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Don’t Forget to Clean Your Tongue!
Don’t Forget to Clean Your Tongue!

Preventative Dentistry

Don’t Forget to Clean Your Tongue!

Brushing Your Tongue Helps Freshen Breath With all the mints, mouthwash, chewing gum and other cover-ups available, there are many ways to freshen your breath. But, if you consistently suffer from halitosis, you might be forgetting an easy way to combat odor-causing bacteria... cleaning your tongue! It makes perfect sense if you think about it, the tongue is one of the largest structures in the mouth, and its textured surface provides the perfect environment for bacteria to grow. Furthermore, since this vital organ makes [...]

By Diamond Dental of Sacramento|2019-04-23T08:00:52-07:00April 23, 2019|Preventative Dentistry|

Do You Have a Problem with TMJ?
Do You Have a Problem with TMJ?

Restorative Dentistry

Do You Have a Problem with TMJ?

Is TMJ causing my pain? TMJ stands for temporomandibular joint. Located just in front of the ear, it is the joint that connects your lower jaw to the rest of your head, allowing the jaw to move freely while biting, chewing, and speaking. Problems related to the TMJ can affect jaw muscles, teeth, and nerves associated with chronic facial pain. Times of stress can cause or aggravate TMJ, since most of the discomfort is attributed to overuse of muscles during clenching or grinding of [...]

By Diamond Dental of Sacramento|2019-04-09T08:00:11-07:00April 9, 2019|Restorative Dentistry|

The Important Role of Baby Teeth
The Important Role of Baby Teeth

Children's Dentistry

The Important Role of Baby Teeth

Seemingly Temporary and Dispensable, Baby Teeth Play an Important Role Why do we have two sets of teeth? Initially, the jaw is too small for a full set of adult teeth. Baby teeth serve their purpose just till the jaw develops enough room for adult teeth to form and push them out. This usually begins by age 6 or 7. Why worry about cavities in baby teeth? While baby teeth may seem temporary and dispensable, they actually play an important role that can impact [...]

By Diamond Dental of Sacramento|2019-04-02T08:00:07-07:00April 2, 2019|Children's Dentistry|

Strategies for Nicotine Addiction
Strategies for Nicotine Addiction

Patient Education

Strategies for Nicotine Addiction

Are You Trying to Give up Nicotine? Nicotine continues to be popular with teens and young adults, and there are more ways to become addicted than ever before. Cigarettes and chewing tobacco remain, while e-cigarettes and vaporizers are now available in tempting flavors. We all know about the numerous side effects tobacco and/or nicotine can have on health, so there are plenty of reasons you might want to kick the habit! Here's How: Slowly Reduce Instead of quitting cold turkey, pick a target date [...]

By Diamond Dental of Sacramento|2019-03-26T08:00:48-07:00March 26, 2019|Patient Education|

Inside Look at Women’s Oral Health
Inside Look at Women’s Oral Health

Patient Education

Inside Look at Women’s Oral Health

Women Encounter More Challenges to Their Oral Health A woman's oral health is often directly related to her stage of life. Changes in hormone levels during puberty, menstruation, pregnancy, lactation, and menopause all impact the chemistry of what's going on in her mouth. It is important for everyone to practice good habits of brushing, flossing, and getting regular dental check-ups, but women need to remain extra vigilant during certain times of increased vulnerability. Dental Problems for Women can be Caused By: Puberty During puberty [...]

By Diamond Dental of Sacramento|2019-03-19T08:00:46-07:00March 19, 2019|Patient Education|

Choosing the Right Toothpaste
Choosing the Right Toothpaste

Preventative Dentistry

Choosing the Right Toothpaste

Overwhelmed by your choices? Here's how to choose the right toothpaste for you. While your toothbrush does most of the plaque removal, abrasive agents in toothpaste will scour food particles and plaque from your teeth. Fluoride is the best-known ingredient, added to make the outer tooth structure more decay-resistant. Fluorides work best when teamed with surfactants (detergents), which help in remineralization. Lauryl sulfates, the most common surfactants, can dissolve plaque and fight bacteria. They also provide a foam that helps to carry away debris. [...]

By Diamond Dental of Sacramento|2019-03-12T08:00:44-07:00March 12, 2019|Preventative Dentistry|

Removable Partial Dentures, aka Flipper Dentures
Removable Partial Dentures, aka Flipper Dentures

Restorative Dentistry

Removable Partial Dentures, aka Flipper Dentures

When it comes to replacing a missing tooth, several factors determine what treatment option will be best for each individual. Sometimes a patient is missing just a single tooth (or very few teeth) and aren't ready for dental implants or dentures. Sometimes the gums and underlying bone are too weak to support an implant, or need time to heal before it's placed. And, unfortunately, sometimes insurance and financing options are limiting factors. In cases such as these, the best option is often a removable [...]

By Diamond Dental of Sacramento|2019-03-05T08:00:15-08:00March 5, 2019|Restorative Dentistry|

Repair Your Smile with Tooth Colored Fillings!
Repair Your Smile with Tooth Colored Fillings!

Restorative Dentistry

Repair Your Smile with Tooth Colored Fillings!

Tooth Colored Fillings for a Natural Appearance Do you have a cavity, but have always hated the thought of dark, metallic-looking fillings? Or maybe you already have one of these "amalgams" and it's time for a replacement? Well, consider the beautiful results that can be achieved with composite resin, tooth colored fillings. Your teeth will look as fresh, white, and natural as when they first grew in. The most important aspect of any restoration is strength, and the newest materials used in composite bonding [...]

By Diamond Dental of Sacramento|2019-02-26T08:00:29-08:00February 26, 2019|Restorative Dentistry|

Let’s Trend Towards Better Oral Health
Let’s Trend Towards Better Oral Health

Children's Dentistry

Let’s Trend Towards Better Oral Health

Tooth decay is declining in everyone except among preschoolers. What can you do to give your kids a better future? Before the first tooth comes in, wipe baby's mouth clean with a damp washcloth. Once a tooth emerges, use a soft toothbrush twice daily for about 3 minutes. Kids are old enough to brush their own teeth when they can write their own name (which displays the dexterity required for brushing). Flossing begins when teeth grow to touch each other. Try flavored floss, and [...]

By Diamond Dental of Sacramento|2019-02-19T08:00:33-08:00February 19, 2019|Children's Dentistry|

Brightening Your Smile…
Brightening Your Smile…

Cosmetic Dentistry

Brightening Your Smile…

You Owe It to Yourself Finally achieving a great looking, bright smile can mean a lot. Especially if negative feelings about your smile have been holding you back in life, causing self-consciousness about your overall appearance. Whether you are worried about a job interview, going on a date, or meeting with business clients, there are many instances in which a bright white smile can improve your confidence. Brighten Up Your Smile If you're unhappy with the appearance of your teeth due to stains or [...]

By Diamond Dental of Sacramento|2019-02-12T08:00:36-08:00February 12, 2019|Cosmetic Dentistry|

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