A saliva test looks at a small sample of your saliva to identify the types of oral bacteria living in your mouth. At Genuine Care Dental in Saratoga, CA, we send your sample to a laboratory, and the results show which bacteria are present and in what amounts. That gives your dentist a clearer picture of what may be behind your dental problems.
A saliva test can be helpful if:
Your dentist can tell you whether it makes sense for you. Not every patient needs one.
Fixing a cavity repairs the damage, but it does not always explain why the cavity formed. Knowing your cavity and gum disease risk lets us go after the cause, not only the symptoms. That means targeted treatment and home care built around your mouth, instead of general advice.
The process is easy and non-invasive:
There are no needles and no drilling. It is one of the easiest parts of a dental visit.
Your results show which bacteria are present and how much of each. That helps us see whether your mouth leans toward cavities, gum disease, or both, and it gives us a starting point for personalized care. We share what we learn in plain language, and we never use the results to pressure you into anything you do not need. Our goal is simply for you to understand your own mouth better.
A saliva test does not replace your exam or cleaning. It adds information to them. You will still need a regular dental checkup so we can monitor your teeth and gums, and a dental cleaning to keep buildup in check. If your results point toward gum concerns, we may talk about gum therapy.
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Finding out why your teeth keep having problems takes patience, and we give it. We didn't want it to feel like a dental office, so we didn't build one. Warm wood, real plants, a couch you'd actually choose to sit on, and chairs picked for comfort as much as function, all so you forget where you actually are.
Dr. Rong and Mia lead the practice with an expert team that pairs modern tools with real conversation. We like to know your story before we suggest a plan.
Enjoy the extras while you are here: an anxiety blanket and calming aroma, a neck pillow, lip balm, dark sunglasses, free phone chargers, shows on the screens, and a coffee bar.
“Too often I see patients go into an office and they're just seen as a set of teeth with no person behind them. I want to know not only what our patients need, but also what they want, in terms of their health, their looks, and how they feel.”
– Dr. Rong, owner
“I absolutely would recommend Genuine Care, and I have already done so many times.”
– Amy, patient
“Dr. Rong was very patient. He carefully explained the treatment, so I feel very confident and comfortable.”
– Raymond, patient
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