Category Archives: Preventive Dental Care

Dental filling

How To Fight Against Cavities (and No! It’s Not Just About Sugar)

Cavities are holes that are formed due to tooth decay. Growing up, you may have heard that sugar is blamed for cavities. Though sugar can contribute to the formation of cavities, it isn’t the direct cause of them. As a cavity is a serious oral condition, learning how to mitigate it can be helpful. However, […]



Tooth Pain. Woman Feeling Tooth Pain. Closeup Of Beautiful Sad Girl Suffering From Strong Tooth Pain. Attractive Female Feeling Painful Toothache. Dental Health And Care Concept.

The facts of tooth decay

Keeping the smile healthy is easy when you know how to avoid the development of conditions such as tooth decay. Tooth decay, sometimes referred to as dental caries or “cavities,” can negatively impact the smile in a number of different ways. Dr. Robert D. Bankhardt and his team in Simi Valley, California work routinely with […]


How to keep your smile healthy during the holidays

Everyone loves the holidays! Between Thanksgiving, Christmas, and the new year, many get-togethers are planned and alcohol and sugary snacks are at the forefront of the holiday diet. Patients in the area of Simi Valley, California who work hard during the year to keep their smile healthy might be worried about the development of problems […]


Five signs you need to visit the dentist

Regular dental visits scheduled six months apart are critical for overall dental health and wellness. However, there are other times and situations that can arise which may call for additional dental visits. Dr. Robert D. Bankhardt of Simi Valley, California is here to help. When certain issues happen between normal visits, it may be time […]



Periodontal Services Simi Valley, CA

Do I Need a Fancy Toothbrush?

Brushing your teeth every day is important for good oral health key to the prevention of oral disease, like gum disease. Are you wondering if there’s anything more you can do? Many of us see electric toothbrushes and wonder if we could benefit from using them. But, do you really need one? No. That’s because, […]


dental services Simi Valley CA

Why Should I See My Dentist Regularly?

Many of us were born with healthy, no fuss, teeth. But not all of us were so lucky. Regardless of where you fall, seeing a dentist on a regular basis is a good habit to get into. Seeing your dentist regularly gives you more than shiny teeth. Those visits are about more than just cleanings, […]


dental services Simi Valley CA

I Haven’t Seen A Dentist in Years

Whether you moved to a new city, had a baby, or lost your job, there are a lot of reasons why you have put seeing your dentist on the backburner. It’s easy to do, actually, until your teeth start to bother you. The truth is, getting regular dental cleanings can help you prevent those nagging […]


Dental Care Simi Valley, CA

Oral Health And Older Patients

When it comes to dental care and those who are 65 and older, having a great smile takes a little extra attention. As we get older, the risk of developing cavities and other problems increases. Wait! Did You Say Cavities? That’s right. Cavities are not something that only happens to young children and adolescence as they […]


Testimonials

 

View More Reviews

Contact Us

  • * All indicated fields must be completed.
    Please include non-medical questions and correspondence only.
  • This field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.


Casey Patterson, DDS
Casey Patterson, DDS and Robert D. Bankhardt, DDS
2720 Cochran St, #2b
Simi Valley CA 93065
805.584.1194
Hours & Directions >

2720 Cochran St #2b Simi Valley CA 93065 (805) 584-1194