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Are Dental Implants Right for You?   The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says that 52% of people between the ages of 20 and 64 are missing one or more of their teeth. Of those aged 40 to 64, 66% of them are missing at least one tooth. Additionally, around 20% of people over […]

When it comes to setting the tone for patient-first restorative dentistry, digital scanning is the best way forward. Not only is it a faster, easier process with more accurate results, it drastically reduces intra-oral discomfort. Intra-oral scanners use the latest digital technology to swiftly scan the patient’s upper and lower arches, in fast, more comfortable […]

As we enter March, we realize it was just 12 months ago that we had to follow our Governor’s orders and close down the practice for nearly 2.5 months. Granted we were still allowed to come into the office to treat dental emergencies, but a handful of patient’s a week compared to what we normally […]

There is no question dental implants are one of the leading treatment options for missing teeth. Whether you lost a tooth from trauma or tooth decay, the experience can be traumatizing. There are changes cosmetically, but also tooth loss can affect surrounding areas of mouth like your gums and bone quality. Dental implants in Puyallup […]

It’s safe to say dentistry has come a long way since early attempts at oral care. Many of the treatment options we have today are not only more effective than they were in the past — they’re also a great deal less painful due to anesthetics and pain medications. One of the standout accomplishments for […]

Is restless sleep affecting your health?There is a direct connection between health and quality of sleep.A study conducted by the University of Chicago School of Medicine discovered a link between low quality sleep and type 2 diabetes.“Insufficient sleep–a highly prevalent condition in modern society–may disrupt fat metabolism and reduce the ability of insulin to regulate […]

November is National Sleep Comfort month, and it’s a good time as ever to reevaluate our sleep patterns as we head into the holiday season. For some people, no matter how many healthy sleep habits they practice, they still experience poor quality sleep and wake up tired. If you’re still having trouble sleeping after implementing […]

We already know that it is especially important to keep your teeth clean.   Using the right toothpaste will make the job easier. Which toothpaste is best for the job?  Below are some tips on choosing a toothpaste. Controlling Plaque and Tartar Controlling both plaque and also tartar is essential for any patient.  Bacteria in […]

Five Reasons Why Fluoride in Water is Good for Communities 1.  Prevents tooth decay. Fluoride in water is the most efficient way to prevent one of the most common childhood diseases – tooth decay. An estimated 51 million school hours and 164 million work hours are lost each year due to dental-related illness. Community water […]

Being a responsible parent involves taking care of your child’s mental and physical health on a regular basis. Children tend to fall prey to germs and bacteria more and hence develop diseases, infections or cavities too. While it is more obvious to take care of their health needs, as a parent, we might not give […]