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.
Even careful brushing sometimes misses the contours of back teeth. As plaque forms and exposure to acids continues, a cavity will form. We offer an excellent preventive technique that will help in the fight against cavities. Dr. Berger can apply a thin layer of a dental sealant, which adds an extra measure of protection against cavities.
It is a quick and easy treatment that is pain free with no shots, drilling, or tooth removal necessary. This is how the sealant is applied:
All teeth are cleaned properly and sterilized. A thin coating of the sealant is applied. It is invisible, as it is clear or white. With a curing light, the coating is bonded to the surface of teeth. And that is the whole procedure that takes just minutes! This is one of the best preventive measures to help children and adolescents keep their mouths cavity free!
For years, the amalgam filling was the most prevalent type of filling material for restorations. It is not the most suitable material, as metal does not bond as tightly as needed, and many people don't want the dark plug in their teeth.
At our practice, we use only the latest composite resin fillings, unnoticeable because they are made to match the shade of the tooth. They contain no metals, adhere tightly to tooth structure, and actually give additional strength to a tooth. This type of filling enhances your smile while diminishing the chance of decay setting in.
Halloween is just around the corner, and although candy consumption is almost unavoidable this time of year, the Academy of General Dentistry (AGD) wants parents and children to know that there are both good and bad candy options, both of which may find their way into children's trick-or-treat bags this fall. "Of course, dentists do not advocate that children eat large amounts of sugary treats, but it is that time of year, so we want to clarify for parents which treats are better for their kids' teeth and which ones may increase the risk of developing cavities," says AGD spokesperson Cynthia Sherwood, DDS, FAGD. To read the entire article, visit: KnowYourTeeth.com
Your comfort is our first concern, and we are very pleased to provide Isolite® to make your treatment easier. This device is a combination of a brilliant light and vacuum that allows you to spend about one-third less time in the chair. Saliva won't build up in the mouth and the jaw won't become fatigued from continuously being held open. There are no worries about debris being swallowed, as the suction will both remove debris and keep the mouth dry, which is what is needed for best results. The bright light reduces shadows in the interior of the mouth and allows for greater accuracy during procedures.
Your child's first visit to the dentist should happen before his or her first birthday. The general rule is six months after eruption of the first tooth. Taking your child to the dentist at a young age is the best way to prevent problems such as tooth decay, and can help parents learn how to clean their child's teeth and identify his or her fluoride needs. After all, decay can occur as soon as teeth appear. Bringing your child to the dentist early often leads to a lifetime of good oral care habits and acclimates your child to the dental office, thereby reducing anxiety and fear, which will make for plenty of stress-free visits in the future. To read the entire article, visit: KnowYourTeeth.com Artisan Dental Jeff Berger, DDS 19604 Mono Way Sonora, CA 95370 (209) 532-2915 ArtisanDDS.com
Even careful brushing sometimes misses the contours of back teeth. As plaque forms and exposure to acids continues, a cavity will form. We offer an excellent preventive technique that will help in the fight against cavities. Dr. Berger can apply a thin layer of a dental sealant, which adds an extra measure of protection against cavities.
