BV Laser & Cosmetic Dental office

08/17/2024

Both children and adults are at risk ofdeveloping cavities, or tooth decay.Cavities are the result of poor oralhygiene and retained dental plaque onthe tooth surface. Bacteria in plaqueproduce acid that destroys the tooth’senamel and its underlying layer thedentin, and can eventually reach thetooth’s nerve.
WHAT CAN I DO TO PREVENT CAVITIES?
Take these simple steps to avoid the pain and consequences of cavities:
• Brush at least twice a day using a fluoride toothpaste, which strengthens teeth
• Floss at least once a day
• Use fluoride treatments or supplements as provided by your dentist
• Eat tooth-healthy foods such as fresh fruits, vegetables, cheese and other dairyproducts.
• Avoid sugary snacks and beverages

07/01/2024

CAVITIES:
Both children and adults are at risk of developing cavities, or tooth decay. Cavities are the result of poor oral hygiene and retained dental plaque on the tooth surface. Bacteria in plaque produce acid that destroys the tooth’s enamel and its underlying layer the dentin, and can eventually reach the tooth’s nerve.
WHAT CAN I DO TO PREVENT CAVITIES?
Take these simple steps to avoid the pain and consequences of cavities:
• Brush at least twice a day using a fluoride toothpaste, which strengthens teeth
• Floss at least once a day
• Use fluoride treatments or supplements as provided by your dentist
• Eat tooth-healthy foods such as fresh fruits, vegetables, cheese and other dairy products.
• Avoid sugary snacks and beverages

04/26/2024

KEEP 'EM CLEAN
April is Oral Health Month, a good time of year to take stock of your oral care routine and understand how proper oral health can have an impact on your overall well-being.
Also a Good Reminder to brush and Floss regularly and to visit your dentist for routine checkups.

04/26/2024

Next Weekend! Add some excitement to your Cinco de Mayo. Register for the I-O-Happy Hour Virtual Mixology Class and have fun supporting a good cause. Only $25. It's a Win-Win! Learn bar basics, 2 cocktails (or mocktails) and enjoy with friends. Register at adha.org/IOHappyHours

04/26/2024

How does oral health affect healthy aging?

UOP Dugoni School of Dentistry and the Pacific Center for Equity in Oral Health Care present Aging and Oral Health—The Long Game, an event for dentists and dental team members to learn about how to assess older adults on their overall well-being, the current medical therapies available, accessing dental benefits through Medicare and more.

Happening Friday, May 10 from 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM at the University of the Pacific, McGeorge School of Law in Sacramento. See the full agenda and register now:https://hubs.ly/Q02t12ZF0

04/26/2024

Bringing this sucker 🦷 down is going to be a pain in the….
Sinus 😜!!

04/17/2024

For , we're encouraging dentists and their teams to commit to screening for oral cancer and empowering patients with the knowledge that can prevent it. Check out these resources to learn more:

- Attend the lecture Oral Cancer: What You See Is Not What You Get with Speakers Eva Grayzel and Tom Viola RPh at CDA Presents. Register in advance at https://hubs.ly/Q02sl1xQ0

- Read our Community Oral Health Resources: HPV Vaccination and Dentists in California, Addressing Vaccine Hesitancy and HPV and Dentist Champions. https://hubs.ly/Q02sk_NK0

- Find informative articles and downloadable patient resources to use to raise awareness and promote early detection. https://hubs.ly/Q02sl0WS0

04/17/2024

Oral cancer can include throat cancer, mouth cancer, tongue cancer, and jaw cancer.

04/13/2024

Not even one day & we already miss Claudine!!
Farewell to you young lady.. it was a pleasure working with you 😁‼️

03/01/2024

Compared to the general population, patients with kidney disease have a higher risk of gum infections 🦷💚

01/30/2024

01/06/2024

https://www.tribuneindia.com/news/health/what-happens-to-teeth-as-you-age-and-how-can-you-extend-the-life-of-your-smile-571557

HAPPY NEW YEAR 2024

A healthy smile helps us live long, well and happy lives. But just like our bodies, our teeth succumb to age-related changes.