Dr. Tim Collins of Complete Dental Health is dedicated to excellence in dentistry, with over 20 years of experience as a cosmetic dentist. He has transformed the lives of hundreds of patients by providing better dental health and world-class cosmetic enhancements.
Your jawbone (the mandible) meets your skull bone (the temporal bone) at the temporomandibular joint or TMJ. On a good day, this joint allows your mouth to open and close, to speak and eat or rest. On a bad day, you can develop pain and dysfunction in the TMJ that affects many areas of your … Read more
The seasons seem to fly by, quickly turning into years. Before you know it, your little one is not so little (they grow up so fast!) and it’s time to consider braces. At Complete Dental Health, we highly recommend early intervention when it comes to orthodontics in San Diego. Contrary to the popular belief that … Read more
Remember that guy with the lip ring you had a crush on in high school? I wonder how his teeth are doing now. Don’t get us wrong, at Complete Dental Health, we’re all about the freedom of self-expression, and if body modifications like tattoos and piercings are your thing, we support you. However, as your … Read more
Imagine this – you have come to see San Diego dentist Dr. Collins for a cleaning, routine checkup, and Cavity Prevention. The cleaning goes well, but then Dr. Collins tells you that you have a cavity. You’ve been dreading the possibility of this news and now you fear that something must be wrong, since you … Read more
First things first, put your worries away! We are not about to tell you that your coffee drinking days are over. We know that each shot of caffeine is crucial and we cherish our coffee, too! Here at Complete Dental Health, we want to educate you on what causes coffee stains and what you can do to … Read more
If you’ve ever gone too long between brushing your teeth, you know how slimy and dirty your teeth can feel. Some people lovingly call this layer of grime “teeth sweaters.” But it has a real name: plaque. Dangers of Plaque is common but it can cause poor oral health if you ignore it. Read below … Read more
The World Health Organization defines health as “A state of complete physical, mental and social well-being and not merely the absence of disease or infirmity.” Sadly, in our fast-paced culture, many of us settle for less-than-healthy or even truly sick conditions every day. We allow ourselves to be tired, achy, stressed and in pain more often than … Read more
If you’re a new mom or about to be one, you’re likely already used to putting your needs second to the needs of this beautiful new little person in your life – but maintaining good oral hygiene is still important for keeping you and your baby in tiptop shape. If something happens and you need … Read more
What is oil pulling? Claiming to achieve everything from whiter teeth and healthier gums to decreased body aches and pains, oil pulling is the latest trend in DIY detox therapies. Newly popular among celebrities and lovers of natural health and wellness, oil pulling is a dental hygiene practice that actually dates back centuries through the Indian medical tradition Ayurveda. … Read more
Why Are My Teeth Sensitive? There are many specialized toothbrushes and types of mouthwash and toothpaste available to San Diego residents who suffer from sensitive teeth. It is a very common problem that lots of products claim they can solve, but have you ever wondered why it exists? Today, Dr. Collins would like to explain what causes … Read more