Whether you are a new patient at Eatonville Dental or you are in for your routine dental cleaning, you may hear your dentist or dental hygienist say, “today we will be measuring your gums.” This means that he or she is measuring the depth of the space between your tooth and gum. In dental terms,…
Fluoride is a mineral found in soil, water and various foods. It is used to prevent and/or reverse early tooth decay, and is sometimes referred to as vitamins for the teeth. It’s most significant function is inhibiting bacterial replication, the specific kind that causes cavities. Before a cavity forms, it starts out as a soft,…
Walking down the toothbrush isle today I overheard a couple debating on the pros and cons of buying an electric toothbrush vs. a manual. He thought it was a waste of money, why not buy the $3 brush instead of the $100 brush, she was told by her dentist that it’s the best brush on…
Your child’s first dental visit should occur approximately 6 months after their first baby tooth appears or by the age of 1 year old. Upon arrival, you will asked to fill out a Medical & Dental history form for your child. At Eatonville Dental, we make your child’s first dental visit and every appointment very…
Are you pregnant or is there a chance you may be? It is very important to let your dentist or dental hygienist know if you are expecting. The hormones circulating in your body can affect your gums making it more likely for them to be swollen, red and bleed easily due to plaque buildup. This…
Your Complete Guide To Life With Braces So you just got your braces on, the dentist gave you a half hour speech about how to take care of them going forth, you go home and you forget everything!? Don’t worry, we have your complete guide to braces here just in case you need a refresher!…