The COVID pandemic has increased public awareness of the danger of viruses and the importance of a well-functioning immune system. Our Immune System Protects Against Serious Illness The variation in the seriousness of COVID-19 illness is due, in part, to the strength of natural biological defenses. Of course, you may be wondering why we’re talking…
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Happy Teeth Don’t Just Happen
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.…
Do I Need A Dental Cleaning If I Brush And Floss At Home?
Today’s post focuses on professional dental cleanings. You might wonder if you need a professional dental cleaning if you already practice dental hygiene daily at home. The answer is that both processes are vital because they work in tandem to maintain oral health. Dr. Lynn R. Blaisdell encourages patients to practice preventative dentistry by: Brushing…
The 411 on TMJ
Do you have unexplained pain or clicking sounds in your jaw? They can be the result of a serious jaw condition. Some conditions with the jaw and the muscles that control it are known as temporomandibular disorders (TMD). But it’s also typically called TMJ, because that’s the acronym for the name of the joint. Technically,…
What’s the Best Way to Fix Teeth that Overlap?
Plenty of men and women have teeth that overlap. What causes overlapping teeth? Overlapping teeth are usually caused by genetics or habits as a child such as thumbsucking. They can also be caused by the mouth being too small to fit all the teeth appropriately or having different sized upper and lower jaws. Injury to…
Want To Keep Your Enamel Healthy? Avoid Doing These 11 Things
1. Chewing on hard foods We’re looking at you Unpopped popcorn kernels and hard or stale bread. 2. Chewing on hard possessions This includes fingernails, pencils, pen caps, and ice. 3. Grinding your teeth If you grind your teeth, counsel your dentist. An appliance can shield your smile. 4. Eating too much sticky food Gummy…
You Can’t Afford Cheap Dental Work
Have you ever gotten a killer deal on a used car that turned out to be a lemon? After a couple of years of nonstop repairs, you realized that it ended up costing as much as a new automobile would have. And after spending all that money, you still have a clunker. The same is…
Dental Implants Are Truly Life-Changing
After years of use, how is your smile? Does it convey your inner confidence? Are you proud of it? When someone whips out their phone to take a picture, do you flash a wide smile showing your teeth? There could be a number of issues that could affect your smile, such as tooth decay, gum…
Not All Smile Makeovers Are Created Equal
Hello Boise! Welcome to the Blaisdell Family Dentistry dental blog. Let’s talk about smile makeovers. Some Boise patients wonder if the term is synonymous with general cosmetic dentistry. Are the placement of four veneers considered a smile makeover? Well, yes and no. If your smile is attractive and healthy except for some chips in your…
Pregnancy And Oral Health
In today’s Blaisdell Family Dentistry blog we will discuss how pregnancy impacts your dental health. I am Drs. Lynn R. Blaisdell and I want all expectant Idaho mothers to realize the importance of good oral hygiene during pregnancy. Because of the changes going on in a pregnant woman’s body, there are potential dental health issues…
