If you tense up just thinking about going to the dentist, you may benefit from sedation dentistry offered by Blaisdell Family Dentistry in Boise. Millions of Americans stress out when they have to see the dentist. It is referred to as dental anxiety. There is a more severe form, too, called dental phobia. In both, […]
Dental X-rays Help Us Provide Quality Care
Don’t know a periapical from a bitewing? This post from Blaisdell Family Dentistry in Boise takes a look at the various types of dental X-rays. Panoramic. These pictures help us see everything in one image: the total upper and lower jaw. These are often taken during a patient’s first visit. They are useful for evaluating […]
Can I Go To An Urgent Care Dentist For Complications of Dry Sockets?
What are dry sockets? Dry sockets can develop after wisdom teeth or other adult teeth are removed. When a dry socket occurs, underlying bones and nerves are exposed in place of where a blood clot should form. Dry sockets can be extremely painful and delay healing. How to forego dry sockets: Follow your dentist’s directives following […]
We Work Around Your Schedule To Provide Quality Dental Care
Welcome to Blaisdell Family Dentistry in Boise. We have been providing after hours dental treatment for dental emergencies since 1981. We Are Always Accepting New Patients As an urgent care dental practice, we are always accepting new patients. We are best known for treating dental emergencies after normal business hours and on weekends. (We are […]
When to Go to Urgent Care for Jaw Pain
Jaw pain can be caused by a variety of dental problems. Oftentimes, jaw pain can be treated with a simple pain reliever. However, if you experience jaw pain that does not get better or worsens with time, it is a smart move to consider consulting your dentist or doctor. Drs. Blaisdell at Blaisdell Family Dentistry […]
Treat Oral Infections Early to Prevent Serious Health Consequences
There has been a lot of talk about viral infections lately. In this message from Blaisdell Family Dentistry in Boise, we concentrate on oral infections. There are many causes of oral infections. In little ones, they are usually caused by tooth decay. The dangers of ignoring oral infections There can be serious consequences of putting […]