Gum disease is a leading cause of tooth loss among adults. Nearly half of Americans over the age of thirty have gum disease in some form. Fortunately, it’s a treatable condition at Arbor Lakes Dental in Maple Grove MN. What is gum disease? Gum disease is inflammation and infection of the soft tissue that holds […]
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4 Reason To Look For The ADA Seal
Categories: Dental Health, Family Dentistry
Here’s a suggestion from Arbor Lakes Dental in Maple Grove MN: when you go to the store for dental products, be sure that what you choose has the American Dental Association Seal of Acceptance. Here are four ways the ADA seal can help you make good oral care choices for you and your family. Products […]
Are Floss Picks As Good As Regular Dental Floss?
Are floss picks as good as regular floss? While it’s better to use a floss pick than to not floss at all, it’s important to note that floss picks can only clean a part of the tooth’s surface. At Arbor Lakes Dental in Maple Grove MN we recommend traditional floss or tape. Here’s why: A […]
Focusing On The Top 3
Categories: Dental Health, Family Dentistry
There are three dental health issues that affect as many as a third of all Americans. At Arbor Lakes Dental in Maple Grove MN we want all of our patients to have healthy teeth and gums. If any of these common issues affect you, we can do something about it. The problems were identified by […]
Patient Education Is A Priority
Categories: Dental Health, Family Dentistry
When patients are fully informed about their dental health, they make better choices. That’s been our experience at Arbor Lakes Dental in Maple Grove MN, so we make patient education a priority at every checkup. Are regular checkups even necessary? That question comes up sometimes. We don’t mean to hedge, but it really depends on […]
Best Practices For A Healthy, Beautiful Smile
Categories: Dental Health, Family Dentistry
It’s easy to become a little complacent about your dental health. At Arbor Lakes Dental in Maple Grove MN, we know that all too well! Our goal in this blog post is for you to evaluate where you stand and consider how you can improve things. Brushing Good: Brush teeth once a day. Better: Brush […]
Six 10-Second Healthy Tooth Helps
Categories: Dental Health, Family Dentistry
It doesn’t have to take a lot of time to improve your oral hygiene. In fact, you can form a new, good habit in as little as ten seconds, with these suggestions from Arbor Lakes Dental in Maple Grove MN. Find a better place for your toothbrush. Look around. In 10 seconds you can probably […]
5 Reasons To See Dr. Sledd
Categories: Dental Health, Family Dentistry
In this message from Arbor Lakes Dental in Maple Grove MN we look at the big picture. Developing a relationship with an experienced dentist is vital for maintaining healthy smiles for every member of the family. Here are five reasons to make us your partner in dental health. Visit Us For the Truth. Healthy habits […]
Debunking Dental Myths
Categories: Dental Health, Family Dentistry
In this post from Arbor Lakes Dental in Maple Grove MN we focus on three common myths about dental health. All Sugar Is Equally Bad For Teeth. Sugar increases the risk of tooth decay, but some types are worse than others. Foods that leave sugary residue on the teeth do more damage than those that […]
5 Ways To Prevent A Cracked Tooth
Categories: Dental Health, Family Dentistry
Cracked teeth can be painful, unattractive, and pricey to repair. In this post from Arbor Lakes Dental in Maple Grove MN, we offer tips to keep your teeth whole and strong. Don’t chew on hard things. Steer clear of ice, hard candies, hard nuts, and even popcorn (the kernels can do damage). Also be wary […]
