This post from Blaisdell Family Dentistry in Boise focuses on the preparation needed for a dental implant. What is a dental implant? A dental implant is a permanent post inserted into the jawbone with attached abutment and artificial tooth. An implant can also support a dental bridge or denture. Who can benefit from dental implants? […]
Think Before You Pierce
If you are considering puncturing your lip or tongue, this message from Blaisdell Family Dentistry in Boise is for you. Please consider the following: Infection Your mouth is full of bacteria. Any opening in the tissue carries the risk of infection. The germs from your tongue and mouth can easily get into your bloodstream. Dentists […]
If My Gums Bleed, Should I Stop Flossing?
If your gums bleed when you floss your teeth, should you drop flossing from your dental health routine? We’re asked about this from time to time at Blaisdell Family Dentistry in Boise. Our answer is short and sweet: “No!” Bleeding is probably a sign that you need to clean your teeth and gums more thoroughly—not […]
Just Got Braces? Avoid These Foods.
Avoid hard or sticky foods (or non-food items) while you have braces. Some of the following ‘no-no’s’ are obvious. But it’s good to review them frequently. Popcorn Unpopped popcorn kernels Nuts (of any kind) Ice Corn chips Hard taco shells Sticky or hard candy Gum Make Sure Your Braces Can Do Their Job If you […]
What’s Your Dental Plan?
Planning for Success To achieve the utmost in oral health and a sensational smile, you need a strategy. If you’re in Boise, Idaho looking for a smile makeover and need dental implants, cosmetic dentistry, oral conscious sedation dentistry or any number of dental restoration procedures done, your strategy should be: “Contact my professional neighborhood dental […]
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 […]