Simi Valley, CA Dentist

Fluoride Treatment: Do You Need One?
posted: Feb. 22, 2023.

Over the past decade, most people have been ingesting less and less fluoride. This is not such a great trend, since fluoride has a history of successfully reducing tooth decay Read more
How can veneers improve my smile?
posted: Feb. 15, 2023.

the doctor and our team at Edward A. Chapin, DDS know your smile is an important part of your appearance; it can be a source of pride or embarrassment. Everyone Read more
The Transformation of Valentine's Day
posted: Feb. 08, 2023.

Did you know the actions leading to the beginnings of Valentine's Day were actually centered on the avoidance of war? A Catholic priest named Valentine defied the orders of the Read more
The Science of Sugar
posted: Feb. 01, 2023.

Some languages have many different words for love. Some have many different words for snow. One language even has different words for a tasty layered sandwich. Is that a hoagie Read more
Socket Preservation
posted: Jan. 25, 2023.

Dental implants are a marvel! They look just like your natural teeth, and, even better, they function just like your natural teeth. So, when you’re planning on a dental implant Read more
Let's Talk About Your Roots!
posted: Jan. 18, 2023.

You’ve learned a lot from your dentist and your family about how to take care of your teeth. You brush and floss, you wear a mouthguard when you’re active, and Read more
Brushing Mistakes You Don’t Know You’re Making
posted: Jan. 11, 2023.

It’s great that you’re enthusiastic about your dental health! Here are some tips from the doctor and our team to make sure you are getting the most out of your Read more
Going Green for the New Year
posted: Jan. 04, 2023.

Does your list of New Year’s resolutions for the coming months include reducing your ecological footprint? If so, let’s ring in the year with some basic—and some innovative—dental ideas to Read more
Smile, the New Year is Almost Here!
posted: Dec. 28, 2022.

We’ve been celebrating the new year for a really, really long time. It goes way back, but it started formally in 1582, when Pope George XIII made January 1st the Read more
The Importance of Regular Dental Checkups
posted: Dec. 21, 2022.

When was the last time you paid the doctor a visit? If you're like many people, chances are it was more than six months ago. We hear the reasons why Read more
What to Expect if You Haven’t Been to the Dentist in Forever
posted: Dec. 14, 2022.

It’s easy to miss a dental appointment. Life and duties intervene, and suddenly you have to push your appointment back once, then again, or forget about it. We get that. These Read more
How do I overcome my dental anxiety?
posted: Dec. 07, 2022.

Do you feel anxious before every dentist appointment? If the answer is yes, you are not alone—more than 75 percent of Americans feel anxious when visiting their dentist. Today, the Read more
What are Sealants?
posted: Nov. 30, 2022.

Sealants offer many benefits, but the best is their ability to protect your molars. Molars are full of small caverns that can be the perfect breeding ground for tooth decay Read more
Thanksgiving Trivia
posted: Nov. 23, 2022.

At Edward A. Chapin, DDS we love learning trivia and interesting facts about Thanksgiving! This year, the doctor wanted to share some trivia that might help you feel a bit Read more
Dental Infections
posted: Nov. 16, 2022.

the doctor and our team at Edward A. Chapin, DDS will tell you that dental infections can be very serious; sometimes, they develop into a life-threatening situation. Cavities are caused Read more
The Five Most Common Reasons for Emergency Visits
posted: Nov. 09, 2022.

An emergency usually evokes panic, and for good reason. Emergencies don’t discriminate when it comes to time or place. They’ll happen during your vacation, at home, while you’re shopping for Read more