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…
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Dental 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….
Continue ReadingSix Tacoma Cosmetic Procedures that are good for your dental health
A smile can express an emotion, a feeling, a thought, that a whole compendium of literary works cannot communicate as effectively. More and more people are seeking the help of cosmetic dentists, such as prosthodontist Dr Keith Phillips of Tacoma, to enhance their smiles and boost their self-esteem. Here are six popular cosmetic dentistry procedures:…
Continue ReadingA Tacoma Dentist Shares Tips on How to Make Your Smile Design Teeth Whitening Last
Your teeth can become stained and lose their brightness due to cigarette smoke, chewing tobacco, tea, coffee, red wine, age, and even some medications. Yellow or darkened teeth take away the brilliance from your smile and can have a negative impact on your self-esteem. Professional teeth whitening done by a cosmetic dentist can give you…
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 ReadingWhat to look for when choosing a dentist to perform your cosmetic dentistry in Tacoma
Cosmetic dentistry involves crowns, teeth whitening, veneers, tooth straightening and several other procedures. This should be undertaken by a well-trained dentist, who inspires complete patient confidence. Not all dentists are equally qualified to perform cosmetic procedures although they include it on their list of services here are some important tips on what to look for…
Continue ReadingLet’s talk about different types of sedation dentistry and patient comfort techniques
Did you know that sedation dentistry is just one of the ways to make a trip to your dentist an anxiety-free one? Here, we’ll examine the full range of patient comfort techniques and their effectiveness: Oral sedation: Benzodiazepines, usually in pill or capsule form, are a very effective moderate strength sedative. They give patients a…
Continue ReadingIs sedation dentistry safe?
Although sedation dentistry sounds like a one-size-fits-all to anxiety inducing treatments, it’s important to know that every sedative carries a risk. Fortunately, benzodiazepines used to sedate patients are very safe, non-addictive and reliable. They provide patients with a calm, dream-like experience of their dental treatment that is pain-free and often results in the patient forgetting…
Continue ReadingConscious sedation dentistry means the following procedures are pain-free
If you’re one of the millions of Americans who are anxious at even the thought of visiting your dentist for a check up or dental procedure, conscious sedation dentistry is the ideal solution. This type of dentistry isn’t just about making the procedure itself pain-free – it’s about effectively handling psychological factors in order to…
Continue ReadingCustom fitted mouth protectors from Tacoma dentists
The idea of wearing protective gear when playing sports, cycling or taking part in any other physical activity isn’t a new notion. The case for custom fitted mouth protectors, however, may still be misunderstood. Custom fitted mouth guards are superior to generic store-bought mouth guards. They are made personally for you by your dentist,…
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