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Preventative Dentistry

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Get a Dental Cleaning

Professional Dental Cleaning in Sacramento, CA Part of your routine checkup to ensure optimal oral health. There's nothing like the feeling of a clean mouth, especially right after you just received a professional dental cleaning at our office. You'll know that your teeth are in great shape and that you're taking all the right steps to ensure they stay that way for years to come! Comprehensive Examination An important part of your dental checkup is the examination. We look over every tooth, (as well [...]

By |2022-03-08T08:00:27-08:00March 8, 2022|Preventative Dentistry|

Don’t Forget to Floss

Using Floss Is Essential To Good Oral Health Learn the benefits and proper technique. With new state-of-the-art mechanical toothbrushes, you might feel that your teeth are cleaner than ever. So it might be tempting to skip the floss. However, if you forget this simple step, you're doing your teeth a real disservice. Benefits of Flossing Even with perfect brushing, its impossible to get all the way in between teeth. In these hard to reach places, food particles and debris become trapped. Eventually, harmful bacteria [...]

By |2022-02-22T08:00:31-08:00February 22, 2022|Preventative Dentistry|

Dental X-Rays: Learn What They Do

X-Rays Are Critical Dental Technology Getting dental X-Rays is a vital part of both your appointment and your dental care in general. You may not need them every six months, but we may require a new series if you haven't had any taken recently, to prepare for treatment, or when any significant changes in your mouth have taken place. To schedule a dental checkup in Sacramento, CA, contact our office today at (916) 483-5900. Types of X-Rays Dental X-Rays come in a few varieties, [...]

By |2021-11-23T08:00:15-08:00November 23, 2021|Preventative Dentistry|

How Do Cavities Start?

You do your best to brush and floss. You make sure that you get your dental checkups. But then, you get the dreaded news; you have cavities. How can this happen?!? Well, the first thing to remember is don't panic, and don't beat yourself up over a minor setback. These things can happen, even to those with the best at-home oral hygiene. What's important is that we discovered the cavity early, before it has gotten bigger and before more severe complications arise. Why Do [...]

By |2021-11-09T08:00:06-08:00November 9, 2021|Preventative Dentistry|

Skipping the Dentist?

Don't Even Think About Skipping! Understandably, you may find yourself skipping a dental appointment now and then. We recognize that life events and unforeseen circumstances can sometimes get in the way. Of course, we appreciate you letting us know as soon as possible when these situations arise. The earlier we know of a change in your schedule, the better chances we can fill the gaps with other patients, or move someone to a sooner appointment. More importantly, however, you should always try to reschedule [...]

By |2021-11-02T08:00:44-07:00November 2, 2021|Preventative Dentistry|

Dental Checkup: Schedule Yours Today

Protect Your Health with a Dental Checkup Don't put it off any longer. Have you been neglecting your dental care? Is it past time for a dental checkup? If so, consider choosing Diamond Dental of Sacramento in Sacramento, CA. We don't play blame games or shame you for your dental health. On the contrary, we're here to help make you feel good about your smile! Call us today at (916) 483-5900. When you come to our office, we'll discuss your dental care and essential [...]

By |2021-10-12T08:00:01-07:00October 12, 2021|Preventative Dentistry|

Athletic Mouthguards

Custom-fitted Mouthguards in Sacramento, CA Mouthguards can protect teeth during contact sports and other risky activities. Accidents happen... and dental injuries during athletic competition are an all-too-common occurrence. Once a tooth is cracked, broken—or worse, knocked out—there's no going back. It's for keeps. The National Institute of Dental Research reports a dramatic drop in mouth and face injuries to football-players since the 1960s, largely due to rules established requiring the use of mouthguards and headgear. However, of the sports with most youth participants (baseball/softball [...]

By |2021-01-26T08:00:53-08:00January 26, 2021|Preventative Dentistry|

Become a “Regular” Patient

And Come Visit us at Diamond Dental of Sacramento! Professional teeth cleanings and dental checkups in Sacramento, CA As a patient, receiving regular dental checkups and cleanings (along with proper at-home brushing and flossing) is the best thing you can do for your dental health. With regular care, we can clean those hard-to-reach areas before they develop into cavities, and treat the small cavities before they develop into large ones. Don't wait for more serious problems like pain, gum disease, or tooth loss to [...]

By |2021-01-12T08:00:24-08:00January 12, 2021|Preventative Dentistry|

Grow Older with Your Teeth

As we grow older, it's natural for changes in our mouths, gums, and jawbone to occur. However (thanks to preventive dentistry) people nowadays are keeping their natural teeth longer and longer. Prevent Tooth Loss as you Grow Older Neglect is the main cause of tooth loss, and most problems can be prevented with a simple regimen of daily home care for your teeth, a healthy diet and lifestyle, and regular dental examinations. Periodontal Disease The main cause of tooth loss in adults is periodontal [...]

By |2020-09-15T08:00:41-07:00September 15, 2020|Preventative Dentistry|

Should You Use Mouthwash?

The Answer is... Maybe! Mouthwash, or mouth rinses, are primarily used to remove food debris after brushing and flossing. They provide a pleasant taste, freshen the breath, and (depending on the active ingredient) can also protect against plaque & bacteria, periodontal disease, and/or cavities. So should everyone use mouthwash? Not exactly. Some people who use it will see only marginal benefits over brushing and flossing alone. Furthermore, repeated use of alcohol-based mouthwash can irritate soft tissue, damage the mucous membrane, and contribute to dry [...]

By |2020-06-23T08:00:15-07:00June 23, 2020|Preventative Dentistry|