Playing contact sports is a great way to exercise and have fun. When playing contact games like soccer, hockey, football, or others, it’s important that you take care to protect your teeth and jaw. Accidental bumps, hits, and tackles can lead to traumatic dental injuries if your smile is not protected. That’s why your Riverside, CA, dental group offers pro-form mouthguards. This simple tool can help shield your teeth, gums, and tongue from traumatic injuries.
Your dentist can help treat a variety of problems, from tooth decay to TMJ dysfunction. Conditions like temporomandibular joint disorder (TMD) and bruxism can often be hard to notice on your own. Today, your Riverside Dental Group in California discusses common side effects that could be caused by these conditions. Identifying these concerns can help your team diagnose and treat the disorders before your oral health is seriously harmed.
Dental cleanings and examinations are important for patients of all ages. Starting these visits at a young age can help your child feel comfortable with the routine and teach them the importance of their smile’s health. Your Riverside, CA, dental team offers a calm approach so your child can have a positive dental experience.
It may seem unnecessary to visit your dentist regularly when you take proper care of your smile at home. However, biannual cleanings and examinations do more than safeguard your teeth from cavities. Today, your Riverside, CA, dental group is here with a reminder to come in for your next checkup. These visits can detect concerns early and keep your smile healthy.
Anyone can experience a dental emergency, even when you do your best to prevent it. Your Riverside Dental Group team is here to help guide you through these urgent situations and protect your oral health. Preventive measures like a good oral hygiene routine, regular checkups, and protective mouthguards can help reduce the chances of a smile-related emergency. However, these cannot always be avoided. It’s important that you know what to do if faced with an urgent situation.
Being told you need to undergo more invasive treatments like root canals or tooth extractions can be anxiety-inducing for many patients. The oral surgery process can seem intimidating. It can be nerve-wracking to have an invasive procedure and you may worry that it will be uncomfortable. However, these treatments can help protect your oral health and prevent significant damage in the future. Your Riverside, CA, dental team is here to help you feel comfortable throughout your treatment. In today’s blog, we’ll explore when these procedures may be needed and what to expect throughout them so you can feel prepared before your appointment.
In our previous blog, we discussed the many benefits that orthodontic care can offer. Straightening your smile can improve its appearance, boost your confidence, and better your oral health for the long term. While these benefits can be exciting, it can also be overwhelming to know which treatment option is right for you. Today, your Riverside Dental Group team in CA discusses the differences between traditional braces and Invisalign so you can determine which method is right for your needs.
For most patients, orthodontic treatment may be a helpful way to improve your smile’s symmetry. Braces or Invisalign can be used to adjust your teeth, correct overcrowding, or target poor spacing. However, orthodontic care offers several more benefits as well. Today, your Riverside Dental Group team is here to explore the many benefits that this specialty can offer.
In a recent blog, we mentioned that a dental bridge is a helpful tooth replacement option. This prosthetic can mimic up to three of your missing teeth in a row. All patients are different, though, which is why it is important to offer a variety of replacement options. Riverside Dental Group in California also offers dental implants which can address tooth loss and help support your jaw. In today’s blog, we’ll discuss how this option works and who it may be able to help.
Missing just one tooth can cause problems for your smile. Ideally, you should replace this as soon as possible. But it can be overwhelming to understand what prosthetic option will best mimic your lost pearly whites. You may worry about having to remove your false teeth or have anxiety about it looking unnatural. Today, your team at Riverside Dental Group in California is here to explain how a dental bridge works so you can feel confident in your tooth replacement.
We believe in offering all patients a comprehensive approach to dental care, protecting smiles with preventive dentistry, and improving the beauty of their smiles with cosmetic and restorative care.
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