Pediatric Dentistry

Morning Star Dentistry is dedicated to providing whole-life dental care for our growing patient family. Good oral health starts in childhood, and our team has the skills and expertise to address oral health concerns for all ages. When we see our younger patients, we focus on ensuring their gums, faces, and teeth develop appropriately. Together […]
Infant Oral Care

Morning Star Dentistry understands the importance of establishing good oral health habits from the earliest years of development. Even as an infant, parents, and providers should focus on ensuring these habits’ development in conjunction with preventative care. It’s common for parents to mistakenly believe that oral hygiene only becomes essential after the first tooth appears. […]
Dental Sealants

The introduction of dental sealants to the dental industry was a game-changer in many ways. Sealants are an effective countermeasure to gum disease and cavities and can be an excellent addition to normal oral hygiene. They can prevent expensive dental treatments by preventing dental decay in patients of all ages. While they’re most commonly used […]
Sports Guard

Taking steps to protect the health of your smile is essential to maintaining a healthy smile that will remain that way for years. As with any type of medical concern, it’s always best to prevent it from appearing than treating it when it does. A mouthguard is one way that those living an active lifestyle […]
Composite Tooth-Colored Fillings

The primary reason for an overwhelming majority of dental visits is tooth decay. This remains true across all ages and backgrounds. The advancements in dental technology have made it possible for Morning Star Dentistry to provide a wide range of approaches for counteracting the results of tooth decay. Gone are the days of amalgam metal […]
Dental Emergencies

Dental emergencies occur daily, yet they often receive less attention than they deserve. Worse, it’s common for those experiencing them not to know what to do when they occur. Morning Star Dentistry is proud to provide a home for attentive, patient-focused care to Sonora, CA, and the surrounding communities. When dental emergencies occur, we want […]
Dentures

Morning Star Dentistry is proud to help those with missing teeth restore a natural-looking smile with dentures. A traditional form of dental prosthesis, dentures have played an essential role in dentistry for centuries. Modern dental technology has introduced new denture options that create comfortable, natural-looking results, which effectively restore the ability to easily eat and […]
Dental Bonding

Dental decay, injury, and discoloration are experienced by millions of Americans every year. Many factors can lead to these conditions. Poor dental hygiene is by far the most common, followed by disease, genetics, and aging. Dental bonding is a treatment method that can address many of the consequences of advanced cases. Morning Star Dentistry uses […]
Teeth Whitening

While enamel is the most durable material found in our body, it’s not immune to change. It can be impacted by dental decay, disease, and other sources. It can most notably become discolored due to age, tobacco use, food and beverage choices, and disease. This has led to dental whitening being among the most frequently […]
Soft Tissue Grafting

Our gums are an essential support system for our teeth and other oral structures. Gum loss can be the result of dental trauma or may result from advanced periodontal disease. When enough gingival tissue is lost, it can significantly impact the health of your oral cavity. The team at Morning Star Dentistry provides gum grafting […]