If you have one or more teeth missing, you must be aware of its importance for your dental health and the appearance of your smile. Loss of permanent teeth occurs due to several reasons, ranging from accident to dental problems. Although it is nothing to be ashamed about, it sure can affect you in many […]
Continue ReadingHow Can Cosmetic Dentistry Improve Your Smile?
Our clients ask us all the time: What can you do to improve my smile? Well, a lot of things, actually! With cosmetic dentistry in Kirkland, we can make your smile whiter, straighter, and stronger. In fact, cosmetic dentistry offers both short and long-term benefits to our patients. Here are just a few examples of […]
Continue ReadingWhat’s Better: Dental Implants or Porcelain Veneers?
There are a lot of procedures available to you when you go to the dentist, and among two of the popular procedures are dental implants and porcelain veneers. Dental implants are small metal posts that are driven through the gums and into the jawbone to replace the root of a missing tooth. The part that […]
Continue ReadingTooth Protection Options for Children in Sports
You love watching your son run the bases at his Little League baseball games, or your daughter kicking the ball past the goalie to score a goal in her high school soccer matches. But, like all parents, you worry about your children’s health while they play. This includes their beautiful smiles. What can you do […]
Continue ReadingDental Procedure Options for Missing Teeth
When you were a kid losing a tooth was a cool thing. Each tooth that fell out meant money from the tooth fairy and a happy toothless smile. As an adult losing a tooth is not cool. It can be awkward, and a huge embarrassment. Take heart! There are several techniques dentists can use to […]
Continue ReadingTypes of Dental Implants and Procedures
Dental implants are commonly recommended in cases where people have lost some of their teeth due to an injury or periodontal disease. The reason most people prefer dental implants, rather than living with missing teeth, is because of the embarrassing and often confidence shattering effect it can have. But what exactly are dental implants? What […]
Continue ReadingWhen You Need Emergency Dental Care
A serious problem with your teeth or gums that requires immediate dental care constitutes a dental emergency. Dental emergencies should not be ignored, as they are potentially serious and carry a significant risk of permanent damage. In addition to being excruciating, the cost of treatment can rise significantly if left untreated. That’s why many patients […]
Continue ReadingIs One Floss Better Than Another?
Patients often come to us with questions about how to take better care of their teeth between visits. One of these queries is regarding dental floss. Is one floss better than another? Our Kirkland dentist take a closer look to shed some light on this one. Floss is usually nylon (multifilament) or Polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE) – […]
Continue ReadingWhat Role Does Genetics Play In Tooth Disorders?
Most people don’t like to get cavities and periodontal disease. You can brush, floss and visit your dentist and still end up with tooth decay. Unfortunately for some patients, the cavities may have a link to genetics, according to new reports. Researchers from the University of Pittsburgh School of Dental Medicine have found a link […]
Continue ReadingAt-Home Dental Care: Tools for Success
In addition to visiting your dentist twice a year, you need to have a great oral hygiene routine in place in order to prevent poor oral hygiene. Unfortunately, not many people know that they need more than simply a toothbrush and toothpaste to keep oral diseases at bay. In fact, many of our patients were […]
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