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Are Caffeinated Products Negatively Affecting Your Smile?

If you choose to not brush your teeth for a day, it can be easy to see how your inaction might hurt your oral health. It may seem obvious to point out how your behaviors can affect your smile, you may not realize just how many of your actions have the potential to affect your […]

Are You Having Trouble Putting Pressure On A Tooth?

If you no longer feel comfortable putting pressure on a certain tooth, the change in your bite function can create more problems than you might realize. Increasing the work done by surrounding teeth can lead to more friction, and ultimately lead to greater wear and tear. You may also begin to struggle with jaw pains, […]

What Can I Do To Deal With Dental Sensitivity?

Dental sensitivity is an issue that can make many meals, and many beverages, difficult to enjoy. For some, sensitivity is related to the temperature of what they want to enjoy. Others can struggle to enjoy sweets without pain. There are also issues with general sensitivity that can affect you throughout the day. Our Seattle, WA […]

When Should My Child Start To Brush Their Own Teeth?

It can sometimes be tough to tell when your child is ready to do something on their own, rather than with your direct help. It can also be hard to trust that they know exactly what to do once they begin doing something themselves. Our Seattle, WA dentist’s office has helped many families manage their […]

What Help Can My Dentist Provide During An Emergency Visit?

When a problem with your oral health causes an alarming amount of pain, or makes you worry about the health of a damaged, loose, or lost tooth, it can call for emergency dental work. Your Seattle, WA dentist’s office is prepared to help individuals who find themselves suffering from a problem that calls for urgent […]

Floss Every Day In Order To Keep Hard-To-Reach Spaces Clean

With the right toothbrush, the right toothpaste, and a good brushing routine, you can take great care of your smile. Unfortunately, you can still leave certain areas of your teeth poorly served if brushing is the only practice you perform to maintain your oral hygiene. To clean the spaces where teeth meet more effectively, you […]

3 Habits That Can Help You Keep Your Smile Healthy

What do you gain by taking care of your smile? Your efforts to keep your teeth safe against tooth decay and gum disease have more benefits than you might realize. Fighting the buildup of plaque and tartar can help you maintain your appearance, and you can have an easier time maintaining your general health when […]

An Injured Tooth May Become Infected If It Is Not Treated

You may be uncomfortable with your smile if your tooth is chipped, cracked, or otherwise damaged in a way that alters its appearance. The cosmetic effect of a dental injury can be concerning enough for people to prioritize restorative dental work. With that said, some injuries can affect teeth that are harder to see, and […]

Taking Care Of Your Smile Can Benefit Your Overall Health

When you brush and floss your teeth, what are you really doing for your health? Obviously, these habits are in place to protect you against tooth decay and gum disease. People often think of oral hygiene as a matter of protecting the health and appearance of their smile, but they do not recognize the role […]

Make Sure Your Smile Stays Healthy During Periods Of Stress

You may be well aware that prolonged periods of stress can cause problems for you. What you might not anticipate is the different ways stress can interfere with your quality of life. You should know that if you are having a hard time managing your stress, you may unwittingly change your daily behaviors in ways […]