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Want a Healthy Mouth? Follow These Helpful Steps
Over the next few weeks we will be sharing the top things that you can do to help keep your mouth healthy. Let's get started with this series. 1. Listen to the Pros A healthy mouth requires routine visits to the dentist. Checkups detect problems early and identify...
It’s Normal for Gums to Bleed When Flossing. Right?
When you floss, have you ever noticed blood on the floss string or pink saliva when you spit? You might not think anything of it. A UK study found that 15% of people who noticed blood in their spit considered it to be totally normal. The truth of the matter is that...
Teething in Infants and Toddlers – Your Guide to the Basics
The team at Apple Valley Dental Group has put together this quick guide to teething in infants, so that you can have the knowledge you need, to take care of your precious child! What Should I Expect? Teething usually starts at around 6 months of age, but can begin at...
So What’s the Big deal About Skipping Flossing?
What’s your dental care routine like? You probably brush with a good amount of toothpaste. You likely reach all surfaces of your teeth, and mouthwash might be something you use after you rinse. Sounds like the perfect technique, right? But, what about flossing? Are...
What Is Gum Disease Anyway?
Believe it or not, gum disease is very common; it affects over half of adults aged 30+ years. Gum disease, aka periodontal disease, is an infection or inflammation of the gum line or the tissue that surrounds and supports your teeth. It doesn’t always hurt, and it’s...
An Endoscopic Approach to Placing Dental Implants
Recently Dr. Byers had the opportunity to attend a continuing education course on dental implants from the International Dental Implant Association convention. While there he had the opportunity to learn about a revolutionary new technique in placing dental implants...
The 5 Most Common Warning Signs of Impacted Wisdom Teeth
Wisdom tooth removal is one of the most common dental operations in America. Around 85% of Americans have their wisdom teeth removed, due to the high risk of complications like tooth impaction, teeth shifting, and other hazards. So how can you tell if your wisdom...
What To Do If A Tooth Gets Knocked Out
If you or a loved one experiences a knocked out tooth, don’t panic! With this step-by-step guide from Apple Valley Dental Group, you can preserve your tooth, minimize pain, and get the emergency dental care you need. 1. Schedule An Emergency Dentist Appointment...
How to Manage Your Oral Health if You Have Diabetes
For those of with diabetes, oral health needs to be taken into special account. Millions of people around the world are afflicted with diabetes and while the main symptoms are obvious, many diabetics overlook the potential negative health consequences of diabetes when...
Opalescence-The Secret to Having White Teeth Forever
Everybody wants to have white teeth. Nobody wants to show people an unsightly yellow smile, or see one in the mirror for that matter. Having white teeth can greatly improve your self-confidence and have a noticeable impact on your life. Keeping your teeth white as you...
Pregnancy Gingivitis and Oral Tumors
Pregnancy Gingivitis and Oral Tumors Pregnancy is a busy time for a woman’s body. The hormone changes and other changes that happen can be disorienting for women. There are so many little things to remember while you are pregnant that it can be hard to keep up with...
Bad Breath Leaves a Bad Impression – Learn How to Eliminate Chronic Halitosis
Bad breath is something we’ve all experienced at one point or another. Maybe you were on the delivering end and watched as the person you were talking to cringed and contorted while you were talking to them. Or maybe you’ve had the unpleasant experience of talking to...
How the Dentist Can Help With Sleep Apnea
Sleep apnea is a terrible thing. The term itself is derived from greek origins and means to be without breath. Clinical sleep apnea is described as having pauses in your breathing during sleep which can last anywhere from seconds to minutes and can happen up to 30...
Temporomandibular Joint Disorders: What are they and how can they be treated?
The temporomandibular joints (TMJ) are found on both sides of the head below the ears, connecting the jawbone to the skull. These joints enable actions like yawning, chewing and speaking. When these joints aren’t functioning correctly, severe headaches, jaw pain,...
Overcoming Dental Phobia
Are you afraid of going to the dentist? If so you are not alone; it is estimated that 75% of Americans experience some degree of anxiety or fear over going to the dentist. Most people can manage their dental anxiety and it doesn’t cause them to avoid the dentist for...
What to do About Teeth Grinding and Clenching
Do you often wake up in the morning with a sore jaw or a headache? Does your partner or roommate hear grinding noises emanating while you are asleep? If so, you may have a problem with grinding or clenching your teeth; dentists have a name for this: bruxism. If the...
Importance of High Quality Dentures and What To Do If Your Dentures Get Damaged
If you are considering getting a set of dentures you may wonder if it is worthwhile to invest in high quality dentures when there are other options available at a lower price. Why should I pay more money for better quality dentures? You will be using and wearing your...
What factors go into deciding whether to perform a root canal or to place an implant?
You have just gotten the bad news from the dentist: that aching tooth of yours has been severely compromised from decay, trauma or periodontal disease. Now you and your dentist must decide whether to work to save the tooth, or to replace it with an implant. What...