Cavities are areas of the teeth that become permanently damaged due to holes and openings on the enamel surface. Also known as “tooth decay” and “caries,” varying factors like genetics, diet, and poor oral hygiene can cause cavities throughout life. Cavities can still form even if you have optimal dental care at home, brushing and...
Many people unknowingly grind their teeth while asleep at night. It can be for many reasons, including stress, anxiety, bad dreams, etc. If you grind your teeth, it should be addressed with a professional dentist, as it can lead to serious oral health problems in the future. One problem with determining if you grind your...
If you’re looking for a dentist in Brooklyn, whether you’re new to the neighborhood or have lived here your entire life, it can seem a bit daunting. There are literally hundreds, even thousands, of different dental practices to choose from here in King County. But not all of them are created equally, and some are...
People skip or avoid the dentist for a lot of different reasons. It could be a dislike of dental offices, the discomfort of sitting in the dental chair, fear of pain and dental tools, or it could be the cost and lack of insurance. The sad truth is that most health plans do not include...
Having bad breath is nothing to be ashamed of. What is medically known as halitosis is common, and most of us will have bad breath for various reasons, often when we first wake up in the morning. It isn’t a sign that you have terrible oral hygiene or don’t brush and floss. Usually, it is...
A lot of people skip the dentist year after year. They may say things like, “I brush and floss every day. I don’t need to go to the dentist“, or “I hate going to the dentist.” Whatever the case, skipping the dentist isn’t a good idea. You can run into excruciatingly painful and expensive oral...
2022 is on the back burner, and as we work our way through 2023, the days are starting to get longer, and soon it will get warmer. If you are dealing with teeth problems, no matter the type, you may not be confident in your smile or even dread showing teeth altogether. People love to...
Going to the dentist is something many of us don’t look forwards too. It takes time, costs money, and can be unpleasant for some. But that doesn’t change the fact that going to the dentist is one of the most important things you can do for your overall health and well-being. When you go to...
This is a question that many people ask themselves year over year, and you may even be one of them. You may have asked yourself, “I brush and floss every day, use a mouth rinse, and have no tooth pain; why do I need to go to the dentist? How often should I visit the...
