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You’re a health-conscious shopper. When choosing healthy snacks at the grocery store, you’ll pick up that yogurt container and take a look at the nutrition label. Low in calories and added sugar? Check. And so that yogurt finds a home in your shopping cart. But you may have overlooked something. We all understand that most […]
For most people, February means chocolates and expressions of love. For a dentist, February is special because it’s National Children’s Dental Health Month (NCDHM). This month we dedicate ourselves to educating families about pediatric dental hygiene. The 2020 NCDHM slogan is “Fluoride in water prevents cavities! Get it from the tap!” 2020 marks the 75th […]
There are many reasons patients don’t particularly enjoy traditional braces, despite how dramatic an impact they can have on your appearance and oral health. If only we could somehow make them invisible and removable… If you think invisible braces sound like a pipe dream, you might be surprised to learn that we have them right […]
Did you know that poor dental health is linked to other serious health risks? Your Boise dentist can be your first line of defense not just for your teeth, but your overall health as well. Come on in and say “aaaahhhh” and there is a lot that your dentist can learn about you. For instance, […]
One out of six children in the United States are obese by the age of five, and the rates just keep going up with age. While there are many factors that can contribute to weight gain, a lot probably has to do with the fact that 99 percent of toddlers consume more added sugar per […]
Does your choice in toothpaste really matter? Yes. In fact, choosing the right toothpaste is one of the most important oral health decisions you can make! The American Dental Association recently affirmed what dentists have been saying for a long time — fluoride toothpaste prevents cavities! As a dentist, I’m here to tell you that […]
Do loved ones constantly give you grief about your snoring? Do they complain about the nonstop sound, or the many interrupted nights of sleep your snoring has caused them? Well, it’s time to take action. What Really Causes Snoring? The direct cause of snoring is vibration of the soft tissues of your mouth and throat. […]
A stunning smile can be a person’s most attractive feature. A great smile expresses good health, confidence, and sincerity. It becomes part of your identity and is an area many are self-conscious about. That’s why it’s important that you’re happy with how your smile looks. Our practice brings the very best of cosmetic treatment to […]
Regular dental exams offer many benefits, but the most important might be the inclusion of oral cancer screenings in our Boise dental practice. Your dentist is your first line of defense against oral cancer. Early detection leads to early diagnosis, and that means early intervention is possible. April is Oral Cancer Awareness Month, and I […]
With spring on its way, many people decide it’s time to deep clean their homes. The idea is to do thorough cleaning, the kind that gets stuff clean in places your normal, daily cleaning just doesn’t reach. Just as it’s good for your home to occasionally deep clean your kitchen, it’s good for your health […]
