When most people think about their general and family dentist, one of the questions they don’t typically ask – at least not upfront – is “What are their billing practices? How efficiently do their back-office systems run?” But beyond being a concern for dentists and their staff, back-office procedures do have an impact on the […]
Lately, I have had a couple of patients ask about blood disorders and their oral health. There was a recent study published and reviewed by the ADA regarding the home care of patients with hemophilia. Some of the results included that hemophiliacs did not care for their teeth and gums as well as the general […]
Bad Breath is Among “Warning Signs” Of Gum Disease Dr. Seth Monson here from Main Street Dental in Gresham. Do you have bad breath that does not go away with brushing or mouthrinse? It could be a sign of gum disease, a type of infection that may need to be cleaned by a dental hygienist […]
Do you ever wonder when you go to the dentist why your provider ALWAYS seems to want x-rays of your teeth or surrounding areas? Although it may feel this way, dentists tend to not want xrays every single visit to the office. If you are high risk of developing cavities or infections of the jaw […]
Prior to getting a filling, you may be under the impression that they last forever. Sadly the truth is that they are more like tires on a car – they need to be maintained and occasionally changed out. Let’s dive right in! YOU MAY BE SURPRISED TO LEARN that dental fillings don’t last forever! While they […]