Anderson Family Dental Blog

It’s an unfortunate fact that many people do not include flossing their teeth as part of their daily routine. They might believe that brushing is enough to keep their mouth healthy, or perhaps they think they don’t have the time to floss — but in reality, flossing is vital if you want a beautiful, healthy smile. Your dentist is here to discuss why you should never let a day go by without flossing.

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Most dental problems develop over time; they may be the result of poor oral hygiene habits, genetic issues, or system medical conditions. However, tooth trouble sometimes occurs suddenly and unexpectedly. When such issues spring up out of the blue, what should you do to relieve your pain and save your smile from further damage? Here is some useful advice on how to handle a dental emergency.

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No matter how hard you try, you always hear the same bad news from your dentist: you have another cavity! It’s frustrating because you brush your teeth when you’re supposed to (twice a day), floss, and even have cavity protection toothpaste! Why do these pesky cavities keep showing up during your preventive care visits?

The truth is that you might be more prone to developing cavities than other people. That’s right…sometimes there are other things about your body or smile that can actually cause you to have cavities no matter how great you care for your smile. This is where professional care from your local dentist can help. Continue reading to learn more. (more…)

Replacing your missing teeth takes a lot of research—and learning about all your restorative options can be confusing! But one thing stands: dental implants are the longest lasting, most natural feeling solution on the dental market. If you’re interested, you need to figure out which kind of dental implant is right for you! Learn more about two types of dental implants in this week’s blog post.

If you’ve ever had missing teeth, you have probably heard about how much dental implants can make a difference in your overall quality of life. Not only do you have a functional smile again, but your confidence increases with better aesthetics and the ability to chew and speak as normal.

However, just because your smile has been restored doesn’t mean that you’ll never have dental concerns in the future. In fact, there are a few different reasons why your dentist may recommend that you have your implants restored. Learn more about implant restoration in this week’s blog post!

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You visit your dentist every 6 months—or at least you should be—and every time, you’re intimidated by the gleaming tools that are laid out right next to your dental chair. You can’t help but to wonder, “What are those?!”

Although they might not look like the most forgiving tools to go in your mouth, your hygienist uses them to meticulously clean your teeth during your visits. Learn more about the different types of dental tools that your dentist uses in this week’s blog post.

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One thing that can ruin any day is a toothache—especially one that just won’t quit! If you have a toothache, you should start seeking assistance from your local dentist. But first, your dentist (as well as you) should know the cause of the toothache! Find out the top 10 reasons why your tooth may have started to ache in this week’s blog post.

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You have a busy schedule, so it can be difficult to fit in a dental visit. That’s understandable—but you should still never miss out on your necessary dental care. In fact, your dentist has 6 legitimate reasons why missing out on your scheduled semiannual visits is a bad idea in this week’s blog post.

You have a busy schedule, so it can be difficult to fit in a dental visit. That’s understandable—but you should still never miss out on your necessary dental care. In fact, your dentist has 6 legitimate reasons why missing out on your scheduled semiannual visits is a bad idea in this week’s blog post.

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Choosing a dentist is actually harder than many people may anticipate. When you search for a family dentist in the Google search engine, you might retrieve hundreds of results. That’s not easy nor fun to sift through.

That’s why our practice put together this easy to follow guide to finding your perfect local dentist!

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