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The Perils of a Bad Bite
The Perils of a Bad Bite

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The Perils of a Bad Bite

No, we're not talking about being attacked by a junkyard dog. That's perilous enough. The bite in question here is your own bite—the way your lower teeth and your upper teeth come together. A bad bite can be responsible for several woes you might not necessarily connect, like headaches, unsightly teeth and TMJ disorder. Let's take TMJ first. That's short for temporomandibular joint—the hinge that connects your jaw to your skull. It's stressed every day, just like your knee joint. When you eat, your [...]

By Diamond Dental of Sacramento|2017-11-28T00:00:23-08:00November 28, 2017|Preventative Dentistry|

Bruxism, the Unknown Habit
Bruxism, the Unknown Habit

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Bruxism, the Unknown Habit

It's such a common habit, yet most of the time we never know we're doing it. Not cracking your knuckles or biting fingernails, but intense clenching and grinding of your teeth—known in dental terminology as bruxism. The reason this phenomenon goes unnoticed so often is that "grinders" usually perform when they're sleeping. Most research agrees that nighttime clenching is just a way of releasing tension. From what we see in the office, there's more than a few tense people out there. The most common [...]

By Diamond Dental of Sacramento|2017-10-10T00:00:54-07:00October 10, 2017|Preventative Dentistry|

To Prevent Cavities…
To Prevent Cavities…

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To Prevent Cavities…

Don't filter out fluoride! In the years since fluoride first was added to city water supplies, dentists have seen tooth decay in kids cut in half. Fluoride really works! If you've got youngsters at home, make sure they get all the decay-fighting fluoride they need. There's nothing wrong with home water filtration systems or bottled drinking water. But it's possible the fluoride has been filtered out– or kids are receiving none at all. A safe, effective fluoride level is 0.7 mg per liter. If [...]

By Diamond Dental of Sacramento|2017-05-09T00:00:42-07:00May 9, 2017|Preventative Dentistry|

Ask About MI Paste
Ask About MI Paste

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Ask About MI Paste

MI Paste, a calcium-phosphate remineralizing paste, is a safe and effective way to treat a variety of oral health conditions. It may also be the most effective way to reduce cavities in mature adults, especially when combined with the use of high-fluoride toothpastes. MI Paste can be used to: Reduce high oral acid levels, either from drinking too many soft drinks or from pregnancy Reverse tooth sensitivity before and after professional cleaning Treat those periodontal problems caused by diabetes Restore enamel gloss after whitening [...]

By Diamond Dental of Sacramento|2017-04-18T00:00:21-07:00April 18, 2017|Preventative Dentistry|

Save Money By Preventing Dental Expenses
Save Money By Preventing Dental Expenses

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Save Money By Preventing Dental Expenses

Everyone is concerned about money these days. But the only way to save wisely is to calculate your net gain (or loss). We agree that it's silly to drive 20 miles to save 3 cents a gallon on gas, but it's just as foolish to skip your dental appointments. With the cost of everything increasing, an excellent way to save money is to prevent potential problems before they become big ones. Regular dental exams and cleanings are the best way to avoid a big [...]

By Diamond Dental of Sacramento|2017-04-04T00:00:12-07:00April 4, 2017|Preventative Dentistry|

Tool of the Trade
Tool of the Trade

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Tool of the Trade

Sure, everybody knows dental floss when they see it (we hope), and if you're in a periodontal program, you may be using miles of it. But do you recognize this gizmo? It's for "interdental" hygiene, especially useful for people with substantial spaces between their teeth at the gum line. Some studies show that interdental brushing, in combination with regular brushing and flossing, does a real number on plaque. Go gently, though. Any extreme pressure between the teeth, particularly in the presence of gum problems, [...]

By Diamond Dental of Sacramento|2017-01-17T00:00:29-08:00January 17, 2017|Preventative Dentistry|

Tongue Tales
Tongue Tales

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Tongue Tales

Traditionally, doctors and dentists have depended on the tongue to help them diagnose various diseases. And tongues do have a lot to say. For example, scarlet fever is accompanied by a spotted "strawberry" tongue. Burning tongue, a very painful condition, affects primarily post-menopausal women and can reflect systemic problems. Hairy leukoplakia is a common AIDS-related oral lesion. And candidiasis, a fungus infection which coats the tongue white, also says something is wrong. Now you know why, when you're asked to stick out your tongue [...]

By Diamond Dental of Sacramento|2016-10-25T00:00:36-07:00October 25, 2016|Preventative Dentistry|

Fluoride, it’s for Life
Fluoride, it’s for Life

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Fluoride, it’s for Life

If your goal is healthy teeth for life, then you need fluoride. It ensures newly formed teeth are strong; prevents plaque, caries, and gum disease; and protects roots that get exposed as gums recede over time. This essential mineral is present in what we eat and drink, but a healthy diet doesn't supply enough for a gleaming smile. Instead, it's important to apply it topically and drink fluoride-rich water. In toothpaste, it boosts the cavity resistance of existing teeth. Systemic fluoride, in water, creates healthy tooth structure [...]

By Diamond Dental of Sacramento|2016-07-19T00:00:06-07:00July 19, 2016|Preventative Dentistry|

Tongue Brushing
Tongue Brushing

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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|

Simple Dental Resolutions in 2016
Simple Dental Resolutions in 2016

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Simple Dental Resolutions in 2016

A new year, a blank page. For most, it's the perfect opportunity to make Resolutions. Nobody ever resolves "to feel guilty after failing to keep resolutions." Yet that's the one we actually keep! How to avoid making this resolution business an empty self-promise? How about narrowing it to just one? Make it something you CAN achieve and, most importantly, WANT to achieve. Psychological researchers find resolutions pan out when motivation comes from within instead of without ("my spouse wants me to lose weight"). Then [...]

By Diamond Dental of Sacramento|2016-01-05T00:00:21-08:00January 5, 2016|Preventative Dentistry|

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