Yes, Dental Care Can Be Relaxing!

A dentist and a patient with a sedation mask on her face.

When you think about relaxing moments, you probably think about listening to the waves of the ocean, lying under a fluffy blanket or listening to soft music. Rarely do people associate going to the dentist with being relaxed – or even comfortable. However, sedation dentistry can change this. Do you tense up at the thought […]

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Is Your Dental Issue a Dental Emergency?

Toothache

Even the best-kept smiles can suffer unexpected harm. In fact, many dental problems come without warning. Whether you wake up with a sudden toothache or suffer tooth damage during an accidental injury, it is important to understand what constitutes a dental emergency. In other words, which dental concerns need immediate attention and which ones can […]

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Sealants: Extra Protection for Your Child’s Smile

Child Patient

When it comes to protecting your child’s growing teeth, there is no substitute for daily brushing and flossing and visiting your dentist twice a year. These are the best methods for preventing decay and keeping healthy gums. However, there is a way to boost your child’s resistance to cavities even more by using dental sealants. […]

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Fixing Your Front Tooth Gap

Dental Procedure

There are many celebrities that have embraced their front tooth gap. However that doesn’t mean you have to live with yours. In fact, many patients turn to the help of cosmetic dentistry to correct the unsightly or distracting space that exists between their top front teeth. Closing a single tooth gap may be easier and […]

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One Simple Change for a Beautiful Smile

Water in a Glass With Fruit

Isn’t it nice when you can make one simple change and reap huge benefits from it? This can be as simple as replacing a burnt-out light bulb to brighten a room automatically. Or, it can be choosing to bite your tongue instead of engaging in a petty argument – avoiding a major blowup with someone […]

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When Should Your Child’s First Dental Visit Be Scheduled?

Young Child Using a Toothbrush Napa CA

Your child’s dental care is crucial for ensuring that their smile stays healthy and helps to set them up for a lifetime commitment to their oral health. At-home care is just as important as professional checkups. Your child’s first dental visit should be within six months after their first tooth erupts, or by the age […]

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5 Tips for A Successful First Dental Visit for Your Child

Child at the Dentist Napa CA

Children in the Napa, California area need to visit the dentist as early as a couple of years old (by 4 at the latest.) Starting at a young age will help to build a positive relationship between your child and the dentist, plus help set them up for a healthier smile in the future. Preparing […]

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Why Didn’t My Dental Insurance Pay for That?

Dental Insurance Napa CA

For someone who doesn’t deal with dental insurance every day, understanding your benefits can be overwhelming. For example, your plan may not cover something that you think it should and you may be wondering why. Here are some common procedures and reasons why some insurance claims in Napa, CA get denied. Frequencies Most policies will […]

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Pediatric Dental Care – It’s Important!

Young Child Using a Toothbrush Napa CA

It’s true—there’s nothing quite like a big gummy smile from a happy baby, particularly after a long night of teething and little sleep. What’s more, however, is the satisfaction of seeing a few baby teeth erupt. Though it’s a time for celebration, it’s also an important time to begin practicing pediatric dental care. In fact, […]

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Diet and Oral Health

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While diet has a profound effect on overall health and wellness, it also affects one’s oral and dental health. Thus, while a diet high in sugar can cause tooth decay and cavities, it can also lead to diabetes and other medical conditions. Interestingly, for those living with a disease such as diabetes, for instance, they […]

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