The topic of today’s post is malocclusion, which means “bad bite”. Edward Angle, a pioneer in modern orthodontics invented the term malocclusion. Malocclusion is fairly common in the population as a whole but, fortunately, in most cases, the misalignment is so slight that it causes no troubles. When you combine multiple teeth on two arches and […]
Cosmetic vs General Dentistry in Boise
Today’s article explains how cosmetic dentistry and general dentistry in Boise are different. General dentists are dedicated to preventing and treating oral diseases such as cavities and gum disease. When a problem is diagnosed, let’s say, a cavity between two teeth, a dentist will determine the best way to restore the tooth with general dentistry in […]
Been A While Since You’ve Visited a Dentist in Boise?
If you are looking for an experienced family dentist in Boise, we invite you to come in for a complete dental consultation. Nervous? You Are Not Alone The very idea of visiting a dentist holds a negative connotation for many individuals. If you are an adult with dental anxiety, here are a few recommendations that […]
Improving Dental Health in Boise: Beware Of An Acidic Diet
Most individuals don’t think of a tooth as a body part that varies in strength. Our teeth seem to have a steady hardness and they dependably grind food whenever we need them. However, teeth are dynamic organisms with nonstop chemical processes. The protective enamel that covers the softer interior consists of minerals. Enamel demineralizes and loses […]
A Teenage Smile Without The Metal
Many adults want to look younger by straightening their teeth but having a mouthful of obtrusive teenager-style metal braces is not exactly what they had in mind. If you are not pleased with your misaligned teeth, you may be interested to hear about the new, discrete straightening techniques now available for people of all ages. […]
Toothbrush Tantrums: When Your Child Won’t Brush
Your child’s primary teeth, or baby teeth, are just as essential to their health, speech development, and self-esteem as their permanent teeth. Some Boise parents we meet at Blaisdell Family Dentistry hold the misconception that the care of primary teeth is secondary to adult teeth, since they will eventually fall out. The truth is that […]