Eating sweets and maintaining healthy teeth can be a tricky balance. While it’s always tempting to indulge in sugary treats in our Seattle area, too much sugar can lead to tooth decay and other oral health problems. With a few simple strategies, you can enjoy your favorite WA treats and still maintain healthy […]
Suspect a Bite Problem?
Hello! I’m Dan McKay, DDS, of Advanced Cosmetic & Implant Dentistry in Seattle. Thanks for visiting my dental blog. The topic of today’s post is malocclusion–literally–”bad bite.” Malocclusion Affects Many People Edward Angle, a pioneer in modern orthodontics invented the term malocclusion. Malocclusion is fairly common in the population as a whole but, fortunately, in […]
Get Your Teeth In Shape, Seattle!
These days Seattle residents are more conscious of their health than ever. Many of us are trying to stay active, eat a balanced diet, and better manage stress. When you feel healthy, attractive, and happy, you smile more often. You want your smile to compliment and enhance your physical and mental condition. Here at Advanced […]
Making The Cost Of Dental Treatment Palatable At Advanced Cosmetic & Implant Dentistry
A healthy smile is priceless and superior dental care is a worthwhile investment in your quality of life. But the cost for treatment and precision restorations can sometimes be prohibitive. Knowing what to expect price-wise can make your dental visit more palatable. Obviously, the cost of some procedures such as crowns versus fillings are dependent […]
The Ultimate Anti-Aging Treatment
Wishing for a whiter smile but not sure how to get it? New to tooth whitening lingo? At Advanced Cosmetic & Implant Dentistry, we educate patients on the variety of teeth whitening procedures; from whitening trays to teeth bleaching to opalescence whitening. We do smile whitening every day. Toothpaste Can’t Erase All Stains Almost every […]
Be Wise About Your Wisdom Teeth
Today’s post discusses the often misunderstood subject of wisdom teeth. The Third Molars Wisdom teeth are sometimes called the third molars because they are even farther back in the mouth than the two sets of regular molars we all have. These four teeth usually erupt when a person is eighteen or nineteen. Many dentists recommend […]