Welcome back to the Distinctive Dentistry Blog . As your family dentist, I wanted to focus on some helpful “Dietary Do’s” for you, this time. Here are some dietary dental tips: You Don’t Have To Pray To The Calcium Gods, Just Eat Foods That Contain Calcium – Since calcium is a major component of bones and teeth, you must…
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The American Prosthodontic Society, 2015 Annual Scientific Meeting, Chicago
Event: The American Prosthodontic Society, 2015 Annual Scientific Meeting, Chicago Date: February 26, 2015 Registration: http://www.prostho.org/annual_meeting_welcome.html
Continue ReadingAmerican Academy of Restorative Dentistry, Annual Meeting, Chicago, 2/27-3/1
Event: American Academy of Restorative Dentistry, Annual Meeting, Chicago Date: February 27 – March 1, 2015 Role/Description: Council member, Essay Committee, Reception Committee Information: //www.restorativeacademy.com/_Library/2013Docs_Public/AARD_program_2015_web.pdf
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Event: Pacific Northwest Dental Conference Date/Time: Join us June 11, 2012 Time: To Be Determined Location: Bellevue, Washington
Continue ReadingWhat is Sodium Lauryl Sulfate
What is Sodium Lauryl Sulfate? Sodium lauryl Sulfate (SLS) is an active ingredient in many toothpastes and can promote microscopic damage to the oral tissues in some patients. Some patients that have a sulfite allergy or are sensitive to certain sulfa products, such as SLS will find it is beneficial to try SLS-free toothpastes. Here…
Continue ReadingOral Cancer and symptoms
What Is Oral cancer? Oral cancer is a disease that can affect a number of individuals; any age, race or gender. The cells within the oral cavity mutate causing malfunction; this can lead to tissue failure, organ failure or even death. In some cases, cancerous cells that start in one region of the body can…
Continue ReadingFamily dentistry in Puyallup: Why it’s important to include fluoride in your child’s diet and dental treatment
Fluoride is a mineral found in different foods as well as your water supply in varying amounts. It plays an important role in preventing tooth decay, as it helps strengthen the outer layer of enamel on each of your teeth. It also helps to repair damage done by the acid the harmful bacteria in your…
Continue ReadingHow to take care of your dental crown – Tacoma cosmetic dentistry advice
Dental crowns are a cosmetic dentistry product often recommended to patients who have a tooth that is badly damaged or decayed. Made of porcelain and designed to perfectly fit with the rest of your natural, healthy teeth, these caps completely cover your damaged tooth, restoring your smile as well as the functionality of your mouth….
Continue ReadingUpcoming Event – The latest options to restore endentulous arches
Interested in learning about the latest options to restore edentulous arches? Register now to attend this Seattle King County Dental Society CE course, featuring Dr. Keith Phillips. “An Update on Implant Options for the Partially Dentated and Edentulous Patient, Including Fixed Removable Prosthetics” Credits: 7 Friday, October 3, 2014 Emerald Downs 2300 Emerald Downs Drive…
Continue ReadingWhat is involved in an oral cancer screening? Your Puyallup dentist answers
Cancers are frightening diseases and oral cancer is no different. With over 100 Americans being diagnosed with this form of cancer every day (according to the American Cancer Society) this is definitely a disease we’d like all of our patients to be aware of. Fortunately, when detected early, there are a lot of treatment options-…
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