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Dental implants in Sacramento are one of the best ways to replace missing teeth. They’re secure in the mouth, and you can treat them like they’re your natural teeth. Plus, they help to preserve the structure of your jawbone, and they can save the surrounding teeth from extra wear and…

When you look in the mirror, do you truly love your smile? There are certain features that we stare at in the mirror that we wish we could just change. The good news is that you don’t have to wish for the perfect smile any longer. Cosmetic dentistry is a…

When you live with a compromised tooth, it affects every aspect of your life. Eating and chewing become a challenge, making it difficult to eat the healthy foods you used to enjoy. Talking and smiling become embarrassing, which can affect your personal and professional relationships. The good new is that…

When you wake up in the morning, does your day start off roughly because of your aching jaws? Rolling over and telling your spouse “good morning” isn’t even enjoyable anymore—more like painful. This is a common symptom of temporomandibular joint disorder (TMJ disorder), which is caused by a misaligned bite.…

Living with tooth loss significantly decreases your quality of life as you lose confidence and can no longer enjoy simple tasks, like eating and speaking. You could choose a traditional option to replace your missing teeth, like dentures; however, they will never fully look or feel like natural teeth. Not…

You may not know it, but there is a bigger threat to your oral health than just tooth decay and gum disease. More than 49,000 people are diagnosed with an oral or oropharyngeal cancer each year. To raise awareness about the risks of the cancer, the month of April is…

Unrestricted eating, simple oral hygiene and a virtually invisible appearance–these features and more make Invisalign aligners a clear option for older teens and adults desiring straight smiles. Who wouldn’t want healthy, attractive teeth without the discomfort and lengthy treatment times common to conventional braces? That’s why Dr. A. Scott Grivas…

Some teeth are lost due to poor dental hygiene and some causes are things out of our patient’s control like natural causes. Despite how they lost their teeth, dental implants are a way to give our patients their life back. If you have lost teeth, either through natural reasons or…

If you’ve decided that 2017 is the year you’re going to achieve your goals, we want to assure you that Dr. Scott Grivas and Dr. Will Koet are here to help! How will your dentist help you achieve your goals, you may be asking? Cosmetic dentistry is the answer. A…

If you have severe toothache pain or sustain an oral injury from a fall, sports or auto accident, contact your emergency dentists in Sacramento, Dr. A. Scott Grivas and Dr. Will Koett Jr. Quick action can save your smile. Contact Your Dentist in Sacramento Contact A. Scott Grivas III DDS…