Your mouth has a thriving community of bacteria. There are from 200-300 types. But relatively few cause tooth decay. Bacteria that cause tooth decay are in the mutans streptococcus family. The bacteria mix with sugar. This mixture creates a powerful acid. The acid reduces the calcium in tooth enamel. When the bacteria remains on teeth, […]
Let’s Take Care Of Those Tooth Stains
The effectiveness of teeth bleaching depends partly on the types of stains. Extrinsic tooth stains are the easiest to remove. These surface stains have not yet penetrated through the enamel into the dentin. Extrinsic stains are caused by dark-colored foods and drinks like blueberries, carrots, coffee, red wine, and cola. And nicotine is no better […]
Lighten Up!
Hello! Today’s dental article is for people with stained teeth. Do you think your teeth are too stained for teeth whitening to have any effect? Think again. At Blaisdell Family Dentistry in Boise, we are whitening smiles for patients with both intrinsic and extrinsic stains. Extrinsic stains are caused by dark colored foods and drinks, […]
Oral Health For Boise Diabetics
Today’s Boise dental article is entitled ‘Oral Health For Boise Diabetics.’ Many Boise people with diabetes have dental problems. However, gum disease, tooth loss, and periodontal disease are not unavoidable. Blood sugar is the complicating factor. Boise diabetics who control their blood sugar have lower rates of dental problems. In fact, many Boise dentists have […]
No Cavities? Thank Your Parents
At Blaisdell Family Dentistry, we stay abreast of new discoveries in the exciting field of dentistry and occasionally share interesting facts with our patients. Today’s post focuses on new findings in a captivating field of research: genetic dentistry. “About 60% of the risk for tooth decay appears to be due to genetic factors.” Mary L. […]
Hiding Your Smile? Blaisdell Family Dentistry Can Help
Some individuals don’t feel that their smile is an asset, so they do their best to keep it hidden. Pictures, funny movies, jokes, hilarious internet videos—none of these can entice a smile or laugh. If this person sounds familiar (because it is you!), then maybe you would like some information about complete smile makeovers. Don’t […]