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Five Tips for Taking Tots to the Dentist
posted: Mar. 21, 2023.

Toddlers are notoriously balky about strangers. But their first dental visit should not be cause for fear and tears. Nor should you assume that getting your toddler to Santa Rosa Read more
St. Patrick's Day: Celtic pride, green shamrocks, and lucky charms!
posted: Mar. 14, 2023.

“St. Patrick's Day is an enchanted time -- a day to begin transforming winter's dreams into summer's magic.” Adrienne Cook Lucky green shamrocks, leprechauns, and pots of gold – it must Read more
Are your teeth ready for the big day?
posted: Mar. 07, 2023.

Capturing the Moment At Santa Rosa Dental Care we know that just about anyone who has taken on the challenge of planning her own wedding could tell you how important the Read more
Don’t procrastinate about dental work!
posted: Feb. 28, 2023.

When you have dental issues or just need routine care, you may try to put off making an appointment at Santa Rosa Dental Care. Common reasons for procrastination are not Read more
In the Pink
posted: Feb. 21, 2023.

Our gums cover and protect the sensitive roots of our teeth and the bone around them. While we often think of gum tissue as a rosy shade of pink, that’s Read more
Team Dark Chocolate
posted: Feb. 14, 2023.

Valentine’s Day is the holiday to celebrate all the treasured relationships in your life. It’s a time to honor love in all shapes and forms with cards, social gatherings, and Read more
Invisalign® Q&A
posted: Feb. 07, 2023.

It’s estimated that up to four million people at any one time are wearing braces in the United States and Canada. But the doctor and our team at Santa Rosa Read more
A Word to the Wise about Wisdom Teeth
posted: Jan. 31, 2023.

There are some pretty exciting rewards to look forward to as you transition from your mid-teens to your 20s. Driving! Voting! Graduation! But there is one rite of passage that Read more
Courting Disaster
posted: Jan. 24, 2023.

When we think of sports and dental damage, we naturally think of hockey and football. But when it comes to the actual number of dental injuries suffered each year, vying Read more
Is Invisalign® Right For You?
posted: Jan. 17, 2023.

When patients ask the doctor about who benefits from Invisalign clear aligners, the simple answer is this: almost everyone. Unlike conventional braces, they are removable, which makes eating and cleaning Read more
Generic Clear Aligners vs. Invisalign®
posted: Jan. 10, 2023.

You may have a talent for home repairs. You may be able to rebuild your computer. You may even be able to put together a whole room of furniture armed Read more
Going Green for the New Year
posted: Jan. 03, 2023.

Does your list of New Year’s resolutions for the coming months include reducing your ecological footprint? If so, let’s ring in the year with some basic—and some innovative—dental ideas to Read more
Smile, the New Year is Almost Here!
posted: Dec. 27, 2022.

We’ve been celebrating the new year for a really, really long time. It goes way back, but it started formally in 1582, when Pope George XIII made January 1st the Read more
Foods can Wreak Havoc on Your Enamel
posted: Dec. 20, 2022.

It’s possible to develop tooth decay even when you take great care of your teeth. Brushing and flossing may not be enough to keep your teeth healthy, depending on your Read more
My teeth feel great. Do I still need to see the dentist?
posted: Dec. 13, 2022.

Absolutely. Checking in with the doctor on a regular basis—usually every six months—is essential to keeping your smile looking its best. At Santa Rosa Dental Care, we are proud to Read more
Eating and Invisalign®
posted: Dec. 06, 2022.

One of the greatest advantages to using Invisalign is that it provides maximum results with minimal impact on your everyday life. Invisalign is comfortable, easy to insert, and simple to Read more