A vital step in your oral health routine is flossing. We hope our patients at Central Valley Dentist maintain good oral hygiene, including daily flossing between each visit to our Manteca, California office. A toothbrush is not always enough to get to the hard-to-reach areas of your mouth. When food remains between your teeth, bacteria starts to grow and will break down your enamel. This is where flossing comes in!
Regular dental cleanings and checkups at our Manteca, California office are an excellent way to ensure everything is A-OK in your mouth. There’s a reason the American Dental Association recommends a professional cleaning every six months! Here’s what you can usually expect during your visit with the doctor: Head and neck examination: The dentist or dental hygienist will look for anything out of the ordinary. He or she will check
For many individuals, autumn brings with it a number of new beginnings. Fall is the time that many people return to school, get back to the daily grind after an enjoyable summer, and even get married. As the weather cools down, it’s easier to enjoy the outdoors. And regardless of what fall-related events are on your calendar, the doctor and our team at Central Valley Dentist know you’ll want to
You find yourself drowsy and irritable all day. Or you have trouble sleeping, and when you do, you snore loudly throughout the night punctuated with silent pauses where you aren’t breathing at all. Or your loved ones tell you that you’ve been keeping them awake with your snoring or frightening them awake when you gasp for breath. Whatever symptom may have brought you to the doctor, you’ve been diagnosed with
Imagine walking into in Manteca, feeling a mix of anticipation and hope, knowing that All-on-4 dental implants could be the key to transforming your smile and elevating your quality of life. As you sit in the chair, the team introduces you to their advanced 3D imaging technology. This tool goes beyond traditional methods. This cutting-edge imaging offers a crystal-clear view of your dental structure, ensuring that every implant is accurately
When Sarah lost her front tooth in an accident, she was hesitant about getting a dental implant. Would it feel the same? Would it function like her natural teeth? After her dentist at assured her that a single tooth implant could restore the look and feel of her smile, she decided to go for it. A few months later, Sarah can hardly remember the difference. The implant feels so natural
How better to spend the fall months than inside by the fireplace with a warm cup of cider and a book in hand? the doctor and our team encourage you to warm up your mind this fall season with a few great books. Sure it may be easy to put off reading when balancing a hectic schedule, but reading is vital to brain development. Besides, reading is always a blast!
Scientists have discovered tooth decay in specimens that are more than 15,000 years old. The ancients once thought that cavities were caused by something called “tooth worms” … Eew! They didn’t exist, of course, but how else could humans explain the holes that cavities make in teeth? The appearance of cavities on a widespread basis is often traced to the rise of farming. The new diet filled with grains and
As the leaves begin to change and the air turns crisp, transitioning your dental routine for the fall season is essential, especially if you have dental implants. we understand the importance of maintaining optimal oral health year-round, and fall presents unique considerations. Implant Dentistry by Dr. Rujul G. Parikh offers professional advice on how to care for your dental implants during this season, ensuring they remain in top condition. This guide
A length of floss plus your teeth is about as low-tech as it gets. But, as with so many other “simple” skills, it helps to learn just the right technique to avoid common mistakes and to make your flossing as effective as it can possibly be. Choose the Right Floss for You You’re getting ready to go out, and your floss keeps getting stuck, shredding, or snagging. You might try
the doctor and our team at Central Valley Dentist hear this question all the time. Millions of people have dental crowns that artificially restore the chewing surface of a tooth. Also known as caps, these restorations surround the entire portion of the tooth that is above the gum line. Crowns are custom fabricated to match the color, shape, and size of other teeth and are visually undetectable to others. Several
Plaque is a sticky subject! It sticks to the enamel of our teeth above and below the gum line, and it collects around fillings, braces, and other dental work. Plaque is one of the major causes of tooth decay and gum disease, and our teeth are under daily attack by this filmy menace. What are the facts about plaque, and how can we fight back? Read on for some effective