In this post from Advanced Cosmetic Implant and Laser Dentistry in Seattle, we explore some specifics about brushing your teeth. One key to getting the most out of your toothpaste is getting plenty of foam when brushing. Working up a good foam is brought about by pre-wetting the toothbrush, then brushing at a 45 degree […]
Biofilm: The Most Important Film of the Year
Biofilm is quite literally a “film” or layer of biological matter that forms on teeth, in sink pipes, on river rocks, and more. Biofilm is made of many different things. Think of it as concrete, which contains cement as well as a slew of other materials. It’s likely you’ve been aware of biofilm on your […]
Think It’s Not Necessary To Replace Missing Back Teeth?
Sometimes when people lose a back tooth they wonder whether they should bother doing anything about it. After all, the gap doesn’t show when they smile and there are other teeth to do the chewing. Why not leave it be and save some money? Actually, there are several very good reasons to replace a back […]
“Buy-Up” Dental Insurance: A Little Extra Protection
When it comes to dental insurance, it seems like there can be as many (or more) questions as there are answers. Even when you are fortunate enough to have dental insurance, navigating its use can still be very confusing. Many people don’t give their dental insurance a second thought – until the day comes when […]
What Can Advanced Cosmetic Implant & Laser Dentistry Do For You?
Not so long ago, your average dentist focused almost entirely on fixing problems like cavities or gingivitis. Not here! At Advanced Cosmetic Implant & Laser Dentistry in Seattle we stress good dental health, and treating little problems before they get out of hand. A big part of this is seeing our patients for regular cleanings […]
The Tea And Teeth Question
Here’s a riddle from Advanced Cosmetic Implant & Laser Dentistry in Seattle: What do you call a dentist who doesn’t like tea? Why, Denis, of course. Lame jokes aside, a common concern for patients is stained teeth. In this blog post, we’ll talk about a common cause of tooth staining: dark beverages, including tea. Over […]