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    Should You Use a Custom Mouth Guard? Restorative & General Dentist in Puyallup, WA Answers
    Puyallup Park Dental
    • Apr 29
    • 3 min

    Should You Use a Custom Mouth Guard? Restorative & General Dentist in Puyallup, WA Answers

    Imagine losing a front tooth due to a sports injury, or painfully cracking a tooth due to habitual teeth grinding. The trauma of the injury would be distressing enough on its own, but simple enjoyments and daily routines like eating, speaking and smiling would also be affected. In many cases, dental injury is preventable with mouth guards! Mouthguard Uses Sports & Recreation: Teeth are extremely vulnerable to damage when they are not properly protected while playing contact s
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    What are Inlays and Onlays? Learn With Your Puyallup, WA Restorative and Cosmetic Dentist
    Puyallup Park Dental
    • Mar 31
    • 2 min

    What are Inlays and Onlays? Learn With Your Puyallup, WA Restorative and Cosmetic Dentist

    You've heard of dental fillings and crowns, but have you heard of inlays and onlays? In the past, dental crowns were always the go-to solution for restoring teeth too damaged to be repaired with fillings. But today, there are intermediary options: Inlays and Onlays. What are Inlays and Onlays? Inlays and onlays (also known as indirect fillings) are strong, durable tooth restorations that are custom made to repair a tooth, and are great options for restoring teeth with medium
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    How Can You Prevent Baby Bottle Tooth Decay? Puyallup, WA Family & General Dentist Answers!
    Puyallup Park Dental
    • Feb 1
    • 3 min

    How Can You Prevent Baby Bottle Tooth Decay? Puyallup, WA Family & General Dentist Answers!

    Baby teeth may be temporary, but they are incredibly important! They play a big role in a growing child’s speech, digestion, and social development, and also serve as placeholders that help guide adult teeth into their correct positions. And because they’re so important to a young child’s health and development, it is very important to prevent cavities in baby teeth. What is Baby Bottle Tooth Decay? Tooth decay in infants and toddlers is called baby bottle tooth decay (also c
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    The Top 6 Popular Cosmetic Dental Treatments in Puyallup, WA, Explained By Our Cosmetic Dentist
    Puyallup Park Dental
    • Dec 17, 2021
    • 4 min

    The Top 6 Popular Cosmetic Dental Treatments in Puyallup, WA, Explained By Our Cosmetic Dentist

    Wish you could improve your smile? Your smile is often the first thing people notice about you, and many view an attractive smile as an important social and career asset. Many of today’s cosmetic dental treatments have a restorative component along with their aesthetic purpose, and work doubly to improve your smile while also improving your oral health. Listed below are the 6 most popular cosmetic dental treatments today. Teeth Whitening Teeth Whitening is probably the most p
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    Are Manual or Electric Toothbrushes Better? Your Puyallup, WA Family & General Dentist Answers!
    Puyallup Park Dental
    • Oct 26, 2021
    • 2 min

    Are Manual or Electric Toothbrushes Better? Your Puyallup, WA Family & General Dentist Answers!

    Do you use an electric toothbrush or a regular one? Does one type seem like it cleans your teeth better than the other? The truth is that both manual and electric toothbrushes are great at cleaning your teeth effectively, as long as they are used properly! That said, there are several pros and cons that may make one type a better choice for you over the other. Let’s take a look! Manual Toothbrush Pros: Affordable and easy to replace - Standard toothbrushes are widely availabl
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    Do You Have Tonsil Stones? Causes, Symptoms & Treatments, With Puyallup,WA  Family & General Dentist
    Puyallup Park Dental
    • Sep 28, 2021
    • 3 min

    Do You Have Tonsil Stones? Causes, Symptoms & Treatments, With Puyallup,WA Family & General Dentist

    Have you ever seen white-ish or yellow-ish lumps that look like they are embedded in the back of your throat? These are likely tonsil stones (also called tonsilloliths), which are hardened deposits of debris and bacteria buildup in the craggy crevices of the tonsils. Tonsil stones are fairly common, and often treatable at home. Causes of Tonsil Stones Tonsil stones form when bacteria and material like dead cells, food debris, mucus and saliva get trapped in the tonsil crypts
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    Are All Artificial Sweeteners the Same? Your Puyallup, WA Family & General Dentist Breaks Them Down
    Puyallup Park Dental
    • Aug 31, 2021
    • 3 min

    Are All Artificial Sweeteners the Same? Your Puyallup, WA Family & General Dentist Breaks Them Down

    Are you trying to cut down on sugar? As dentists and health professionals, we definitely support that choice! But be aware: though many drinks and foods claim that they are “diet” and sugar-free, not all artificial sweeteners are created equal. But how do artificial sweeteners and sugar substitutes affect the health of our mouth and teeth? Scientists are still learning about the health effects that various sugar substitutes have on the human body, but we do know that artifici
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    What is Cariogenicity? Learn What Foods Cause Cavities, with Puyallup, WA General & Family Dentist
    Puyallup Park Dental
    • Jul 23, 2021
    • 3 min

    What is Cariogenicity? Learn What Foods Cause Cavities, with Puyallup, WA General & Family Dentist

    cariogenic car·​i·​o·​gen·​ic | \ ˌker-ē-ə-ˈje-nik , -ˈjē- \ adjective producing or promoting the development of tooth decay1 Did you know that some foods are more likely to cause cavities than other foods? If a certain type of food is highly cariogenic, it has a high potential for producing or promoting tooth decay (aka caries, aka cavities). What Influences Cariogenicity? Here are the biggest factors: How long a food is kept in the mouth The physical form of the food (liqu
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    Puyallup, WA Family & General Dentist Says: Choose Water (Nature’s Drink) for You & Your Children!
    Puyallup Park Dental
    • Feb 23, 2021
    • 2 min

    Puyallup, WA Family & General Dentist Says: Choose Water (Nature’s Drink) for You & Your Children!

    Each year throughout National Children’s Dental Health Month in February, the American Dental Association brings together dental health professionals, caregivers, parents, and teachers to give children the best start on oral health. This year’s NCDHM theme is “Water: Nature’s Drink.” Let’s explore how and why water is so important for good dental health! What Water Does for Your Smile Strengthens Your Teeth - Drinking water with fluoride is one of the easiest things you can d
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    What Are The Worst Foods For Your Teeth? Puyallup, WA Family & General Dentist Breaks Them Down
    Puyallup Park Dental
    • Jan 26, 2021
    • 3 min

    What Are The Worst Foods For Your Teeth? Puyallup, WA Family & General Dentist Breaks Them Down

    As the saying goes, “you are what you eat” - and there’s no better place to see this than in your mouth! Many of the foods and drinks that we consume actively encourage the growth of bacteria-laden plaque in our mouths, which is a main factor in the development of cavities (aka tooth decay). And if you don’t clean your teeth properly, plaque eventually hardens into tartar, which contributes to gum disease and can only be removed with special tools by a dentist or hygienist. L
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    4 New Year’s Resolutions for a Happier, Healthier Smile, With Puyallup, WA Family & General Dentist
    Puyallup Park Dental
    • Dec 29, 2020
    • 3 min

    4 New Year’s Resolutions for a Happier, Healthier Smile, With Puyallup, WA Family & General Dentist

    2020 is almost over, finally! It’s been an extremely strange and challenging year, but we’re ready to turn the page and start a new, brighter chapter in 2021. Check out our suggestions for a New Year’s Resolution to help you kick off 2021 with a healthier, happier smile! Floss! The truth is, we always know when our patients are fudging the truth about how often they floss - the proof is all over your gums and teeth! Sticky, bacteria-laden plaque is constantly forming on and b
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    All About Cosmetic Dental Contouring, AKA Tooth Reshaping - With Puyallup, WA Cosmetic Dentist
    Puyallup Park Dental
    • Dec 3, 2020
    • 2 min

    All About Cosmetic Dental Contouring, AKA Tooth Reshaping - With Puyallup, WA Cosmetic Dentist

    Do minor dental imperfections make you afraid to smile? Tooth reshaping, aka dental contouring, may be right for you! There are actually a lot of different names for it - enameloplasty, odontoplasty, stripping, slenderizing - but they all refer to the same simple cosmetic dental procedure that can fix slightly imperfect teeth quickly, painlessly and affordably. How it Works: Tooth reshaping is a simple and painless procedure. Your dentist uses tools like drills, lasers or pro
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    Straight Teeth Without the Braces! Invisible Aligners Explained by Cosmetic Dentist in Puyallup, WA
    Puyallup Park Dental
    • Oct 19, 2020
    • 2 min

    Straight Teeth Without the Braces! Invisible Aligners Explained by Cosmetic Dentist in Puyallup, WA

    Wish you had straighter teeth, but don’t want a mouth full of metal brackets and wires? Invisible aligners could be a great choice for you! Invisible aligners are a custom made series of snug-fitting clear aligners that gently straighten your teeth over the course of several months, and are virtually undetectable when worn. Who Can Use Invisible Aligners? Invisible aligners are an excellent option for older teens and adults. Children and younger teens are usually not good can
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    Can Gum Disease Be Healed? Yes! Your General & Family Dentist in Puyallup, Washington Explains How
    Puyallup Park Dental
    • Sep 17, 2020
    • 2 min

    Can Gum Disease Be Healed? Yes! Your General & Family Dentist in Puyallup, Washington Explains How

    Gum disease may be very common and have quite serious and permanent consequences if left untreated, but it is also very treatable at nearly every stage! Thanks to modern dentistry, there are many treatment options that can halt the disease’s progress and even reverse it entirely. The treatment type your doctor will recommend depends on the stage of gum disease. Treatment For Early Stages (Gingivitis) Gingivitis is usually very easy to heal and eliminate with good oral hygiene
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    1 in 2 Americans Have Gum Disease; General Dentist in Puyallup, WA Explains Stages and Symptoms
    Puyallup Park Dental
    • Aug 31, 2020
    • 2 min

    1 in 2 Americans Have Gum Disease; General Dentist in Puyallup, WA Explains Stages and Symptoms

    Did you know that 1 in 2 American adults have some stage of gum disease? Besides causing permanent tissue, bone and tooth loss if left untreated, gum disease is also linked to numerous other health issues throughout the body including heart and lung diseases, diabetes, stroke, dementia, and pregnancy complications. The good news is that gum disease is nearly entirely preventable with good oral hygiene and care, and usually can even be reversed with appropriate care and treat
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    Suffering From TMJ Disorder? Your General and Family Dentist in Puyallup, Washington Can Help!
    Puyallup Park Dental
    • Jul 30, 2020
    • 2 min

    Suffering From TMJ Disorder? Your General and Family Dentist in Puyallup, Washington Can Help!

    Do you frequently have jaw pain, trouble chewing, or experience recurrent jaw clicking or popping? You may be suffering from TMJ (temporomandibular joint) Disorder - a common condition that affects over 35 million people in the U.S. Often abbreviated TMD or TMJD, this disorder affects women more than men - in fact, about 90% of all TMJD sufferers are women in their childbearing years. A number of factors likely contribute to this imbalance, including: stress, hormonal differe
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    Which Denture Type Is Best For You? Your General & Family Dentist in Puyallup, Washington Answers
    Puyallup Park Dental
    • Jun 29, 2020
    • 2 min

    Which Denture Type Is Best For You? Your General & Family Dentist in Puyallup, Washington Answers

    denture[ den-cher ] / ˈdɛn tʃər / noun an artificial replacement of one or several of the teeth (partial denture), or all of the teeth (full denture) of either or both jaws; dental prosthesis.1 When one sees the word “denture,” more likely than not what comes to mind is a full set of upper and lower artificial teeth in gum-colored base. But dentures actually come in many different types and forms, and can replace anywhere between one missing tooth and all the teeth on an arch
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    Cosmetic & General Dentist in Puyallup, Washington Lists Candies That Are Good For Your Teeth
    Puyallup Park Dental
    • Jan 10, 2020
    • 2 min

    Cosmetic & General Dentist in Puyallup, Washington Lists Candies That Are Good For Your Teeth

    It might sound too good to be true: Candy that’s good for your teeth? It’s true: there are a few types of candy that are actually great for your oral health! Chewing Gum can be great for your teeth - as long as it is sugarless gum. Chewing gum increases the production of saliva, which plays an essential role in neutralizing acids in the mouth and preventing bad breath and tooth decay. Gum with sugar would negate any positive effects, since the sugar would only provide a feast
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    The Different Types of Impacted Wisdom Teeth, Explained By Your General Dentist in Puyallup, WA
    Puyallup Park Dental
    • Dec 9, 2019
    • 2 min

    The Different Types of Impacted Wisdom Teeth, Explained By Your General Dentist in Puyallup, WA

    Approximately 5 million wisdom teeth are removed in the U.S. every year! Because our jaws have evolved to be too small to fit third molars (aka wisdom teeth), they often grow in incorrectly - pushing against other teeth, erupting at an angle, sometimes even getting stuck in the jaw bone. Some lucky people have wisdom teeth that grow in correctly and do not need to get them removed, and an even smaller number of lucky people do not grow wisdom teeth at all! However, chances ar
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