While inadequate oral hygiene is the most frequent cause of halitosis, many factors can contribute to or worsen the condition. One of these is the lack of saliva or xerostomia. Saliva and Oral Health Saliva moistens the teeth and gums and removes odiferous dead cells. Saliva also neutralizes the ever-present acids on the tongue, gums, […]
Your Perfect Smile Is Only A Few Dental Visits Away
What does it take to really change the way you look? Hours upon hours at the gym? Expensive trips to the most cutting-edge salon in the Boise area? What about a routine trip to your dentist? You may not love going to the dentist, but you will love the results when they help you find […]
The Rate of Bone Loss After Extraction Can Be Slowed or Stopped With an Implant
The alveolar bone The bone surrounding the teeth is called alveolar bone. Its main job is to support the teeth and provide a heavy-duty foundation for tooth roots. Normal mouth function maintains bone health. As you chew, it stimulates bone cells to consistently produce new bone. What can cause alveolar bone loss? Extraction When a […]
What Can Dental Veneers Do For Your Smile?
Hello, and welcome to our Blaisdell Family Dentistry cosmetic dentistry blog. Today we are taking the time to answer a common question that many dental patients have. The question is, “What exactly are veneers and how are they used in cosmetic dentistry?” Veneers are thin shells made from durable, translucent porcelain or composite resin. They […]
Smile Transformations At Blaisdell Family Dentistry
Hello friends of Blaisdell Family Dentistry! Today’s article is for individuals who aren’t happy with their smile. Don’t Like Your Teeth? Common problems for patients include yellow teeth, misaligned teeth, too much or too little gum tissue, missing teeth, or weakened teeth. Few people have naturally impeccable smiles, but those that practice proper oral care […]
What Is A Canted Midline?
Drs. Lynn R. Blaisdell considers many factors when designing a smile for any smile makeover patient. One of the smile design elements involved is the facial midline. The proficient cosmetic dentist considers the length and angle of the facial midline to accurately position porcelain crowns, veneers, and dental implants. When front teeth restorations do not […]