Hello Maple Grove! Your overall oral health depends not only on healthy teeth but also healthy gums. Proper oral hygiene helps keep both your teeth and gums in good shape. When brushing, hold your toothbrush at a 45-degree angle aiming the bristle tips at the gumline. The bristles of a soft toothbrush can clean the […]
Cosmetic Dentistry
We Understand Dental Anxiety
Dental professionals in the Maple Grove area (including the team at Arbor Lakes Dental – Jamie L. Sledd, DDS) are dedicated to oral health. Unfortunately, some men and women rarely go to the dentist. Others have the misconception that you only need to go to the dentist when you have a toothache. In addition, there […]
3 Tips To Make Brushing Count
Many of Dr. Jamie Sledd’s patients walk in for restorative dentistry, family dentistry, or dental crowns. Many for routine checkups and cleanings. And most really want to know if they are brushing properly. Having patients come for treatment and leave with questions answered—from which toothpaste to buy to proper tools and techniques—is our business. At […]
A Beautiful Smile is Timeless
Every stage of life has its advantages and disadvantages. For example, in our golden years, we may enjoy traveling, more free time and grandchildren. However, most Maple Grove retirees do not welcome wrinkles, limited mobility or dental issues. Fortunately, your smile can be healthy and attractive throughout your life. With cosmetic and restorative dentistry, you […]
When Something’s Gotta Give, Don’t Let It Be Your Smile
Life is hectic for many Maple Grove residents. At times, it’s impossible to get all the “gotta do’s” done and many are postponed or dropped altogether. Sometimes your car has to wait another 500 miles for an oil change. Or you are a month late replacing your furnace filter. Or you realize that you’ve had […]
6 Things You Should Know Before Having Oral Surgery
When it comes to preparing for oral surgery, the valued patients of Arbor Lakes Dental – Jamie L. Sledd, DDS are given 6 vital instructions to get them through from start to finish. First, Choose Wisely Understanding the details of a procedure helps you achieve the optimal outcome. This critical knowledge about your dental experience […]
Just Chill
Many patients have appreciated the benefits of anxiety-free dentistry (sometimes called sleep dentistry). There are three main types of sedation options available in the Minneapolis area: Inhalation Nitrous Oxide, sometimes called ‘laughing gas‘ has been used in cosmetic dental offices for over a century, because, in many ways, it is a perfect sedative. It begins […]
Treat Your Smile To A Healthy Diet
Proper nutrition can benefit you in a number of ways; increased energy, improved immunity, glowing skin, mental clarity, and a lower risk of heart disease and stroke. How often, however, do you examine how your diet affects your oral health? Your diet can influence your risk of cavities, enamel health, and gum condition. Healthy foods […]
How Do You Choose a Dental Practice For a Dental Implant?
Today’s post is for people who have decided to replace a tooth with an implant. Great choice! Now you need to choose a dental implant dentist to carry out the procedure. This is a key decision. A dental implant is permanent. It involves oral surgery. It requires a significant financial investment. Making a bad choice […]
Modern Dental Technology Makes Treatment Less Scary
Many Maple Grove residents are afraid to go to the dentist. For some men and women with dental anxiety, it’s because they had a painful experience at the dentist when they were young. Others fear needles or a perceived lack of control. Another oft-cited reason men and women are scared of the dentist is the […]
