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The Importance of Regular Dental Deep Cleaning
Most of us have been told since we were children how important regular check ups with our dentist are. But Why?
Dealing with Dental Fear and Avoidance
Have you ever skipped a dentist appointment because you were anxious and nervous? We specialize in handling patients with dental anxiety.
When Teeth are Sensitive to Hot and Cold
There are several dental conditions that can cause your tooth sensitivity. If you are experiencing this problem, let us help you identify the underlying cause and devleop a treatment plan.
When Should My Baby Go To The Dentist For The First Time?
The Perfect time for a dentist visit for a baby is at the sign of their first tooth. Your baby’s gummy smile is beginning to erupt with tiny, pearl-white teeth. It’s a sure sign that you baby is growing up – and a good time to set up your kid’s very first dental...
Why Do My Teeth Hurt? The Most Common Reasons For Tooth Pain
The Most Common Reasons For Tooth Pain Mysterious tooth pain is sure to put a damper on your day. Going to the dentist wasn’t on your agenda – it never seems to come at a good time. You might think you can just ignore it until it goes away, but you can’t stop thinking...
The Benefits of Good Flossing Technique
Good Flossing Technique is Key in Oral Health Every person who has ever visited the dentist has been asked, "have you been flossing" by either their dental hygienist or dentist, and according to the American Dental Association, 20% of adults never floss. Is flossing...
Can you Weaken your Teeth Through Whitening?
Are you really hurting your teeth by trying to get that perfect white smile? When it comes to a healthy looking smile, the general consensus is that whiter is better. As such, whitening strips are available to help gain the look one desires. While there is...
How your Gums can Affect your Heart
A true story that could have been prevented A few years back, I spoke with a man who was going in for open heart surgery. What made this strange was that the man I was talking to ate properly, exercised regularly, and would at the surface not appear to have any reason...
Halloween Tips From Your Dentist
Keep Your Mouth Healthy this Halloween! Halloween is almost here and as dentists we understand that it means candies and costumes. While we would prefer if you ate an apple rather than a candy bar, we’re realistic and understand that you can’t say no to candy forever,...
Toddler Dental Care and Issues
How do I take care of my toddler's teeth? Dental problems in infancy and toddlerhood can impact a child’s oral care journey for the rest of his or her life. The best way to start your child down the right path is to establish healthy oral care habits even before their...
Get Rid of Bad Breath
Fighting Bad Breath Halitosis, or bad breath, is something almost everyone will suffer from at some point. In order to avoid it, you need to know what causes it and what you can do about it. Bad breath is caused by bacterial waste in the mouth. It can be from the...
The Top Most Common Dental Problems
The Three Most Common Dental Problems Despite taking the best care of your teeth, you still tend to end up making an appointment with your dentist to get your latest dental problem treated. This article will address the most common dental issues that people often face...
Dental Implants – An Alternative to Dentures
Benefits of Dental Implants If you are considering dentures, you should be aware of dental implants as a possible replacement solution for your missing teeth. Dental implants are an affordable alternative to traditional dentures. They don't dislodge while eating, they...
What the New Office Will Mean for Patients
Dr. Jonathan McNeil and the staff at Mint Dental Alaska are excited to announce that they will soon be opening a new office! Mint Dental is quickly becoming known as the "hippest dental office in Alaska," and has seen amazing growth lately. They recently had more...
How Does Water Quality Affect Oral Health?
Water Quality and Oral Health Water is one of the most basic needs of humans. Without it, not only will we become dehydrated, but we will also be unable to perform many of our regular activities such as bathing and oral hygiene, cooking, and washing. However, despite...
Outdoor Expeditions and Oral Health
Don't Let Time Outdoors effect your Oral Health! Summer is just around the corner and what is better to do in Alaska than taking a hike? With the gorgeous weather looming and school ending soon, families and individuals are looking forward to a great mountaineering...
How Can Dentists Save Alaskan Wilderness?
Conservation Focused Dentistry Dental professionals who reside in Alaska understand the importance of maintaining the Alaskan Wilderness, although not all practices are sure how to tackle such a vast task. There are small changes that can be made within a dental...
Why Do People Get Crowns?
Getting Crowns instead of other Dental Restorations Crowns are dental restorations that are designed to replace a damaged tooth without having to extract said tooth. A crown is simply cemented on top of the damaged tooth after it has been shaped into an abutment. But...
How Does Cold Weather Affect Oral Hygiene?
Does Cold Weather Affect Oral Hygiene? Tooth sensitivity can increase during the cold winter months. Cold weather can shock the normally 98 degree teeth and gums and create sharp pain in the mouth. Not all people suffer from extreme tooth sensitivity, and it can be...
Effects of Poor Oral Hygiene to your Body
Infographic proof of the Ill Effects of Poor Oral Hygiene You've likely been told since you were a young child that brushing your teeth three times a day is extremely important. Many don't realize just how vital it is to your overall health, not just that of your...
The Worst and Best Teeth Whitening Remedies
What are the Best Teeth Whitening Remedies? The quest for bright white teeth continues. Today, people use almost any means to get them. Use an at-home, all-natural recipe to a whiter smile? Sure. Activated charcoal? Why not? Over-the-counter options? Perfect....
Oral Hygiene and Overbrushing Your Teeth
Are you Overbrushing Your Teeth? When it comes to brushing teeth, most people believe they have the basics down because they have been brushing since they were children. They know brushing and flossing will help fight plaque and protect them against cavities. They...
Thumb Sucking and Dental Care: Helping Your Child Break a Bad Habit
Stop Thumb Sucking Before it Ruins Your Child's Teeth! Many young children resort to thumb-sucking or a pacifier for comfort. It is a natural reflex for babies and toddlers, helping them to feel comforted and secure. Usually they will start thumb-sucking when they are...
How Soon Should You Start Child Dental Care?
Children's Dental Care The high levels of tooth decay in children are shocking. Due to sugar-laden diets and parents’ complacency, children as young as three years old are receiving more invasive dental procedures. In the most extreme cases, all 20 primary teeth are...
5 Reasons the Importance of Flossing can’t be Overstated
The Importance of Flossing Many people believe that as long as they are brushing their teeth on a daily basis, they are doing everything that they need to in order to have great oral health. However, they are often surprised to find out that this isn’t the case....
One in Six Americans Miss Work Due to Oral Health Issues, New Study Shows
Missing Time Due to Oral Health Issues? A new study has revealed just how damaging poor dental hygiene can be to workplace productivity. According to a June 4 article in The Tennessean, the 2014 Delta Dental Oral Health and Wellbeing Survey recently found that...
Millions of British Prioritizing Social Lives Over Dental Health
Importance of Dental Health A new survey suggests that millions of U.K. citizens are endangering their oral health to focus on their social lives instead. According to Rochdale Online, the data1 survey of more than 2,000 people revealed that up to one in five, or 18%,...
How to Choose a Dentist: The Top Five Qualities You Should Look For
How to Choose a Dentist Taking care of your teeth is essential to maintaining a healthy, beautiful smile. A major component of caring for your teeth is seeing a general or family dentist for regular checkups. However, if you don’t have a dentist whom you regularly...
Do You Need an Emergency Dental Appointment?
Do you need an Emergency Dental Appointment? Dental emergencies are a common occurrence. While Americans place an emphasis on dental health — we spend approximately $775 million on toothbrushes each year — sometimes dental complications occur that we can’t predict or...
Four Different Types of Dentists, and How They Can Help You
The Different Types of Dentists Did you know that, according to a survey by USA Today, teeth are the number one thing single people judge in a potential partner? Both women and men rate good teeth as the most important “must have” — more important than shoes, clothes,...
Debunking Four Common Myths About Cosmetic Dentistry
Common Myths About Cosmetic Dentistry Studies show that Americans are spending an astonishing $775 million on toothbrushes every single year. If that seems like a lot, realize that experts recommend you replace your toothbrush at least three or four times a year. So,...
What Is Cosmetic Dentistry and How Can it Benefit You
What Is Cosmetic Dentistry? Before the advent of today’s go-anywhere communication devices, medical doctors were forced to rely on pagers to alert them to emergency developments with their patients. These emergency doctors, through split-second medical decisions, are...
5 Tips for Naturally Fresher Breath
Steps for Naturally Fresher Breath Talking about your breath can be a sensitive subject. At Mint Dental we want our patients to know that they can talk to us about whatever dental concerns they have, without having to feel uncomfortable. Your breath speaks volumes...
Recovering after a Tooth Extraction
Steps to a Smooth Recovery after a Tooth Extraction Losing a tooth isn’t fun, but it can be a positive experience when you take the care and necessary steps to caring for your dental extraction site so that it can heal properly. After tooth extraction pain is normal,...
Oral Cancer Screenings
Why Are Oral Cancer Screenings Important? It’s not just smokers and people that drink alcohol who are at risk for developing oral cancer. New studies show that people in their 20s and 30s are more at risk than ever, partly due to HPV, the virus that also causes...
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