The Smile Journal
Know before you go.
Straightforward guides written for patients in Rocklin, Roseville, Lincoln, Granite Bay and Antelope.
Implants · 7 min read
How Much Do Dental Implants Cost in Rocklin & Roseville?
A clear, honest breakdown of dental implant pricing in the Rocklin and Roseville area — what’s included, what changes the price, and how to make implants affordable.
Cosmetic · 6 min read
Porcelain Veneers vs. Dental Bonding: Which Is Right for You?
Comparing porcelain veneers and cosmetic bonding on cost, longevity, appearance and treatment time — from a Rocklin cosmetic dentist.
Sedation · 5 min read
Afraid of the Dentist? How Sedation Dentistry Works
What sedation dentistry feels like, which options are available, and how anxious patients in Placer County finally get the care they need.
Emergency · 5 min read
Dental Emergency? What to Do Before You Get to the Dentist
Step-by-step first aid for toothaches, knocked-out teeth, broken teeth and lost crowns — plus when to go to the ER instead.
Orthodontics · 6 min read
Invisalign in Roseville & Rocklin: Cost, Timeline and Results
How long Invisalign takes, what it costs, and how an iTero scan shows your results before you start.
Restorative · 4 min read
Same-Day Crowns: How CEREC Saves You a Second Visit
How CEREC same-day crowns work, how long they last, and why Rocklin patients love skipping the temporary.
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