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) – […]
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Is 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) – […]
Everything You Need To Know About Charcot-Marie-Tooth Disease
Do you have Charcot-Marie-Tooth Disease? The disease afflicts one in 2,500 people in the United States or 2.6 million people worldwide. It is an inherited neurological disorder. It was identified in 1886 in Paris by Jean-Martin Charcot and Pierre Marie, and in Cambridge, England, by Howard Henry Tooth. Also known as hereditary motor and sensory […]
What 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 […]
Don’t Be Scared: the 411 on Commonly Used Tools Used in Our Office
Patients of all ages come to their biannual dental checkups with a bit of fear in their eyes. After all, a lot of the tools we use are not something you’d see every day outside of your Kirkland dentist’s office. While some patients simply wonder about the purpose of the tools, others are just plain […]
At-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 […]
3 Ways to Prepare Your Child For Their First Dental Visit
Going to the dentist for the first time can be intimidating for anyone, let alone a child. Adults are used to the process by now, but you have to admit that the idea of what happens when you go to the dentist can sound pretty scary, especially if you’re young and you’ve never actually gone […]
What Exactly Is a Cavity?
So, we brush and floss twice a day (or know that we should, at the very least). We do so because our dentists tell us that if we don’t, we’ll get cavities. This is an especially big problem for children. But what is a cavity, anyway? Let’s discuss the ins and outs of cavities, including […]
Teaching Children How to Take Care of Their Teeth
February is designated as National Children’s Dental Health Month by the ADA. Throughout this month, dental health professionals try to focus on educating young patients and their caregivers on oral health. Pregnant women will also receive guidance on how to take care of their oral hygiene, as their habits will undoubtedly affect their children’s oral […]
The Pros and Cons of Electric Toothbrushes
Your toothbrush is an important tool in helping guard against plaque and cavities. Without a good toothbrush, your risk poor dental hygiene and consequently this can affect your overall health. In fact, there are numerous studies linking bad oral care to heart disease, diabetes, and respiratory conditions. So, now’s the time to make your toothbrush […]
How Does Pregnancy Affect Oral Health?
There are a lot of myths floating around about how pregnancy can affect your oral health, and it is important for you to separate fact from fiction. One widespread myth about oral health during pregnancy is that the fetus absorbs calcium from your teeth while in the womb. This is simply not true. If the […]
