“It’s just a small sore, it will go away.” “I’m too busy right now, I’ll go to a dentist later.” “A little sensitivity is no big deal.” It happens to most Boise residents at least once in their life. Your teeth become sensitive to cold drinks. A tooth develops a dull ache. A sore on […]
Which Type of Toothbrush is Best?
It may surprise you to know that some people have very strong opinions about which type of toothbrush is the best: manual or electric. The team at Blaisdell Family Dentistry in the Boise, Eagle or Meridian ID hears this question a lot. Is there really one that is clearly better? Most dentists will tell you […]
How Dental Implants Are Changing Dentures
If you are one of the many patients wearing dentures in Boise, you know that they are not the ideal solution for missing teeth. Denture problems include slipping, gum irritation, trouble eating and talking. At Blaisdell Family Dentistry, we can help discuss dentures vs implants, and also how they can work together. MODERN RESTORATIVE DENTISTRY The […]
Trust Drs. Blaisdell For Accurate Dental Info
Dental patients are more informed than ever before and it’s not surprising that much of their knowledge about oral health and dental treatment is gleaned from online sources. Proactive self-education can be beneficial for you and your family, especially if it assists in living a healthy lifestyle. We caution our friends and neighbors in the […]
What Are Impacted Wisdom Teeth?
Evolution isn’t always tidy and linear. For example, we have smaller jaws than our ancestors thousands of years ago, but most of our bodies haven’t adapted by generating fewer teeth. Two-thirds of us create the same amount of teeth as early humans. These late-developing extra molars are called wisdom teeth and they pose unique oral […]
How Your Lifestyle Affects Your Tooth Color
It’s common for people to want white teeth. Most of us, though, have discolored or just plain yellow teeth. Teeth whitening from Blaisdell Family Dentistry in Boise can make a difference. Genetics, Anyone? As with other physical characteristics, there is a genetic component to your oral health. You can thank your parents if your enamel […]