As we’re all facing the challenges of PG&E shutting off power for days at a time, many businesses are finding ways to stay open and continue to serve our community. At Vera Dooley, DDS, we have a generator and are open regular hours as well as for emergency dental care. We are also offering refrigeration… Continue Reading
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Oral Cancer Screening is an Important Part of Your Dental Exams
An important component of any dental exam is oral screening for cancer. Our office examines your mouth, using Oral Cancer Foundation guidelines, at each checkup. The procedure is so simple you may not realize you’re being screened. We visually examine your lips, mouth, tongue, cheeks and gums for abnormalities or areas of irritation, such as… Continue Reading
When Should Your Child First See the Dentist?
We encourage our patients to follow American Dental Association guidelines: Bring your child for his first dental visit before the first birthday or six months after the first tooth erupts, whichever occurs sooner. Early dental care is a vital step in ensuring your child’s optimal oral health as he matures. Why so early? Do “baby”… Continue Reading
Bruxism Can Have Serious Consequences
There is no mistaking a toothache- and when you have one, you quickly make an appointment with our office. The symptoms of bruxism, or teeth grinding, are often not as obvious and they can be mistaken for other problems. But bruxism is a serious dental concern and way more common than most people think.
Am I Too Old for Braces?
The answer to this question is good news: You are never too old to have your teeth straightened. That wasn’t always the practice. A couple of generations ago, orthodontists advised that straightening teeth could only be successful for youths. But with modern techniques and technology, orthodontists and dentists now can create beautiful, healthy smiles at… Continue Reading
Should You Use Dental Sealants for Your Kids?
Some people seem more prone to cavities than others. Even when they follow the best practices of brushing and flossing, their checkups frequently and frustratingly reveal tooth decay. For patients who are susceptible to cavities, for any reason, we often recommend dental sealants for the chewing surfaces of the back molars, the teeth most likely… Continue Reading
It Is Possible to Reduce or Eliminate Tooth Decay
Despite modern advances in dental care, dental caries – more commonly known as cavities or tooth decay – continue to be a problem for many people. It does not need to be. There is a solution for eliminating dental caries. But, as with many things, the solution sounds easier than it is. The first step… Continue Reading
How to Prepare Children for Their First Filling
Going to the dentist is scary for many children, especially when they’re ready to have their first cavity filled. Parents, often nervous about their own dental visits, may unwittingly be transmitting anxiety and negative messages to their children about dental treatment. Here are some tips to help you prepare your children for their first real… Continue Reading
