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A volunteer experience that had some bite
Jacqueline Madison said there’s one thing she won’t miss about Ursuline High School: the uniform.
“But I will miss the close-knit relationships I had with everyone, including my teachers,” she said. “Going from 160 in my class to 4,000 in college will be hard.”
The recent graduated will be heading to Santa Clara University in the fall. [...]
Santa Rosa West Rotary Bulletin
Dr. Bob Erlach is a dentist who practices cosmetic and restorative dentistry. His practice is Fountaingrove Dentistry on Mendocino Avenue in Santa Rosa. In his other life he is a [...]
Dr. Erlach Dental Services Company
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FORT HUNTER LIGGETT, Calif. – The 307th Medical Company (Dental Services) is one of the many units training in support of Global Medic, the U.S. Army Reserve Command’s premier medical training exercise.
The exercise’s goal is to replicate all aspects of combat service support on the battlefield so [...]
What are the warning signs of gum disease?
Gums are usually a healthy shade of pink. Any time there is discoloration, such as being extra red or blotchy in appearance, there might be an infection. Also any swollenness, pain, sensitivity, or bleeding is a definite signal, so contact a dentist right away for an appointment. Furthermore the beginning stages of periodontal (gum) disease [...]
Am I a candidate for Invisalign?
Most likely, yes. Generally Invisalign isn’t recommended for children since they may experience problems wearing them regularly, but the only other disqualification is if your condition requires special orthodontic headgear to correct jaw alignment. These types of headgear attach to brackets on the teeth, and therefore are not compatible with the clear plastic retainers that [...]
What are the advantages of dental implants?
What are the advantages of dental implants?
Dental Implants are just about the best solution for keeping dentures firmly secured in their desired position, and they do not require messy gels that can leave foul tastes. Your Santa Rosa dentist will mount two small implants into your mouth and then connect them with a small bar. [...]
What is cosmetic bonding?
What is cosmetic bonding?
Cosmetic bonding is a technique for improving the appearance of teeth. A special resin is applied and sculpted to cover imperfections such as chips or stains, and can also be used to change the shape of the teeth, closing gaps and hiding crookedness. Your Santa Rosa dentist will score the surface of [...]
What is the best option for a cracked tooth?
What is the best option for a cracked tooth?
The best restoration for a cracked tooth is usually a porcelain dental crown. Your Santa Rosa dentist will numb the affected area and remove the damaged material to preserve the strong base of your tooth, then cap it by bonding a crown into place. Porcelain dental crowns [...]
General Dentistry
When you are a patient at Fountaingrove Dentistry, our goal is that you will never require a procedure more complicated than routine hygiene visits and an annual dental checkup. The best way to ensure this is through prevention. You will be encouraged to adopt a schedule of flossing, brushing after meals, and using a mouthwash. [...]