The negative connotations around root canal therapy are unfortunate, since this procedure can actually improve your comfort and better your oral health. If your tooth becomes cracked, decayed, or otherwise damaged and bacteria infect its inner pulp (nerves and blood vessels), the diseased tissue will need to be removed to clean and protect the tooth…
An interview with Dr. Walter Hunt, D.D.S., founder of Personal Care Dentistry. The Reasons for Becoming a Dentist When I was in undergraduate school at the University of Minnesota, I knew I wanted to be in health care of some sort. I knew I wanted to serve people in whatever profession I chose, and becoming…
Here are some comments from recent patients at Personal Care Dentistry about the timely and efficient dental care they received. Super Quick and Absolutely Painless! – Greta S. Very friendly and inviting staff! Dr. Kyle was amazing and very calming. The whole process was super quick and absolutely painless. I’ll definitely be back. May 10, 2017…
Types of Floss and How to Floss Properly Floss is used to remove all the food particles, bacteria, and plaque that is stuck in-between your teeth. If you neglect to floss your teeth for a long period of time, plaque will buildup. Your toothbrush is not powerful enough (nor has the capability) to remove the…
Reduce Sport-Related Mouth Injuries with One Simple Piece of Equipment Mouth guards, also called mouth protectors, help cushion a blow to the face, minimizing the risk of broken teeth and injuries to your lips, tongue, face or jaw. They typically cover the upper teeth and are a great way to protect the soft tissues of…
Most people are familiar with the Golden Rule – do unto others as you would have them do unto you, which is found in the Bible (Matt. 7:12). And most of Personal Care Dentistry’s patients know that the Golden Rule guides the dentists and staff at the clinic when they are assisting or treating patients.…
A Historical Look at Implants and Dentures Today, when people require a set of false teeth or an individual dental implant, they turn to modern dentistry to provide them with a synthetic substitute, usually made from plastic. However, this solution has only been around for a few decades; in the past, those in need turned to…
Oral cancer begins in the mouth, also called the oral cavity. This region of the body includes the lips, the inside lining of the lips and cheeks (called the buccal mucosa), the teeth, the gums, most of the tongue, the bottom of the mouth, and the bony roof of the mouth, or hard palate. In…
Dr. Teo Baylon, D.D.S. | Dentist When Dr. Teo Baylon joined Personal Care Dentistry in 2013 she brought with her a wealth of skill and experience as well as her own style of compassionate care. Born in Bulgaria, Dr. Baylon (her patients call her Dr. Teo) came to Minnesota with her family when she was…
Take notes, tired parents! If you’ve all but emptied your bag of tricks to get your little one to brush and floss regularly, there are still a few more cards you can put up your sleeve to help keep smiles cavity-free. Give these sneaky (yet proven) dental tips a try to preserve your child’s oral…