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Sugar Consumption & Your Health, With Family & General Dentist in Puyallup, WA

Puyallup Park Dental

Feb 27
4 min

Sugar Consumption & Your Health, With Family & General Dentist in Puyallup, WA

How much sugar did the average person consume in the 1700s vs. today? And what does our increased sugar consumption do to our oral, mental and physical health? The answers aren’t pretty – but the reality is that added sugars are found in the majority of our foods and drinks today, and our sugar habits are causing serious and sometimes life-threatening health issues. Understanding the reasons and impacts of our consumption choices can help us make better decisions to benefit o

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What Are Our Teeth Made Of? Tooth Anatomy & Function, With Puyallup, WA General & Family Dentist

Puyallup Park Dental

Jan 27
3 min

What Are Our Teeth Made Of? Tooth Anatomy & Function, With Puyallup, WA General & Family Dentist

Would you consider your teeth as living things? It might come as a surprise given how hard they are, but our teeth are indeed living things! Human teeth have a unique structure and four distinct types of dental tissue, all of which work together to keep teeth healthy and strong. The three parts that make up a tooth’s structure are: crown, neck and root. The four types of dental tissue are: enamel, dentin, cementum and pulp. Let’s take a closer look into the anatomy of a tooth

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What Is Oral Biofilm; How Does it Impact Oral Health? Puyallup, WA Family & General Dentist Explains

Puyallup Park Dental

Jan 9
3 min

What Is Oral Biofilm; How Does it Impact Oral Health? Puyallup, WA Family & General Dentist Explains

Do you know how much bacteria is in the human mouth? Estimates vary between 500 to 700 different species of bacteria, and between 6 million and 20 million microbes of bacteria in the mouth at any given time! Those billions of bacteria adhere to each other and to surfaces within the mouth – teeth, gums, inner cheeks, tongue, and form a complex, slimy, sticky substance called biofilm. Dental biofilm can actually aid oral health. Besides containing hundreds of varieties of both

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How to Fight Sugar Cravings, With Your Puyallup, Washington Family & General Dentist

Puyallup Park Dental

Oct 31, 2022
4 min

How to Fight Sugar Cravings, With Your Puyallup, Washington Family & General Dentist

People today consume an astounding amount of sugar – nearly 300% of the recommended amount! Over the past few decades, added sugars in our food and drinks have been linked to drastic spikes in the prevalence of obesity and diabetes in the U.S. Other serious health issues linked with increased sugar consumption include: heart and lung diseases, stroke, cancer, mood disorders like depression, and tooth decay. It is all too easy to default to grabbing a sugar-laden drink or snac

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Coffee and Your Oral Health, With Restorative & General Dentist in Puyallup, WA

Puyallup Park Dental

Sep 30, 2022
3 min

Coffee and Your Oral Health, With Restorative & General Dentist in Puyallup, WA

Are you a daily coffee drinker? 64% of American adults are! In fact, Americans drink about 400 million cups of coffee every single day. All of that daily coffee consumption begs the question: What does drinking coffee do to our mouths? And, is coffee good or bad for oral health? The answer depends largely on how you drink your coffee. Are you a fan of americanos, frappuccinos, lattes, cappuccinos, or do you take your coffee black? Do you drink one or two cups of coffee in the

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Sinus Lift Surgery: What It Is and What To Expect, With Puyallup, WA Restorative & Implant Dentist

Puyallup Park Dental

Sep 3, 2022
2 min

Sinus Lift Surgery: What It Is and What To Expect, With Puyallup, WA Restorative & Implant Dentist

If you plan to get a dental implant, you might be told that you need sinus lift surgery first. But what exactly is a sinus lift, and why is it needed? We want to provide you with all the details you need to feel informed and confident as you prepare for your sinus lift procedure. Ahead, we’ll answer frequently asked questions about sinus lift surgery. What is a Sinus Lift? A sinus lift (aka sinus augmentation) is a procedure that lifts the floor of the existing sinus membrane

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Fluoride: Nature’s Cavity Protector! How it Works, With Puyallup, WA General & Family Dentist

Puyallup Park Dental

Jul 5, 2022
3 min

Fluoride: Nature’s Cavity Protector! How it Works, With Puyallup, WA General & Family Dentist

What is Fluoride? Fluoride (pronounced “floor-eyed”) is a naturally occurring mineral found nearly everywhere on earth – in air, soil, water, and in many foods and drinks. Nicknamed “nature’s cavity protector,” fluoride significantly decreases the risk of dental cavities by strengthening tooth enamel. The Fluoride Discovery In the 1930s, scientists discovered that people who drank water with naturally occurring fluoride levels of or greater than 1 part fluoride per 1 million

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

Puyallup Park Dental

Apr 29, 2022
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, 2022
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, 2022
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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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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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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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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