One of the reasons some people don’t floss their teeth every day is that it’s hard for them to find the time. If you’ve found this to be true, the team at Blaisdell Family Dentistry n Boise reminds you how important flossing is to your dental health. Right before bedtime is the most common time […]
Relieving Your Dental Anxiety At Blaisdell Family Dentistry
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, […]
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 […]
Blaisdell Family Dentistry In Boise Wants You To Be Healthy And Happy
Dentists in Boise are dedicated to your oral health and care about the condition of your teeth. At Blaisdell Family Dentistry we recognize that your teeth help you both eat and speak. You use your teeth to tear, scrape, and chew food, as well as to form words with your tongue. Healthy teeth and gums […]
Dental Sealant Q & A
The team at Blaisdell Family Dentistry in the Boise, Eagle or Meridian ID loves to discuss sealants. The team thinks they’re the tops! Q. What are dental sealants? A. Dental sealants are permanent plastic barriers applied to the biting surfaces of teeth. They prevent cavities by filling in the grooves and fissures where food particles […]
Wisdom Teeth Extraction At Blaisdell Family Dentistry
For the 65 percent of adults who detect wisdom teeth in their late teens or early twenties, Blaisdell Family Dentistry generally recommends removal. Wisdom teeth can damage adjacent teeth and nerves. Their awkward positioning can increase risk of decay and gum disease. Moreover, they often come in crooked, crowding the other teeth and affecting the bite. […]