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All About Tooth Fairy Day +Ways to Celebrate With Your Kids! Puyallup, WA Family & General Dentist

Puyallup Park Dental

Feb 28
3 min

All About Tooth Fairy Day +Ways to Celebrate With Your Kids! Puyallup, WA Family & General Dentist

National Tooth Fairy Day is February 28th! Healthy baby teeth are so important for a young child’s health and development – they aid young children’s digestion, speech and social development; they help the jaw and other facial features develop properly; and they guide adult teeth into the correct positions. If a child’s baby teeth are decayed, or lost or pulled too early, the child may suffer from difficulties in development as well as crooked adult teeth and other dental pro

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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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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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Which Animal has the Largest Tooth? Fun Facts with Family & General Dentist in Puyallup, WA

Puyallup Park Dental

Jun 22, 2021
2 min

Which Animal has the Largest Tooth? Fun Facts with Family & General Dentist in Puyallup, WA

Which animal has the largest tooth in the entire animal kingdom? The first animal that might come to mind is perhaps a tiger or lion, and they do indeed have an impressively and intimidating set of teeth! But the animal that hands-down wins this category may surprise you: it is the beautiful, mysterious “Unicorn of the Sea”: the Narwhal! #FunFact: The Narwhal’s Famed Horn is Actually a Tooth --And growing up to an incredible 10 feet long, the narwhal’s tooth easily wins Large

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The Common Signs & Symptoms of Oral Cancer, Explained by Puyallup, WA Family & General Dentist

Puyallup Park Dental

May 24, 2021
2 min

The Common Signs & Symptoms of Oral Cancer, Explained by Puyallup, WA Family & General Dentist

Have you had an oral cancer screening lately? We know it sounds scary, but we highly recommend that all adults get regular oral cancer screenings in order to control a potentially much scarier thing. It’s a sad truth that the majority of people who are diagnosed with oral cancers do not survive beyond 5 years, simply because oral cancers so often go undiagnosed and untreated until their later stages. Early detection is key to a higher chance of successful treatment of oral ca

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What are the Risk Factors of Oral Cancer? Your Puyallup, WA General & Family Dentist Explains

Puyallup Park Dental

Apr 26, 2021
3 min

What are the Risk Factors of Oral Cancer? Your Puyallup, WA General & Family Dentist Explains

April is Oral Cancer Awareness Month, a time to raise awareness on the importance of regular oral cancer screening. Though it may sound intimidating, oral cancer screening is a simple exam that your dentist can perform during your regular dental checkup - and it’s the best way to detect and treat oral and oropharyngeal cancers (cancers of the mouth and upper throat) early, while the likelihood of effective treatment and full recovery are best! Sobering Facts about Oral Cancer

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Instantly Brighten Your Smile With These Makeup Tricks - Shared by Puyallup, WA Cosmetic Dentist

Puyallup Park Dental

Mar 25, 2021
2 min

Instantly Brighten Your Smile With These Makeup Tricks - Shared by Puyallup, WA Cosmetic Dentist

While regular brushing and flossing are the best ways to keep your teeth as white and healthy as they can be, there are several quick makeup tricks that can instantly brighten your smile. Try out these easy techniques to make your teeth look whiter, instantly! Choose a Blue-Based Lip Color Warm-toned lipsticks with an orange base will reflect on teeth and make them look more yellow than they really are, while cool-toned lipsticks with a blue base make teeth look whiter. Try l

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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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