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Tooth extractions are a pretty quick out-patient treatment done with local anesthesia. It’s a common procedure and should not be feared. Teeth are generally extracted if: Our Cameron Park dentist will fully discuss our tooth extraction techniques and fees working within your budget. We strive to answer all your questions
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2016
At the very back of your mouth are the third molars (two on top, and two on bottom), or Wisdom Teeth, which often need special treatment. For many people, their wisdom teeth become impacted, meaning they don’t have room to fully develop beside existing teeth. There’s a tried and true
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Apr
2016
Sealants are thin layers of resin that are placed on the pits, fissures, and grooves of molars to prevent decay on these surfaces. Think of them as a safety net for your teeth that stick to your chewing surfaces. Sealants have been shown to reduce the risk of decay by
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Apr
2016
TMJ is the joint that connects the lower and upper jaw. The term TMJ stands for Temporo-mandibular Joint. This is one of the most complex joints in the entire body, capable of forward and backward movement, rotations, and side-to-side movements. TMJ often refers to complications and problems with this joint.
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Apr
2016
Root canal treatment is often the only way to save a problem tooth and involves filling in all the hollow canals and other hollow parts of the tooth so bacteria can’t live inside your tooth. Of all the changes that I have seen in my 25 years plus career as
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Apr
2016
At our Cameron Park dentist office we will honestly inform you on the various types of gum treatments, what’s recommended for you, why, and the fee structures. We strive to answer all your questions on gum treatment and keep our dental fees within your budget. We offer an x-ray, exam
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Apr
2016
During the last 20 years, dental implants have become a desirable alternative to other methods of replacing missing teeth. Excellent success rates and a range of available options give dentists a variety of modern ways to treat and replace lost teeth. Osseointegration is the process your new implants go through
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Apr
2016
Types of Braces Orthodontics is one of our favorite services. There is no better smile than your own dentition and continuing in the spirit of high value, most of our Orthodontic fees vary between 3,00 to 4,000 dollars depending mostly on how long you’ll be wearing braces. We do traditional
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Apr
2016
Having a healthy smile (teeth and gums) isn’t the only aspect of cosmetic dentistry. Teeth stains are inevitable due to our consumption of a variety of foods and drinks (soda, spicy food, coffee, etc.). Advanced teeth whitening technology has now enabled dentists to whiten teeth without adversely affecting the tooth
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Apr
2016
A crown (cap) is a restoration that is placed directly on teeth that have lost a lot of their structure. There are various types of crowns, from full porcelain to full metal and several in between. They are also used for cosmetic reasons since a crown will restore the original