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What Does a Dental Hygienist Do

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Dental hygienists are dental providers who professionally clean teeth and counsel patients about oral hygiene. We can help patients maintain a healthy smile and treat various health issues. During a routine visit, a patient may see a dentist, a dental assistant, and a dental hygienist.

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Why Are My Gums Bleeding

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Gum disease can take a toll on your health. Along with oral health issues, gum diseases can have lasting effects on the body. This makes it crucial to seek professional evaluation and treatment when noticing bleeding gums. In many cases, bleeding gums are often an early warning sign of gum disease.

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Reduce Sports Injuries With Mouth Guards

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A mouthguard is a soft piece of plastic molded to fit over the teeth of the upper jaw. Without one, anyone who participates in physical activity increases their likelihood of an injury to the teeth and soft tissues of the mouth. A custom-fit mouthguard offers the ideal option to ensure athletes have the proper protection. Custom-fit mouthguards are available at Dentist R Us in Modesto and the surrounding area. Call us at (209) 572-0000 to find out why a custom option is the better choice.

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Same Day Dentistry

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For many people, time prevents them from receiving the dental care they need. Luckily, with same day dentistry, dental care is more accessible than ever. Same day dentistry uses modern technology to condense the time it takes to complete more complex dental procedures into a single day.

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Routine Dental Care

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Routine dental care is essential to keeping the smile healthy. Consistently practicing good oral hygiene helps reduce the overall risk of disease. From home care to routine dental checkups to appointments with a specialist, routine dental care may vary over time. To speak with a dentist to learn more about what your routine dental care should look like in Modesto call our office at (209) 572-0000.

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Tell Your Dentist About Prescriptions

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Although prescription medications each carry their own set of side effects, many affect oral health and dental treatment. Patients who are undergoing medical treatment or have ongoing conditions requiring medication may not be open with their dentist about the prescriptions they are taking. Despite the risks of ineligibility for certain dental treatments, the dentist must be aware of medications taken to best care for the patient's oral health concerns.

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Interactive Periodontal Probing

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Interactive periodontal probing is a method used to measure pocket depths around a tooth and establish a patient's state of health. It is also referred to as periodontal testing. Complete health dentists conduct these tests to determine tooth or gum issues as well as underlying health conditions that present themselves through gum health.

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