Dental sealants are protective coatings we put in areas that are especially prone to cavities. They’re usually covered by insurance and only take a few minutes to apply. It’s best to put sealants on permanent molars as soon as they erupt. But since they’re not permanent, you might need occasional touch-ups and have to avoid really sticky foods that can pull them off of your teeth. Let's talk about what to expect when getting a sealant placed at the dentist!
Friday, July 26, 2024
Tuesday, July 23, 2024
Dental Clinical Terms : Rubber Dam
A barrier technique used to prevent the passage of saliva or moisture, or to provide an isolated operative field.
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707-453-1776
1001 Nut Tree Rd, Ste 230
Vacaville, CA 95687
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Saturday, July 20, 2024
Dental Clinical Terms : Root Canal
The portion of the pulp cavity inside the root of a tooth; the chamber within the root of the tooth that contains the pulp.
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707-453-1776
1001 Nut Tree Rd, Ste 230
Vacaville, CA 95687
donnathedentist@gmail.com
Wednesday, July 17, 2024
Dentists vs Dental Hygienists
Trying to decide between becoming a dentist or becoming a dental hygienist? This video will go over the differences in schooling (dental school versus dental hygiene school), career, salary, lifestyle, and more!
Sunday, July 14, 2024
Dental Clinical Terms : Root
The anatomic portion of the tooth that is covered by cementum and is located in the alveolus (socket) where it is attached by the periodontal apparatus; radicular portion of tooth.
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707-453-1776
1001 Nut Tree Rd, Ste 230
Vacaville, CA 95687
donnathedentist@gmail.com
Thursday, July 11, 2024
Dental Clinical Terms : Retrograde Filling
A method of sealing the root canal by preparing and filling it from the root apex.
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707-453-1776
1001 Nut Tree Rd, Ste 230
Vacaville, CA 95687
donnathedentist@gmail.com
Monday, July 8, 2024
Dental Root Canal Step By Step
Let's watch a root canal procedure! A root canal procedure is one of the best ways to preserve an abscessed or dying tooth. Your dentist or endodontist will clean the tooth out, seal it off, then top it off with a crown. The overall length and root canal cost will depend on how many roots are involved. The best thing to do is talk to your dentist or endodontist for an itemized care plan!
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