Is your tongue taking on the appearance of being covered in black or similarly-colored hair? This is a condition known simply as black hairy tongue, a painless yet detrimental development that our Lynnwood dentistry clinic can help you with. Black hairy tongue happens when the papillae on your tongue lengthen. This not only creates a […]
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Our Lynnwood dentistry clinic has discussed the importance of dental care for pregnant woman in the past. Indeed, pregnancy leaves you particularly vulnerable to tooth and gum problems. However, the story does not end there. The fact is that, if you fail to maintain good dental health during your pregnancy, it may have unfortunate effects […]
Nobody ever wants to get braces after they’ve reached adulthood. Aside from the discomfort and expense that we associate with the treatment, there’s a certain degree of embarrassment that goes along with wearing braces at a certain age. However, our Lynnwood dentistry clinic wants to remind you of the many advantages of braces, and the […]
Do you like to swim? Swimming is one of the best ways to get your exercise, and a great way to keep cool in the hot summer months. However, our Lynnwood dentistry clinic advises that your chlorinated pool water may not always be good for your oral health. In a study, 15% of people who […]
Some patients will come to our Lynnwood dentistry clinic with concerns about unusual bumps or discolorations in their mouths. One of these is known as a mucocele. These typically manifest as a small, round bump, between two and ten millimeters in diameter, either pearly white or light bluish in color. They may appear anywhere on […]
Thrush is a fungal condition caused by the candida fungus. It can afflict people of any age, though it is most common as an infection of the mouth in infants and toddlers. You can help to protect yourself and your little one from this painful condition by taking the following advice from your Lynnwood dental […]
Some people like to use baking soda as an alternative to toothpaste. Indeed, some toothpastes even advertise that they contain baking soda, so what could the harm be? If you’re wondering whether or not baking soda actually can serve as a viable substitute for your regular toothpaste, our Lynnwood dental clinic has the answer. In […]
Are you looking to bring out the best in your smile? Our Lynnwood Dentistry offers many options for making your teeth their whitest, but sometimes you need a quicker fix. Fortunately, even if your teeth have lost a bit of their luster and you don’t have the time to give them a good whitening, you […]
