Bad breath, or halitosis, has several causes. The most common cause is substandard oral hygiene. Often, halitosis occurs midday arising from the inability to brush teeth between meals. Small food pieces on the teeth, gums, and tongue grow bacteria. The wastes of the bacteria and decay of the food create a sulfur compound, which emits […]
Why Is Dry Mouth Dangerous For Boise Dental Patients?
Hello, welcome to the Blaisdell Family Dentistry blog. Today we are going to talk about Dry Mouth, an unpleasant condition that can actually influence oral health. Reduction of saliva flow resulting in a dry mouth is a more common trouble among older Boise adults, however, people of all ages experience the symptoms of dry mouth […]
What You See And What You Don’t
If you have had restorations, orthodontia, or a complete cosmetic dental smile makeover, you want people to notice the final outcome – your dazzling smile. There is a lot, however, that is going on behind the scenes. Today’s post talks about three critical smile makeover components that are not readily apparent when you smile, but […]
Why Do You Need A Local Boise Dentist?
Our practice, Blaisdell Family Dentistry, offers family dentistry, general dentistry and many cosmetic dental services. If you have a family and are looking for a family dentist, give us a call at 208-377-9696. If you live in the Boise area, it is wise to choose a local dentist for your family dentist. It will be […]
Have Your Dessert!
Your Boise dentist knows that it’s too much to ask that you never indulge in sugary treats, but he or she will tell you that eating sweets at certain times is better for your teeth than others. For instance, when you eat a full meal, your saliva production increases. This helps to rinse food particles […]
How Long Should You Brush?
Did you remember that brushing and flossing fights bad breath and removes stains? If you have persistent stains that brushing can’t remove, get your teeth bleached at Blaisdell Family Dentistry for a dazzling stain free smile. The American Dental Association recommends two minutes as a minimum time for brushing. Most men and women think they […]