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Jonathan Ford

Bio

Dr. Jonathan Ford graduated from the University of Pennsylvania School of Dental Medicine in 2007. He scored in the top 5% of the country on his National Dental Boards, as well as earned honors for his studies in the fields of Pharmacology and Therapeutics. Dr. Jonathan Ford is passionate about educating the community and other doctors about dental health. He has given the grand rounds lecture at Long Beach Memorial Hospital. He is also an active member of the Huntington Beach Kiwanis and donates his time to several community service projects. He lives here in Huntington Beach with his wife Nadiah.

Specialties:

  • dentistry

Affiliation:

  • Ford Dental Group

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Activity

  • Sharecare News
    Sharecare News posted a story about Dentistry:
    Diet Soda Habit as Bad for Teeth as Meth Addiction, Study Claims

    THURSDAY, May 23 (HealthDay News) -- Heavy consumption of diet soda can damage teeth as badly as methamphetamine or crack cocaine, a new study contends.

    "You look at it side-to-side with 'meth mouth' or 'coke mouth,' it is startling to see the intensity and extent of damage more or less t...Full Article

  • Sharecare News
    Sharecare News posted a story about Dentistry:
    Alligator Study Gives Clues to Regrowing Lost Teeth

    TUESDAY, May 14 (HealthDay News) -- Dentists, as it turns out, may have one more reason than the rest of us to be wary of alligators. The toothy reptiles may one day put those who install implants, bridges and dentures out of their jobs.

    Alligators continually make new teeth to replace t...Full Article

  • Jonathan Ford
    Jonathan Ford answered:
    How often should I replace my toothbrush?
    Since toothbrushes can harbor so many bacteria, it is recommended that you change your toothbrush every 3-4 months. Don’t wait until the bristles fray or your brush develops mold!!! Yes…this can happen. Here are also other times when you want to change your toothbrush.
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  • Jonathan Ford
    Jonathan Ford answered:
    Are bad teeth hereditary?

    Bad teeth can be used to describe several teeth with lots of decay or it can be used to describe teeth that are crooked or misaligned. Crooked teeth are usually passed down from generation to generation due to genetics. However, bad teeth that described teeth with lots of decay is usually from bad habits.

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  • Jonathan Ford
    Jonathan Ford answered:
    Is OTC tooth whitening different from professional teeth whitening?

    Yes and no. The only major difference is the concentrations of the tooth whitening solution also known as hydrogen peroxide or carbamide peroxide. Over the counter teeth whitening comes in a much smaller concentration and takes longer to whiten your teeth. Professional whitening is much stronger and takes

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  • Jonathan Ford
    Jonathan Ford answered:
    How does tooth decay damage teeth?
    Tooth decay is formed when acid demineralizes your teeth. Bacteria in our mouths break down food particles into acid and then acid then softens your enamel and dentin(the inside layer of your teeth). The teeth become so soft that the tooth structure beings to dissolve creating a very large cavity.   Full Post
  • Jonathan Ford
    Jonathan Ford has posted a blog entry: Commone Tooth Whitening Questions?
    How does teeth whitening work?

    The active ingredient is either hydrogen peroxide or carbamide peroxide and not “bleach.” Our teeth have microscopic pores that get clogged from things like smoking, drinking wine and coffee or eating foods with dark pigments. These pores are so small that even brushing your

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  • Jonathan Ford
    Jonathan Ford answered:
    What causes gum disease?

    Gum disease (periodontal disease) is a slow progressing, chronic disease that infects your gums and the bone surrounding your teeth. If it becomes severe, it will ultimately lead to your teeth falling out. If your gums become inflamed, irritated, infected or bleed easily, you have the beginning stages

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  • Jonathan Ford
    Jonathan Ford answered:
    Do crowns and bridges last forever?
    Hopefully, they will last you a lifetime. Unforturnately, a crown or bridge is susceptible to a cavity just like your natural teeth. So, if you have really good oral hygiene habits, crowns will last a very long time. If you don't take care of your teeth very well, a crown won't last very long.  Full Post
  • Jonathan Ford
    Jonathan Ford answered:
    What are crowns and bridges?

    A dental crown is cap/covering that is cemented permanently onto a tooth. The cap is tooth shaped and functions just like any tooth in your mouth. There are several reasons for needing a crown.

    1. Extremely large cavity or tooth decay
    2. Broken or cracked tooth
    3. Esthetics-to cover a stained or discolored
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