Some moms and dads in the Boise area bring their children to a pediatric dentist. Others use a general or family dentist for every member of their household. What’s the difference between a pediatric dentist and a general dentist? Pediatric dentists have specialized training to treat infants, young children, and teenagers. They use special dental…
General Dentistry
Adult Dental Health for Boise Smiles
At Blaisdell Family Dentistry, our goal is preventing dental problems and keeping our patients’s smiles healthy and beautiful. We provide general and family dentistry at our Boise dental practice. Adult Dental Health As a general and family dental office, we have been treating patients of all ages since 1981. An interesting (and sad) thing we…
What Is Laser Dentistry?
The word “LASER” is an acronym for Light Amplification by Stimulated Emission of Radiation. A laser device emits a powerful, highly-concentrated beam of light. (Didn’t we all love the amazing laser weapons in ‘Star Wars?’) Lasers are used in hundreds of applications in almost every Idaho industry including communications, research, manufacturing, entertainment, and medicine. Lasers…
How Do You Measure Dental Success?
How do you measure “dental success?” A check-up with no cavities? A perfect smile? A crown that looks as natural as the surrounding teeth? It could mean all those things and many more. For a child, dental success could be defined as a childhood free of cavities, learning daily dental hygiene practices, and gaining an…
How Do You Choose a Dental Practice For a Dental Implant?
Today’s article is for men and women who have decided to replace a tooth with a tooth implant. Great choice! Now you need to choose a dental implant dentist to carry out the procedure. This is a key decision. A dental implant is permanent. It involves oral surgery. It requires a significant financial investment. Making…
Implants Prevent Denture-Related Health Problems
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, 25% of adults over 65 have no natural teeth. Many men and women with missing teeth or no teeth at all choose dentures. This is understandable. It’s problematic to eat and speak with no teeth in the mouth. And a toothless mouth is not an attractive…
What You Need To Know About Oral Cancer
During routine dental examinations, your dentist may look for signs of oral cancer. Oral cancer refers to cancers in the tongue, mouth, lips, jaw, and throat. Many Boise dental patients don’t realize the seriousness of oral cancer. The American Cancer Society estimates that over 39,000 people will get oral cancer this year.1 Consider this sobering…
Mini Implants May Be Right For You
I’m Lynn R. Blaisdell of Blaisdell Family Dentistry in Boise. Today’s topic is mini dental implants, sometimes called “immediate implants”. Though they are not as well known as traditional dental implants, mini implants are also being used successfully in the Boise area to improve smiles. Like their larger diameter counterparts, mini implants can support a…
Tooth Tips For Traveling
If you are planning to take a long vacation or business trip soon, I recommend you examine your dental needs. It’s always a good idea to have a checkup with your dentist prior to leaving on long vacations, especially if your trip is taking you to develop areas without adequate dental care options. This quick…
General and Family Dentistry in Boise
Are you looking for a general and family dentistry practice in the Boise area? If so, you’ve come to the right place. We are taking new patients at Blaisdell Family Dentistry. 11 Reasons to Visit Blaisdell Family Dentistry in Boise Let’s discuss some reasons to call today to make set up an exam and consultation at…
