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

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Oct 19, 2020
2 min

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

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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Healing Gum Disease; Your General Dentist in Bellevue, Washington Describes Treatment Options

Bellevue Park Dental

Sep 17, 2020
2 min

Healing Gum Disease; Your General Dentist in Bellevue, Washington Describes Treatment Options

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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The Stages and Symptoms of Gum Disease, Described By Your General Dentist in Bellevue, Washington

Bellevue Park Dental

Aug 31, 2020
2 min

The Stages and Symptoms of Gum Disease, Described By Your General Dentist in Bellevue, Washington

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 Bellevue, Washington Can Help!

Bellevue Park Dental

Jul 30, 2020
2 min

Suffering From TMJ Disorder? Your General and Family Dentist in Bellevue, 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 Bellevue, Washington Answers

Bellevue Park Dental

Jun 29, 2020
2 min

Which Denture Type Is Best For You? Your General & Family Dentist in Bellevue, 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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Residents in Bellevue, Washington Ask: How Can I Boost My Calcium Intake Without Dairy?

Bellevue Park Dental

Feb 21, 2020
3 min

Residents in Bellevue, Washington Ask: How Can I Boost My Calcium Intake Without Dairy?

Calcium is essential for strong, healthy teeth and bones! And though we all know that milk and cheese are excellent sources of calcium, what if you are lactose intolerant, vegan, or simply don’t like the taste of dairy? Fortunately, there are plenty of calcium-rich foods that don’t contain a drop of milk, many of which are plant-based. The basic recommended daily intake (RDI) of calcium per day for adults is 1,000mg (1,200mg for women aged 51 years and older). The following f

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Candy That Is Actually Good For Your Smiles, Explained by Cosmetic Dentist in Bellevue, Washington

Bellevue Park Dental

Jan 10, 2020
2 min

Candy That Is Actually Good For Your Smiles, Explained by Cosmetic Dentist in Bellevue, Washington

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 Bellevue, WA

Bellevue Park Dental

Nov 20, 2019
2 min

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