Placerville Dental Group

Dental Practice and the ADA

The ADA, or American Dental Association, is an organization designed to help dentists succeed and support the advancement of dental health for the public. The ADA has supported dentistry for over 160 years, and currently has over 160,000 members. They provide rules and regulations for the dental industry. They also research ongoing issues in dentistry, while supporting research and development…

Backstage Support for Dentistry

When you state a quote from your favorite movie, do you think of the actor who said it or the writer who wrote it? When you think of a favorite song, do you picture the performer or the composer? During a medical checkup, do you consider the doctor or the nurse? It’s only natural to pay attention to the main performer or primary medical provider. Nevertheless, they have support staff and…

Sertraline and Dental Implants

The American public has benefitted from dental implants for over 50 years. During that time, dental implants have become more affordable with better options – for instance, many more dental insurance companies cover dental implants or assist with the cost. Current success rates with dental implants reliably stay above 90 to 95 percent. Organizations like the American Dental Association (ADA) and…

Major League Oral Health

For many decades, smokeless tobacco (or chewing tobacco) has been used by baseball players and fans alike. Its use even spawned a style of chewing gum sold as shreds in pouches, to imitate the look and packaging of chewing tobacco. But medical and dental practitioners have long known the damage that chewing tobacco does to the human body. Results include teeth stains, bad breath, gum disease and…

Dental Insurance for Placerville

For Dental Coverage When You Need It If you get a checkup from any family practitioner, there’s a fee for the services provided. Medical insurance helps pay for these fees and the costs from unforeseen medical events, like an accident or illness. Similarly, the dental field benefits from insurance companies that insure the cost of dental procedures. Many people have access to dental insurance…

The Influence of Dental Implants

Since the 1960’s, dental implant technology has improved the confidence, smiles, and chewing ability for many Americans. According to the American Academy of Implant Dentistry (AAID), over 3 million people in the United States have dental implants, and an additional 500,000 people get added to this number each year. As dental implants become more available over time through efficient techniques…

Teeth Whitening That Works!

You don’t have to look very far at all to find a product that promises to whiten your teeth. Trays, strips, gels, gum, toothpastes, mouthwashes – even some models of toothbrushes and dental floss claim to whiten your teeth. Some of these products show before and after pictures, but what guarantee do you have that your teeth will see the same benefits as the model’s teeth? Despite the labels and…

Dental Implants Q & A

If you have missing teeth, the Placerville Dental Group typically recommends dental implants instead of bridges or dentures because of their better quality and functionality. Many people have questions about dental implants. Let’s answer a few of the more popular ones. What are dental implants? A dental implant is a prosthesis used to replace missing teeth. They are screwed into your jaw and…

Coping with Dental Discomfort and Disease

Fears of pain during a dental procedure is all it takes to keep many Americans from visiting the dentist. This issue is so common that the Placerville Dental Group takes great care to determine your level of comfort before, during and after your procedure. During your procedure we can use sleep dentistry to make sure you experience no pain, anxiety, or discomfort whatsoever. After oral surgery,…

Single Visit Crowns for Teeth

“Time marches on!” By applying the latest in machine technology, the methods for dental restorations have developed to the point where you can now get a same day dental crown! Previously, when you needed a new tooth, it might take a couple weeks or more to receive a carefully crafted ceramic crown. Now we can make them in our office using the latest in oral scanners, x-ray machines, and 3D…

Bone Grafting for Dental Implants

Many people end up losing a permanent tooth at some point in their lives. Whether your tooth loss was a result of periodontal disease or injury, dental implants are the healthiest way to restore your smile. Dental implants act like artificial roots that fuse to the jawbone. A replacement tooth or bridge (if you need to replace multiple teeth) is fixed to the top of these roots, with a look that…

Jawbone Loss and your Teeth

Our bodies are constantly rebuilding themselves at a cellular level. Portions of older bone get removed through a process called resorption, and new bone is put in place through ossification. When we are young, ossification is working at a higher level than resorption, which results in healthy, growing bodies. As we mature, both of these processes are in relative balance, affected mainly by our…

We Are Not Talking About the Recommended Dietary Allowance From car sales to the military, many trades, businesses and organizations use acronyms and abbreviations to identify certain aspects of their field. It could be an item, report, a department, a manufacturing component, or even a process or method. Common examples are FBI (Federal Bureau of Investigation), DNA (deoxyribonucleic acid), the…

Help for the Reluctant Dental Patient

Most people do not mind visiting their family dentist, but some patients have an unwillingness to get their dental checkups regularly. There is no single reason for this type of reluctance – causes vary, and stem from a variety of sources. At the Placerville Dental Group, we understand how many patients, new or old, might have a lack of enthusiasm when it comes to dental visits. Let’s discuss…

What Should You Put on Your Toothbrush? The dental industry is no stranger to people wanting alternative methods for oral care. Many people love to try alternative, homegrown, and organic options in taking care of their teeth and gums. Don’t like flossing? Try an interdental brush. Problems with electric toothbrushes? Have a go with the toothbrush tree. Can’t stand the taste of mouthwash? Use a…

Every individual working at the Placerville Dental Group has your dental health as their main goal. They want to make sure that your smile is the best it can be, and that your health of your teeth and gums stays in top shape. That includes not only your dentist, but their assistant, the hygienist, the specialist, and the scheduler at the front desk. It even includes people you might not ever see,…

Peptides for Oral Health

“Remineralization Guided by Peptides” A few years ago, researchers at the University of Washington discovered a product that helps to reverse tooth decay. With this product, they are creating a technology using natural substances to boost the repair of damaged teeth. The research is ongoing, but if the federal government approves its use, we will have another strong supporter in the fight against…