This post from Arbor Lakes Dental in Maple Grove MN is about baby teeth. They are very different from the adult teeth that come in later. It is well-known that baby teeth are supposed to fall out and permanent teeth are supposed to grow in their place. However, there are a number of things that…
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Healthy Lifestyles For Healthy Lifesmiles
Categories: Dental Health, Family Dentistry
Good dental health and a great smile depend on more than simply brushing regularly. In this post from Arbor Lakes Dental in Maple Grove MN, we present a quick refresher on important lifestyle practices that affect oral health. You are probably familiar with most of these recommendations, but it helps to get a reminder once…
What If My Child Loses Their Baby Teeth Too Early?
Categories: Dental Health, Family Dentistry
Primary teeth are vital. Children need them to speak, and of course to eat. Plus, those little teeth preserve space for the permanent teeth to come in and take their place. That’s why we pay such close attention to them, at Arbor Lakes Dental in Maple Grove MN. Artifical Space Maintainers Keep Teeth From Shifting…
Is Grandpa Smiling?
Categories: Dental Health, Family Dentistry
How are Americans doing when it comes to the dental health of those who are sixty-five and over? Well, at Arbor Lakes Dental in Maple Grove MN, we have some good news and bad news. The Good News: Tooth decay rates in older Americans has decreased in the past thirty years. The Bad News: 25%…
Is Your Mouth Sore Something Serious?
If you have a mouth sore that lasts more than a week or two, come see us for an exam at Arbor Lakes Dental in Maple Grove MN. Mouth sores can be an indicator of disease, and an early assessment helps with preventing more serious dilemmas. If necessary, important treatment and pain relief can be…
Don’t Let A Simple Problem Become Serious
Categories: Dental Health, Family Dentistry
In this post from Arbor Lakes Dental in Maple Grove MN we are going to discuss those small irritations in the mouth that have the potential to become big problems. Injuries, sores, or inflammation in the mouth can be very uncomfortable. These non-specific irritations, called stomatitis, have many different causes. They may be caused by…
Small Dental Annoyance Or Serious Problem?
In this blog post from Arbor Lakes Dental in Maple Grove we are going to talk about stomatitis. Stomatitis refers to non-specific irritations in the mouth. It is usually caused by cold sores, gum disease, or even from biting the inside of the mouth. Most of us have probably suffered from stomatitis and don’t think…
Foaming At The Mouth: Are You Brushing Right?
In this post from Arbor Lakes Dental in Maple Grove MN, we explore some specifics about brushing your teeth. One key to getting the most out of your toothpaste is getting plenty of foam when brushing. Working up a good foam is brought about by pre-wetting the toothbrush, then brushing at a 45 degree angle.…
Attention Maple Grove Teens: Both Smoking And Vaping Put Your Smile At Risk
A recent study on the influences of e-cigarettes on oral health has more troubling information for men and women who believe vaping is safer than smoking traditional cigarettes. In a study published in the journal Oncotarget, analysts determined that e-cigarettes may cause chronic inflammation and irreversible cellular degeneration. These conditions, in turn, can result…
Should You Pull a Loose Baby Tooth?
Categories: Dental Health, Family Dentistry
Losing baby teeth is a rite of passge for children: tangible evidence of getting older, plus a little profit if the tooth fairy pays a visit. At Arbor Lakes Dental in Maple Grove MN, we have some thoughts on losing baby teeth. Sometimes things don’t go as expected. The loose tooth won’t come out, even…
