How does your dentist help you stay healthy? Most men and women know that they can go to their dentist if they chip a tooth or have a toothache. Because of this, they may not realize how many other health dilemmas your dentist can help you with. A full-service dental practice provides comprehensive oral health […]
Family Dentistry
Are You Watching For Cavities?
Did you know a cavity may be reversed? These small holes in our teeth caused by acidic tooth erosion can actually be prevented from getting worse and require filling. Currently, around 90% of adults have cavities and almost 30% have untreated cavities. However, by taking a few needed precautions, we can stave off tooth decay […]
Optimum Oral Health Includes Exams and Cleanings
If you’ve ever visited our blog, you’ve probably heard the counsel to have dental visits and cleanings twice a year. In fact, dental professionals have been advising the twice-yearly frequency for over 50 years. The American Dental Association counsels people to visit their dentist twice a year as well. Is that an arbitrary schedule? Let’s […]
Are Dental Veneers Reversible?
When individuals seek cosmetic dentistry to improve their smile, porcelain veneers are a well-liked option. Unlike a crown that completely covers the tooth, a veneer is a super thin layer of a very heavy-duty porcelain, composite bonding, or ceramic. When bonded to a tooth, the veneer creates a natural, translucent, and new surface. It improves […]
Attack Of The Gummi Bear
Categories: Dental Health, Family Dentistry
There probably isn’t a dentist in the world who would say eating candy is a good thing. That includes those of us at Arbor Lakes Dental in Maple Grove MN. To put it plainly, candy is loaded with sugar. The bacteria in your mouth uses any sugar that comes its way to produce the acids […]
What Does Your Saliva Reveal?
Categories: Dental Health, Family Dentistry
Saliva is an important part of good oral health. Without an adequate flow, you’d find it very difficult to chew and swallow. If you have a problem with dry mouth, let us know at Arbor Lakes Dental Care in Maple Grove MN. Saliva is produced by several glands in and around the mouth, and it […]
You May Have Gingivitis
This post from Arbor Lakes Dental in Maple Grove MN is about gingivitis, which is early-stage gum disease. Gum disease is usually the result of poor brushing and flossing habits. When you don’t brush and floss on a regular basis there is a build-up of plaque, which hardens into a substance called tartar. That’s why […]
What is Patient-Centered Dental Care?
Categories: Dental Health, Family Dentistry
A question from the team at Arbor Lakes Dental in Maple Grove: What is your perception of the patient-dentist relationship? Would you characterize it as one-sided? In other words, the dentist examines the patient’s teeth, chooses the course of treatment, and performs the procedure-while the patient is just a participant? It Starts With The Atmosphere […]
How Does Your Overall Health Affect Your Smile?
Categories: Dental Health, Family Dentistry
Good dental health means having healthy teeth and gums. Maintaining it is something that you have to work at every day. It can be a real balancing act: using the right oral care products, your personal oral care habits, and seeing us at Arbor Lakes Dental in Maple Grove MN for regular checkups. Did you […]
Gum Health Affects Risk Of Type 2 Diabetes
There is a link between type 2 diabetes and gum disease, which is another reason to have regular cleanings and checkups at Arbor Lakes Dental in Maple Grove MN. Diabetes affects the way the body uses glucose (blood sugar). Scientists have known for a long time that people with diabetes have higher rates of gum […]
