A dental crown restoration performed at My Fresno Family Dentist’s dental office is designed to fully replace the tooth enamel layer of a tooth that has been compromised by a cavity, dental attrition, or dental fracture. While these materials will not be susceptible to the effects of acid erosion and tooth decay, the dental crown will still need to play... read more »

Daily brushing and flossing is fundamental for maintaining long-term oral health. This is just as important for your new crown, which can still be threatened by the natural bacteria in your mouth. Do not be remiss about your daily oral care. The dentists at My Fresno Family Dentist’s Fresno, California clinic encourage brushing your crown twice a day and flossing... read more »

You’ve probably been thirsty and have dealt with a dry mouth before. Feeling thirsty isn’t a major issue, but would you be surprised to hear that having a dry mouth regularly might cause a number of problems? Dry mouth is actually a condition you might have if you aren’t producing as much saliva as you should. While this might not... read more »

Have you been diagnosed and checked for gum disease? Gum disease, also known as periodontal disease, is an extremely common, yet grave oral infection to your gum tissue. Gum disease is triggered by a variety of factors, including plaque buildup within our mouths, that if left untreated, can steadily damage your gums and cause irreparable tooth loss. Prevent gum disease... read more »

Did you know that alternative treatments such as using mouthwash and chewing sugarless gum can positively impact your oral health? Although we often assume that brushing and flossing are the end-all of oral hygiene, it doesn’t mean you cannot add additional methods to your routine for an even greater chance at oral health success. Mouthwash and sugarless gum can have... read more »