general dentistry

  1. The Worst Food For Your Teeth

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    Do You Know Which Foods Are Bad For Your Teeth?   When it comes to taking care of your teeth, most people are well aware of the fact that certain foods are worse for overall oral health than others. As a child, almost everyone is told that sugar is bad for their teeth and that if they eat a lot of sweets they are setting themselves up for disaster in the future. While we here at Bitterroot De…Read More

  2. Our Favorite Summer Treat Damages Teeth

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    When summer rolls around each year, we can finally stow away the slow cooker, along with its soups, stews, and chilis, and make room in the freezer for a few pints of ice cream. In fact, there are plenty of common foods found in summer diets across the country that are pretty unique to the warmer months. Today, we’ll give a dentist’s point-of-view on the dangers teeth face from ice cream, the …Read More

  3. 6 Summer-Worthy Dental Tips

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    Within a couple of weeks before and after this entry, schools will release kids young and old out into the world for days, weeks, or months of fun in the sun. In any case, summer vacation represents the perfect time for a dentist appointment and an even better time to begin (or maintain) good dental habits at home. Our 6 Tips for Summer Break Dental Habits While the dentist may not be the first th…Read More

  4. Best Foods for a Healthy Smile: Part 2

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    Welcome back to our latest blog series. In this series, we are discussing the top foods to be eating to keep your smile bright, white, and beaming. With spring almost in session, it will be time for picnics, camping trips, and lazy days in the sun. Most people want to make sure that their bodies are prepared for the extra activity they will soon be participating in and that is why they decide to c…Read More

  5. Best Foods for a Healthy Smile: Part 1

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    Spring may seem like it's still forever away, but in actuality, it’s closer than we think. With spring right around the corner, you may be dreaming of sunny afternoons, days at the pool, and lazy Sunday afternoons eating your favorite treats on a patio. Many individuals decide that they want to start a new routine to get their “summer body” prepared. This can mean anything from creating a ro…Read More

  6. Am I Brushing Enough?

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    One question our Missoula dentist gets all too often is simply “am I brushing enough?” While we typically can’t definitively say whether or not a given person is actually dedicating as much time and energy to brushing as they should, it is safe to say that most people do not. When Enough is Enough Any dentist, in Missoula and across the country, will likely tell you the same thing: Brush twi…Read More

  7. Common Root Canal Myths

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    There is quite a lot of mythology regarding the dreaded root canal floating around in our society, but much of it is either outdated or entirely untrue. Today, we will debunk many of the root canal therapy myths and the fear they cause patients everywhere when their dentist suggests the treatment. Understanding Root Canal Therapy Save Your Teeth The biggest myth about root canals is that they are …Read More

  8. The State of Soda Tax

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    There are a number of controversial things appearing on local ballots across the country, but for many cities one of the big ticket items is centered around condemning sugary drinks to the same “sin tax” currently enjoyed by alcohol and tobacco. Is this so-called “soda tax” actually going to be effective, and why is it even a point of consideration? Today, our Missoula dental office will d…Read More

  9. Benefits of Digital X-Rays

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    For over 100 years, the utilization of x-rays in dental care has provided dentists and patients alike with a way to see tooth decay, bone issues, and other unseen problems from the inside. There are, however, drawbacks to the radiation necessary for this inside view; in addition, the technological limitations of printable x-ray sheets are evident in the low-quality and timely upload and download t…Read More

  10. Alcohol & Oral Health: Duller Smile

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    In our previous blog, we talked about the dangers associated with increased oral cancer rates from alcohol abuse. Many of us, however, don’t habitually misuse alcohol; still, by drinking beer, mixed drinks, and even wine, you could be diminishing your smile in a number of ways. Alcohol & Common Oral Health Damage While alcohol doesn’t directly create oral health problems for those that cho…Read More