There are more ways to exercise than ever before. In Seattle, we have personal trainers, all-purpose gyms, specialty facilities, and recreational sports. At Advanced Cosmetic & Laser Dentistry, we want to remind our patients that many activities pose a risk to dental health in Seattle. When To Use A Mouth Guard You might think that mouth […]
Gum Health in Seattle: If My Gums Bleed, Should I Stop Flossing?
This is a vital question occasionally asked by patients at Advanced Cosmetic & Laser Dentistry. The answer, however, is “No!” Bleeding is probably a sign that you need to clean your teeth and gums more thoroughly—not leave them alone. It is almost impossible to clean effectively between teeth without using floss. If you have never […]
White Teeth in Seattle: Use Five Fingers For Quick And Healthy Flossing
Today’s message is for smart kids who want to make flossing a habit so they can enjoy white teeth in Seattle. Here are 5 flossing steps made so easy you can tick them off one finger at a time thanks to Advanced Cosmetic & Laser Dentistry. Thumbkin: Thumb to Chest Reminder Pointing a thumb to […]
Teeth Whitening in Kirkland: Do Whitestrips Work?
If you have visited the toothpaste aisle at your grocery store, you have probably noticed dozens of products that claim to whiten your teeth. A few years ago, the only over-the-counter tooth whitening options in Seattle were whitening toothpaste and Crest White Strips. Now there is a wide variety of products at every drugstore counter […]
Cosmetic Dentistry in Seattle: Multi-Procedure Dental Visits Save Time And Hassle
If you are planning extensive cosmetic dentistry in Seattle, you may be wondering whether to do it all at once or one procedure at a time over an extended period. Here are some factors to look at: Cost In the long run, it is less costly to do it all at once. At Advanced Cosmetic […]
Gum Disease in Seattle: Smokeless Is Not Harmless Tobacco Chewers
Cigarette sales at most Seattle stores have decreased in the past decade, but some Seattle tobacco consumers have switched to smokeless products. There is a common misconception in the Seattle area, especially among teens and young adults, that smokeless tobacco is harmless. This is absolutely not true. Regardless of the specific type: spit tobacco, snuff, […]