What Is Conscious Sedation? Conscious sedation helps reduce anxiety, discomfort, and pain during certain procedures. This is accomplished with medications and (sometimes) local anesthesia to induce relaxation. Conscious sedation is commonly used in dentistry for people who feel anxious or[...]
Do you snore? Your Novato dentist may be an unlikely solution to your problem! Proper sleep is so important for your body. The quality of your sleep can affect your body’s ability to heal itself. This rest period is vital for your overall health and well-being. Your mind has an opportunity to[...]
Happy 2020 from your Novato dentist! The new year is the perfect opportunity to establish goals and reset timelines that will help you in the future. Your toothbrush bristles naturally wear down over time and harbor bacteria, so they should be replaced every few months. By replacing at the [...]
The holidays are nearly here. You’ve likely thought about what would make the perfect gift. What could be better than the gift you share with the world every day? Your smile can be shared infinitely and will outlast any material item. With office parties and family get-togethers, there are [...]
Our Novato dentist, Sun Costigan, DDS, MAGD, together with our staff wish you a happy Fall! When Fall Equinox arrives, it’s a cue for the menu to include pumpkin everything. This is fantastic news for your oral health, as pumpkins have many great health benefits. Remember to brush your teeth [...]
Have you ever had acrylic fingernails put on, or seen someone else’s acrylic nails? Congratulations, you have an idea of what dental veneers do. They cover your natural tooth and are used for aesthetic fixes like stains or discoloration. In this article, we’ll provide more details about [...]
Each April, our Novato dentist office likes to remind our patients about Oral Cancer Awareness Month. This does not mean that we are only concerned about it one month out of the year, however. In fact, did you know we provide oral cancer screening services each time you visit us for your [...]
In just a few short months many of our Novato dentist patients will walk across a stage in their cap and gown ready to accept their diplomas. As the dentist Novato families trust with their cosmetic dentistry and oral health, we’ve had the honor of watching you all grow into adulthood. We[...]
A variety of services to help your oral health are available at our Novato dentist office. Our goal is to keep your smile looking great while ensuring your oral health is cared for. We help with tooth decay, gum disease, TMJ and bite issues and much more. As the dentist Novato residents [...]
Have you ever considered how you brush and floss your teeth? For the most part our Novato dentist patients have brushing and flossing covered. However, there are times when common, yet easily correctable, mistakes become apparent. As a dentist Novato residents trust for their oral health [...]