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Chronic Dry Mouth Is More Serious Than an Unpleasant Feeling
posted: Aug. 26, 2021.
It's normal to have occasional mouth dryness—that "cotton mouth" feeling when you first wake up or after eating a spicy meal. It soon dissipates, though, leaving you no worse Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
Avoid the Emergency Room for Dental Problems
posted: Aug. 24, 2021.
There are certainly situations when going to an emergency room is the best response for your problem. A severe injury to your mouth, jaw, or face would qualify.
However, when it
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What is a crown?
posted: Aug. 17, 2021.
the doctor and our team at Sequim Family Dentistry hear this question all the time. Millions of people have dental crowns that artificially restore the chewing surface of a tooth.
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Plaque Removal is the Top Priority for Preventing or Treating Gum Disease
posted: Aug. 16, 2021.
Tooth loss is often the unfortunate conclusion to a case of untreated periodontal (gum) disease—incentive enough to try either to prevent it or aggressively treat an infection should it Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
Plaque Removal is the Top Priority for Preventing or Treating Gum Disease
posted: Aug. 16, 2021.
Tooth loss is often the unfortunate conclusion to a case of untreated periodontal (gum) disease—incentive enough to try either to prevent it or aggressively treat an infection should it Read moreCategory: Oral Health -
Anatomy of a Smile Makeover
posted: Aug. 10, 2021.
A smile makeover is usually a combination of one or more cosmetic dental procedures. To achieve your desired result, the doctor may perform or suggest a variety of options. The
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Which Implant Crown Attachment Method is Best for You?
posted: Aug. 06, 2021.
If you've decided on a dental implant to replace a missing tooth, you've made a great choice. Implants are a big favorite of both dentists and patients, not only Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
Which Implant Crown Attachment Method is Best for You?
posted: Aug. 06, 2021.
If you've decided on a dental implant to replace a missing tooth, you've made a great choice. Implants are a big favorite of both dentists and patients, not only Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
Hot Day? Three Drinks to Leave Home When You’re Packing the Cooler
posted: Aug. 03, 2021.
Whew! It’s a hot one! And whenever the temperature soars, you need to stay hydrated, especially when you’re outside or exercising. But all cold drinks aren’t equal when it comes
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Mouthguard Q&A
posted: Jul. 27, 2021.
Today, the doctor and our team at Sequim Family Dentistry thought we would talk about mouthguards, what they are, where to get them, and when to use them.
Q: What is
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Saving Primary Teeth From Decay Is Totally Worth It - Here's How
posted: Jul. 27, 2021.
The few teeth your one or two year old has will eventually fall out in a few years—so, why be concerned about tooth decay this early? Actually, you should: Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
Saving Primary Teeth From Decay Is Totally Worth It - Here's How
posted: Jul. 27, 2021.
The few teeth your one or two year old has will eventually fall out in a few years—so, why be concerned about tooth decay this early? Actually, you should: Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
Most Valuable Dental Treatments
posted: Jul. 20, 2021.
At Sequim Family Dentistry, we work to find a dental plan that will work best and most effectively for you. But we’ve found that three treatments tend to be the
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Lingual Braces: A Third Choice for Moving Teeth
posted: Jul. 17, 2021.
First, there were braces; then came removable clear aligners—both great ways to straighten teeth. But braces with their metal brackets and wires aren't the most attractive look. And, although Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
Lingual Braces: A Third Choice for Moving Teeth
posted: Jul. 17, 2021.
First, there were braces; then came removable clear aligners—both great ways to straighten teeth. But braces with their metal brackets and wires aren't the most attractive look. And, although Read moreCategory: Dental Procedures -
I haven’t been to the dentist in years; what should I expect?
posted: Jul. 13, 2021.
Time flies when we are not at the dentist! Before you know it, years may have gone by. Let’s take a moment to explain what takes place when a patient
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