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This April, Let’s Celebrate National Facial Protection Month!
posted: Apr. 04, 2023.
Poor April. While other months celebrate romance, or giving thanks, or costumes and candy, April has—April Fool’s Day and a tax deadline. We might be forgiven for thinking these two Read more -
Women’s Medications and Dry Mouth
posted: Mar. 28, 2023.
Women using medication to treat a variety of medical conditions are often unaware of the potential side effects. One common side effect of medications such as blood pressure medication, birth Read more -
Treatments for Tooth Discoloration
posted: Mar. 21, 2023.
Congratulations! You’re getting married! Wow! It’s your twentieth reunion! New job? Great news! No matter the occasion, large or small, you want to celebrate it with your whitest, brightest smile. Read more -
Go Green for St. Patrick’s Day
posted: Mar. 14, 2023.
Millions of people, around Visalia, California and beyond, wear green on St. Patrick’s Day so they can show their spirit for the holiday and avoid getting pinched. While it may Read more -
Good Nutrition Leads to Healthy Mouths
posted: Mar. 07, 2023.
At Visalia Dental Group, we know the most common oral health diseases are tooth decay and periodontal disease (or gum disease), and both are among the easiest to prevent. One Read more -
Headaches, TMJ, and Dentistry
posted: Feb. 28, 2023.
That ache in your head may stem from your jaw. If your jaw falls out of alignment, you could have temporomandibular joint disorder, or TMD. It's not clear what causes TMD. Read more -
Antibiotic Prophylaxis or Premedication
posted: Feb. 21, 2023.
In years past, it was often recommended that dental patients who had a history of heart problems or other conditions, such as joint implants, be given antibiotics before any dental Read more -
The Start of Valentine’s Day
posted: Feb. 14, 2023.
Valentine’s Day, also known as Saint Valentine’s Day, has been said to originate with a Catholic priest named Valentine several thousand year ago. Valentine defied the emperor at the time Read more -
February is Heart Month
posted: Feb. 07, 2023.
The American Academy of Periodontology stresses the importance of good oral health since gum disease may be linked to heart disease and stroke. Thus far, no cause-and-effect relationship has been Read more -
How can parents help prevent tooth decay?
posted: Jan. 31, 2023.
Children are born with a set of primary teeth – 20 to be exact – that help them learn to chew and speak, and develop enough space in the jaw Read more -
Teeth Grinding Can Damage Your Teeth
posted: Jan. 24, 2023.
Grinding of the teeth, also known as bruxism, is a serious condition from which nearly ten percent of Americans suffer. It’s a mechanical reflex that often happens during slumber. Unfortunately, Read more -
Early Detection is Key to Treating Oral Cancer
posted: Jan. 17, 2023.
Every hour of every day, someone in North America dies of oral cancer, the sixth most common diagnosed form of the disease. The five-year survival rate is only 50 percent, Read more -
Dental Emergencies while Traveling
posted: Jan. 10, 2023.
You’ve planned your dream vacation. Your reservations are made. You’re packed and ready. You’ve even scheduled a dental checkup at our Visalia, California office to make sure you catch any Read more -
Make this the Year You Stop Smoking
posted: Jan. 03, 2023.
It’s a new year, and it couldn’t come fast enough for many of us! Let’s do our part to make this a better year in every way—and you can start Read more -
New Year's Day Around the World
posted: Dec. 27, 2022.
New Year’s Day marks the beginning of the calendar year in most parts of the world. The holiday is celebrated on January 1st of each year. Customs and celebrations vary Read more -
What is gingivitis, and how can I treat it?
posted: Dec. 20, 2022.
Gingivitis is an early stage of gum disease that results when bacteria in your mouth cause inflammation in your gums. This is a common condition, and you can treat it Read more