There are few dental problems worse than losing a tooth. Whether it occurs when you are young or old, whether the cause is facial trauma, malnutrition, gum disease or simply old age, tooth loss can fully destroy your dental health if not treated in a timely manner. Fortunately, there is now an option to not…
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What Are Dentures and what Types of Dentures are available? (Part 1 of 3)
Dentures are a (usually) removable replacement for missing teeth and tissue. There are a number of different types of dentures. They can be made of a flexible plastic, metal, acrylic, porcelain, or a combination of these materials. You and your Prosthodontist will work together to determine which option is right for you: Complete Dentures —…
Continue ReadingWhat you should know about your dental appointment if you suffer from cold sores:
We often see patients who suffer from cold sores. Nearly 70% of American citizens test positive for herpes simplex virus type 1 (HSV-1) — the virus that causes cold sores. Canker sores and cold sores are different. Canker sores occur only inside the mouth, are not caused by a virus, and are not contagious….
Continue ReadingBulimia Nervosa and Oral Health
As we start to enter the holiday season, it’s important to recognize that for some people, this time of year is especially difficult. Stress, depression, pressure at school, and a seemingly constant focus on food can become the perfect storm for someone with an eating disorder such as bulimia. Bulimia is a serious eating disorder…
Continue ReadingReferral Education- Transitioning from Staumann to Astra Tech EV – 7/25/15
Event: Referral Education – Transitioning from Straumann to Astra Tech EV Date/Time: July 25, 2015, 6:30pm Location: Seattle Registration: Invitation Only
Continue ReadingCAIC Meeting – Seattle WA – 9/11-9/15
Event: CAIC Organization: CAIC Date/Time: Sept 11-15, 2015, All Day Location: Seattle Registration: Members Only
Continue ReadingExpedited Implant Strategies for the Terminal Dentition – 10/3/15
Event: Expedited Implant Strategies for the Terminal Dentition Organization: Canadian Academy of Restorative Dentistry and Prosthodontics Date/Time: Oct 3, 2015, All Day Location: Toronto, ON Registration: //cardp.ca/dental-conference-registration/
Continue ReadingHow to find a Children’s Dentist in Tacoma
The Answer is Distinctive Dentistry! Pediatric Dentistry is at the Heart of our Practice. Distinctive Dentistry in Tacoma, the Fife area, is dedicated to your family’s dental health and our pediatric dentistry is essential to a future of your child’s dental health. We know that it’s now always easy to get kids to build healthy habits. Here…
Continue ReadingToothbrush replacement
Summer is officially here! How about starting a tradition of replacing your family’s toothbrushes at the beginning of each new season? Here’s why: Over time, toothbrush bristles become warn and frayed. When this happens, they are less effective at cleaning. The changes can be so subtle as to only be seen under a microscope, and…
Continue ReadingChildren’s Dentistry: Helping Kids Feel Comfortable on Their First Visit
Children’s dentistry is an important part of lifelong good dental health. Your child’s first visit doesn’t have to be scary. Here are some steps you can take to send the message that this bi-annual ritual is nothing to fear. Familiarize your child with what a dentist is and what she or he does by reading books…
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