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It’s a beautiful day in Sacramento as you skate up and down the streets in your neighborhood. As you whip around the corner, the wind is blowing in your hair and you feel completely in the zone. The next moment you’re flying through the air and slamming face-first onto the pavement. You put your hand […]

Some people don’t floss just because they dislike the tedious process, other people have an extra strong gag reflex that wards them off from ever reaching the back teeth of their mouth. There are many reasons why patients may avoid flossing—but that doesn’t excuse the bad habit of skipping this part of your dental routine.

If you’re thinking about replacing your teeth, you may have a million questions running through your mind about dental implants in Sacramento. If you’re ready to take the next step to better oral health by replacing your teeth, this blog post will fill you in on all the need-to-know information about dental implants. Dental Implant

Dental implants in Sacramento are one of the best ways to replace missing teeth. They’re secure in the mouth, and you can treat them like they’re your natural teeth. Plus, they help to preserve the structure of your jawbone, and they can save the surrounding teeth from extra wear and tear. Really, in most cases,

When you look in the mirror, do you truly love your smile? There are certain features that we stare at in the mirror that we wish we could just change. The good news is that you don’t have to wish for the perfect smile any longer. Cosmetic dentistry is a great way to help patients

When you live with a compromised tooth, it affects every aspect of your life. Eating and chewing become a challenge, making it difficult to eat the healthy foods you used to enjoy. Talking and smiling become embarrassing, which can affect your personal and professional relationships. The good new is that there are excellent solutions for

When you wake up in the morning, does your day start off roughly because of your aching jaws? Rolling over and telling your spouse “good morning” isn’t even enjoyable anymore—more like painful. This is a common symptom of temporomandibular joint disorder (TMJ disorder), which is caused by a misaligned bite. Luckily, there is a neuromuscular

Living with tooth loss significantly decreases your quality of life as you lose confidence and can no longer enjoy simple tasks, like eating and speaking. You could choose a traditional option to replace your missing teeth, like dentures; however, they will never fully look or feel like natural teeth. Not to mention, they come with

You may not know it, but there is a bigger threat to your oral health than just tooth decay and gum disease. More than 49,000 people are diagnosed with an oral or oropharyngeal cancer each year. To raise awareness about the risks of the cancer, the month of April is Oral Cancer Awareness Month. As

Unrestricted eating, simple oral hygiene and a virtually invisible appearance–these features and more make Invisalign aligners a clear option for older teens and adults desiring straight smiles. Who wouldn’t want healthy, attractive teeth without the discomfort and lengthy treatment times common to conventional braces? That’s why Dr. A. Scott Grivas III offers Invisalign clear aligners