Are your teeth a little less bright than they used to be? If so, you’re not alone. This year consumers will pay about $7 billion to try and get their smiles a little whiter. So, why isn’t your smile brighter, and what’s causing the stains? Genetics and the ravages of time are 2 of the...Read More

Looking for a cosmetic solution that’s minimally invasive? Consider porcelain veneers. Around here we like to think of veneers as the unsung heroes of cosmetic dentistry. Why? Because they have literally transformed the smiles of so many of our patients – you can see some of these smiles here. But veneers offer more than just...Read More

Got stress? You’re not alone. According to a recent Gallup poll, stress levels around the globe are at all all-time highs It’s no wonder. If living during a pandemic wasn’t relaxing enough, with the constant threat of illness and death, there’s the war in the Ukraine and economic concerns, global warming, forest fires, etc. It...Read More

Are your teeth turning on you? If they are, don’t take it personally. Teeth shifting happens. And it happens to many of us as we get older. It’s yet another test of time, just like body aches and frown lines. Even if you had braces to straighten your teeth when you were younger, your teeth...Read More

Feeling itchy, scratchy, or sneezy? Sinuses clogged, or your nose running? Welcome to Sneezin’ in Seattle time – aka allergy season in the Pacific Northwest! Sure, this area is a great place to call home, but it’s also a tough place to live if you suffer from seasonal allergies. Why? Allergy season around here is...Read More

Physical fitness is good for your body, and it’s good for your teeth. Studies confirm that staying active and exercising regularly helps lower your risk of developing gum disease by 54%. Even occasional exercise can reduce your risk by 33%. So, what’s the downside to the health of your teeth when you’re staying active during...Read More

Bad breath happens. We’ve all had it, and shared it – ever eat garlic fries at a Mariner’s game? But having chronic bad breath is something else. Halitosis, medical speak for bad breath, is actually the 3rd most common reason patients seek dental care. Right after tooth decay and gum disease. Halitosis is like the...Read More

When it comes to cancer awareness, oral cancer doesn’t quite make the headlines compared to other types of cancers. It should. Less people are diagnosed with it compared to other cancers, but oral cancer has a higher death rate over cancers such as colon or breast cancer. Why? Because many cases of oral cancer aren’t...Read More

Your saliva is more than just spit. It’s your mouth’s secret weapon to fight gum disease and tooth decay. It also plays a big factor in maintaining overall good health. Unfortunately, about a ⅓ of us suffer from chronic dry mouth – we call it Xerostomia in the dental field. This is a condition that...Read More