Flossing your teeth is just as important as brushing them, which is why we always remind our patients to floss at Blaisdell Family Dentistry in Boise. We’re using this short blog post to review the best reasons to floss. Flossing and gum disease. Since dental floss gets into areas your toothbrush cannot reach, it is […]
9 Things To Know About CEREC Crowns
CEREC stands for “Chairside Economical Restoration of Esthetic Ceramics.” The “chairside” refers to the dentist’s chair. What is CEREC? Dental practices with CEREC technology have a state-of-the-art milling machine that fabricates tooth restorations CEREC dentists use CAD/CAM software to create custom crowns that fit perfectly CEREC crowns are designed, manufactured, and placed in the same […]
Does Your Teen Have Unique Dental Challenges?
When it comes to oral health, adolescence is a pivotal time. On the upside, the last of the permanent teeth come in providing young men and women with their adult smile. At Blaisdell Family Dentistry in Boise we help them maintain good dental health. On the downside, some teenagers take up habits that are bad […]
Are Dental Implants Experimental?
Dental implants are tooth replacement marvels that have been placed in millions of people. They look and function just like the real thing, and are available at Blaisdell Family Dentistry in Boise. Technically, dental implants are not replacement teeth. An actual implant is a titanium post that is inserted into your jaw. In a few […]
Don’t Let Anxiety Keep You From Getting Implants
Millions of Americans cope with dental anxiety. They’ll tense up just thinking about an ordinary exam; the idea of a more complicated procedure, like a dental implant, can send their stress level through the roof. Sedation dentistry from Blaisdell Family Dentistry in Boise can get them through it. Dental implants are actually a rather straightforward […]
Your Famous Smile
This message from Blaisdell Family Dentistry in Boise looks at cosmetic dentistry, and what it can do for your smile. How do celebrities keep brilliant white smiles that are always ready for the red carpet or a close-up? Do they avoid coffee? Maybe. Do they avoid tobacco? Some do, but smoking seems to be a […]