by Dr. Ronald Atanay DDS | Nov 6, 2026 | Uncategorized
Updated November 6, 2026 You brushed this morning. You rinsed after lunch. An hour later, the smell is back. So what causes bad breath, and why does it keep coming back? Most bad breath starts in your mouth. Bacteria feed on bits of food and plaque and give off smelly...
by Dr. Ronald Atanay DDS | Nov 6, 2026 | Uncategorized
Updated November 6, 2026 Direct Answer Gums bleed when you brush mainly because plaque along the gumline has inflamed them, a stage called gingivitis. Brushing too hard isn’t the main cause. Recovery in one to two weeks assumes a professional cleaning first, so...
by Dr. Ronald Atanay DDS | Oct 13, 2026 | Uncategorized
Updated October 13, 2026 December 31 is the last day many dental plans will pay for this year’s care. If your plan runs on the calendar year, your dental insurance benefits expire at the end of the year. Whatever is left of your annual maximum usually...
by Dr. Ronald Atanay DDS | Sep 15, 2026 | Uncategorized
Updated October 7, 2026 | Sunset Dental, 1545 Morse Ave, Suite A, Ventura, CA 93003 | 805-676-1800 Direct Answer A dentist visit without insurance in Ventura costs $110 at Sunset Dental, covering all necessary digital X-rays, a comprehensive exam, and a regular...