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In Need of a Dental Tune Up?
In Need of a Dental Tune Up?

Restorative Dentistry

In Need of a Dental Tune Up?

Options are Available to Improve an Aging Smile Are you at the point in life where most everything still works, but there's just no denying that you're getting a little older? Maybe you hear your joints creak, and you've started wearing glasses to read. Your hairstylist suggests new ways to cover the gray... The same thing happens with your teeth–they simply aren't as young as they used to be. Teeth naturally change as we age, meandering and crowding each other. Their color darkens over [...]

By Diamond Dental of Sacramento|2019-06-11T08:00:36-07:00June 11, 2019|Restorative Dentistry|

What’s So Bad about Snoring?
What’s So Bad about Snoring?

Snoring & Sleep Apnea

What’s So Bad about Snoring?

Snoring may be an annoying social problem and a subject of humor, but it also may be the cause (or the signal) of some serious medical problems. Snoring can lead to numerous awakenings from an otherwise deep sleep. Such interrupted sleep patterns can cause daytime drowsiness which can impair the ability to concentrate, accomplish required tasks and handle minor irritations. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has estimated that more than 200,000 auto accidents annually are sleep related. Sleep Apnea At its worst, snoring [...]

By Diamond Dental of Sacramento|2019-06-04T08:00:44-07:00June 4, 2019|Snoring & Sleep Apnea|

Dangers of Common Over-the-Counter Medications
Dangers of Common Over-the-Counter Medications

Patient Education

Dangers of Common Over-the-Counter Medications

Non-Prescription Doesn't Mean Non-Hazardous Most patients know that doctor-prescribed medication is pretty serious stuff. But if you can buy it at the drug store, how much of a problem could it be? More than you'd think. Taking acetaminophen (Tylenol, Panadol) routinely risks acute liver disease–more so than alcohol or hepatitis. Long-term use of pain relievers ibuprofen (Advil) or naproxen (Aleve) can raise blood pressure, harm the stomach, liver, and kidneys. None of these products are hazardous if used only occasionally. It's consistent use that [...]

By Diamond Dental of Sacramento|2019-05-28T08:00:20-07:00May 28, 2019|Patient Education|

Other Oral Concerns… Besides Teeth
Other Oral Concerns… Besides Teeth

Patient Education

Other Oral Concerns… Besides Teeth

Common Problems of the Oral Cavity Most people associate dentistry with teeth. But the fact is, our focus is on the continued good health of your entire mouth–the oral cavity, as we dentists call it. The Tongue It's a highly helpful indicator of what may be going right–or wrong–inside the mouth. A smooth, or red tongue might suggest some sort of vitamin or mineral deficiency, while a chronically painful tongue may simply suggest poorly-fitting dentures. Dry Mouth (Xerostomia) Beyond just being uncomfortable, dry mouth [...]

By Diamond Dental of Sacramento|2019-05-21T08:00:39-07:00May 21, 2019|Patient Education|

Concerned with Smile Imperfections?
Concerned with Smile Imperfections?

Cosmetic Dentistry

Concerned with Smile Imperfections?

Have Confidence and Smile Wide! Several aspects of the teeth, lips and mouth combine to create the overall aesthetic of a smile. The smile line should have a slight curve to the upper teeth, following the curve of the lower lip. The teeth themselves should not be crowded or have gaps, and men's teeth are also slightly boxier, while woman's teeth are smaller and more rounded. While much emphasis is placed on the color of teeth, there is more to it than just "the [...]

By Diamond Dental of Sacramento|2019-05-14T08:00:42-07:00May 14, 2019|Cosmetic Dentistry|

Tooth Trauma
Tooth Trauma

Emergency Dentistry

Tooth Trauma

Who's at Risk for Tooth Trauma? Accidents can happen at any time, but being aware of especially high-risk activities can encourage us to take the proper precautions and help avoid tooth trauma. The greatest number of injuries to teeth occur in children between ages 1 to 2 and 7 to 10. The first age group sees more injuries than normal because children are just learning how to walk and still clumsy on their feet, while the children ages 7-10 are simply at the stage [...]

By Diamond Dental of Sacramento|2019-05-07T08:00:45-07:00May 7, 2019|Emergency Dentistry|

The Diabetes Epidemic
The Diabetes Epidemic

Patient Education

The Diabetes Epidemic

How Bad is it? Diabetes is the seventh leading cause of death in the United States. The diabetes epidemic affects more than 29 million Americans, and 7 million of those don't know they have it. It is marked by high levels of blood glucose resulting from defective insulin production, function, or both. The symptoms of diabetes develop gradually and include: fatigue, frequent urination, blurred vision, increased thirst and hunger, weight loss, and slow healing of sores. And unfortunately, some individuals experience no symptoms at [...]

By Diamond Dental of Sacramento|2019-04-23T08:00:56-07:00April 23, 2019|Patient Education|

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|

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