Keeping your teeth clean is a critical factor in maintaining a beautiful smile. One of the merits of visiting your dentist typically is receiving a thorough teeth cleaning and a review of your brushing behaviors. Your Partner in Oral Health Our dental hygienist can professionally clean and polish your teeth at your twice-yearly dental check-up.…
Cosmetic Dentistry
Sparkling Smiles At Blaisdell Family Dentistry
Welcome to the Blaisdell Family Dentistry dental blog, Boise! I am Drs. Lynn R. Blaisdell. Today’s post focuses on teeth whitening. Unfortunately our teeth lose their luster as we grow older, but I see staining on young patients, as well. Boise area residents of all ages want whiter teeth. To protect from staining, it is…
Soft, Medium, Or Buzz Lightyear?
At Blaisdell Family Dentistry, Drs. Lynn R. Blaisdell is often asked how to choose the most basic tool of oral hygiene, the toothbrush. Picking a toothbrush can be as hard as choosing a paint color, and there seems to be just as many choices. If you have visited the dental section of your local grocery…
Does Your Dentist Conjure Up Cavities?
Cavities can be filled, but it is better to prevent cavities in the first place. If your dentist seems to conjure up cavities at every visit, then it’s up to you to break the cycle. But we are here to help you. Let’s work together. How can you lift the cavity curse? Schedule a preventative…
Does Your Smile Make a Great First Impression?
In a Match.com survey, over 5,000 single men and women were asked what they found most attractive in a potential dating partner. 60% of men and 71% of women said straight, white teeth and an attractive smile was the most important feature. and… Research by the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry (AACD), found that a…
A Fast Way To Brighten Your Smile
Teeth bleaching is a fast smile brightener Teeth whitening is one of the easiest ways to improve your smile. It is quick, cost-effective, and non-invasive. Though some cosmetic dentistry patients experience short-term sensitivity, most experience no tooth whitening pain at all. If you have looked into teeth whitening systems, you probably already know the fundamentals.…
Dental Care For ICU Patients Lowers Infection Risk
Hi, I’m Drs. Lynn R. Blaisdell of Blaisdell Family Dentistry. Today’s post focuses on an article that appeared recently on ScienceDaily.com. The article describes a study of Brazilian ICU patients that compared infection rates of those who received enhanced oral care instead of routine oral care. The patients who received the more intense dental care…
4 Smile Boosters
Hi, my name is Drs. Lynn R. Blaisdell. My dental practice, Blaisdell Family Dentistry, has been serving the Boise, Idaho area since 1981. Today in my Boise dental blog, I would like to highlight four ways you can improve your smile. 1. Teeth Whitening is quick and non-invasive. External tooth whitening occurs when teeth whitening…
Smile Necessities And Possibilities
With cosmetic dentistry, Blaisdell Family Dentistry creates sensational smiles for patients. A smile redesign doesn’t just make your smile more attractive. It also builds self-confidence. You will be more comfortable in your professional and personal interactions. Let’s Talk Not happy with your smile? Schedule a consultation with Drs. Blaisdell. We’ll discuss what is necessary, what is…
Five Fast Ways to Improve Your Smile
Do you have a special event coming up? Perhaps a wedding, graduation, milestone birthday, anniversary, or reunion? These celebrations usually involve a lot of photographs and, of course, you want to look nice. You may not have time to lose 20 pounds, but you can significantly beautify your smile with cosmetic dentistry. Here are five…
