Monday 29 February 2016

Prevention Dentistry

Benefits of Oral DNA Testing

This test lets us go one step beyond routine dental care. We can determine if you have any predisposition to inflammatory gum infection and also determine the type of bacteria, if the infection has already started. Preventing gum disease can help to guard against the development of diabetes, stroke, and heart disease. This noninvasive and painless test lets us give precise treatment designed especially for you.

Artisan Dental   
Jeff Berger, DDS   
19604 Mono Way   
Sonora, CA 95370   
(209) 532-2915   
ArtisanDDS.com

Thursday 25 February 2016

Why X-Rays?

Learn what the American Dental Association's answer is to the question: "Why X-Ray?".


The above video is found on the American Dental Association YouTube Channel.

Artisan Dental   
Jeff Berger, DDS   
19604 Mono Way   
Sonora, CA 95370   
(209) 532-2915   
ArtisanDDS.com

Monday 22 February 2016

Dental Crowns

A Crown Will Restore a Damaged Tooth

Sometimes a tooth is too worn away, decayed, or broken to be restored with a filling. In that case, a crown is the best solution. We use IPS e.max™ all-white crowns that are beautiful enough to restore front teeth and strong enough to repair back teeth. They look so natural, even a dentist would have a hard time distinguishing them from a real tooth.

Artisan Dental   
Jeff Berger, DDS   

19604 Mono Way   
Sonora, CA 95370   
(209) 532-2915   
ArtisanDDS.com

Sunday 14 February 2016

6 Habits That Harm Your Teeth (And How to Break Them): Nail Biting

The habit: This nervous habit can chip teeth and impact your jaw. “Placing your jaw for long periods of time in a protruding position can place pressure on it, which is associated with jaw dysfunction,” says Dr. Ruchi Sahota.

The solution: Bitter-tasting nail polishes, stress reduction and setting small, realistic goals can help. If certain situations are triggers, hold something to keep your fingers busy.

To read the entire article please visit MouthHealthy.org

Artisan Dental   
Jeff Berger, DDS   
19604 Mono Way   
Sonora, CA 95370   
(209) 532-2915   
ArtisanDDS.com

Monday 8 February 2016

Do White Teeth Mean Healthy Teeth?

Learn what the American Dental Association's answer is to the question: "Do White Teeth Mean Healthy Teeth?".


The above video is found on the American Dental Association YouTube Channel.

Artisan Dental   
Jeff Berger, DDS   
19604 Mono Way   
Sonora, CA 95370   
(209) 532-2915   
ArtisanDDS.com

Sunday 7 February 2016

6 Habits That Harm Your Teeth (And How to Break Them): Brushing Too Hard

The habit: Brushing for two minutes twice a day is one of the best habits you can get into. Just make sure you’re not trying too hard. “Brushing with a hard toothbrush, or brushing too hard, can damage teeth and irritate gums,” says Dr. Matthew Messina.

The solution: Use a soft toothbrush with the ADA Seal of Acceptance at the proper pressure. “Don’t think ‘scrub.’  Think ‘massage,’” he says. “Save the hard toothbrush for cleaning the grout in the bathroom tile.”

To read the entire article please visit MouthHealthy.org

Artisan Dental   
Jeff Berger, DDS   
19604 Mono Way   
Sonora, CA 95370   
(209) 532-2915   
ArtisanDDS.com

Friday 5 February 2016

Dental Root Canals

A Root Canal Will Save a Tooth

No longer do patients need to dread root canal therapy. With modern procedures and anesthetics, it is a much easier treatment than in the past. The importance of saving a tooth has been established, as research has shown losing a tooth can eventually cause other problems.

Dr. Berger is well experienced and has received the latest training in this procedure. The interior pulp chamber of the tooth is removed and replaced with a special filling material. A crown is sometimes added for additional strength. Your tooth will once again be completely functional.

Artisan Dental   
Jeff Berger, DDS   
19604 Mono Way   
Sonora, CA 95370   
(209) 532-2915   
ArtisanDDS.com

Monday 1 February 2016

Sensitive Teeth

Learn what the American Dental Association has to say about sensitive teeth.


The above video is found on the American Dental Association YouTube Channel.

Artisan Dental   
Jeff Berger, DDS   
19604 Mono Way   
Sonora, CA 95370   
(209) 532-2915   
ArtisanDDS.com