Do you have a missing tooth that is detracting from your otherwise attractive teeth? At Blaisdell Family Dentistry in Boise we can fill the gap with a dental bridge, and help you get back your sensational smile! A dental bridge could be the perfect answer for your missing tooth. A bridge not only restores your […]
Boise Mouths And Stomatitis
Ouch! The mouth is a bad place for injuries, sores, or inflammation. It seems that even the smallest irritation in the mouth can cause serious discomfort for Boise dental patients. These non-specific irritations in the mouth have a name. They are called stomatitis. A good general definition for stomatitis is the inflammation of the membranes […]
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 […]
The Challenge Of Oral Hygiene For Orthodontic Patients
There is no doubt about it – it is harder to keep your teeth clean if you wear braces. It’s unfortunate (and ironic) when brace wearers develop tooth decay and weaken their teeth while they’re actually trying to improve their smile with braces. The team at Blaisdell Family Dentistry wants to discuss how to keep […]
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. […]
4 Reasons To Make Sure Your Child Sees A Dentist
Did you know that The American Dental Association recommends that a child’s first visit to a dentist should occur around twelve months of age? For many parents in the Eagle, Meridian, and Sun Valley areas, this may come as a surprise. Today in the Blaisdell Family Dentistry post, we are going to review 4 reasons […]