelling
Swelling Gums Aren’t “Normal” — They’re Your Body’s Red‑Flag A little puffiness after you brush might seem harmless, but persistent gum swelling or bleeding is your mouth’s SOS signal. Inflamed tissue can hide deep bacterial pockets, threaten the bone that holds your teeth…
Filling Fell Out
What Should I Do When My Filling Falls Out? A tooth filling that suddenly pops loose can turn any ordinary day into a painful and nerve‑racking experience. The exposed tooth is now open to hot and cold temperatures, bacteria, and fractures, which means waiting for expert…
Temporary Crown Came Off
When your temporary crown comes off, whether it popped loose during lunch or slid off while you were flossing, the exposed tooth is suddenly vulnerable to fracture, sensitivity, and infection. At Lakefront Family Dentistry in Lake Elsinore, Dr. Derek Hauser…
Missing Tooth Replacement
Modern Dentistry Options for Every Smile A single missing tooth, whether it’s a front incisor that shows in every selfie or a back molar that quietly does all the chewing, can throw your entire bite (and confidence) out of balance. …
Adult Invisalign
Why Invisalign® at Lakefront Family Dentistry is the Modern Adult Fix Did your perfectly straight, braces-free smile from high school drift out of line once college, late-night grinding, or skipped retainers crept in? You’re not alone. Studies show nearly half…
PERIAPICAL ABSCESS
Complete Guide to Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment What Is a Periapical Abscess? A periapical abscess (also called a dental abscess or apical periodontitis) is a pocket of pus that forms at the tip of a tooth’s root. It develops when…
Crooked Teeth Treatment
Transforming Smiles with Invisalign for Adults to Treat Crooked Teeth Crooked teeth are not just an aesthetic concern, they can also significantly impact oral health, leading to issues such as difficulty cleaning teeth, increased wear and tear, and even painful…
Acute Necrotizing Ulcerative Gingivitis ANUG
Understanding Acute Necrotizing Ulcerative Gingivitis (ANUG): Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment at Lakefront Family Dentistry At Lakefront Family Dentistry in Lake Elsinore, California, Dr. Derek Hauser and Dr. Mark Phillipe bring over 40 years of combined experience in treating complex dental…
Denture Stomatitis Treatment
Denture stomatitis is a common condition that affects individuals who wear full or partial dentures. It’s characterized by inflammation and redness in the tissue beneath the dentures, often caused by poor hygiene, ill-fitting dentures, or a fungal infection like Candida…
Understanding Pericoronitis
Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Options at Lakefront Family Dentistry Pericoronitis is a common dental condition that occurs when the gum tissue surrounding a partially erupted tooth becomes inflamed and infected. This condition often affects wisdom teeth (third molars), particularly in young…
