Beware of friends bearing peanut brittle. The Holidays are upon us! Holiday season is officially here. And it truly is the most wonderful time of year. But it’s happens to be the season that comes with tooth damage, cavities and gum disease – oh, my. As your friendly neighborhood Burien dentist, we’re not here to...Read More
Fluoride treatments aren’t just for kids. A little extra fluoride works wonders for developing teeth, but it can also help many adults too; especially adults with certain health/dental conditions that increase their risk for tooth decay and cavities. Fluoride is a mineral that helps keep the tooth’s enamel strong and better resistant to acids that...Read More
So, you recently came in for a dental exam, and you were told that you need a deep teeth cleaning. Why do you need it, and BTW what the heck is this “deep cleaning”? A routine teeth cleaning focuses on maintaining the cleanliness of your teeth to prevent cavities and keep your gums disease free,...Read More
It’s not unusual, but some patients just don’t “Love” visiting the dentist. Coming in for routine dental care usually doesn’t make it on their annual “Top 10” list of things to do. While we love visiting with our patients, and try to make each visit as comforting and relaxing as possible, sometimes a little extra...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
Valentine’s day is a wonderful way to share your heart with someone special. It’s also a good reminder to take care of something your Valentine will appreciate: Your heart. Since February is “American Heart month” now is the perfect time to give the health of your heart a little more attention; especially, since heart disease...Read More
Having healthy teeth and gums is something many of us probably take for granted…until we no longer have healthy teeth! Here are some surprising every day things you could be doing that can harm your teeth. (Not so surprising, drinking a 12-pack of Mountain Dew every day isn’t on this list.) Using Your Teeth Like...Read More
