An emergency is something none of us want to experience. How can you prevent dental injuries or emergencies? What treatment can you expect from your dentist in a dental emergency? Prepare yourself by reading the answers to these questions below.
CTS (Cracked Tooth Syndrome) occurs when a tooth has a crack that is too small to be seen on typical dental X-rays or is hidden under the gums. Diagnosing and treating a cracked tooth is important to maintaining good dental health. Who does it affect, what are the symptoms and what is the treatment? We have the answers.
Finding a new dentist is something you should not put off! For whatever reason, selecting your new dentist is an important task that should be done ASAP. Here are the questions to consider in your search.
Toothaches are caused by a variety of factors, but the important thing is that none of them are good. A toothache will never cure itself long-term. If you are suffering from a toothache, give us a call today to get it fixed!
Bleeding gums can cause quite the scare! Worry not. Here are some simple tips to help determine the cause and how to find relief. And always know, the caring team at Placerville Dental Group are here to help.
The loss of the tooth always has consequences. These are different if the tooth is a baby or primary tooth, compared to an adult or permanent tooth. Why is this difference important?
What is dental trauma and how can you prevent it? Here we present the most common forms of dental trauma for children and adults and prevention ideas.
Sleep dentistry, oral conscious sedation, sedation dentistry – it all means stress-free dental visits without fear of needles or instruments. Find out more here!
Should you save money on dentistry by traveling to a foreign country for treatment? Here we talk about a real-life account and the experiences of our dentists.
Most people do not mind visiting their family dentist, but some patients have an unwillingness to get their dental checkups regularly. There is no single reason for this type of reluctance – causes vary, and stem from a variety of sources. At the Placerville Dental...
Our permanent adult teeth are meant to be exactly that — permanent. They aren’t meant to come out on their own. But popular sports and unforeseen accidents might lead to a tooth getting loose or completely knocked out (the fancy word is avulsed). What would be the...
A recent Instagram search listed a post under the title “Amazing Facts.” In that post, it said that "Teeth are the only bones in the human body that are exposed to open air." Since the post had that authoritative title, many people might conclude that teeth are indeed...
Dentists are doctors. As doctors, they provide treatments and procedures that restore, sustain, or improve your health. Even with this understanding, most dental procedures are not covered by medical insurance. Dental insurance fully covers cleanings, but typically...
Technology is Making Progress What can you make with a 3D printer? Honestly, it’s easier to list what you can’t make! House keys, smart wallets, adjustable wrenches, toothpaste tube squeezers, fishing lures, dinnerware, record albums, high heels, replacement car...
When Home Dentistry Fails DIY (Do-It-Yourself) projects have always been extremely popular, and the Internet has made them omnipresent. Many websites and television channels are dedicated strictly to DIY projects. Just google “DIY” and see how many options pop up! As...
What’s the Difference? Recently, we discussed what separates a periodontist from a regular dentist. However, periodontists are far from the only specialists that the Placerville Dental Group keeps available for referrals. Continuing our series on dental specialties,...