General Dentistry

    SACRAMENTO, CA, January 01, 2012 /24-7PressRelease/ -- General dentistry services are important to maintaining oral health. A general dentist and the dentist's team perform your twice-yearly teeth cleanings and exams. These appointments are an important part of preventing tooth decay and infections, as well as keeping your teeth bright and beautiful.

What is General Dentistry?

The purpose of general dentistry is to prevent, diagnose and treat problems and diseases of the teeth, and the structures supporting the teeth like gums and bones.

General dentistry services include:

- Professional dental cleanings
- Tooth fillings
- Dental bonding
- Tooth crowns
- Periodontics
- Endodontics
- Dentures
- Dental bridges
- Pediatric dentistry

These services prevent infection and other problems that could worsen if left untreated.

General dentistry hygienists further support your oral health by informing you of proper home-care. They can tell you about the proper way to floss, as well as how often you should brush and floss.

Many Americans neglect to visit the dentist regularly. Avoiding dental care can be bad for your oral health and may end up costing you more time and money in the long run. If you avoid the dentist because of a past traumatic dental experience or other dental anxieties, sedation dentistry can help you relax throughout the appointment. Sedation lowers your consciousness so you won't be as sensitive to the smells, sights, sounds and sensations of the dental office.

Common General Dental Problems

General dentists provide care for a wide variety of oral health problems. Many people seek a general dentist when they begin to experience undesirable symptoms; however, by visiting the general dentist regularly, you can avoid these problems developing in the first place.

Some of the most common problems general dentists handle include:

- Decay and cavities
- Gum disease
- Missing teeth
- Tooth abscesses

General dentists can present you with your treatment options, and refer you to specialists if the treatment is not included at the general dentist's practice.

Many general dentists also treat other issues. For example, many general dentists offer cosmetic dentistry as well. Choosing a general dentist may depend largely on what services you are interested in. Some people like to have the same dentist complete as much of their dental work as possible. Other people like to seek out specialists. In many cases, specialists provide general care as well.

To learn more about general dentistry in the Sacramento, California area, please visit the website of experienced cosmetic and general dentist Dr. David B. Miller at Advanced Dental Concepts at http://www.hightechsmiles.com.

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