Teeth darkened with the color of yellow, brown, or orange respond better to lightening. Other types of gray stains caused by fluorosis, smoking, or tetracycline can be lightened, but with less-than-satisfactory results. A dazzling smile isn't just for celebrities any more. It's for you, because you're worth it.

If your old metal fillings are making your smile unattractive and dark, Sacramento dentist, Dr. Scott Grivas can easily replace them with attractive porcelain alternatives.

Recent modern advances have increased the strength, durability and longevity of these restorations. These bonding materials can be molded and shaped to attain outstanding results, including: teeth lightening, closing spaces between teeth, repairing chips and cracks and making teeth appear straighter. When polished, bonding gives the appearance and function of natural tooth structure.

Our talented team at the Sacramento dentist office of Dr. Scott Grivas is proud to offer the latest in dental restorations, a natural-looking alternative: all-ceramic, non-metal crowns. All-ceramic or all-porcelain crowns provide the best natural color match than any other type of crown and you will notice the "life-like" appearance that mimic natural teeth and do not produce the black gumline so common with porcelain-metal crowns. All-ceramic or all-porcelain crowns are great choices for front teeth restorations and also may be more suitable for people with metal allergies.

Bridges

A dental bridge is a custom device anchored to neighboring teeth that replaces one or more missing teeth. When a lost or damaged tooth is replaced with bridgework, the teeth on either side of the missing one are prepared as crowns to serve as abutments to hold the prosthetic (replacement) tooth in place. Crowns and bridges are most commonly prepared from high quality materials such as semi-precious or precious metals, porcelain or a fused combination of the two. Aesthetics, function and tissue compatibility are considered when selecting the material most suitable for you.

This movement weakens the tooth wall, leading to fractures and allowing bacteria to enter and cause decay. Amalgam fillings contain mercury that may have negative long-term health effects. Tooth-colored composite fillings by Sacramento dentist, Dr. Scott Grivas are a safer, stronger, more attractive and more enduring alternative to metal. They conservatively restore your teeth to strength and your smile to beauty.

If you have settled for cracked, chipped, misaligned or discolored teeth, spaces, crowding, old bondings, degenerating fillings or oddly-shaped gums, Dr. Scott Grivas can help.

When they spend time with Dr. Grivas for the very first time, many of our new patients realize that their smile can actually be changed. Prior to that initial meeting, the idea of a completely transformed smile seemed like an obscure, out-of-reach concept.

The reality is that your face was designed to match a certain kind of smile. Dr. Grivas can conduct a quick evaluation of your face, assessing the following six elements:

• Teeth - their shape, color, shade and angle
• Facial Structure - for symmetry or asymmetry, shape and midline
• Functional Occlusal Harmony - the relationship of forces between your teeth
• Gum Line - the health, contour, exposure and color of your gums
• Age, Gender and weight - relative to the size and shape of your unique teeth
• Bite Measurement - to make sure that you muscles and bones are working properly

It’s difficult to describe the effects of a cosmetically enhanced smile. The best word might be “life-changing”. A few of our patients smiled so much their face was sore!

We invite you to visit with Sacramento dentist Scott Grivas and discover what your new smile could look like - for free.

Born and raised in Atlanta, Georgia, Dr. Scott Grivas always knew he wanted to enter the medical field. Following the advice of his father, who is a practicing physician, he looked into dentistry as an option and says, "It is the best decision of my life."

Wanting a patient driven practice, Dr. Grivas has focused his education and dental training on giving his patients a new kind of dental experience... one that does not associate fear and pain with the thought of a visit to the dentist.

Specialized training at LVI, the Las Vegas Institute for Advanced Studies in Dentistry, has not only honed Dr. Grivas' technical skill as a cosmetic dentist to razor sharp precision, but also given him a profound insight into what each patient needs to feel comfortable and confident about their treatment.

We understand how busy you are and this is why we now make our new patient forms available online, providing you with the option of completing them at your leisure in the comfort of your own home. Simply print them out, fill in your information, and bring them in during your first visit.

Patient Forms

Insurance and Financial Planning

We are dedicated to making your services as easy and affordable as possible. We feel that it is very important for everyone we see to be educated and informed about the procedure that they are considering.

While most of our dental treatments are covered by insurance, we recognize that every person has different needs. Financial planning for what can be a substantial service is important and we would like you to be well informed about the cost and payment options that are available to you. That is why we have come up with some helpful information to assist in deciding which form of payment will work best for you and your individual needs.

Whether you have been saving for a while, plan on using a low interest credit card or just need some direction in choosing the finance company that will fit your situation, we are here to help.

We accept:

• Cash
• Check
• Credit Card (VISA, Master Card)
• Debit Card 

We also offer payment options through third party financing companies. These companies specialize in financing dental procedures and each follow their own specific guidelines. Below are the links to fill out their applications online.

LINKS TO CREDIT ONLINE:

CareCredit

Chase

Do you want to smile with confidence? Come and see the possibilities available to you through today's dentistry. Dr. Grivas is a highly trained dentist in comprehensive, cosmetic, and restorative dentistry and create some of Sacrementos's best smiles.

Anxiety-Free Dentistry or Sedation Dentistry is a tool that is able to transform lives. It not only helps us to receive needed dental treatment, but the procedures that we have always desired can be obtained in a relaxed and anxiety-free setting. You could be a candidate for this service if you experience any of the following:

• Severe gag reflex
• You are an anxious, phobic, fearful patient
• Local anesthetic resistant
• Time constraints
• Need complex restorative procedures
• You are a post-operative, pain sensitive patient 

Safe, effective sedation dentistry for complete relaxation during dental procedures can be the solution for you. You can decrease your stress and receive quality dental treatment with Sacramento dentist, Dr. Grivas and sedation dentistry.

Sedation Dentistry just may change your life! Call today to find out how simple it can be to get the smile that you desire and deserve.

Above all, we respect your health and your comfort. The latest studies indicate a stronger than previously recognized relationship between oral and systemic body health. Allowing harmful bacteria to live inside your gums is connected to arterial plaque, diabetes and respiratory issues - not to mention periodontal disease and bone loss.

You deserve a clean mouth - everywhere - and an experience that doesn’t leave your mouth sore when you leave. Our Hygienist is extremely thorough and also very gentle at the same time. We invest the time required to educate you about the important benefits of daily oral hygiene:

• Prevents tooth decay and gum disease
• Saves you money by avoiding unneeded procedures
• Helps you avoid bad breath
• Maintains ideal tooth color and shade
• Improves tooth strength and durability
• Enhances overall systemic health 

Our goal is to keep your mouth healthy, and the path to that goal is not difficult. To learn the tricks and tips to maintain optimum oral health, schedule an appointment with the helpful Sacramento dental team of Dr. Scott Grivas.

If you want a solution for tooth replacement that has a success rate higher than any other dental procedure, an implant is the perfect restorative option. Implants, however, are not a quick fix. Sacramento dentist, Dr. Scott Grivas says, "The process does take time, but the results are well worth it."

An implant is an ideal option for anyone who needed an extraction because of periodontal disease, excessive decay, a tooth knocked out during a sporting injury — or for those who are ready to move on from wearing dentures.

Durability is the hallmark of the implant. If you take good care of it, your implant has the potential to last for the rest of your life. No other restorative option can substantiate that kind of claim.

Dr. Grivas has established a partnership with several local oral surgeons and periodontists who handle the placement of the implant. We step in afterward to provide the restoration. In certain cases, we can complete both aspects of the procedure within 72 hours - dramatically accelerating the healing process.

For predictable success over a great length of time, an implant has become a superior, healthier and more cost-effective option. Learn more by scheduling an appointment with Dr. Scott Grivas today.

• Bottled Water
• Pillows & Blankets
• Hot Towels
• Digital X-rays
• CEREC
• Diagnodent
• Soft Tissue Lasers

Technological advances over the past 30 years have made a profound impact on dentistry. Dr. Grivas has mined this technology and selected the instruments that provide the most comfortable procedures and the best possible results:

• Intra-Oral Camera - A hand-held, tube-shaped device that produces a live video feed of your mouth in real time, allowing us to detect even the smallest dental issues.
• Digital X-Rays - generates high-definition and panoramic images and also reduces your exposure to radiation.
• Diagnodent - early cavity detection utilizing a laser device.
• CEREC - same-day crowns, inlays, onlays and implant crowns without, the need for impressions or provisionals.
• Piezo Ultrasonic Scaler - an advanced fiber optic light gently vibrates plaque and tartar from your teeth and gums.
• Sedation Dentistry - an onsite doctor administers oral conscious and painless sedatives.
• The STA Wand - single-tooth anesthesia (STA) to keep a single tooth locally numb.
• ViziLite - an oral cancer evaluation using a light that emits a special luminescence.
• Soft Tissue Laser - experience better hygiene and less discomfort, a quicker recovery and more effective results for contoured gums and restorative procedures.

Whether you require a simple filling or a complex implant, Sacramento dentist Scott Grivas is ready to provide a superlatively comfortable experience that results from superior expertise. Call us and benefit from it today.

"Fresh. Innovative. Determined. These are the words that come to mind when I reflect upon the experiences I had and will continue to have with Dr. Scott Grivas' dental office. For my first visit, it was a fresh feeling to walk through their door and be so pleasant and welcoming receptionist whose attitude set the stage for the rest of the appointment as I continued to meet more staff members who genuinely cared that I was there.

Not only was I pleasantly surprised when I was given a tour of the office, I was shocked to see how innovative Dr. Grivas' equipment was. From the Zoom teeth whitening machine to the laser equipment used to perform gingivectomies, it was comforting to know the latest technology in dentistry would be used for my care.

That very same day, I expressed my concerns to Dr. Grivas about the veneer work my previous dentist did and that I was very unhappy with the results. The determination in his voice combined with his command of knowledge in dentistry was enough to convince me to start a "new veneer" plan of action with his staff. Just a few weeks later, I was blessed with upper incisors to die for.

Thank you Dr. Grivas and the wonderful team that you lead day in and day out. Because of your work and guidance, I have a renewed confidence in my smile and flossing really isn't that bad anymore."

If you have settled for cracked, chipped, misaligned or discolored teeth, spaces, crowding, old bondings, degenerating fillings or oddly-shaped gums, Dr. Scott Grivas can help.

When they spend time with Dr. Grivas for the very first time, many of our new patients realize that their smile can actually be changed. Prior to that initial meeting, the idea of a completely transformed smile seemed like an obscure, out-of-reach concept.

The reality is that your face was designed to match a certain kind of smile. Dr. Grivas can conduct a quick evaluation of your face, assessing the following six elements:

• Teeth - their shape, color, shade and angle.
• Facial Structure - for symmetry or asymmetry, shape and midline.
• Functional Occlusal Harmony - the relationship of forces between your teeth.
• Gum Line - the health, contour, exposure and color of your gums.
• Age, Gender and weight - relative to the size and shape of your unique teeth.
• Bite Measurement - to make sure that you muscles and bones are working properly.

It’s difficult to describe the effects of a cosmetically enhanced smile. The best word might be “life-changing”. A few of our patients smiled so much their face was sore!

We invite you to visit with Sacramento dentist Scott Grivas and discover what your new smile could look like!

Is your jaw sore when you wake up in the morning? Do you hear clicking or popping noises when you chew or speak? Do you suffer from agonizing migraines that cause severe dysfunction in your normal day?

These are symptoms of temporomandibular joint disorder (TMD), a malalignment of the jaw capable of creating excessive tension in your muscles and adversely affecting your nerves, ligaments, teeth and bone. Our TMD patients visit our office with other telling symptoms, including:

• Poor sleep
• Ringing in the ears
• Severe under- or overbite
• Chronic sinus problems
• Nighttime clenching and/or grinding
• Worn, loose, fractured or broken teeth
• Tingling in the hands and fingers
• Unevenly ground or worn teeth
• Dizziness, nausea and equilibrium issues 

Unless it is accompanied by an obvious pain in or around their jaw, most of our patients don’t realize that they may have a TMD problem. Thankfully, by correcting any occlusal disharmonies, Dr. Scott Grivas can help you overcome TMD and get back to living your life to the fullest!

Call our Sacramento dental practice today. We’ll get you out of pain, place your mandible joints back into proper alignment and restore your mouth to ideal health.

Sacramento dentist, Dr. Scott Grivas offers a wide variety of dental services that will keep your smile both healthy and beautiful, including:

• Migraine Therapy
• Sedation Dentistry
• Smile Design
• Porcelain Veneers
• Metal Free Fillings
• Bridges and Crowns
• Dental Implants
• Cosmetic Bonding
• Inlays and Onlays
• Teeth Whitening
• TMJ Treatment
• Dental Hygiene 

If any of these topics pique your curiosity, we invite you to learn more about them by clicking the appropriate service. If you still have questions, call our office - we would be happy to answer each and every one.