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Periodontal Maintenance

What is periodontal disease? Periodontal disease is an infection of the gums. It typically occurs due to the buildup of plaque or tartar along the gum line, as well as other results of poor oral hygiene. Early stages of the condition (often called gingivitis) may first appear as mild bleeding during brushing or flossing. You might think this is a somewhat normal occurrence, however, no amount of bleeding is considered acceptable. Instead, you may in fact be a candidate for our periodontal maintenance program. [...]

By |2023-02-28T08:00:59-08:00February 28, 2023|Periodontal Dentistry|

Toothache Treatment in Sacramento, CA

Address Your Toothache Today Get diagnosis and relief your pain. Few things are more distracting and annoying than a toothache. It can make it difficult to concentrate at work or school, impossible to relax at home, and it takes all the joy out of eating our favorite foods. Please don't wait for the problem to worsen; it will not go away on its own. Instead, address your tooth pain by scheduling an appointment today. We will provide a swift diagnosis and treatment plan to [...]

By |2022-07-12T08:00:28-07:00July 12, 2022|Emergency Dentistry|

Dental Abscess Treatment

A Dental Abscess Means Severe Infection And A Serious Periodontal Problem A dental abscess is an infection, typically affecting the root of a tooth and the surrounding gums. What may start as a tooth fracture or an infection of the tooth interior (root) can quickly progress into a more severe problem. Furthermore, when periodontal disease is a factor, the pocket that surrounds each tooth is often compromised, becoming loosened and more prone to trapping bacteria. If you have a dental abscess, you probably already [...]

By |2022-01-04T08:00:43-08:00January 4, 2022|Periodontal Dentistry|

Dental Emergency in Sacramento, CA

Are You Experiencing A Dental Emergency? Know That We're Here To Help! When you are experiencing a dental emergency, the most important thing to remember is to remain calm. Panicking won't help solve the problem, and in fact, can often make things worse. When patients contact us about dental emergencies, they typically fall into two categories: sudden traumatic problem, or ongoing progressive pain. In either scenario, we have the expert knowledge to get you the help and treatment you need. Contact us today at [...]

By |2021-12-21T08:00:07-08:00December 21, 2021|Emergency Dentistry|

Pierced Problems

A Pierced Tongue, Lip, or Cheek A pierced body part may be essential to your style, but if it involves the mouth, it may not be the best choice in regards to your oral health. If you do have a piercing or are thinking about getting one, make sure you consider the potential effects and make an informed decision. Might be a dental hazard! Initially, getting any piercing causes trauma, and (because it is an open wound) there is always a risk of infection. [...]

By |2021-04-13T08:00:00-07:00April 13, 2021|Patient Education|

Keep Chronic Inflammation Under Control!

Inflammation is the fire your body builds to burn out attackers like bacteria, viruses or parasites. If you've ever gotten a scratch that grows swollen and hot to the touch you've encountered acute, or temporary, inflammation. Then the healing begins. Far more serious is chronic inflammation (CI). It's like a fire inside your body that never goes out and increasingly researchers are recognizing it as a significant factor contributing to heart disease. A simple blood test for chronic inflammation focuses on C-reactive protein (CRP), [...]

By |2018-09-04T00:00:41-07:00September 4, 2018|Periodontal Dentistry|