In the vibrant area of Boise, Idaho, parents often seek ways to instill good dental habits in their children from a young age. One crucial aspect of oral hygiene that can sometimes be overlooked is flossing. While brushing is widely understood, teaching children to floss effectively is equally important for maintaining healthy teeth and gums. […]
Emergency Dentistry: What You Need to Know
Welcome to our dental office blog! Today, we’re addressing a topic that is crucial for all dental patients to understand: emergency dentistry. Dental emergencies can be stressful and painful, but knowing what to do and where to go can significantly affect the outcome. Blaisdell Family Dentistry is here to help you navigate these challenging situations […]
Small Dental Annoyance Or Serious Problem?
Today in Blaisdell Family Dentistry‘s blog, we are going to talk about stomatitis. Stomatitis is dental-speak for something very common: non-specific irritations found in the mouth. Stomatitis is typically caused by cold sores, gum disease, or even from biting the inside of the mouth (ouch!). Any time the membranes in the mouth become inflamed, they […]
Bleeding Gums After Your 6-Month Cleaning?
At Blaisdell Family Dentistry, we know that regular dental check-ups and cleanings are critical for ideal dental health. However, some dental patients worry because their gums tend to bleed after a thorough cleaning. Is this a problem? Well, it depends. If your gums bleed for a couple of days after your dental cleaning, don’t worry […]
Are You Watching For Cavities?
Did you know a cavity may be reversed? These tiny holes in our teeth caused by acidic tooth erosion can actually be prevented from getting worse and require filling. Currently, around 90% of adults have cavities and almost 30% have untreated cavities. However, by taking a few needed precautions, we can stave off tooth decay […]
Blaisdell Family Dentistry Guide To Healthy Tooth Enamel
Tooth enamel is one of the strongest substances in the body, but it is non-renewable so it is important to not neglect or abuse our teeth. At Blaisdell Family Dentistry we advise practicing daily oral hygiene for optimal enamel health. Even though every drug store carries hard bristle brushes, we advise our Boise area patients […]