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Fluoride for the Family
When you think of fluoride treatment and use, you probably think of the benefits for children and their developing teeth. Fluoride is indeed essential for children to have strong teeth, but it’s also important for adults. The Yuba City Dentistry Group encourages our...
Invisalign at Yuba City Dentistry
Many beneficial advances in the field of dentistry and orthodontics make life significantly easier for patients. One of our favorites is Invisalign clear orthodontic aligners. Invisalign aligners are for people of any age who want to straighten their teeth without...
Don’t Forget Your Tongue!
It’s easy to forget one of the hardest working members of your body, the tongue! It’s always there, tasting the good and the bad and helping you to speak clearly every day. The only time many of us give our tongues some thought is when we bite it or look at it after...
Prevent Gum Recession
What does a healthy mouth look like? The teeth have strong enamel in varying shades of white or slightly yellow, sitting snugly in their sockets, surrounded by firm, pink gums. However, when gums recede due to poor dental hygiene, oral piercings or age, the roots of...
Toothbrush 101
“I know how to take care of my toothbrush!”, you may say. Aren't they pretty basic? But where are you doing with that toothbrush after brushing? Is it being stored in the best place? Our Yuba City dentist can help you make sure you're taking good care of your...
Oral Abscess Upset
Detecting and Eliminating Oral Abscesses An oral abscess is a painful condition that requires prompt treatment from our Yuba City dental clinic. When a person has an oral abscess, a pocket of pus develops in infected gum tissue and causes swelling and pain. Left...
Genes and Your Oral Health
Which dental traits and problems have you inherited from your parents? While no one is absolutely fated to have good or bad oral health, dentists have long noticed complications experienced by multiple generations of one family. In many cases, this is simply the...
Acid Reflux and Dental Health
Feeling the Burn Acid reflux makes life pretty miserable. Gastroesophageal acid reflux disease, GERD for short, is more than just a bothersome case of heartburn from eating hot nachos. The variety of commercials offering solutions tells you that acid reflux is a...
Protecting Teeth from Swimmer’s Calculus
Summertime is here! School is out, so let the vacations begin! Hot valley summers mean long afternoons at the nearest pool, either in your backyard or somewhere else in your neighborhood. But did you know that it's important to protect your teeth from chlorine, just...
The Best Way To Prevent Tooth Decay
What’s the best way to prevent tooth decay? Brushing and flossing every day. It’s so simple, but tooth decay and gum disease are the most common problems our Yuba City dental professionals treat. Our mouth is attacked every day by acid-eroding food and drinks. Combine...
Myths About Veneers
Have you wanted to improve your smile but thought there was no way you could ever do so? There are many misconceptions about having a bright smile full of straight teeth. One is that celebrities are born with a dazzling smile or that they spent a lot of money to get...
Who Has More Dental Anxiety?
Is it Men or Women? The Yuba City Dentistry Group knows that not many people look forward to going to the dentist. Most would prefer to do anything other than go to the dentist, especially when they know there might be a problem. Of course, fixing problems before they...
Oral Piercings and Dental Health
Inform Yourself of the Risks Don’t pierce on a whim." — The American Dental Association Body piercings, including the lips and tongue, are more mainstream in today’s society. If you or someone you care about is considering an oral piercing, is there anything you...
Treatment for Dry Mouth
Saliva is essential for oral health. Made mostly of water, it lubricates, cleans, remineralizes the enamel and helps fight bacteria. It also is an important factor in healthy digestion. Saliva helps us to speak and plays an important role in our sense of taste....
Smile Your Best and Brightest
Whether we like it or not, appearance matters. So sometimes we need a little help, especially in regards to our teeth. Some teeth just don't grow the way they're supposed to, and all of us suffer the effects of aging as we get older. The Yuba City Dentistry Group...