We provide a full range of dental care services and dental treatments at Artisan Dental in Sonora CA. Our dental services include: children's, cosmetic, family, general, implant, orthodontic, preventive, restorative and sedation dentistry.
For years, the main health risk with gum disease was losing your teeth. However, recent research has revealed a link between chronic gum infection and life-threatening conditions such as cardiovascular disease, stroke, and diabetes. Dentists now consider periodontal (gum) disease to be a more serious problem than losing your teeth.
Even worse, the American Dental Association believes that 80% of the adult American population has infected gums. This is at an epidemic proportion and is as serious as any life-threatening illness.
It is important to realize that the bacteria infecting the gums are circulated through the bloodstream, affecting every vital organ in the body. The American Academy of Periodontology reports that "studies found periodontal infection may contribute to the development of heart disease, increase the risk of premature, underweight births, and pose a serious threat to people whose health is already compromised due to diabetes and respiratory diseases." Artisan Dental Jeff Berger, DDS 19604 Mono Way Sonora, CA 95370 (209) 532-2915 ArtisanDDS.com
With the American population living longer, seniors' oral health has become an important issue, as has the widespread problem of elder abuse. Every year more than 2.5 million older Americans may be victims of elder abuse, and in some cases dentists serve as the first line of defense, according to a report in the May/June 2005 issue of General Dentistry, the clinical, peer-reviewed journal of the Academy of General Dentistry (AGD). To read the entire article, visit: KnowYourTeeth.com
How would you like to be completely relaxed throughout your treatment and leave feeling rejuvenated and energetic? We are happy to offer our patients the option of the NuCalm® System. NuCalm uses a totally natural substance that contains absolutely no narcotics, as well as light-blocking eye masks and specific methods to bring you to the first stage of sleep. It relaxes you completely, throughout your treatment. There are no side effects and no reported adverse reactions. Over 250,000 patients have chosen this treatment option! Ask us if NuCalm is right for you.
Flossing helps control plaque. It can reach where a toothbrush can't, like between the teeth. Floss daily with floss and interdental cleaners that carry the American Dental Association (ADA) seal. Ask your dentist for tips if you're not sure how to floss. Like everything else, flossing gets easier with practice. The above article is from: WebMD.com Artisan Dental Jeff Berger, DDS 19604 Mono Way Sonora, CA 95370 (209) 532-2915 ArtisanDDS.com
Brushing your teeth twice a day not only keeps your breath sweet, but also helps rid the mouth of bacteria that makes up plaque and can lead to oral infections. To brush properly, point bristles at a 45-degree angle against the gums. Use gentle back-and-forth strokes all over your teeth -- in front, in back, and on chewing surfaces -- for two minutes. If holding a toothbrush is hard for you, try an electric toothbrush. Also brush your gums and tongue. The above article is from: WebMD.com
Denture adhesives are a thing of the past, as overdentures will secure your dentures and eliminate those embarrassing problems of slipping and tilting. At Artisan Dental, we position a few implant posts that will lock your dentures into place. Cleaning is literally a snap, as it is just that easy to remove and replace them.
We design and give you the best fit, and you will be more than pleased with this improvement. You will never have to worry about what foods you can or cannot eat and no more movement from eating or speaking. Your life will be greatly improved with overdentures Artisan Dental Jeff Berger, DDS 19604 Mono Way Sonora, CA 95370 (209) 532-2915 ArtisanDDS.com
Sticky plaque -- food, saliva, and bacteria -- starts to form on your teeth after you eat, releasing acids that attack tooth enamel. Untreated plaque turns into tartar, which builds under gum lines and is hard to remove with flossing. The longer it stays on your teeth, the more harmful it is. Bacteria in plaque causes inflammation and leads to gum disease. Having high blood sugar often makes gum disease worse. The above article is from: WebMD.com
For years, the main health risk with gum disease was losing your teeth. However, recent research has revealed a link between chronic gum infection and life-threatening conditions such as cardiovascular disease, stroke, and diabetes. Dentists now consider periodontal (gum) disease to be a more serious problem than losing your teeth.
