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Bad Breath and How to Beat It
We all get surprised by bad breath sometimes, either our own or someone else's. Bad breath happens due to a number of factors, not just from eating garlic or drinking coffee. Dentists refer to the waste from bad breath bacteria as “volatile sulfur compounds” (VSC) and...
Summer Fun and Your Dental Health
Warmer weather means BBQ season and fun with family and friends. Getting outside and being more active is on many summer to-do lists. The Placerville Dental Group has a few tips to maintain your dental health through the summer and beyond. Healthy Summer Eating With...
Does Stannous Fluoride Prevent Gum Disease?
There are so many varieties of toothpastes it can be hard to choose which one is best for you. Whitening, fluoride, desensitizing, plaque and tartar control, and antibacterial, the combinations and brands available seem almost endless. So how do you make the best...
Dental Decay and Risk of Stroke
May is American Stroke Month in the United States. It is noteworthy to mention that May is also High Blood Pressure Awareness Month. These significant health conditions often go together. Dr. Jeffrey Saver, quoted on the American Heart Association website says,...
Debunking Two Big Teething Myths
A baby's first tooth is a momentous occasion and many parents can't wait to show off the photos of their little one's toothy grin. But with that pearly smile probably came some fussiness and a few sleepless nights too. The Placerville Dental Group answers teething...
What Parents Should Know About Braces
Do you think your child needs braces or has your dentist told you your child would benefit from having them? Regular dental check ups from the Placerville Dental Group ensure your child maintains a healthy mouth and potential problems may be avoided with the use of...
Diabetics — Don’t Avoid the Dentist!
Good Oral Health is Essential for Diabetics The Journal of the American Dental Association recently published a study revealing that people with diabetes visit the dentist less often than those without diabetes. The results of this research study is surprising to our...
Uses for an Old Toothbrush
Reduce and Reuse Your toothbrush doesn't last forever, but it still has some life left even when you switch to a fresh one. Toothbrushes should be replaced as soon as they start to show wear or after about three months — whichever comes first. After the exchange, you...
New ADA Opioid Policy
Even though dentists account for only about 7% of all U.S. opioid prescriptions, the American Dental Association (ADA) is encouraging dentists to “eliminate opioids from your arsenal if at all possible.” The reasons for this include two things: the frightening opioid...
Are Mail Order Dental Aligners For You?
It's a given that everyone likes straight, white, healthy teeth. When it comes to straightening, the Placerville Dental Group uses the latest computerized technology from Invisalign to straighten your teeth with a well-researched, customized dental plan, designed to...
Sensitivity Toothpastes Show Minimal Effect
Preventive Value Debated by Researchers A recent study published in the journal Scientific Reports concluded that toothpaste for sensitive teeth does not actually prevent enamel erosion. And while some toothpastes made for sensitive teeth may erode the enamel less...
Effective Cold Sore Treatment
If you've ever experienced a cold sore, than you know the feeling of dread that occurs when you see or feel that little sore spot starting. Painful and annoying, they are an unwelcome side effect of a viral infection. Fortunately, the Placerville Dental Group offers a...
How Often Do Millennials Brush Their Teeth?
A recent survey of 2,000 Millennials ages 18-34 found that one in three do not brush their teeth every day! Some reportedly go days without brushing their teeth, despite more than half of those surveyed saying they are afraid of losing teeth because of bad oral...
March is National Nutrition Month
The topic of diet and it's affect on dental health is discussed frequently on this site because our Placerville dentists care about the local community and the health of all our patients. That's why we are happy to announce that March is National Nutrition Month!...
The Best Way to Prevent Gum Recession
When you look good, you feel good and a confident smile is part of that. Healthy teeth come in a variety of shades of white and yellow, but should always be supported by firm, pink gums that do not bleed. Preventing gum disease, and the resulting gum recession, is key...