Patient Education

Empowering patients with clear, easy-to-understand information about oral health, treatments, and preventative care to ensure informed decisions and long-term dental wellness.

Clear aligners next to a dentist logo for Complete Health Dentistry SoCal.
August 29, 2025
Feeling a little self-conscious about your smile? You've always wanted to fix a gap or straighten a crooked tooth, but don't want the hassle of traditional braces.
Dental office interior with a dentist chair, equipment, and logo on the wall.
August 29, 2025
At Complete Health Dentistry of SoCal, led by Dr. Erela Katz Rappaport, our team of professionals is dedicated to helping you achieve a beautiful, healthy smile.
Boost Your Confidence with Professional Teeth Whitening in Poway
April 21, 2025
A radiant smile can open doors, spark connections, and transform your confidence. At Complete Health Dentistry SoCal, we specialize in helping patients achieve brighter, whiter smiles through expert cosmetic treatments—including professional teeth whitening in Poway
What Is Myofunctional Therapy: Discover How It Revolutionizes Your Smile and Wellness
By Cedi Walterson Pagdalian March 12, 2025
Orofacial Myofunctional Therapy (OMT) is a specialized treatment that focuses on the muscles of the face, tongue, and mouth to improve essential functions such as breathing, swallowing, and speaking.
A woman in a blue sweater is holding her face in pain.
February 27, 2025
Discover how often you should floss to boost oral and heart health. Learn the link between flossing and heart health.
Understanding Sleep Chronotypes: A Key to Optimizing Health and Preventing Dementia
February 26, 2025
Sleep is a fundamental pillar of health, influencing everything from cognitive performance to the prevention of chronic diseases. But not all sleep patterns are the same, and understanding your sleep chronotype —your body’s natural predisposition toward a specific sleep-wake cycle—can help optimize your daily routines for better productivity and long-term well-being. More importantly, aligning with your chronotype may also play a critical role in preventing dementia and other health issues. What Are Sleep Chronotypes? A sleep chronotype refers to the natural timing of your sleep-wake cycle, largely governed by your circadian rhythm—an internal 24-hour clock that regulates your body’s processes, including sleep, energy levels, and hormone production. While everyone has a unique chronotype, they generally fall into four categories: Bears, Wolves, Lions, and Dolphins. Understanding and aligning with your chronotype helps you make the most of your productive hours and ensures better sleep quality, which is crucial for both cognitive health and disease prevention.
Show More