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Snoring isn’t just irritating to your bed partner. It can have serious long-term effects. The loud sound keeps you awake, plus everyone close by. Beside too little sleep, it hurts relationships and can indicate a lifestyle or medical problem. What Causes Snoring There is a wide range of reasons that people snore. It’s important to […]
Life happens – and you want to be able to smile brightly for the camera when it does. A white and bright smile not only lights up your face, but the photos that you’ll treasure for years to come. Today, it’s easy to get that pearly white smile for your next special event. Events Where […]
Good oral health is essential at any age. As we age, though, it becomes even more critical. The following statistic says it all. Nearly 25 percent of the people in the United States over the age of 60 no longer have any of their natural teeth remaining, reports the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention […]
Bleeding after brushing or flossing, or simply at random times, may be a sign of unhealthy oral tissues. Many people think bleeding gums is normal, particularly after flossing their teeth, but it is usually a signal to change your oral hygiene routine and visit the dentist. Regardless of the cause, your bleeding gums are a […]
Missing teeth are not only aesthetically displeasing for patients, but they are also connected to various oral health issues. When a patient has one or multiple missing teeth, there is a risk of bone loss, shifting of the other teeth, and oral health problems. Fortunately, Dr. Stefanie Shore is here to help by providing tooth replacement […]
The practice of Stefanie Shore, DDS, a full service restorative and esthetic dental practice in Sacramento, CA, is currently accepting new patients of all ages. In addition, to general and cosmetic dentistry, Dr. Shore specializes in Preventive dentistry, which includes regular professional treatments, oral hygiene education, and special dental treatments. Cosmetic dental services offered at […]
Veneers have a long history, dating back to 1928, when California dentist Charles Pincus used them for actors in a film shoot. Over the years, science has advanced, making porcelain veneers the outstanding dental product they are today. Veneers are thin ceramic, tooth-colored “shells” that are placed over existing teeth to create a more aesthetically […]
Receding gums, otherwise known as gingival recession, is a condition in which the roots of teeth are exposed because the gums have receded. It is most common among adults over the age of 40, though it begins as early as the teens. While receding gums themselves are sometimes a simple sign of aging, there are […]
Many people believe that oral cancer is a rare disease. However, this year alone, more than 34,000 new cases of oral cancer are expected to be diagnosed in the United States, according to The California Dental Association (CDA). The CDA reports that 8,000 people will die this year from mouth cancer and the 34,000 newly diagnosed […]
Many people who have never had a root canal have been conditioned to fear them. Whether it’s old wives tales, movie magic melodrama, or simple discomfort at having a dentist work so much in such a delicate area, people often fear root canals. However, root canals are virtually painless compared to what must be done […]