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How Long Do Teeth Last? Answers From the Sacramento Dentistry Group
Dental patients often wonder how long their teeth will last. From a durability aspect, teeth are one of the hardest parts of the human body. They are also subject to a harsh environment, filled with acid-producing bacteria and subject to great stresses. Here is advice on making teeth last a lifetime. Read More
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Potential Consequences of Mail Order Aligners Explained by the Sacramento Dentistry Group
Mail order orthodontics are often touted on social media. Just because they worked for one person, will they work for everyone? Are there consequences of not having a dentist or orthodontist examine the mouth first? What can happen if orthodontics are performed without x-rays? Read More
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Tetracycline Versus Doxycycline and Tooth Staining — Answers From the Sacramento Dentistry Group
For many years, dentists and doctors were discouraged from using doxycycline with children, due to the potential for tooth staining with tetracycline-derived antibiotics. Newer data suggests otherwise for doxycycline. Read More
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Sacramento Dentistry Group Answers: Why is Soda Bad for Teeth?
Many people enjoy drinking soda, so why do dentists so routinely condemn it? This article highlights the two main problems with soft drinks as it relates to tooth decay. Solutions to the problem beyond cutting the soda habit are mentioned. Read More
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The Most Comfortable Mouthguard According to the Sacramento Dentistry Group
Mouthguards are easily purchased at pharmacies and sporting goods shops. Even discount stores now sell a brand of mouthguard. Whether or not these mouthguards are effective is another matter. The most effective and comfortable type of mouthguard is customized to fit the patient. Read More
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Celebrating National Children's Dental Health Month in LIttleton With Colorado Dental Arts
The American Dental Association is sponsoring National Children's Dental Health Month during February. Colorado Dental Arts is participating with visits to preschools to talk about dental hygiene and free exams and x-rays for children without a dentist. Read More
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The Sacramento Dentistry Group Talks Benefits Between Interdental Brushes and Floss
Patients often ask which is better, the interdental brush or dental floss. The answer to this question is more nuanced than simply ranking one tool over the other. Both methods of cleaning between the teeth have their advantages. Read More
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Using Invisalign With Sleep Apnea Explained by the Sacramento Dentistry Group
Invisalign uses clear aligners to correct imperfect teeth and arches. Although treatment usually provides great benefits to sleep apnea patients, what happens if they are already wearing an oral appliance to improve their breathing? Here we answer patient questions by describing how this problem is resolved. Read More
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Returning Dental Amalgam to the Sacramento Dentistry Group
If a patient breaks or loses a metal filling, what should they do with the broken amalgam? Herein we discuss why mercury amalgam should be disposed of properly at a dental office and how to bring the amalgam to your dentist. Read More
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Is Coffee Bad for Teeth? Sacramento Dentistry Group Answers
A morning cup of coffee is routine for many Americans, but what constitutes a "cup of coffee" anymore? Do the coffee drinks of today have much in common with the phrase "one lump or two," and how does that affect the oral health? Read More
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Facts About Interproximal Reduction (IPR) From the Sacramento Dentistry Group
Interproximal reduction, or IPR, is a dental technique used to create space between the teeth. Since it involves removing some of the enamel, many patients worry about its consequences. How much is removed? What does that represent? Why is it typically done? Read More
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Who Should Never Use Dental Amalgam Explained by the Sacramento Dentistry Group
Dental amalgam may contain mercury, but it is still considered safe by both the American Dental Association and the Food and Drug Administration. Nevertheless, there are patients that the Sacramento Dentistry Group does not consider good candidates for use of dental amalgam. Read More
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Neem and TMJ Pain Discussed by the Sacramento Dentistry Group
Products from the neem tree are traditionally used in its indigenous country of India for oral hygiene. Now its observed anti-inflammatory properties are being touted for pain treatment, including that caused by TMJ syndrome. What is indicated by the scientific literature and have any reputable human studies been performed? Read More
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Does Caffeine Stain Teeth? Sacramento Dentistry Group Provides the Answer.
Many people drink decaffeinated beverages for various reasons — to avoid insomnia, to lower their blood pressure, and simply to avoid caffeine. Will such steps also help to keep their teeth whiter? The answers lie in understanding the ingredients that cause tooth stains. Read More
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Same Day Crowns Now Offered by Sacramento Dentistry Group
The Sacramento Dentistry Group recently purchased the Ceramill Motion 2. This countertop milling machine can form all sorts of dental appliances using digital technology. Keeping the system in-house guarantees superior delivery for our patients. Read More
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The Sacramento Dentistry Group Replies About Cherries and Dentures
Patients with dentures worry about various types of delicious foods, including cherries, staining their false teeth. Unfortunately, this fear has a solid basis in fact! Nevertheless, patients can still enjoy healthy foods and white dentures. This article explains what causes such staining from cherries and how to handle it. Read More
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The Sacramento Dentistry Group Discusses Mouth Pain
Pains or aches in the mouth can unfortunately be caused by many different problems, each with its own solution. It takes an experienced dentist to diagnose the cause of mouth pain. Any type of mouth pain warrants a trip to the dentist to determine its source. Read More
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Sacramento Dentistry Group Answers: Do Lip Piercings Cause Bad Breath?
Lip piercings are a common form of jewelry, but they come with side effects. Can one of these side effects be bad breath? The Sacramento Dentistry Group uses its history with patient visitations and research to answer this question. Read More
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The Sacramento Dentistry Group Answers: Why Use a Custom Mouthguard?
Mouthguards regularly prevent sports injuries around the world. Their necessity is seldom questioned, but is a customized mouthguard really essential? Why mouthguards are needed and why customizing is effective are discussed in this article. Read More
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The Sacramento Dentistry Group Replies: Can You Brush Your Teeth Too Much?
Patients ask if there is such a thing as brushing too much. The truth is that even a good thing can be done to excess. Various factors are involved in deciding how much is too much, and these are discussed in this article. Read More
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Patients Ask the Sacramento Dentistry Group How Acidic is My Drink?
Many dental patients are unaware of the high acid content of many common beverages, such as sodas, fruit juices, sweet teas and sport drinks. This press release presents the average numbers for the most common classes of drinks and provides solutions to prevent damage to tooth enamel. Read More
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The Sacramento Dentistry Group Explains the Tools of Dental Extractions
Dental extractions today are far different from the teeth pulling of the past. With modern anesthetics and sedation techniques, the patient does not even have to feel any pain or be awake during the procedure. This article explains the tools used to extract teeth and what is done to replace them afterwards. Read More
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Response From the Sacramento Dentistry Group: How Does UV Light Kill Bacteria?
Many people are curious about whether UV light lives up to expectations as a sanitizer. A related question, however, is how does ultraviolet kill microbes? The answer involves a fascinating look at DNA and the damage caused by ultraviolet light. Read More
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The Sacramento Dentistry Group Replies: Can You Brush With Tap Water?
A client recently asked the question of whether tap water was safe for use when brushing their teeth. This article addresses this question and points out the benefits of tap water for both drinking and oral hygiene. Read More
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The Sacramento Dentistry Group Examines Loose Teeth and Invisalign
Patients occasionally note that their teeth feel loose while they undergo an orthodontic procedure with Invisalign. Is this normal? Is it simply part of the orthodontic process? Why don't their friends with braces feel the same way? This article answers these questions. Read More
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The Sacramento Dentistry Group Discusses Dental X-Rays
Every month, patients ask the dentists at the Sacramento Dentistry Group if dental x-rays are dangerous. In this press release, we discuss the answer to the question and reveal dangers that are far greater and much more common than any complications due to the small amounts of dental x-ray radiation. Read More
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The Sacramento Dentistry Group Answers: Does Invisalign Cause Cysts?
Invisalign is a clear plastic form of orthodontics, preferred by many for its invisibility and comfort. Can this treatment method cause oral cysts to form? An examination of the medical literature reveals the answer. Read More