Blog | Nicholas Poblete, DDS - Dentist in Modesto, CA

The Best Snacks for a Healthy Smile
posted: Dec. 19, 2023.

One of the most frequent questions that the doctor and our team hear is about what kinds of snacks are best for a child’s dental health. Sugary snacks are inevitable Read more
Common Wisdom Teeth Problems
posted: Dec. 12, 2023.

Have you ever wondered why people have wisdom teeth? These are a third set of molars that come in behind the rest of all your other teeth, usually during early Read more
Intraoral Cameras
posted: Dec. 05, 2023.

It seems today’s technology has made every moment a camera-ready opportunity. (Just check your friends and their latest selfies.) What you may not expect is the opportunity to see a Read more
Dental Emergencies in Children
posted: Nov. 28, 2023.

Dental emergencies are bound to come up when you have young children. the doctor and our team want to you to be prepared in case you run into a difficult Read more
Something To Chew On
posted: Nov. 21, 2023.

Chewing gum can be a sticky problem. We’re not talking about etiquette, or nutrition, or how to get rid of the darned stuff when you don’t have a trash container Read more
Your Sunny Smile
posted: Nov. 14, 2023.

Your beaming smile makes a sunny day even brighter—and that sunny day can return the favor! How does the sun affect your dental health? Let’s shine some light on the Read more
National Brush Day
posted: Nov. 07, 2023.

October 31—Halloween. Fourth Thursday in November—Thanksgiving. And, in between these two favorite autumn holidays, we have November 1—National Brush Day! Okay, okay. Maybe National Brush Day isn’t quite as well-known as Read more
Dental Anxiety
posted: Oct. 31, 2023.

If you suffer from dental anxiety, a visit to Nicholas Poblete might seem like a daunting prospect. Perhaps you had a bad experience in the past, but whatever the reason, Read more
Do We Outgrow Tooth Decay?
posted: Oct. 24, 2023.

Short answer: No. But, since an answer that short is hardly worth the time it took you to click on the link, allow us to explain further! We tend to think Read more
What are the five things I should do in between visits?
posted: Oct. 17, 2023.

When it comes to keeping your smile looking its best, good oral hygiene is a must! Good oral health habits should start early and continue throughout your lifetime. Here, the Read more
Is soda really bad for your teeth?
posted: Oct. 10, 2023.

You take a sip of soda – and someone remarks, “That’s going to ruin your teeth!” Is that true? Is sweet soda the enemy of a healthy smile? The answer, unfortunately, Read more
Fall’s in the Air? Think Fall Dental Care
posted: Oct. 03, 2023.

Whether you already miss the sun’s bright rays, or can’t wait for some cool, crisp weather and colorful leaves, summer is making way for fall. And the change of seasons Read more
Ease up on your gums — don’t brush your teeth too hard!
posted: Sep. 26, 2023.

A lot of patients go at their teeth like they were sanding an old floor—that is to say, way too hard! Brushing too hard is probably the most common mistake Read more
Timing Matters!
posted: Sep. 19, 2023.

Many patients at Nicholas Poblete are under the impression that harder brushing leads to cleaner teeth, but that is not true. Gentle brushing is just as effective, and less likely Read more
Electric Toothbrushes vs. Regular Toothbrushes
posted: Sep. 12, 2023.

Convertible or sedan? Downtown or suburbs? Electric or manual toothbrush? As life decisions go, it’s certainly not choosing your next car, or deciding where you want to live. But, even Read more
Summer Smiles
posted: Sep. 05, 2023.

The “Back to School” ads are out already? Halloween candy’s showing up in stores? Just a minute—summer isn’t quite over yet! While the days are still warm, let’s look at Read more