You might think of a root canal as being especially painful, but the truth is that most people who have one reported much less pain than they expected. In fact, many compare it to getting a crown or filling. Most importantly, the benefits to your oral health from a root canal can be huge. …
DetailsFrom Dr. Craig Bremseth Prep: 15 mins Cook: 15 mins Total: 30 mins Servings: 16 Ingredients 2 pounds ground beef 1 (12 ounce) container fully cooked luncheon meat (e.g. Spam), cubed 12 ounces processed cheese food, cubed 2 small onions, chopped 1 (10.75 ounce) can condensed tomato soup 1 (6 ounce) can tomato paste…
DetailsUsing Proper Techniques Are Important if You Want to Be the Boss of Your Floss How Often Should You Floss? Daily according to the American Dental Association (ADA) if you want to effectively remove the plaque from places between your teeth where you toothbrush can’t reach. Remember, plaque that isn’t removed hardens into calculus…
DetailsIf your valentine adores chocolate, make it dark chocolate this year and you’ll not only bring a smile to your loved one’s face, but you’ll be helping them with their oral health. Really? Yes, dark chocolate can help prevent tooth decay. It’s not the chocolate that is good for your teeth it’s the cocoa bean…
DetailsPatients sometimes ask us to explain why fluoride is so helpful in preventing cavities and to overall oral health. So we thought in this blog we would provide an overview of fluoride and how it helps protect your teeth from cavities. Fluoride is a naturally-occurring mineral compound that helps prevent cavities in children and adults…
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Although teeth are powerful, they are not invincible. Being hit in the face or mouth, falling, or biting down on something hard can result in tooth injuries. If you have a broken, cracked, or chipped tooth, it is vital to repair it as quickly as possible. If you wait too long, the tooth may get…
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Every Child’s Smile is Unique – Find the Right Floss for Them Brushing teeth alone only cleans the visible areas and misses out on the spaces between teeth and leaves your child vulnerable to acid buildup and tooth decay. But don’t worry! We want to help you find the right floss for the specific…
DetailsResolve to Restore Your Smile Have your pearly whites lost their luster because of dingy gray or yellow stains? Stained teeth can occur as we age, but some common foods, drinks, and even mouthwashes can stain teeth. Do-it-yourself remedies can help whiten teeth, and avoiding substances that stain teeth can stop further discoloration. Use these…
DetailsThere are two words related to oral health that you should think of as the dangerous duo plaque and tarter. Together, they work to wreak havoc in your mouth, causing gum disease, tooth decay, and teeth stains. They can be defeated by the superheroes of oral health your toothbrush and floss – but if you…
DetailsThe holiday season is stressful enough without having to worry about bad breath at the inevitable holiday parties and family get-togethers that feature rich foods and seasonal beverages. But you can reduce the odds of being burdened with holiday halitosis by following these tips. Brush Your Teeth – And Your Tongue For most people, it’s…
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