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Preventing Gum Disease With Good Oral Hygiene

Preventing Gum Disease With Good Oral Hygiene

Gum disease can be painless when in the early stages of development. Without routine visits to the dentist for check-ups and exams, many people will be unaware that they could have a potentially debilitating gum disease like gingivitis and periodontitis, which not only affects their oral health, but once in the later stages, these diseases can spread to affect other parts of the body.  Dr. Shimizu says there are many studies which show that manifestation of serious diseases, such as ...

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Gum Disease Prevention, Oral Health, Periodontal Gum Treatment

Teenagers – Don’t Overlook Your Oral Health

Teenagers – Don’t Overlook Your Oral Health

YOUR SMILE is one of the first things people notice about you, which is why it’s so important to take care of it. Cavities aren’t just for little kids; you can get them at any age! When you consume sugary foods, soda, juice or energy drinks, you put yourself at risk for tooth decay and gum disease. Be smart and always brush your teeth twice a day for at least two minutes and floss once a day (ADA recommended).

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Dental Hygiene, General & Family Dentistry, Invisalign, Oral Health, Uncategorized

How to Choose a General and Family Dentist in San Jose, CA

How to Choose a General and Family Dentist in San Jose, CA

Choosing a dentist who can treat every member of your family, ensures a consistency of dental care that may not be available from dentists that only provide a more specialized dentistry service. When choosing a dentist to treat you and your loved ones, look for a practice that offers comprehensive care and can not only provide the wide variety of dental services in their office, but also works with specific specialists with whom they have a well-established relationship. Another thing to consider ...

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General & Family Dentistry

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Symptoms and Treatment of Xerostomia (Dry Mouth)

Symptoms and Treatment of Xerostomia (Dry Mouth)

Dry mouth or Xerostomia is a condition in which the glands in your mouth don’t make enough saliva to keep your mouth moist. When this condition goes on for an extended period of time, your oral health becomes compromised and you’ll have an increased risk of developing a number of problems like:

  • Tooth decay
  • Gum disease
  • Chapped or cracked lips
  • Mouth sores
  • Bad breath
  • Difficulty swallowing and speaking
  • Sore throat
  • Decreased or altered taste
  • Thick or stringy saliva
  • Fungal infections

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Xerostomia Dry Mouth

Dry Mouth, Xerostomia

Dental Implant Retained Dentures & Bridges

Dental Implant Retained Dentures & Bridges

Do You Have Dentures That Slip and Move While You Talk, Chew and Smile?

San Jose Dental Implant Dentist Grant F Shimizu, DDS Can Help!

The Benefits of Dental Implant Retained Dentures!

More Natural Looking – Dentures that are placed over dental implants look, feel, and function more like your natural teeth. The denture is securely anchored to the implant which allows you to smile and chew just as you would with your natural teeth.

No Movement – When dentures are anchored to ...

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Dental Implants, Dental Restoration, Dentures, Implant Retained Dentures

Dental Implants San Jose, Dental Restoration San Jose

How Oral Health Can Affect Your Overall Health

How Oral Health Can Affect Your Overall Health

Your oral health can affect your overall health in numerous ways because problems that begin in your mouth can affect the rest of your body, says San Jose dentist Dr. Shimizu.   This is why it is so important to be aware of things like tooth decay, periodontal gum issues, as well as lingering sores in your mouth or throat. This awareness can allow you to take the appropriate action to remedy the problems in your mouth which ultimately will contribute ...

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Dental Hygiene, Oral Health, Uncategorized

Gum Bleaching, Gum Depigmentation in San Jose

Gum Bleaching, Gum Depigmentation in San Jose

If you have darkened gums but are otherwise healthy, San Jose dentist Dr. Grant Shimizu can help! With his Laser Gum Depigmentation treatment Dr. Shimizu will remove a thin top layer of the areas where your gums are black or brown, resulting in a beautiful new pink gum tissue.

What Causes Dark Gums?

While the normal color of the gums and gum tissue is pink, darkened gums can be caused by a number of things including smoking, medication side effects, and even ...

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Gum Depigmentation, Periodontal Gum Treatment

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Common Dental Procedures to Enhance Your Smile

Common Dental Procedures to Enhance Your Smile

With regular visits to our dentist office to help with keeping your teeth clean and free of decay, Dr. Shimizu also offers cosmetic dentistry services to ensure your teeth look as healthy as they are. Here are some of the most popular procedures Dr. Shimizu may recommend that can give you a whiter and brighter smile.

Professional Teeth Whitening

Professional teeth whitening under Dr. Shimizu’s supervision can whiten your teeth many shades lighter than when you began the process. Here at our dentist office in San Jose, we offer three types ...

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Cosmetic Dentistry, Dental Bonding, Dental Restoration, Dental Veneers, Teeth Whitening

Cosmetic Dentist San Jose, Smile Makeover San Jose

If You Have A Dental Emergency Due To Trauma

If You Have A Dental Emergency Due To Trauma

One of the most common causes of tooth loss is trauma caused by sudden impact or unexpected contact with a hard surface. If you or someone you are with experience a dental emergency due to trauma, there are some things you can do to preserve the tooth that will increase your odds of saving it. Knocked-Out Tooth: Carefully rinse the tooth and make sure not to wash away any tissue that may be attached. Place the tooth in milk or water ...

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Dental Emergency

Dental Emergency San Jose

Dental Hygiene Can Prevent Oral Infections

Dental Hygiene Can Prevent Oral Infections

Many infections of the teeth, gums, and mouth can be painless in their early stages of development. Without routine visits to the dentist, many people affected by these infections can be completely unaware that they may be developing potentially devastating diseases like gingivitis and periodontal disease. In the later stages, these diseases can not only cause tooth loss but can move on to affect other parts of the body. Dr. Shimizu says there are numerous studies which show that serious ...

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Gum Disease Prevention, Oral Health

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Conscious Sedation Dentistry in San Jose

Conscious Sedation Dentistry in San Jose

How You Can Benefit From Conscious Sedation Dentistry!

Are you avoiding dental treatment because you’ve had a bad experience at the dentist or you’re simply afraid of sitting in the dentist’s chair and going through a procedure? Are you a person with special needs who finds it difficult to sit calmly for extended periods of time? If you are, then our Conscious Sedation dentistry services may be right for you!

What is Conscious Sedation Dentistry?

Conscious Sedation dentistry in San Jose involves Dr. ...

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Sedation Dentistry

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San Jose Dental Implants for Restoring Missing Teeth

San Jose Dental Implants for Restoring Missing Teeth
Why Dental Implants Are the Best Replacement Option for Your Missing Teeth?

A dental implant is a prosthetic fixture that San Jose dentist Dr. Shimizu surgically embeds within the jaw bone to function as the root component of a prosthetic tooth. This mode of replacement for missing teeth has become quite popular, not only for Dr. Shimizu and other dentists, but an increasing number of patients also prefer dental implants over other tooth replacement options. Have you ever wondered why dental ...

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Cosmetic Dentistry, Dental Implants, Dental Restoration

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