If you are dreading some upcoming dental treatment, you may want to consider oral conscious sedation. First off, oral conscious sedation or sleep dentistry is perfectly safe. At Advanced Cosmetic & Laser Dentistry, we have been providing sedation since 1997. We offer different levels of sedation and a choice of medication including oral analgesics, nitrous […]
Danger Zone! 5 Signs Of Gum Disease For Kirkland
Here is some critical news for Seattle residents: periodontal disease, or gum disease, is a major cause of tooth loss among adults. Fortunately, this problem is easy to treat if it is caught in the early stages. So, what warning signs should people be looking for? 1. Gums that bleed very easily 2. Gums that […]
Super Smiles For Life
Your child should be naturally proud of his or her smile. It expresses joy, laughter, and fun! To make sure your child has a healthy and attractive smile, start early. Really early. Dr. Brian McKay recommends that you bring your child in for their first dental visit soon after their first birthday. An early check is […]
Relax. It’s Not The End Of The World.
Today’s Advanced Cosmetic & Laser Dentistry post addresses one of the most feared dental procedures: the infamous root canal. If you are told that you need a root canal, don’t panic. Your dentist recommends this procedure when it is better for your tooth than the alternatives. A successful root canal (or endodontic treatment in dental-speak) […]
Tooth Whitening: In-Office Or At Home?
If you are planning to whiten your teeth, the critical first step is to pick a whitening method. It may seem like there are a multitude of options, but it’s important to remember that they all employ a peroxide-based whitening solution. The difference lies in the strength of the bleaching solution and method of delivery. […]
Seattle Dental News: Poor Oral Health And Heart Disease
Attention Seattle dental patients: brushing twice daily may help lower your risk of heart disease. WA scientists, dentists, and cardiologists have known for many years that there is a link between inflammation in the mouth (gum disease) and heart problems, However, a recent study analyzed oral health habits and heart disease risk. Science Daily reported […]