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, […]
When Something’s Gotta Give, Don’t Let It Be Your Smile
Life can be chaotic. At times, it’s impossible to get all the “gotta do’s” done and many are delayed or dropped altogether. Your car may have to wait for an oil change, or you’re a month late replacing your furnace filter. Don’t let a checkup at Blaisdell Family Dentistry in Boise be one of these! […]
Oral Health In Childhood Has A Lifelong Impact
Keeping your child’s teeth healthy is essential while they are young. Tooth decay and gum disease can hamper speech development. It can make it more difficult for the child to eat healthy food. Unhealthy teeth lower a child’s self-confidence. This, in turn, puts mental health at risk. Mouth pain can also impact school performance. Maintaining […]
Don’t Bite The Dentist!
Bite down hard, but not on Drs. Blaisdell’s hand! Do you find that biting down hard is painful or awkward? There are ways to find the source of the problem and there are ways to make it right. Pain while biting can be due to a damaged tooth, missing teeth, or loose teeth. Any of […]
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 […]