Hear what a dental hygienist has to say after decades of experience in the field about the effects of smoking on the teeth, both depending on the substance and method.
A Hygienist Talks About Smoking
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Gum Recession
Marijuana Use Connected to More Cavities
What connections are there between marijuana use and tooth decay? Why should cannabis users be concerned? What might be causing the connections? Find out more.
What is Dental Debridement?
Oral debridement is not as bad as it sounds, but it is definitely important for removing significant tartar buildup. When debridement needed as opposed to a regular dental cleaning? What is the process like? Learn more here!
Why Are You Getting Cavities?
Cavities happen — it’s one of the reasons why dentists exist and are often busy. Cavity prevention is possible by analyzing your habits, both good and bad. Here are some tips to help with cavity prevention.
Receding Gums and Oral Health
Receding gums can be just as bad as tooth decay, because both lead to missing teeth, and one can lead to the other. Find out more about prevention and cures!
So You Didn’t Brush Your Teeth?
The average Californian’s life follows the same basic pattern: food, work, sleep, repeat. There might be a variation or two — perhaps a little recreation added. Hopefully, one other regular element is your routine of oral care, including brushing your teeth for two...
Too Much of a Good Thing
Brush for two minutes, twice a day, with daily flossing. This routine is important for oral health! Some individuals keep to the program religiously, while others have difficulty forming the habit. Some unfortunately take it to the other extreme – brushing...
Psssst…! Try PST?
What is PST? It certainly sounds secretive, doesn’t it? You might not have heard of this dental procedure before, but we are open and forthcoming about all of our procedures — just ask. The Yuba City Dentistry Group also doesn’t divulge the secrets of our patients,...