3-D printing is an exciting and quickly evolving tool. There are numerous innovative applications for 3-D digital technology in dentistry. As your family dentist, we understand the importance of implementing new technologies as they arise. Currently, most dental health professionals utilize both digital and traditional treatment methods, depending on the individual circumstances of each patient….
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Tooth Shade Fillings, Fife, Tacoma, WA
When it came to repairing dental cavities, the only available solution in the past was silver amalgam fillings. However, there has been significant advancement in the fillings industry in recent years, leading to the development of a more aesthetically appealing option of composite (tooth-colored) fillings. If you are looking for a dentist offering both types…
Continue ReadingDietary Dental Do’s
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…
Continue ReadingWhat makes my mouth vulnerable to tooth decay? Find out from Tacoma dentists
If you think you are suffering from cavities more often than other people, you may be right. Tacoma dentists know certain lifestyle habits and other factors can make your teeth more likely to fall victim to tooth decay, including: Eating sugar – While sugar doesn’t directly cause cavities, it does cause bacteria in your…
Continue ReadingFive ways you can help your child have a great first trip to your Tacoma dentist
Making your child’s first dental appointment a fun and positive experience isn’t just about having a happy trip – it helps establish that there’s nothing to fear from the dentist, something that is key to a lifetime of great oral health. Here are some great tips on achieving this: Start early: Six months to a year old…
Continue ReadingGaps, Cracks or Stains on your Teeth? Tacoma dentists offer Porcelain Veneers as the Answer.
Porcelain veneers are popular because of their versatility, strength and natural appearance, making them a good choice for many people who want to enhance their looks and gain confidence, often with as little as two dental visits! With proper care and practicing good dental hygiene, veneers can last 10 years or more, making them a…
Continue ReadingHow to floss properly and prevent tooth decay – advice from your Tacoma dentist
As any dentist in Tacoma will tell you flossing should be part of your daily oral hygiene routine. While brushing your teeth is equally important, a toothbrush will not reach all aspects of your tooth or remove debris from deep below the gum line. Flossing is what will remove bits of food, bacteria and…
Continue ReadingMouth guards and sport safety – advice from Tacoma dentists
Whether you play sports recreationally on weekends or compete in a local or national sports team, custom fitted mouth guards from Tacoma dentists can give you the protection you need. While helmets, knee pads and other protective gear is a must, it often happens that players forget to protect one of the most delicate…
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