Since we live by the beautiful ocean, let’s keep our kids' dental hygiene in theme with that. FlosSeas flossers feature colorful sea animal shapes, with high quality nylon floss to prevent breakage. Contact our office for more details!

Proper flossing is just as important for your dental health as brushing regularly. Flossing, you see, cleans food and plaque that builds up between teeth and below the gumline, key areas that brushing simply cannot reach.

Are you feeling something out of the ordinary with your teeth? It may come and go, but that is a sign for you to have it checked by your dentist -- that would be me! Give us a call today and we will get you in for an appointment.

~Dr. Erini

Anyone who plays a sport, even adults and weekend athletes need to protect their smiles. According to the National Youth Sports Safety Foundation, children, high-school athletes and adults will have more than 5,000,000 teeth knocked out in sporting events this year.

Mouth guards cushion blows to the face and neck, and protect your pearly whites! Call our office for more information…

~ Dr. Erini

We are pleased to announce that our office now offers OraVerse. It reverses the effect of the anesthetic, in half the time, so you feel like yourself again with no more numbing sensation! Feel free to ask us about this product the next time you're in the office for an appointment.

~ Dr. Erini

Cities have been adjusting the fluoride levels in water since 1964. Since that time, fluoridation has dramatically improved the oral health of tens of millions of Americans. Community water fluoridation is the single most effective public health measure to prevent tooth decay, but you may not be drinking as much fluoridated water as you may think. If bottled or home-purified water is your main source for drinking water, you may be missing out on this extremely safe and effective mineral that prevents tooth decay.

Of course, using toothpaste with the ADA Seal of Approval is a good source of fluoride, but optimal levels of absorption can only be achieved if you use it as directed: brushing twice a day for two to three minutes each time.

At our office, you can receive professionally applied topical fluoride during your next dental checkup. This is extremely important for people who are at high risk for tooth decay, including children, people with less than perfect oral hygiene, people undergoing orthodontic treatment, and people with weakened enamel due to lifestyle choices or genetic factors. If you have any questions regarding fluoride, please feel free to ask us at the office. We want you to have the healthiest smile possible.

Did you know that your diet may have an unfortunate side effect? A low carb diet, such as the Atkins plan, can cause “dragon” breath. Coffee and alcohol can also trigger mouth odor.

Always looking out for you…If you have any other questions about how your diet may affect your oral health, give us a call or ask at your next appointment!

~ Dr. Erini

Wouldn’t it be great to have a band-aid for that sore in your mouth? I can do better than that! It’s called a “Perio Patch”. My band-aids help promote natural healing by forming a protective seal which rids you of pain and irritation. If you are experiencing a painful sore on your mouth, give my office a call and we would love to help you…

~Dr. Erini

Everyone wants fresh breath, but I bet you didn’t know that drinking tea may be helpful. Tea contains polypehnols, a plant chemical that helps curb bacterial growth… hence fresher breath!

Dental X-rays are an essential and invaluable tool to help assist us in evaluating your oral health. With X-rays, we can see what’s happening beneath the surface of your teeth and gums and identify oral health issues otherwise hidden during a visual exam, including:

• small areas of decay between the teeth or below existing restorations (fillings)
• infections in the bone
• periodontal (gum) disease
• abscesses or cysts
• developmental abnormalities
• types of tumors

If left untreated, these problems can lead to expensive, time-consuming, and painful conditions, so it’s important to find and treat them early.
Dental X-rays are extremely safe, and our team is certified in the proper use of our digital X-ray equipment. The amount of radiation that you are exposed to from dental X-rays is very small compared to your daily exposure from things like atmospheric radiation and naturally-occurring radioactive elements, as well as medical X-rays you may have gotten at your doctor’s office or hospital. In fact our digital system dramatically decreases the already minimal amount of exposure even further. We try to be as conservative as possible when prescribing x-rays but do need them to see what is going on where our eyes can't see.

Remember to send us your great smile pictures by March 31, 2012, and you will be entered to win the Ultimate Teeth Bleaching Package in our "Show Us Your Smile" Contest!

Simply email your favorite smile shot to office@sanclementedentist.com, along with your name. Once your photo has been included within our Facebook contest photo album, you’ll want to let your friends, family and coworkers know so that they can share their feedback! Our team will be determining the winner, also taking into account the number of “Likes” that each photo receives.

*Please note that by entering our “Show Us Your Smile” Photo Contest, you are giving us permission to share your photo on our social networks.

We have received some great photos, and we look forward to seeing more of your great smiles! Good luck!

-Dr. Erini Redmond & team

Have you sent us your great smile photos yet? When you send us your smile pictures by March 31, 2012, you will be entered to win the Ultimate Teeth Bleaching Package!

This great package includes Sheer White (whitening trays: 5 pre-loaded upper trays and 5 pre-loaded lower trays), Bright Smile Mouthwash (maintains a healthy white smile) and Bright Smile Toothpaste (fluoridated toothpaste with a patented whitening formula)! After you whiten with the trays, the mouthwash and toothpaste will maintain that beautiful, white smile. The total value of this package is $115, and it could be yours for FREE!

Simply email your favorite smile shot to office@sanclementedentist.com, along with your name. Once your photo has been included within our Facebook contest photo album, you’ll want to let your friends, family and coworkers know so that they can share their feedback! Our team will be determining the winner, also taking into account the number of “Likes” that each photo receives.

*Please note that by entering our “Show Us Your Smile” Photo Contest, you are giving us permission to share your photo on our social networks.

We look forward to seeing your smile shots!

- Dr. Erini Redmond and team

Would you like to win the Ultimate Teeth Bleaching Package? Are you in love with your smile? Now through March 31, 2012, we’re excited to host our “Show Us Your Smile” photo contest, which is an opportunity for all of our patients to share their favorite smile shots for a chance to win whitening toothpaste, rinse & package of whitening trays from our office!

You might be wondering, “How do I enter this Photo Contest?” It’s simple; all you have to do is email your favorite smile shot to office@sanclementedentist.com, along with your name.

Once your photo has been included within our Facebook contest photo album, you’ll want to let your friends, family and coworkers know so that they can share their feedback! Our team will be determining the winner, also taking into account the number of “Likes” that each photo receives.

*Please note that by entering our “Show Us Your Smile” Photo Contest, you are giving us permission to share your photo on our social networks.

We look forward to seeing your smile shots!

-Dr. Erini Redmond and team

Wondering what toothpaste is right for you? You're not alone. We know that the aisle at the grocery store can become a bit overwhelming. We carry a desensitizing and cavity preventing toothpaste in our office, Clinpro 5000. Give us a call today and see if it is right for you.

Have a great day!

~ Dr. Erini Redmond

Valentine’s Day is here! Did you get sweets from your sweetheart? It’s once again time to remind all of our patients to be extra careful when choosing those candies and treats!

All those sweet, sour and sticky candies may taste great, but these treats are known to damage teeth, as well as braces if you’re wearing them! Did you know sour candies can be acidic to your teeth, and actually wear down the enamel that protects them? This can cause tooth decay and cavities! Sour and fruity candy, such as Starburst and Skittles, are the worst for your teeth since these candies have a low pH value, which is known to ruin enamel.

We recommend softer treats, such as soft chocolate or peanut butter cups, or melt-in-your-mouth foods. Those who indulge should make sure they brush and floss between teeth, as well as at the gum line. Make sure to schedule your regular cleaning and check up appointment!

Happy Valentine’s Day from all of us at Dr. Erini Redmond’s office

Bad Breath...Yikes, nobody wants it. If you know someone with bad breath or halitosis, a complete dental evaluation is what Dr. Erini recommends. Dental decay or gum disease may be the cause. It can be treated!

Give our office a call to schedule an appointment!

Forever Fresh,
Dr. Erini

Thinking about getting an oral piercing? Dr. Erini Redmond warns you to think again...There are many different complications with oral piercings, which include:

1. Infection
2. Swelling
3. Pain
4. Cracked Teeth
5. Nerve damage
6. Loss of taste
7. Blood poisoning

Did we give you enough to think about? Take it from Dr. Erini, this is not as "cool" as it looks.

Always looking out for you!

~Dr. Erini

Everyone loves fun facts and dental tips. Fun, fun, fun! Dr. Erini Redmond and our team at the office came across these dental fun facts recently and thought you might enjoy!

• The second most common disease in the United States is cavities. The first is the common cold.
• There are almost 9,000 accidental pockings and piercings with toothpicks per year.
• X-rays may be an effective tool in preventing strokes.
• A child will have 20 baby teeth by the time he or she is 2 years old. Through childhood, kids gradually lose baby teeth and grow 32 permanent teeth, including wisdom teeth.
• According to consumer reports, dentists are among the 5 most trusted professionals in the United States.
• Approximately $2 billion a year is spent on dental products like toothpastes, mouthwashes and dental floss.
• The average American spends about 38 days brushing teeth over his or her lifetime.
• Kids in North America spend half a billion dollars per year on chewing gum.
• Approximately 94 percent of Americans say they brush nightly while only 81 percent say they brush first thing in the morning.
• Grand Rapids, MI was the first American city to fluoridate its water.
• Earliest record of a toothbrush was found in Chinese literature about 1600 AD
• The natural bristles of early toothbrushes were taken from the necks and shoulders of swine, especially pigs living in colder climates like Siberia and China.

Dr. Erini Redmond and our team are known for providing exceptional treatment, excellent customer service, and dazzling smiles! We are extremely conscious of the specific needs of all our patients, and we aim to provide patient-oriented care with your best interests in mind.

Whether you’ve just come in for a consultation or your family has been visiting our office for years, did you know you can “like” us on Facebook and visit our blog? In the upcoming weeks, we will be giving away one site of Botox to one lucky patient who “likes” us on Facebook.

*Please note that this contest is only open to those patients who are over the age of 18 years old.

Good luck and see you on Facebook!

-Dr. Redmond and team

Dr. Erini Redmond and our team are known for providing exceptional treatment, excellent customer service, and dazzling smiles! We are extremely conscious of the specific needs of all our patients, and we aim to provide patient-oriented care with your best interests in mind.

Whether you’ve just come in for a consultation or your family has been visiting our office for years, did you know you can “like” us on Facebook and visit our blog? In the upcoming weeks, we will be giving away one site of Botox to one lucky patient who “likes” us on Facebook.

*Please note that this contest is only open to those patients who are over the age of 18 years-old.

See you on Facebook!

-Dr. Redmond and team

Even if you brush and floss daily, it is still important to see us at Dr. Erini Redmond's office every 6 months, or as recommended.

Why?

• We can detect and treat tooth and gum problems that you may have never felt or noticed.
• Even thorough daily oral care may not be enough to prevent cavities and oral decay.
• Frequent visits can allow us to treat a problem early to prevent future complications.

If you are overdue for an appointment with us, please give us a call today!

-- Dr. Redmond & Team

Dr. Erini Redmond and our team love getting patient reviews. And lately we have been getting some pretty great patient testimonials! We thought we'd share some with you today!

"I have been seeing Dr. Redmond and her staff for almost 7 years now. After my first two years in her care, I transferred my entire family from different practices, into her care. As a healthcare professional for the past 10 years, I consider myself an expert. So, in my professional opinion; The attention to detail, Dr. Redmond's focus on superior care for patients, and her staff's approach to patient care are the reasons she is the BEST dentist in San Clemente. Her vision for a practice has created and environment that is relaxing for the patients, and the results show. My two children will tell you they enjoy the dentist, and look forward to visiting. When I recommend her to others in my community, I recommend that every family member see her. Thank you doctor for creating a place to relax."
-- JB

"Dr. Erini Redmond is a wonderful dentist. She makes even the most apprehensive patient(ME) feel very comfortable and at ease. She takes the time to explain every procedure and is very gentle, often stopping to ask "are you ok?" She is truly one of a kind. Her staff is very pleasant and her hygenist Alysia is also very gentle and takes her time. I recommend Dr. Redmond to all my family and friends."
-- Mia

"I love this office, it is the best! Dr. Redmond is a perfectionist and that is what you want in a dentist. Her staff is great. From the minute you walk in, to the minute you leave you are so well taken care of! They just make it so simple. I'm telling all my friends!"
-- Pearl

Thank you so much for all of your kind words! We look forward to serving you in the New Year!

Happy New Year!

Dr. Erini P. Redmond's office, serving San Clemente, CA and the surrounding areas, strives to provide exceptional treatment in an informative and friendly environment. Have you had a great experience at our office?

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Thank you,
The team at Dr. Redmond's office

This Holiday Season let your smile shine with our "Sheer White" Bleaching system. This is the perfect stocking stuffer! 5 pre-loaded trays for only $50.00.

For more information about this great deal, visit Dr. Erini Redmond's office, give us a call or leave us a comment on Facebook!

Let's make it a White Christmas! For a "sparkling white smile" this Holiday Season, try our "Sheer White" trays. They include 5 disposable pre-loaded wax trays. Wear them when you want and look fabulous all year long...

Happy Holidays!
Dr. Erini

Don't get your tinsel in a tangle this holiday season! Dr. Erini Redmond and our team have a stocking stuffer for you. With an electric toothbrush, you can keep the twinkle in your smile during the holidays. Call my office today to reserve your adult or child's Sonicare toothbrush.

Smile with Style,
Dr. Erini

Dr. Redmond and our team are known for providing exceptional treatment, excellent customer service, and dazzling smiles! We are extremely conscious of the specific needs of all our patients, and we aim to provide patient-oriented care with your best interests in mind.

Whether you’ve just come in for a consultation or your family has been visiting our office for years, did you know you can “like” us on Facebook and visit our blog? In the upcoming weeks, we will be giving away one site of Botox to one lucky patient who “likes” us on Facebook. What a great way to look fabulous for the holidays!

*Please note that this contest is only open to those patients who are over the age of 18 years-old.

See you on Facebook!

-Dr. Redmond and team

You may have heard the rumors out there that children sealent applications release BPA, or bisphenol A. As a mother herself, Dr. Erini Redmond is concerned about this as well. However, you can rest assured that the sealent material used in our San Clemente, CA office, which is manufactured by 3M, does not contain any BPA.

BPA has been a recent concern after it was linked to different health problems. Therefore, it has been banned by many plastic bottle manufacturers. However, we are proud to offer our patients a product that is BPA-free and safe for children.

If you have any questions about BPA, or your dental care, feel free to contact our office!

Whether you’ve been a patient of ours for years or just started visiting Dr. Erini Redmond's office and have a follow-up question for Dr. Redmond or our team, or if you’d simply like to drop us a quick line, we’d love to hear from you! We love connecting with our patients online, whether it’s by sharing news on our blog or communicating ideas on our interactive Facebook page.

Please visit Dr. Redmond and our team on the following networks:

• Facebook
• YouTube
• Twitter

In fact, keep your eye on our social networks for an upcoming patient contest, just in time for the holidays!

Dr. Erini Redmond and team, serving San Clemente, CA, deliver the highest quality dental care in a personalized environment. We make dental treatment fun and enjoyable. Just see what our patients have to say!

"This was the first time Debbie worked on my teeth cleaning. She is exceptionally nice & communicative, and seems like she loves what she does. And of course, Dr. Erini Redmond is the best!!!"
-Carrie H.

"I was very impressed with everyone there, very friendly nice and informative, you are definitely our new family dentist."
- Larry W.

"Dana is very thorough and patient, observes my request to avoid cavatron. Kathy always very efficient and professional. Of course, Doctor Redmond is wonderful."
- Maggie H.

Thank you so much for all of your kind words. We look forward to seeing you at your next appointment!