Braces can make your normal tooth care routine difficult. Wire braces offer food and bacteria more places to hide from your brushing, making brushing and flossing all the more essential. Your orthodontist should provide you with a special flosser to use around your braces if you need it. You may also want to schedule more […]
Do you have a child who habitually breathes through his or her mouth? This is fairly common. About half of all children under the age of eight do some degree of mouth-breathing. If he or she hasn’t grown out of the habit by the age of eight, though, it might be wise to bring this […]
Our Lynnwood dental center wants your little ones to get a good start on their teeth, and there are few greater threats to an infant’s oral health than bottle mouth. The good news is that it’s an easy enough condition to avoid, if you’re aware of it, so simply follow these easy guidelines and you’ll […]
There is a recent trend among the naturopath community that is being called “oil pulling”. Under this practice, tooth brushing is done away with in favor of vigorously swishing natural oil for twenty minutes, twice a day. This is supposed to clean your teeth, reduce inflammation, and give you all sorts of other benefits. But […]
Tonsillitis, or an inflammation of the tonsils, generally represents a viral or bacterial infection in your tonsils. It can be a condition that requires medical attention, so our Lynnwood dental clinic advises that you be on the lookout for the following warning signs: A pain or tenderness in your throat. A coating of white or […]
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 […]
