What do you think about when you have a dental appointment coming up? Many people are comfortable in the dentist’s chair, but for some, even a routine visit can cause an anxiety spike. Your Seattle, WA dentist’s office can make appointments easier for patients who experience unease about treatment. With the right sedative, we can […]
Solutions For Issues With Bleeding Gums
If you check your smile in the mirror after you clean your teeth, you can look out for early warning signs of gum disease. One sign can be hard to overlook, thought it can also be a hard one to face. Many people with gingivitis will notice that their gums bleed easily after they brush […]
Practicing Better Oral Hygiene Habits
Is your current approach to oral hygiene going to keep you safe from problems like dental decay and gum disease? While it may have been effective in the past, your ability to resist problems with decay and gingivitis can change over time. This can happen because your diet changes, because of gradual enamel erosion, or […]
Regaining Confidence After Chipping A Tooth
It can be more than just embarrassing to reveal a chipped tooth whenever you smile. Dental damage can certainly have a cosmetic impact, but if you ignore the problem, you can leave yourself vulnerable to a problem that can cause oral health issues over time. It is important to have enamel damage checked by your […]
When An Unhealthy Tooth Has To Be Removed
If you keep putting off a trip to the dentist’s office despite having active concerns about tooth pain or sensitivity, you can put yourself at risk for losing the tooth that has you worried. As its health deteriorates due to an injury or advanced cavity, the tooth can come closer to the point where restorative […]
How Can I Show Off Whiter Teeth?
While people can express different concerns about the way they look when the describe their smiles, discoloration can be a common source of unhappiness. Unfortunately, it can prove difficult to avoid teeth stains over time, and that can lead to worsening changes to your appearance. It can also prove difficult to remove them, especially when […]
Starting Treatment For Multiple Cavities
There are times when patients need to worry about more than one oral health issue. One cavity is reason enough for concern, but we sometimes need to deal with decay that affects several teeth. This is more likely to happen if you take a longer break from routine dental services, where your dentist can look […]
Discussing Bruxism Treatment With Your Dentist
If you keep waking up with feelings of stiffness, pain, or sensitivity in your teeth and jaw, let your dentist know. These issues, along with a change in your enamel brought on by persistent friction, can serve as a warning that you are dealing with bruxism. Many people develop a tendency to grind or clench […]
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Dealing With A Severe Tooth Problem
If you want to stay consistent with preventive dental care, you should regularly see your dentist for exams even when you believe your smile is in great health. These visits provide important feedback about the condition of your smile, something that can lead to the early detection and treatment of problems before they can cause […]
When Daily Dental Sensitivity Affects You
If you are not able to go a day, or even a meal, without discomfort from dental sensitivity, you should be concerned about your oral health. This can be caused by different issues, including those that will require restorative treatment. At our Seattle, WA dental practice, we can determine what the source of your discomfort […]
