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Problems With Saliva

Problems With Saliva

The Placerville Dental Group is pretty sure you don’t think too much about your saliva. Even though it’s an essential fluid and we need it for good oral health, it’s not really something we tend to meditate about, unless we seem to have too little or too much. What is...

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How to Handle Holiday Treats

How to Handle Holiday Treats

Teeth and sugar do not get along, but some candies are worse for teeth than others. How can you keep yourself and your kids healthy during the candy and dessert surge at the end of the year? Here are some tips from our dentists at the Placerville Dental Group. If you...

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Should You Have a Dental Budget?

Should You Have a Dental Budget?

Save Now to Save Teeth Later To have a healthy mouth and bright smile, it is best to see our Placerville dentists twice a year. Should you budget for dental care needs even if you have dental insurance? Yes! Setting aside a small amount of money each month or having a...

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Braces a Pain?

Braces a Pain?

How to Deal With It You went to the Placerville Dental Group and after consulting with a dentist you got braces! Our staff prepared you for what to expect, but the minor pain and discomfort you might be experiencing from your new orthodontics may lead you to wonder if...

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Try This At Home!

Try This At Home!

Bold Action Prevents Dental Problems On television we often see people do bold or dangerous things that come with the disclaimer “Don’t try this at home.” Although we encourage our children to follow that advice, many people go on to attempt the very things they were...

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Are Porcelain Veneers Right for You?

Are Porcelain Veneers Right for You?

Choosing a Better Smile We all want to look and feel our best, but if you are unsatisfied with your smile or you want to look as young as you feel, have you considered porcelain veneers? The dentists at the Placerville Dental Group have a lot of experience giving...

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It’s Good For You!

It’s Good For You!

The Placerville Dental Group knows that not all patients enjoy coming to the dentist. This might be because of bad past experiences, fear of dental instruments or of potential pain and discomfort. Rest assured, our caring dentists and hygienists understand and do our...

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Dental Mama Drama

Dental Mama Drama

Hormones Affect Gum Health During Pregnancy Pregnancy does some unexpected things to women’s bodies, and while every woman and pregnancy is different, there are some common dental concerns. One of these pregnancy problems is an increased risk gum disease. While about...

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Why Do Children Have Jagged Teeth?

Why Do Children Have Jagged Teeth?

A few articles ago, we discussed teething when a baby’s teeth come in and dealing with any pain during the process. Let’s now talk about permanent teeth. The first permanent tooth arrives after much wiggling of the loose baby tooth by the excited child (or parent)....

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