Those twice-yearly dental checkups and cleanings we all should get may seem inconvenient and unnecessary sometimes. But your friends at Advanced Cosmetic Implant & Laser Dentistry in Seattle remind you: there is a link between your dental health and your heart health. A recent study, for example, showed that people who have their teeth professionally […]
Water Flosser: A Good Idea in Seattle Dental Hygiene
This post discusses the water flosser, also known as an interdental cleaner, interdental irrigator, or water jet. They are an excellent tool for the dental hygiene of our Seattle patients. The first water-shooting device for cleaning between teeth was created in the early 1960’s. The gadget is now known by the brand name Waterpik, though […]
Best Reasons To Visit Your Dentist: General Dentistry in Seattle
We’ve all know the saying: take care of your teeth, and your teeth will take care of you. Well, it’s true! And with general dentistry at Advanced Cosmetic Implant and Laser in Seattle, we’ll give your smile the attention it deserves. Most experts agree that you should see the dentist at least twice a year. […]
Unexpected Stress? Don’t Forget Your Smile
When you suddenly have to juggle extra balls, some are bound to get dropped. Perhaps you are going through a divorce or became the caregiver for an ailing parent. Perhaps you took on a second job or started night school to earn an advanced degree. Not every stressor is negative. A new baby, marriage, career, […]
Hiccups In Your Dental Routine
The most common times people stop to brush their teeth are morning and night – either before or after breakfast, after dinner, or at bedtime. Common concerns that come with this routine involve hiccups in the schedule, from family life, shift work or exhaustion. Sometimes after dinner isn’t super cut and dried. Many Seattle families […]
Treatment For Stress-Induced Jaw Pain
Everyday troubles cause some people to respond by clenching their jaw or grinding their teeth. Daily commuting, work problems, or an overpacked schedule are some frequent culprits. Teeth grinding and jaw clenching can trigger or aggravate a painful condition called TMD, or “Temporomandibular Joint Disorder.” TMD is often mistakenly called “TMJ,” the acronym for temporomandibular joint. […]