Your bathroom is not the most sanitary place. All the same, though, it’s probably the place where you keep your toothbrush. In order to minimize the amount of bacteria and other unhealthy substances on your brush, try taking the following storage tips from your Lynnwood Dentistry: Store your brush upright, like in a cup or […]
Though there are many store-bought options available to whiten your teeth, it’s hard to beat a dentist-assisted whitening procedure at our Lynnwood Dentistry. Here’s why you should consider in-office whitening over an over-the-counter method: Quicker Results: While many store-bought products require weeks of application to show any results, one quick appointment with a dentist can […]
Prevention is Key Why is it important for you and your family to visit our Lynnwood dentistry clinic every year? Many people neglect their regular dental appointments because they think that their mouths feel fine and their teeth look great. However, there is more to a dental visit than giving yourself a cleaning. When you […]
Brushing Your Teeth When you get your routine check-up at our Lynnwood Dentistry, do you find that you’re developing plaque in the same places over and over again? Maybe you’ve even tried to pay more attention to brushing thoroughly, and you still experience the same plaque growth. If this is the case, the answer to […]
If you get a cavity, you want to get it fixed by our Lynnwood dentistry clinic as soon as possible. Otherwise, you are at risk of developing a debilitating infection that will cause you a lot of pain and grief. This infection is known as a dental abscess. Cavities and Dental Abscess The cause of […]
Teeth Gap Different people have different mouths. Some people’s teeth are very close together, while others have sizeable gaps between their teeth. Occasionally, people will come to our Lynnwood dentistry clinic with concerns about the size of the gaps between their teeth: what is too wide, or what is too narrow? The good news is […]
Wisdom Teeth Wisdom teeth are frequently the last teeth to erupt in your mouth, generally appearing as you enter adulthood. Our Lynnwood dental clinic offers wisdom tooth extractions, which are common and simple procedures that many adults have to go through. However, the idea that wisdom teeth must necessarily be removed is a common misconception. […]
Pregnancy Gingivitis Having inflamed gums during pregnancy, called pregnancy gingivitis. Some women get swollen and sore gums, which may bleed, during pregnancy. Hormonal changes during pregnancy can make gums more vulnerable to plaque, leading to inflammation and bleeding. The hormone progesterone can cause an increased response to plaque bacteria which can lead to gingivitis. Having […]
