Upcoming holidays are around the corner, and you’re probably already thinking of all the foodie goodness coming your way. November is Good Nutrition Month, so you might want to consider adding healthy options to your meals to maintain good oral and general health and wellbeing. The goal of our dental practice is to help you keep your teeth healthy, strong... read more »

Happy October, everyone! It’s one of the spookiest seasons of the year, and one of the scariest things we can think of is having problems with our teeth and gums. Since October is National Dental Hygiene Month, we want to promote a healthy mouth for everyone by acknowledging the importance of your daily hygiene efforts. Healthy teeth and gums are... read more »

September brings the month of National Gum Care, a time to raise awareness for healthy gums everywhere. No matter your age, you should always be striving for great oral care, and this doesn’t just mean your teeth. Your gums are just as important when it comes to maintaining a great smile. As new research develops, we see a rise in... read more »

Plaque & Tartar: Explained Sierra Oaks Dental Group | Sacramento California | Sacramento Dentist Contact us Phone | (916) 846-9828 Map When it comes to oral hygiene you immediately think of limiting PLAQUE and TARTAR.  They build up over time if you’re not practicing proper oral health care and they cause tooth decay and gum disease.  Do you actually know what PLAQUE... read more »

Sierra Oaks Dental Sacramento California | Sacramento Dentist | Sedation Dentistry Contact us Phone | (916) 846-9831 Map Does ice water cause you to wince?  Is a bite of ice cream shooting pain in your teeth?  Does a hot cup of coffee make your teeth cry out? You’re not alone; millions of people endure tooth sensitivity.  In this blog we’re... read more »

Sierra Oaks Dental Sacramento California | Sacramento Dentist Contact us | Phone (916) 846-9828 | Map Tooth Loss There are many reasons why a person might lose a tooth.  Tooth decay and infection can make it necessary for the tooth to be extracted.  Also, a strong impact or chewing motion can cause a tooth to fall out. When a tooth is lost the... read more »

Have You Heard About The Smiles For Life Foundation? Sierra Oaks Dental Sacramento California | Sacramento Dentist | Sedation Dentistry Contact us Phone | (916) 846-9831 Map It’s a charity that offers significantly discounted teeth whitening services with 100% of the proceeds going to charities benefiting children.  They’ve raised over 40 million dollars since 1998. Some of the charities include... read more »

Sierra Oaks Dental Sacramento California | Sacramento Dentist | Sedation Dentistry Contact us Phone | (916) 846-9831 Map The Difference Between a Cleaning and Deep Cleaning Having your teeth regularly cleaned is as necessary as brushing your teeth and flossing every day.  You really can’t have one without the other and expect to have a healthy smile. During a routine... read more »

Root Canals Explained Sierra Oaks Dental Group | Sacramento California | Sacramento Dentist Contact us Phone | (916) 846-9828 Map What’s a Root Canal? Root canals are performed when a tooth has become infected or has extensive decay.  The procedure removes nerve and pulp from inside the tooth. Once removed it is then cleaned and sealed.  If a root canal... read more »

5 Reasons To Whiten Your Teeth Sierra Oaks Dental Group | Sacramento California | Sacramento Dentist Contact us Phone | (916) 846-9828 Map Have you thought of whitening your teeth, but just didn’t feel like it was right for you?  Did you get an image of your dream smile in your head? Well don’t let that image remain as a... read more »