Sometimes people who lose a molar wonder whether it’s worth replacing it. After all, it doesn’t show when you smile and there are other teeth to take over the chewing. Why not leave it as is, and save some money? Actually, there are some very good reasons to replace a back tooth with a dental…
Dental Health
If My Gums Bleed, Should I Stop Flossing?
If your gums bleed when you floss your teeth, should you drop flossing from your dental health routine? We’re asked about this from time to time at Blaisdell Family Dentistry in Boise. Our answer is short and sweet: “No!” Bleeding is probably a sign that you need to clean your teeth and gums more thoroughly—not…
Think Before You Pierce
If you are considering puncturing your lip or tongue, this message from Blaisdell Family Dentistry in Boise is for you. Please consider the following: Infection Your mouth is full of bacteria. Any opening in the tissue carries the risk of infection. The germs from your tongue and mouth can easily get into your bloodstream. Dentists…
Getting Ready For A Dental Implant?
This post from Blaisdell Family Dentistry in Boise focuses on the preparation needed for a dental implant. What is a dental implant? A dental implant is a permanent post inserted into the jawbone with attached abutment and artificial tooth. An implant can also support a dental bridge or denture. Who can benefit from dental implants?…
Is The Humble Toothbrush Obsolete?
Are manual toothbrushes obsolete? Would you believe people have been asking that question for more than fifty years? At Blaisdell Family Dentistry in Boise, we assure you that the answer is no – an old school manual toothbrush is one of your best friends, when it comes to maintaining your dental health. “Wait a minute,”…
Get On Top Of Your To-Do List by Calling Blaisdell Family Dentistry
Is it time to get your life back in order? Maybe you’ve let certain things slide: things like refilling a prescription, changing your furnace filter, getting your oil changed – or making a dental appointment with Blaisdell Family Dentistry in Boise. If you’ve been pushing dental work onto the back burner, maybe it’s time to…
Hiccups In Your Dental Routine
The most common times people brush their teeth are morning and night, either before or after breakfast, after dinner, or at bedtime. But sometimes hiccups in the schedule can knock you off a well-established routine. At Blaisdell Family Dentistry in Boise, we have some thoughts on that. Sometimes after dinner isn’t super cut and dried.…
Why Sports Drinks Put Teeth At Risk
Many health-conscious people depend on sports drinks for hydration, but the team at Blaisdell Family Dentistry in Boise has a word of caution for you. While they help maintain electrolyte levels in the body, the acidity of sports drinks can erode tooth enamel. When that happens, those pearly whites are more susceptible to staining, discoloration,…
Your Smile Doesn’t Have To Show Your Age
As we grow older we experience many physical changes, from wrinkles to gray hair to aches and pains that come out of nowhere. Fortunately, your smile can remains attractive and healthy with a little help from cosmetic and restorative dentistry at Blaisdell Family Dentistry in Boise. Even if your teeth are showing visible signs of…
Helping Teeth Survive Adolescence
If you are the parent of a teenage, you may already have some concerns about your child’s well-being. As they progress toward independence, some make questionable choices. The team at Blaisdell Family Dentistry in Boise can help with their dental health. You may know of teens that skip meals, or eat ramen noodles for lunch…
