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Why Have I Started Grinding My Teeth While I Sleep?

Your mornings used to be pleasant, until you started waking up with jaw pain, or feelings of sensitivity in your teeth. Why are you suddenly dealing with these symptoms? People who have ongoing problems with bruxism – habitual teeth grinding – can have problems with their mornings because they have been grinding their teeth while […]

Families Can Enjoy BubbleFest At The Pacific Science Center

On Sunday, August 25, the Pacific Science Center is hosting its special BubbleFest event! You and your family can head out to the center’s courtyard area to learn about the science of bubbles, watch impressive demonstrations, and – of course – blow plenty of bubbles of your own! This is a great way to go […]

Changes You Can Make To Limit Dental Wear And Tear

Is dental wear and tear a problem for you, or is it a potential threat that you might face in the future? The processes of biting and chewing create friction that can slowly wear on teeth over time. Our enamel is an incredibly tough substance, but it is not completely indestructible – if it was, […]

Is There Room For Improvement In Your Brushing Routine?

While brushing properly is not the only measure to take if you want to preserve a healthy smile, it is certainly an important one! People who feel that they are following a good routine sometimes feel caught off guard when hearing that they have a cavity. At our Seattle, WA dental office, we want to […]

How Can I Avoid Issues With Bleeding Gums When I Brush?

Even when you believe you are brushing carefully, your gums bleed. How worried should you be about this problem, and how can you avoid it in the future? It is possible that your current brushing routine is creating this problem, because you use too much force and/or due to hard bristles on your brush. With […]

Take Care Of Bruxism Before You Suffer Serious Dental Damage

If you start grinding your teeth at night, you should take action against this development as soon as possible. At our Seattle, WA dental office, we can design a customized guard that you can wear while you sleep in order to protect your smile against this harmful habit. The appliance is crafted carefully so that […]

Bring Your Family To Seattle’s Big Day Of Play Event!

On Saturday, August 17, Seattle families will have a great opportunity to go out and enjoy plenty of outdoor fun and games during Seattle’s Big Day Of Play event! During this one-day event, the Rainier Playfields And Community Center and Mt. Baker Rowing And Sailing Center will have many different sports, recreation programs, games and […]

Discussing Noticeable Dental Wear And Tear With Your Dentist

Tooth decay is a familiar threat, one that your daily oral care habits should protect you against. However, this is not the only issue that can affect the condition of your teeth over time. The friction produced from biting and chewing can slowly wear down your enamel over time. Any changes produced by this effect […]

Bothered By Sensitive Teeth? You’re Not Alone

The heat of the summer can make an ice cream treat, or a cold drink, particularly attractive. Unfortunately, these can be difficult to enjoy if you are dealing with dental sensitivity. People experience this problem for different reasons. In some cases, it may be the result of their gums receding, and exposing areas of teeth […]

Is It Possible To Brush Too Aggressively?

People tend to be familiar with several issues that can cause a cavity to form on a tooth. A poorly managed diet that features too much sugar can certainly be a problem. Tooth decay can also be a problem if you are inconsistent with brushing and flossing, or do not attend regular dental exams. What […]