Causes and consequences of poor dental health and how you can brush up on your own Most of us struggle with at least one area of our dental care. It could be that flossing is the one dreaded task, or maybe you haven’t been wearing the night guard recommended often enough. All of us should […]
Advanced Cosmetic Implant & Laser Dentistry In Seattle Is Accepting New Patients
Hello, I am dentist Brian McKay. Whether you are one of our patients or a blogosphere visitor, welcome to my dental blog. My dental practice is called Advanced Cosmetic Implant & Laser Dentistry and is located at 600 Broadway Ste 600 in Seattle, WA. I have been practicing dentistry since 1997. Since opening my dental […]
4 Reasons To Make Sure Your Child Sees A Dentist
Did you know that The American Dental Association recommends that a child’s first visit to a dentist should occur around twelve months of age? For many parents in the Bellevue, Kirkland, and Redmond areas, this may come as a surprise. Today in the Advanced Cosmetic Implant & Laser Dentistry post, we are going to review […]
Do You Smooch Your Pooch?
We’ve all heard the expression that a dog is a (hu)man’s best friend, and dog lovers wouldn’t disagree. There’s also a common misconception that “a dog’s mouth is cleaner than a human’s mouth”. As it turns out, that’s not true at all, and there are many reasons you should never let your dog kiss you […]
Dry Mouth: Nothing to Spit At
Can you imagine a 2-liter bottle of your favorite soda? Now imagine that same bottle filled with spit. That’s approximately how much saliva the average adult produces in their mouth every day! It may be gross, but it’s definitely important. Saliva is a normal body fluid that’s crucial for oral health and overall wellness. If […]
What Does Your Saliva Reveal?
Saliva is an important part of good oral health. Without an adequate flow, you’d find it very difficult to chew and swallow. If you have a problem with dry mouth, let us know at Advanced Cosmetic Implant & Laser Dentistry in Seattle. Saliva is produced by several glands in and around the mouth, and it […]