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gum disease

Gum disease is caused by bacteria and plaque buildup on teeth that inflames the surrounding gum tissue. Regular dental hygiene and dentist visits are recommended to reduce the risk of gum disease.

Root Cavities and Gum Disease

Root Cavities and Gum Disease

Many of our Yuba City dental patients unfortunately have gum disease. This problem is not just limited to our practice and clients, for it is a common problem throughout the United States. This poses definite difficulties because gum disease leads to gum recession,...

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Control Plaque and Tartar

Control Plaque and Tartar

Something lurks inside your mouth, waiting to take advantage of a skipped round of flossing, or an ignored toothbrush. What is it? It’s bacteria, silently making plaque and tartar. When enough of this goo and hard gunk accumulates along your gumline, the result is gum...

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Dental Sealants For Children and Adults Too

Dental Sealants For Children and Adults Too

Sealing Out Bacteria In a perfect world we’d never have a single cavity, we could eat all the sugar we want and never suffer the consequences. However, we’re not perfect and training children to be regular brushers and flossers is a great goal that gets mixed results....

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The Diabetes and Gum Disease Cycle

The Diabetes and Gum Disease Cycle

Diabetes is an increasingly common disease in the U.S. and each year more patients are diagnosed. Many of our dental patients are diabetics and the Yuba City Dentistry Group wants you to know that there is another dangerous dental side effect to diabetes. Since the...

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