Category: Patient Education

Post Tooth Extraction Diet Plan

Tooth extractions are sometimes necessary when a tooth is impacted, in advanced stages of decay, needs to be prepared for dentures, or is cracked beyond repair. The procedure of extaction is common and there is no reason to worry. Anesthesia will allow you to remain comfortable during the extraction, and mild pain medication will take the edge off… Read more »

Try this Smile Makeover Quiz

If you envy the straight, white smiles of celebrities, friends, or family, perhaps you wish to emulate them. Are you curious about how cosmetic dentistry can enhance your smile for the better? Cosmetic dentistry is not just for the rich and famous. All types of people improve their smiles with cosmetic dental procedures. The Riverside… Read more »

Dentists are Among the Most Trustworthy Professionals

Putting any aspect of your health into someone else’s hands requires trust. If you are diagnosed with cancer, you’ll search high and low for the best oncologist you can find. Heart troubles? You’ll be on the hunt for a reputable cardiologist. While you might not think of a dentist as immediately affecting your life the… Read more »

Test your Knowledge on Dental Implants

 at Riverside Dental Group offer you a fun way to learn more about dental implants through this true-or-false quiz. Questions Q1. True or false –Dental implants are made out of titanium.

Sugar Alternatives for Better Dental Health

at Riverside Dental Group had an “enemy” it would probably be sugar. While germs cause cavities, they can’t do so without sugar. Though understandings in preventive dental health have certainly improved over the years, the added potency of oral healthcare products does not mean you can eat whatever you want with no consequences. As dietary… Read more »

Eruption Cysts in Teething Babies

Finding a lesion, bump, or bruise on your child’s body can be very frightening for a parent, especially when the onset is sudden and has no obvious cause. If you were to look at your crying toddler and see a bluish-purple lump on their gums, you might be fairly unnerved. Hematomas which result from tooth… Read more »

Bacteria in your Mouth can actually be a Good Thing

If the thought of bacteria in your mouth makes your skin crawl, your reaction is certainly understandable. However, the Riverside dentists at Riverside Dental Group have some surprising news for you: not all germs are created equally. Residing in that warm, moist environment known as your mouth are anywhere from 10 to 50 billion oral… Read more »

Dental Sealants and Fluoride Treatments: Important for Young Dental Patients

at Oasis Family Dental are determined to create enjoyable experiences for everyone in your family. By taking the fear out of visiting the dentist, and turning checkups into something your child actually looks forward to, the next generation of childhood memories could be very pleasant when thinking about early dental appointments.