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Seal the Deal…
Seal the Deal…

Children's Dentistry

Seal the Deal…

...With Dental Sealants! Prevent Cavities & Tooth Decay Molars and premolars have large chewing surfaces where crevices naturally form. Here, bacteria thrive, and cavities occur. Dental sealant is a clear composite resin that is "painted" on back teeth to act as a physical barrier to decay-causing bacteria. For children and adolescents (who may not always practice proper oral hygiene) this helps prevent cavities and preserve dental health during these formative years. Applying this composite resin coating is simple, quick, painless, and yes, inexpensive. And, [...]

By Diamond Dental of Sacramento|May 12, 2020|Children's Dentistry|

Let’s Think About Prevention…
Let’s Think About Prevention…

Preventative Dentistry

Let’s Think About Prevention…

Prevention is the Best Way to Avoid Costly Dental Emergencies We understand that not all emergencies can be avoided, sometimes accidents happen. But skipping check-ups and avoiding the dentist is never a good way to save money. It will only result in more costly treatment needed down the road. Instead, we like to emphasize the value of maintaining your oral health. Just imagine that every time you brush, floss, or have a cleaning, it's as if the cost of a future dental problem becomes [...]

By Diamond Dental of Sacramento|July 16, 2019|Preventative 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|February 19, 2019|Children's Dentistry|

All About Bonding
All About Bonding

Restorative Dentistry

All About Bonding

Improving the smiles and self-esteem of our patients is one of the best parts of our job. And often this requires the use of dental bonding, a painless and easy way to restore damaged teeth, or just to improve appearance. A thin layer of liquid resin is simply brushed onto the tooth and cured with a special light to harden the bond. Bonding can be used many ways such as to cover stains, fill in chipped areas, repair areas of decay, or fill in [...]

By Diamond Dental of Sacramento|January 22, 2019|Restorative Dentistry|