Hello, I’m Lynn R. Blaisdell of Blaisdell Family Dentistry, a distinctive dental practice in Boise, Idaho. The friendly team at Blaisdell Family Dentistry would love to help you with any of your dental needs: Pediatric dental counsel for new parents Immediate remedies for any pressing dental troubles A gentle, friendly dentist for families with children […]
6 Reasons To Ditch Your Dentures For Dental Implants
For thousands of years, dentures have been allowing people to chew foods harder than mashed bananas and flash some teeth when they smile. However, Boise denture wearers know how unstable, irritating, embarrassing, and inconvenient they can be. Today, Boise dental patients with missing teeth are fortunate to have a tooth replacement choice that is far […]
3 Problems Which May Require A Root Canal
Hello Idaho, let’s talk about the root canal procedure (“endodontic therapy” in dentist – speak). The root canal may be the most cringe-worthy dental treatment commonly done today, but it is important that dental patients in the Nampa, Meridian, and Sun Valley areas know what is happening during this anxiety – inducing, though routine, procedure. […]
Blaisdell Family Dentistry Takes Care Of Plaque, Calculus, And Cavities
Hi. I’m Dr. Lynn R. Blaisdell. I find that many of my patients in the Nampa, Meridian, and Sun Valley areas get a couple of dental terms mixed up. Today, I would like to clarify the differences between plaque, calculus, and cavities. Plaque is a film that covers teeth – a sticky layer of bacteria. […]
Does My Dentist Care About My Diet?
When people in the Boise area think of diet and oral health, they typically think about the damage sweet drinks can cause to teeth. While it’s true that these dangerous sugars cause increased acidity in the mouth and lead to tooth decay, soda and sugary-fruit drinks are only part of the trouble. The typical American […]
How Bright Can You Shine?
Hello Boise! Do you want brighter, whiter teeth? Most Meridian residents notice their teeth dulling as the years go by, but some foods, drinks, and even mouthwashes can stain teeth at any age. OTC tooth whitening products like kits, strips, or toothpastes may slightly lighten stains, but for a truly sensational smile, see Lynn R. […]