When it comes to oral cancer survival outcomes, two numbers are key: 40% and 90%. 40% of individuals who receive a late-stage diagnosis die within five years. However, the survival rate for early stage diagnosis is 90%. Oral Cavity and Oropharynx—Mouth and Throat Cancers that originate in the mouth (or oral cavity) are termed oral […]
Bad Breath Treatment At Blaisdell Family Dentistry
Do you suspect that you have bad breath? I’m Lynn R. Blaisdell of Blaisdell Family Dentistry, a full-service dental office in Boise, Idaho. I help our dental patients diagnose and overcome this unpleasant, annoying, and potentially embarrassing condition. Bacteria that live in your mouth cause the bad smell. Breath mints and mouthwashes do not cure […]
What Can Blaisdell Family Dentistry Do For You?
Have you ever wondered what we can do for you, at Blaisdell Family Dentistry in Boise? We do a lot more than just fill cavities. We stress your dental health, and preventing little problems from getting out of hand. A big part of that is seeing us for regular cleanings and checkups. We like to […]
5 Critical Oral Cancer Facts
Dental Checkups Are Not Just About Cavities At Blaisdell Family Dentistry we encourage people to come in twice a year for a dental examination and cleaning. If you avoid twice-yearly dental checkups because you don’t believe you have any decay, perhaps getting an oral cancer screening is a more persuasive reason to see your dentist regularly. […]
How to Kick a Tooth Grinding Habit
Plenty of men and women all over the world suffer from the habit of grinding their teeth. Some people grind their teeth because they are stressed, some people grind their teeth as a coping mechanism, and some individuals grind their teeth in their sleep without realizing it. Don’t Ignore Teeth Grinding Grinding of the teeth, clenching […]
Dental Care For ICU Patients Lowers Infection Risk
Hi, I’m Drs. Lynn R. Blaisdell of Blaisdell Family Dentistry. Today’s post focuses on an article that appeared recently on ScienceDaily.com. The article describes a study of Brazilian ICU patients that compared infection rates of those who received enhanced oral care instead of routine oral care. The patients who received the more intense dental care […]