There are two words related to oral health that you should think of as the dangerous duo plaque and tarter. Together, they work to wreak havoc in your mouth, causing gum disease, tooth decay, and teeth stains. They can be defeated by the superheroes of oral health your toothbrush and floss – but if you…
The holidays are usually jam-packed with activities and sweet treats. You often skip your regular oral health care habits because of hectic days and event-filled nights. With that in mind, we have five tips to help your smile cope with the holidays. Embrace Sweet Treats In Moderation Candy and sweets are everywhere during the…
“Gentle and Compassionate Care Is Important to Me” Personal Care Dentistry is happy to welcome Dr. Craig Bremseth to our team. Dr. Bremseth has three decades of experience helping patients with their oral health care needs. Known by his patients and staff as “Dr. B.”, he is a 1991 graduate of the University of Minnesota…
7 Reasons for Healthier Chewing This Holiday The more time you give yourself to chew and relax this Thanksgiving, the more your stomach will gracefully expand and allow you to comfortably continue to enjoy your holiday meal without over eating. If you eat that same meal fast, it will hit like a rock and you…
Your Oral Health Speaks Volumes About Your Body Your mouth performs a range of important daily activities including eating, drinking, talking and smiling. But did you know that your mouth can also provide clues to other diseases? Dentists can act as disease detectives by simply examining your mouth, head, and neck for signs and symptoms…
Learn the 8 most common excuses and what you can do to solve each one Do you floss? Or, like many people, do you always seem to find a reason not to? A national survey found that only 41% of Americans floss daily, and 20% never floss. That’s most unfortunate, because flossing is even more…
If you lose or crack a tooth, do you know what to do to increase your chances of saving the tooth? We have some useful tips to help your odds of success. Tooth Knocked Out? If one (or more) of your teeth are knocked out, follow these five tips to help you cope with the…
If tooth decay and gum disease are two oral health problems you want your family to avoid this year, then we have 8 great tips to help your family have a healthy year for their teeth and gums. Remember, most gum disease and tooth decay is preventable if you practice good oral hygiene habits. Make…
Americans love chewing gum. In fact, the average American chews more than 1.8 pounds of gum a year. But is all that chewing gum wrecking the oral health of millions of Americans, leaving them to deal with a lifetime of cavities and problems with their teeth? The answer is yes, if that gum is full…
Here are nine tips for baby bottle usage to help you keep your little one free of cavities.