expert type icon EXPERT

Daniel Rivera, D.D.S.

Dentist

Dr. Daniel Rivera is a Dentist practicing in Rancho Cucamonga, CA. Dr. Rivera specializes in preventing, diagnosing, and treating diseases and conditions associated with the mouth and overall dental health. Dentists are trained to carry out such treatment as professional cleaning, restorative, prosthodontic, and endodontic procedures, and performing examinations, among many others.
Daniel Rivera, D.D.S.
  • Rancho Cucamonga, CA
  • Accepting new patients

Are there any remedies for teeth grinding?

Yes and no. There are a lot of possible sources for it and may "schools of thought" on why we grind and IF we can stop it completely. One aid in reducing the effects of grinding READ MORE
Yes and no. There are a lot of possible sources for it and may "schools of thought" on why we grind and IF we can stop it completely. One aid in reducing the effects of grinding is to provide you, the patient, with some type of orthodontic treatment, like Invisalign.

How are dentures made?

Denture making can take anywhere from 6-8 weeks. The process starts by a simple impression from which a stone model is made. An in-house dental lab at your dental office can make READ MORE
Denture making can take anywhere from 6-8 weeks. The process starts by a simple impression from which a stone model is made. An in-house dental lab at your dental office can make this go a lot faster, anywhere from 2-3 weeks.

Is jaw surgery painful?

At times, it is. Unfortunately, we are all different and we all react in different ways to surgery and general anesthesia. Yet, for the most part, you will be given a Rx for pain READ MORE
At times, it is. Unfortunately, we are all different and we all react in different ways to surgery and general anesthesia. Yet, for the most part, you will be given a Rx for pain medication to manage your post-op aches and pains.

Why does my jaw hurt when I wake up in the morning?

One of the most common causes is clenching your jaws or grinding your teeth while sleeping.