Dentures have been a dentistry solution for centurys. We’ve heard stories of George Washington’s wooden teeth, and have seen media images of teeth floating in cups of water. But modern dentistry has evolved significantly, even over the past ten to twenty years, in regards to dentures. And what may have once seemed like a last-choice …
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Whether you are sipping on a drink to quench your thirst, satiate your hunger or liven up a night out, the choices you make about what you put into your body can have a big impact on your teeth. Drinking a glass of red wine or sugary soda, enjoyed sparingly, will unlikely change your dental …
Our oral health is a direct contributor to our overall health, whether we are young or old. As we age, our dental needs change. For older adults, medications and chronic diseases can have a large impact on our overall dental health, causing issues such as teeth decay or gum disease. It is just as important …
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What is Gingivitis: Gingivitis is inflammation of the gums, otherwise known as gingiva. It is a non-destructive type of periodontal disease in its basic form. Gingivitis occurs when food and plaque gets trapped between the gum line and the teeth, in an area called the sulcus. The leading indicator of this disease is gum bleeding …
Investing in Patient Experience with Digital Dentistry We know that there are many dentists to choose from in the Vancouver, WA area, and we have been proud that so many of our patients regularly choose our team to care for their dental health. One of the reasons our patients have chosen to trust Dr. Bowyer …
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Managing Pain from Invisalign Braces Braces are an incredibly common orthodontic procedure, with an estimated 4.5 million Americans currently wearing braces according to the American Association of Orthodontics. 4 out of 5 of those patients wearing braces are adolescents, which is typically the recommended age for correcting teeth alignment. However, with the rising cost of …
