|   Thank you for visiting the web site of Dr. Daniel R. Sweet. Our site provides important information that will help you become familiar with our practice. It also contains answers to frequently asked questions. Please feel free to call us anytime. We appreciate this opportunity to introduce ourselves and we look forward to providing you with quality dental care.
Our office is located at 1990 East Shaw. We are just East of the intersection of Shaw and Fowler ( See Map ). Office hours are Monday through Thursday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Call 559-298-2575 to schedule an appointment. Financial Options Our treatments are highly individualized as well as our financial agreements with our clients. For your convenience, we offer a variety of payment options. Our treatment coordinator will work out a plan suited to your individual needs. All Credit and Debit Cards accepted.  Infection Control
Infection controls and universal precautions protect clients and staff alike. Everyone benefits from rigorous infection control — you, your dentist, and the dental team. The cornerstone in a good and safe dental practice is the element of trust. You should feel free to discuss this topic with Dr. Sweet or Staff, and receive a straightforward answer. Dr. Sweet and our entire team follow procedures recommended by several federal agencies: the Occupational Safety & Health Administration (OSHA), the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the Centers for Disease Control (CDC). These measures include: - No-Touch sensor lights
- Gloves and face masks
- Chemical disinfection of counter tops and surfaces
- Sterilization of all equipment before every use
- Disposable materials
We sterilize all reusable equipment, including dental hand pieces. We use an autoclave, a device that kills bacteria and viruses by steam, heat and pressure. The best defense against disease is information. The more you know, the better equipped you are to make wise decisions about your health care. The more you know about our daily procedures and policies, the more comfortable you will feel.  Oral Hygiene
Why is oral hygiene so important? Adults over 35 lose more teeth to gum diseases, (periodontal disease) than from cavities. Three out of four adults are affected at some time in their life. The best way to prevent cavities and periodontal disease is by doing at least 2 of the following daily: - Brushing properly with an extra-soft tooth brush.
- Using an easy-sliding micro-filament floss.
- Using a tongue scraper.
- Using a professional level rinse (hint: not Listerine).
- Using a Water-Pic or Sonic/Vibrational type tooth brush.
Periodontal disease and decay are both caused by bacterial plaque. Plaque is a colorless film, which sticks to your teeth at the gumline. Plaque constantly forms on your teeth. By thorough daily brushing and flossing you can remove these germs and help prevent periodontal disease.  Professional Cleaning
Daily brushing and flossing will keep dental calculus to a minimum, but a professional cleaning will remove the mineralized deposits in places your toothbrush and floss have missed. Your visit to our office is an important part of your program to prevent gum disease. Keep your teeth for your lifetime.
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