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The Plus Sides of Fluoride
The Plus Sides of Fluoride

Preventative Dentistry

The Plus Sides of Fluoride

As a direct result of fluoridation, dental health in our part of the world turned around dramatically. The improvement is evident in our children, fluoride in our water reduces tooth decay in children by 50 percent. Why then, are some put off by the idea of fluoride? It's true that excessive levels of fluoride can actually damage tooth enamel—too much of any good thing is too much. But continuing research, down to the molecular level, proves the bottom line: fluoride is good for us. [...]

By Diamond Dental of Sacramento|2018-10-23T00:00:35-07:00October 23, 2018|Preventative Dentistry|

Today’s Improvements in Dentistry
Today’s Improvements in Dentistry

Patient Education

Today’s Improvements in Dentistry

There's a bright new trend in dental offices these days: more people are scheduling appointments because they want to, not because they have to. Dentistry just isn't the same anymore. In the past decades we've seen the development of materials and procedures that would be unimaginable to our predecessors. So if you know someone who hasn't been to the dentist in a while, tell them they'll be pleasantly surprised by what they find. Pain Control Today's dentistry is virtually painless. Technology, stress control techniques, [...]

By Diamond Dental of Sacramento|2018-10-16T00:00:41-07:00October 16, 2018|Patient Education|

Keep us Updated About Any Health Changes!
Keep us Updated About Any Health Changes!

Patient Education

Keep us Updated About Any Health Changes!

Your Mouth Works Hand in Hand with Your Body Dental care is just one part of total health care. Because of that, we need to keep current with your entire health history, the good and the bad. Be sure to tell us if you... have experienced any new allergies or sensitivities have quit smoking (or started) are taking any new medications, even over-the-counter drugs have had any accidents or injuries have been diagnosed with any illness or other medical condition have had a baby [...]

By Diamond Dental of Sacramento|2018-10-09T00:00:14-07:00October 9, 2018|Patient Education|

Facial Growth, Oral Health, and “Modern” Food
Facial Growth, Oral Health, and “Modern” Food

Patient Education

Facial Growth, Oral Health, and “Modern” Food

How the "Foods of Commerce" Have Shaped Us From where we sit, getting dinner on the table is a piece of cake compared to what faced early man. We "hunt" at the grocery store, "forage" in the produce department, and "stalk" hamburger joints. What we end up eating, though, may be far less nutritious than the food ancient man dished up. How can this be? Well, we may be living longer and rarely do battle with tigers and bears for a meal, but our [...]

By Diamond Dental of Sacramento|2018-10-02T00:00:21-07:00October 2, 2018|Patient Education|

The Battle of the Thumb
The Battle of the Thumb

Children's Dentistry

The Battle of the Thumb

What's Wrong with Sucking Your Thumb? Most parents of preschoolers are engaged in the "battle of the thumb." The thumb usually wins hands down. Continuous pressure on teeth from sucking can affect bone growth or even change the shape of the roof of the mouth. Upper teeth are sometimes pushed out while bottom teeth are pushed in. Speech and swallowing may also be affected. What's a parent to do? Generally, a positive approach is the best defense in helping your child conquer the habit. [...]

By Diamond Dental of Sacramento|2018-09-25T00:00:19-07:00September 25, 2018|Children's Dentistry|

Do You Have Bad Breath?
Do You Have Bad Breath?

Restorative Dentistry

Do You Have Bad Breath?

When Bad Breath is Something to Worry About Morning breath...dragon mouth...onion breath...there are about as many descriptions of halitosis as there are reasons for it occurring. Chronic bad breath is usually not just too much garlic for lunch. Here's a list of common bad breath causes, and what you might consider doing about each: Garlic or other Strong Smelling Foods If your breath overreacts, go easy on these foods. Following them with mints or parsley has little effect, and may make matters worse. From [...]

By Diamond Dental of Sacramento|2018-09-18T00:00:09-07:00September 18, 2018|Restorative Dentistry|

Choosing Teeth Whitening
Choosing Teeth Whitening

Cosmetic Dentistry

Choosing Teeth Whitening

Ever since the invention of the mirror, people have been looking for an easy way to have whiter teeth. Brushing, flossing, and regular dental visits help by removing stains and deposits on the surface of the teeth. But for those patients whose teeth have dark, yellow or other internal discolorations, teeth whitening may be the answer. At about age thirty, there is a natural tendency for tooth color to dim, and if you smoke or overindulge in coffee or soda, darkening can be dramatic. [...]

By Diamond Dental of Sacramento|2018-09-11T00:00:32-07:00September 11, 2018|Cosmetic Dentistry|

Keep Chronic Inflammation Under Control!
Keep Chronic Inflammation Under Control!

Periodontal Dentistry

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 Diamond Dental of Sacramento|2018-09-04T00:00:41-07:00September 4, 2018|Periodontal Dentistry|

Saliva… Fantastic Fluid!
Saliva… Fantastic Fluid!

Patient Education

Saliva… Fantastic Fluid!

Your salivary glands make up to three pints a day of this fantastic fluid. Why so much? Because saliva plays an important role in keeping your teeth and gums fit and smiling. Saliva helps fight cavities by prevent food from sticking to teeth and gums, it also helps neutralize stomach acid preventing heartburn. Saliva even helps strengthen teeth by providing supplemental calcium and phosphorus. Unfortunately, some people are plagued by chronic dry mouth, often called xerostomia. While medical professionals no longer believe that old [...]

By Diamond Dental of Sacramento|2018-08-28T00:00:45-07:00August 28, 2018|Patient Education|

Your Kids & Their Teeth
Your Kids & Their Teeth

Children's Dentistry

Your Kids & Their Teeth

As modern dentistry continues to improve, children can expect entirely different dental experiences than Mom and Dad remember from childhood. Fluorides and sealants have virtually eliminated rampant decay problems. For kids nowadays, dental care is be a piece of cake. Baby teeth do grown-up duty Primary teeth work hard. Those 20 teeth pave the way for permanent teeth. If they're lost prematurely, replacement teeth can crop up in unexpected—and unhealthy—places. Keep every tooth you can in that young noggin. Accidents Happen Despite parent's best [...]

By Diamond Dental of Sacramento|2018-08-21T00:00:43-07:00August 21, 2018|Children's Dentistry|

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