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Fever Blisters, Cold Sores, Canker Sores
Fever Blisters, Cold Sores, Canker Sores

Patient Education

Fever Blisters, Cold Sores, Canker Sores

Some are caused by a virus, some hurt, and all are unpleasant socially. What exactly is that nasty thing on my mouth? And how do I get rid of it before Friday night? Cold Sores Cold sores and fever blisters are one and the same—small skin blisters on the mouth caused by Herpes simplex virus. When the virus acts up, the lips may become tender and blisters follow. Within a few days, blisters drain and dry, and the virus retreats to the nerve. Treatments [...]

By Diamond Dental of Sacramento|2016-06-14T00:00:32-07:00June 14, 2016|Patient Education|

Let the Sunshine in!
Let the Sunshine in!

Patient Education

Let the Sunshine in!

Are you one of the millions of Americans who spends most of their working and free time indoors? If so, you may be missing out on the important benefits of sunshine, which not only lifts the spirit, but also helps the body create an essential nutrient—vitamin D. Early in this century doctors discovered that too little vitamin D led to childhood diseases in which bones failed to develop. We now know that vitamin D deficiency can lead to brittle bones in adults (osteoporosis). Hips, [...]

By Diamond Dental of Sacramento|2016-06-07T00:00:16-07:00June 7, 2016|Patient Education|

Give Yourself a Summertime Smile
Give Yourself a Summertime Smile

Cosmetic Dentistry

Give Yourself a Summertime Smile

Fulfilling that resolution to get your body in shape for the summertime? That's something to smile about. Go for it! It's even easier to shape up your smile along with it. Do dark, dingy teeth or unsightly imperfections like chips or gaps cause you to thing twice about your looks? If so, teeth whitening or cosmetic bonding may be just what you need. Once you see how simple and inexpensive it is to get your teeth looking as great as the rest of you—you'll [...]

By Diamond Dental of Sacramento|2016-05-24T00:00:09-07:00May 24, 2016|Cosmetic Dentistry|

Tongue Brushing
Tongue Brushing

Preventative Dentistry

Tongue Brushing

An Old Habit Seems New Here's an idea that may be new to you. Did you ever think of brushing your tongue? Actually, tongue-brushing is an ancient practice. Our ancestors considered it part of their daily hygiene. Yet many people today aren't aware that their tongue needs brushing as much as their teeth do. In fact, it may be the dirtiest part of the mouth! Thousands of bacteria breed on the many tiny papillae (small bulges) of the tongue. And if they aren't brushed [...]

By Diamond Dental of Sacramento|2016-05-17T00:00:13-07:00May 17, 2016|Preventative Dentistry|

Our Infection Control Program
Our Infection Control Program

Patient Education

Our Infection Control Program

Visitors to our practice have probably noticed the efforts we put into making the office open and comfortable. Well, it's not just cosmetic. We're doing something about protecting your health. We consulted with experts in the field of asepsis—sterilization. Our aim was to find the best that technology has to offer to keep the practice safe for our patients. And we did. Today we meet—and exceed—the infection control standards of the American Dental Association and Center for Disease Control. Often these rigid protocols are [...]

By Diamond Dental of Sacramento|2016-05-10T00:00:20-07:00May 10, 2016|Patient Education|

What to Know About Gum Disease
What to Know About Gum Disease

Periodontal Dentistry

What to Know About Gum Disease

It afflicts as many as nine in 10 adults at some point in their lives, as well as teenagers and children as young as five or six years of age. Yet, many suffer from it without even suspecting anything is wrong. "It" is periodontal, or gum, disease—in the minds of most dentists, Public Enemy Number one for teeth. Only for the last 30 years have researchers understood that gum disease is an infectious disorder, caused by many different species of bacteria. But even today, [...]

By Diamond Dental of Sacramento|2016-05-03T00:00:03-07:00May 3, 2016|Periodontal Dentistry|

Test Your Toothbrush I.Q.
Test Your Toothbrush I.Q.

Patient Education

Test Your Toothbrush I.Q.

Did you know the toothbrush was invented by the Chinese in the 15th century? These first toothbrushes were made of hog bristles. Today, most toothbrushes are made from nylon monofilaments which dry quickly and resist breakage. Did you know a worn-out toothbrush is dangerous? Bent bristles can injure soft tissues. Worn, frayed bristles won’t be effective plaque fighters, either. Did you know soft bristles are generally preferred to hard bristles? Soft bristles bend easily and clean better below the gum line. Hard bristles can [...]

By Diamond Dental of Sacramento|2016-04-26T00:00:02-07:00April 26, 2016|Patient Education|

Tired? Do You Sleep Soundly?
Tired? Do You Sleep Soundly?

Patient Education

Tired? Do You Sleep Soundly?

Live your dream of a good night's sleep Good sleepers have a routine that doesn't change, even on weekends: lights out at the same time, alarm buzzing at the same time. They don't use caffeine late in the day or rely on alcohol or sleeping pills at bedtime. They exercise daily, and start relaxing two hours before bedtime. About half of all people over 65 report that they used to experience a well night's rest, but now they do not. It could be lack of [...]

By Diamond Dental of Sacramento|2016-04-19T00:00:31-07:00April 19, 2016|Patient Education|

Give Your Teeth a Fighting Chance
Give Your Teeth a Fighting Chance

Patient Education

Give Your Teeth a Fighting Chance

Against Acidity If you eat a lot of citrus fruits, drink carbonated soft drinks, suffer the eating disorder of bulimia, or experience the decline of saliva that often accompanies advancing age, you may be at risk of tooth erosion. What can cause your teeth to erode so badly you wind up having to see a dentist: Nightly tooth grinding? Too many soft drinks? Aggressive brushing? Dry mouth? The scraping of a hygienist's probe at a routine tooth cleaning? Well, you can rule out the [...]

By Diamond Dental of Sacramento|2016-04-12T00:00:46-07:00April 12, 2016|Patient Education|

Learning More About Cracked Teeth
Learning More About Cracked Teeth

Restorative Dentistry

Learning More About Cracked Teeth

Every tooth fracture's an emergency. Unfortunately, some are too tiny to be spotted by even a trained eye. We call it Cracked Tooth Syndrome. A patient shows up with a "mouthful of pain." Something's wrong somewhere, but which tooth? It could even be a hairline crack in an apparently healthy, cavity-free molar. Most cracks tend to be superficial, involving only part of the crown and a bit of the root structure. With a fast and effective procedure, direct bonding, the small fracture can be [...]

By Diamond Dental of Sacramento|2016-04-05T00:00:02-07:00April 5, 2016|Restorative Dentistry|

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