posted: Mar. 25, 2026.

Tooth decay affects everyone, with studies reporting that 92% of adults have had a cavity at one point in their lifetime. In more serious instances of tooth decay, however, the Read more

posted: Mar. 18, 2026.

Baby teeth come with a built-in expiration date. That charming first smile is meant to make way for a healthy, beautiful adult smile. Unfortunately, before they are ready to make Read more

posted: Mar. 11, 2026.

Millions of people, around Chula Vista, California and beyond, wear green on St. Patrick’s Day so they can show their spirit for the holiday and avoid getting pinched. While it Read more

posted: Mar. 04, 2026.

Capturing the Moment At Paul A Martin, DDS, Inc. we know that just about anyone who has taken on the challenge of planning her own wedding could tell you how important Read more

posted: Feb. 25, 2026.

At Paul A Martin, DDS, Inc., we know our patients love a good amount of rest each night in order to be energized for the day and week ahead. After Read more

posted: Feb. 18, 2026.

You pay attention to what you eat. After all, your oral health depends on it. Without the necessary proteins, vitamins, and minerals in your diet, your teeth and gums will Read more

posted: Feb. 11, 2026.

Valentine’s Day, also known as Saint Valentine’s Day, has been said to originate with a Catholic priest named Valentine several thousand year ago. Valentine defied the emperor at the time Read more

posted: Feb. 04, 2026.

It’s the littlest month of the year, so what better time to think about the dental health of our littlest family members? February is National Children’s Dental Health Month, and Read more

posted: Jan. 28, 2026.

Absolutely. Checking in with the doctor on a regular basis—usually every six months—is essential to keeping your smile looking its best. At Paul A Martin, DDS, Inc., we are proud Read more

posted: Jan. 21, 2026.

At Paul A Martin, DDS, Inc., we know most of our patients enjoy a cup of coffee or two throughout the day. But what many of you don’t know is Read more

posted: Jan. 14, 2026.

You might have a small chip in a tooth from an unfortunate encounter with peanut brittle, or even several chips from a touch football game that got a little out Read more

posted: Jan. 07, 2026.

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

posted: Dec. 31, 2025.

It’s a new year, and a resolution found on many lists is learning to be more mindful about healthy food choices. You might have set some of these goals yourself. Read more

posted: Dec. 24, 2025.

If there’s one meal that can claim the title of “Sweetest Meal of the Day,” it’s almost certainly breakfast. Sugary cereals, syrup-covered waffles, oatmeal with honey, cinnamon toast (which is Read more

posted: Dec. 17, 2025.

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

posted: Dec. 10, 2025.

Time for some sweet talk! Many studies have been done to figure out why we enjoy sugar so much. Is it brain chemistry? Is it blood sugar getting a bit Read more