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What Does a Cavity Look Like?

Posted by on February 1, 2021

Many of our patients (or people who are not yet patients), wonder: “Can I tell whether or not I have a cavity without going to the dentist?” It’s a fair question, but before we continue we should take a second to point out that cavities are a serious dental condition, and if you do suspect […]

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Gresham Oral Cancer Screening

Posted by on December 28, 2020

WHEN PEOPLE GO TO THE DENTIST, it’s generally because they have a toothache, they need some dental work done, or they want to get their teeth cleaned. Of course your dentist will make sure you don’t have any cavities, but what you may not realize is that regular dental exams could actually save your life. Let’s take […]

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How to Clean Your Own Teeth

Posted by on December 18, 2020

Our work as a Gresham family dentist means that we do a lot of teeth cleaning. But what we do doesn’t count for much without diligent care at home. Fun fact of the day, did you know that 25% of adults do not brush their teeth twice a day, increasing their risk of developing tooth […]

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Commonly Asked Questions About Fluoride

Posted by on October 14, 2020

Within recent years, there has been active controversy about the use of fluoride in Portland, Oregon’s drinking water. Much fear over the fluoridation of water is due to a lack of understanding about its role in teeth health. Whatever decisions you make about the role of fluoride in your dental health program should be made […]

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Teeth Whitening Q&A

Posted by on September 14, 2020

At Main St Dental Gresham, we get a fair amount of questions from our patients about teeth whitening. Here are a few of the more common ones, along with some basic answers. If you’d like to learn more about modern teeth whitening methods, contact us today to start the conversation – our techniques can have […]

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The Relationship Between Dental Health and Heart Health

Posted by on June 30, 2020

While there is much to be discovered about the surprising relationship between heart health and dental hygiene, the facts that are forthcoming are fascinating! Self Magazine: “Gum Disease Is No Joke” The ADA and SELF MAGAZINE came out with an article titled “Gum Disease Is No Joke!” Stating that information from the Centers for Disease Control […]

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IV Sedation Dentistry Q&A

Posted by on May 20, 2020

Overview of IV Sedation Dentistry from a Certified RN Anesthetist Here are responses to some of Main St Dental’s IV sedation dentistry frequently asked questions. If you have any further questions or for quick help, please call our offices. What is Sedation Dentistry? Sedation or sleep dentistry is the application of anesthetics to not only […]

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Dental Emergencies: FAQs about the Most Painful Dental Problems

Posted by on April 13, 2020

Special note during the COVID-19 crisis: Main Street Dental is still here for your dental emergencies. We have procedures in place to ensure the health and safety of our patients and staff. You don’t need to wait until quarantine is lifted or go to the ER to solve your dental emergency. Click here for more […]

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General Teeth Care & General Dentistry: Frequently Asked Questions

Posted by on March 27, 2020

General dentistry can be a difficult thing to manage (for kids and for adults) – from anxiety to misinformation, your teeth can be a hard thing to take care of well. Our hope is that this article will be of some help in addressing those issues. Here are some of Main St Dental’s more frequently […]

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Kids and the Family Dentist: Frequently Asked Questions

Posted by on February 20, 2020

General dentistry can be a difficult thing to manage for adults. Getting your kids off to a good start with their dental health is often even more difficult – but it is also even more important. Build habits that help their teeth for a lifetime. Here are some of Main St Dental’s more frequently asked […]

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