There are so many things to be concerned about when you find out you’re expecting. Eating right, taking enough vitamins, getting enough rest, telling your husband there is absolutely no way you are naming your firstborn son Bud Light… but what about your teeth? There’s an old saying—“you lose a tooth for every baby”—but those […]
Does My Dentist Care About My Diet?
The typical American diet tends to be high in calories and low in nutrition. If your body is lacking in important nutrients, the tissues in the mouth may have trouble resisting infection. These infections can lead to gum disease. We’ll use this post from Advanced Cosmetic Implant & Laser Dentistry in Seattle to explain. A […]
Persistent Dry Mouth?
Dry mouth is a condition in which your salivary glands don’t produce enough saliva, leaving you with a persistent dry feeling in your mouth. If you experience this, be sure to tell us at Advanced Cosmetic Implant & Laser Dentistry in Seattle. The medical term for dry mouth is xerostomia, which is pronounced zero-STOE-me-uh. It’s […]
Tongue Talk – To Scrape or Not to Scrape?
For such a seemingly small part of your body, the tongue plays a major role in many everyday functions, such as talking, helping you digest and taste food, and swallowing. In fact, the appearance of your tongue may speak volumes (pun slightly intended) about the state of your oral and overall health. Today, Seattle dentist, […]
Periodontal Disease Is Linked To Systemic Diseases
Gum disease is a leading cause of tooth loss among adults. Nearly half of Americans over the age of thirty have gum disease in some form. Fortunately, it’s a treatable condition at Advanced Cosmetic Implant and Laser Dentistry in Seattle. What is gum disease? Gum disease is inflammation and infection of the soft tissue that […]
Healthy Living Starts With A Smile
What comes to mind when you think of healthy living? A dinner plate with a grilled chicken breast and a tossed salad? A cholesterol test that shows your arteries are looking good? If you pictured a white, healthy smile free of cavities, Advanced Cosmetic Implant & Laser Dentistry in Seattle salutes you. Essential Dental Health […]