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.
Why Are You Getting Cavities?
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Oral Health
Oral health is important to our physical health as well! Check out our tips on teeth brushing, flossing, mouthwash, bad breath, and tooth loss. We even answer questions about infant and child mouth care.
Scrape Your Tongue!
Tongue scraping is a healthy habit that keeps your mouth cleaner and your teeth safer. Learn more about why you would benefit from tongue cleaning!
Three Dental Implant Questions for Your Dentist
Considering dental implants? You probably have lots of questions about this procedure, and we have the answers! Here are the top 3 questions to ask your dentist before proceeding with this revolutionary treatment. And if you prefer to watch the answers in video format, we have that too!
February is National Children’s Dental Health Month
February is the month set aside by the ADA to emphasize the importance of children’s dental health. Find out about free educational resources!
Why You Should Clean Your Toddler’s Teeth
Superorganism Combines Bacteria and Fungi to Attack Tooth Enamel Many of the patients at the Yuba City Dentistry Group are children, and we often find that oral health care for toddlers can be lacking. Depending on toothbrushing habits at home, the snacks and drinks...
Are You Feeling Lucky?
A recent study in Europe shows that people who believe their life is affected by luck are more likely to have severe gum disease. In contrast, people who believe that their own actions are the major factor in life outcomes are more likely to have good oral health. Why is this the case? Find out here!
Benefits of Dental Sealants
How long do dental sealants last? Are they beneficial for adults? What do they do to protect the teeth? Find out more about dental sealants in this article.
Thumb Sucking or a Pacifier?
Is there a benefit to allowing a child to suck their thumb over using a pacifier, or vice versa? Find out more about this common childhood habit.
Apps for Brushing the Teeth
Did you know there are apps that help children to focus on their toothbrushing? Find out more about how the smartphone can contribute to dental focus and fun!
Breastfeeding and Dental Development
A child’s dental health is positively impacted by whether they breastfed and for how long. Learn more about why breastfeeding benefits the child dentally.
Thumbsucking and Dental Development
Thumbsucking is a common habit in children, but it should stop by the time their first permanent tooth erupts. Otherwise, significant problems will result if it continues. Here are some helpful tips to help your child break the habit when that time comes.
Keep Your Balance in Oral Hygiene
Brushing our teeth does more than just keep our teeth clean and get rid of bad breath. It also helps maintain a delicate balance of oral bacteria. Here’s a closer look at maintaining your oral health!
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!
Maintain Oral Health Despite Crohn’s Disease
Did you know Crohn’s disease can lead to poor oral health? Find out more about the connection and what our Yuba City Dentists can do to help.
How Bacteria Affects Breath
Can you measure the quality of bad breath? Turns out you can! More importantly, we share tips to decrease bad breath and improve your oral health.