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Do You Have TMJ Pain?
Do You Have TMJ Pain?

Restorative Dentistry

Do You Have TMJ Pain?

Helping You Solve TMJ Pain Some 10 million people suffer from some form of TMJ Disorder: from clicking or popping whenever they yawn, to intense migraine-like pain in the area around their ears. The temporomandibular joint is the hinge between your jaw and skull. The bone and muscles permit your jaw to move—not just up and down, but left and right, in and out. This kind of complexity is what makes TMJ Disorder so common, and often so difficult to diagnose. Modern dentistry has [...]

By Diamond Dental of Sacramento|2020-09-08T08:00:10-07:00September 8, 2020|Restorative Dentistry|

Chronic Inflammation & Gum Disease
Chronic Inflammation & Gum Disease

Periodontal Dentistry

Chronic Inflammation & Gum Disease

Gum Disease may be a sign of systemic inflammation Unlike acute inflammation (your body's defense against illness or injury) chronic inflammation simultaneously heals and destroys tissue. It's what happens when the immune system doesn't know when to stop and often leads to such diseases as heart disease, cancer, stroke, diabetes, Alzheimer's, and gum disease. Dentally speaking, chronic inflammation can manifest itself as periodontal disease. Initial warning signs include swollen, bleeding, or tender gums. If poor dental health continues, patients risk eventual tooth loss. Contact [...]

By Diamond Dental of Sacramento|2020-09-01T08:00:27-07:00September 1, 2020|Periodontal Dentistry|

The Anatomy of a “Perfect” Smile
The Anatomy of a “Perfect” Smile

Cosmetic Dentistry

The Anatomy of a “Perfect” Smile

You've probably noticed that a friendly greeting (along with a bright smile) usually gets a smile in response! It's a good feeling we humans are lucky to share. But, what exactly composes a fine smile? What Makes Teeth Beautiful? The Smile Line There are dimensions to the ideal smile that dentists work to achieve. In youthful smiles, the curve of the upper lip follows the curve of the lower lip. When the biting edges of the lower teeth conform to the lower lip, it's [...]

By Diamond Dental of Sacramento|2020-08-25T08:00:15-07:00August 25, 2020|Cosmetic Dentistry|

Been Awhile Since Your Checkup?
Been Awhile Since Your Checkup?

Patient Education

Been Awhile Since Your Checkup?

Alert Us to Changes Any changes in your health should be discussed with your dentist. Whether you're a new patient visiting us for the first time, or a returning patient and it's been awhile since your last checkup, it's important to update us on any changes. Dental care is just one component of your overall health, but it's an important one! Many conditions, diseases, and side-effects of medications can have implications for your mouth. So, we need to keep current with your entire health [...]

By Diamond Dental of Sacramento|2020-08-18T08:00:20-07:00August 18, 2020|Patient Education|

Why Diabetes Matters for Your Mouth
Why Diabetes Matters for Your Mouth

Periodontal Dentistry

Why Diabetes Matters for Your Mouth

The Dental Connection to Diabetes The first symptoms are often oral problems More and more, we realize there's a relationship between infections in your mouth and inflammation caused by diabetes. And neglecting one makes the other worse! Make sure your blood glucose is controlled. If you have diabetes, uncontrolled blood glucose makes you more susceptible to gum disease. And a severe gum infection, in turn, makes it even tougher to control your blood glucose. Make an extra effort to baby those teeth and gums. [...]

By Diamond Dental of Sacramento|2020-08-11T08:00:15-07:00August 11, 2020|Periodontal Dentistry|

Smile with Confidence
Smile with Confidence

Cosmetic Dentistry

Smile with Confidence

Confidence & Self-Esteem Through Dentistry The Psychology of Teeth, Imperfections, and Self-Esteem Studies show that good-looking people receive preferential treatment over others. We may not like it, but it's human nature to perceive physically attractive individuals as more intelligent, likable, and honest. So who decides who's attractive? It's partially determined by cultural norms, however, self-esteem also plays a large role. If you feel attractive, you'll feel more confident about yourself—and others will note that confidence and believe it! Here's where dentistry fits in. Your [...]

By Diamond Dental of Sacramento|2020-08-04T08:00:47-07:00August 4, 2020|Cosmetic Dentistry|

Dentures so Natural Looking…
Dentures so Natural Looking…

Restorative Dentistry

Dentures so Natural Looking…

Only Your Dentist Knows For Sure! With so many advances in modern dentistry, fewer people need full dentures. But for those that do have missing teeth, dentures and partials are more natural-looking and discreet than ever. We can customize a complete restoration to fit your appearance (including considerations for skin, hair, and eye color) or blend partials to match remaining natural teeth. As you age (and particularly if you wear dentures) your jaw bone may begin to shrink and cause changes to the alignment [...]

By Diamond Dental of Sacramento|2020-07-28T20:47:06-07:00July 28, 2020|Restorative Dentistry|

Find Relief for Sensitive Teeth
Find Relief for Sensitive Teeth

Restorative Dentistry

Find Relief for Sensitive Teeth

Do You Have Tooth Sensitivity? Tooth sensitivity can range from a mild annoyance to sudden severe pain. Most often triggered by hot, cold, sweet, or sour foods, those with the condition may or may not have visible cavities or damage present. That's why it often takes a dentist to determine the cause. If you're suffering from pain due to tooth sensitivity, don't wait any longer. Contact us today to schedule a consultation. Causes of tooth sensitivity: A recently filled cavity sometimes remains sensitive after [...]

By Diamond Dental of Sacramento|2020-07-21T08:00:02-07:00July 21, 2020|Restorative Dentistry|

Dental X-Rays: Get the Real Picture!
Dental X-Rays: Get the Real Picture!

Patient Education

Dental X-Rays: Get the Real Picture!

Critical for Diagnosis & Treatment Planning X-rays help pinpoint problems and avoid further complications. People are often concerned that they're receiving too much radiation from X-rays, so it's important to understand why the benefits of X-rays (taken at reasonable intervals) far outweigh the concerns! The purpose of X-rays is to pinpoint problems and avoid further complications. Without them, we couldn't find decay under fillings or between teeth, we couldn't find abscesses or tumors in gums and bone, and we couldn't detect faulty development of [...]

By Diamond Dental of Sacramento|2020-07-14T08:00:10-07:00July 14, 2020|Patient Education|

After COVID-19…
After COVID-19…

Patient Education

After COVID-19…

Welcome Back! We're here for your health and safety. We hope you have been well through these past couple of months. We cannot wait to see you again as the shelter in place restrictions continue to loosen. The COVID-19 crisis has affected nearly every member of our community. And, when our dental office was closed (except for emergency procedures), we know that it may have caused significant disruptions to your oral health routine. There are many unknowns on the other side of this pandemic. [...]

By Diamond Dental of Sacramento|2020-07-07T08:00:34-07:00July 7, 2020|Patient Education|

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