Do you get sweaty palms when you go to the dentist? A pounding heart, at the mere thought of having a cavity filled? Dental anxiety is brutal – but with sedation dentistry in Boise, it doesn’t have to be that way. Many people who fret about the dentist over issues large and small have chosen […]
Family Dentistry in Boise: Instill Good Brushing Habits
New Boise parents may be surprised by the latest in family dentistry and infant oral care. Parents are advised to begin brushing their baby’s teeth as soon as the first teeth emerge. Brand-new teeth, the American Dental Association reminds us all, are just as vulnerable to cavities as older teeth. ADA guidelines are to use a […]
Dental Implants Are Changing Dentures
If you are one of the many denture wearers in Boise, you know that dentures are not an ideal solution for missing teeth. Problems with dentures include slipping, gum irritation, trouble eating and talking, bone loss, and an inability to taste food due to a covered palate. To put it plainly, dentures do not feel […]
A Maximum Upgrade With Mini Implants
Though they are not as well known as conventional dental implants, mini implants are being used successfully to improve smiles. Our team at Blaisdell Family Dentistry in the Boise, Eagle or Meridian ID area has helped many patients improve their smile with mini implants. What Can Mini Implants Do? Mini implants can support a restoration for one […]
Blaisdell Family Dentistry On Jaw Bone Deterioration
Hello friends of Blaisdell Family Dentistry! Today’s post focuses on jaw bone health. To remain dense, your jaw bone needs to be consistently stimulated by the pressure of chewing, biting, and talking. Each tooth has a root structure attached to the surrounding bone material. As each tooth absorbs the forces of everyday mouth function, it […]
6 Reasons To Ditch Your Dentures For Dental Implants
For thousands of years, dentures have been allowing people to chew foods harder than mashed bananas and flash some teeth when they smile. However, Boise denture wearers know how unstable, irritating, embarrassing, and inconvenient they can be. Today, Boise dental patients with missing teeth are fortunate to have a tooth replacement choice that is far […]