Distinctive Dentistry is a family, cosmetic, and restorative dental office serving the greater Tacoma and Puyallup communities. We want to help you prevent gum disease! One form of gum disease, gingivitis, is the build-up of plaque around the gum line which causes swelling and bleeding. Gingivitis can occur in anyone and requires increased vigilance around…
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Restor Dental Open House – June 9, 2015
Event: Restor Dental Open House Date/Time: Join us June 9, 2015 , 4-6 p.m. Location: Fife, 5619 Valley Ave. E., Fife Wa, 98424 Registration: Call to Register: 253-754-6788
Continue ReadingImplant Strategies for the Terminal Dentition – June 11, 2015
Event: Implant Strategies for the Terminal Dentition Organization: Pacific Northwest Dental Conference Date/Time: June 11, 2015, 6:30 pm Location: Bellevue Registration: //www.wsda.org/registration-info/
Continue ReadingCast Gold Procedures – June 15 – June 19, 2015
Event: Cast Gold Procedures Organization: 2015 Tucker Institute Coarse Date/Time: June 15-19, 2015, All Day Location: Seattle Registration: //www.wsda.org/registration-info/
Continue ReadingDental Health Basics for K-6 Kids
The years when kids are in elementary school are very important, in terms of setting the stage for a lifetime of good oral health. Baby teeth are replaced by permanent teeth, many kids are actively engaged in sports, and the sphere of influence in kids’ choices broadens dramatically. So let’s look at a few common…
Continue ReadingWhat To Expect at our Dental Implant Practice
At our dental office, we are fully committed to providing optimal care for our patients using high quality materials suited to individual patient needs. Here’s what you can expect: Exam The process begins with a very thorough exam: head and neck evaluation, cancer screening, periodontal evaluation and charting, functional/occlusal evaluation, biomechanical and structural evaluation, and…
Continue ReadingWhat is the cost of dental implants?
We often get asked about the cost of dental implants. Our answer is always the same: “It depends.” As with any surgical procedure, the only fair way to define treatment and associated costs is to complete a thorough exam, present options to the patient, and work as a team to determine the best course of…
Continue ReadingAre Dental Implants Created Equal?
When choosing dental implants for our patients, there are thousands from which to choose from and that number continues to rise. How does a dentist decide how to choose the right system for patients? The answer is a complex combination of mechanics, chemistry, physics, research, training, and experience. First and foremost, we choose dental implants…
Continue ReadingOral Health Tips for College Students
When heading to college for the first time, teenagers- now officially adults – often need to be reminded about the importance of their oral health. They are fully independent and living on their own for the first time, and many can develop bad habits or simply forget now that their parents are not there to…
Continue ReadingDental Health Basics for Toddlers
“I can do it myself!” Parents of toddlers are familiar with this announcement as their children progress into the age of self-awareness and growing independence. Even so, children need assistance with oral hygiene. Your child’s dentist is a valuable resource for developing an effective daily oral care routine that also embraces your toddler’s enthusiastic independence….
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