Like Halloween treats? If you do, chances are good that you’ll be encountering a plethora of candy this Halloween season. Before this season’s jack-o’-lantern gets tossed, more than 160 million Americans will have bought over 600 million pounds of candy. And if you have kids brace yourself for the sugar high. 1 study says that...Read More
Do the words “visiting the dentist” make you fearful? If it does, you’re not alone. On any given day, over 40 million Americans will do their best to postpone or avoid any type of dental visit because of dental anxiety and dental phobia. When this fear prevents you from regularly seeing a dentist, it also...Read More
It might not be a sexy accessory, and it won’t get the attention of teeth whitening, but wearing a mouth guard is one of the best things you can do to protect the health of your teeth. Whether it protects your teeth from teeth grinding when you sleep, or dental injuries when you play, your...Read More
Every smile you share can make an appealing, long-lasting first impression. Don’t take our word for it, studies confirm that smiling makes you appear more likeable and competent to others. In fact, science shows that smiling offers many great benefits. That’s probably why teeth whitening remains the favorite go-to option to cosmetically enhance a smile....Read More
There might not be a Zombie apocalypse happening yet, but it seems as though there are plenty of walking dead out these days, thanks to more people suffering from sleep deprivation. According to a recent study 33% of the adults in our country are sleep deprived. 50% of Americans snore, 38% unintentionally nod off during...Read More
Looking for one of the best dentists in the Burien area? You already have, if you’ve been coming in to see Dr. Kyle Beffa for your family and cosmetic dental care! Each year, Seattle Met magazine publishes a list of the best dentists in the Seattle metropolitan area. And once again, we’re happy to announce...Read More
Are white spots getting in the way of your beautiful smile? Not for Shelly! She recently came in to see us to remove a white spot on her tooth. And we were able to take the spot off in one, short appointment…without any drilling! We removed the spot using a white spot removal treatment called...Read More
If you are what you eat, then your teeth will also benefit from what you don’t eat, or maybe what you don’t eat too much of. What you eat eat and drink every day can be as important to your daily oral hygiene as flossing or brushing every day. Some foods you eat are considered...Read More
Having good overall health is directly connected to good oral health. We’re not just saying this as your friendly Burien dentist. There’s a link between the your oral health and longevity. Studies show that the more teeth you have, the more likely you are to live a longer life. So, when you help keep your...Read More
Why wait for a New Year to start doing something positive to improve your health this year. The beginning of a new year is a popular time to make resolutions to be healthier, but making changes to improve your health can happen whenever you’re ready. In fact, you can make a resolution, or two, to...Read More