Tooth Protection and Winter Sports
Just because it’s cold out there doesn’t mean you’ll give up keeping fit and active! Winter is the season for some of our favorite team sporting activities, and when you’re donning your protective gear, don’t forget to protect your teeth as well. Basketball This sport actually tallies one of the highest counts of dental injuries. […]
A Brighter Smile for the New Year
The beginning of a new year is the perfect opportunity for a fresh start for you and your smile. At Palo Cedro Family Dentistry, a brighter smile is quick and easy! Given the latest in whitening technology, whiter teeth are only an appointment away. Teeth whitening is a safe, quick, and inexpensive way to create […]
Why Visiting the Emergency Room for Your Dental Problem isn’t a Good Idea
Emergency rooms are for emergencies, so before you head to the hospital because of a dental problem, you need to ask yourself this question: Is what you’re experiencing really a medical emergency? While emergency room visits for dental related issues are on the rise across the United States , they’re not necessarily the best solution […]
Is a Lost Tooth a Lost Cause?
We’re used to seeing athletes wearing mouthguards at practice or play, because dental trauma is one of the most common (and predictable) sports injuries. But it’s not just athletes who are at risk, and there are some events in our daily lives that we just can’t predict. Car accidents, falls, workplace injuries, even innocent playground […]
‘Tis the Season—for Healthy Dental Choices!
It might be the most wonderful time of the year, but if you’re dashing through the snow to an emergency dental appointment, you’re not feeling very jolly. And post-holiday, no one wants to start off their New Year’s Resolutions with “Get Cavities Filled.” How to survive the sweetest of seasons with enamel and fillings intact? […]
What type of toothpaste is right for you?
Toothpaste no longer comes in simple choices of fluoride and fresh breath. Paste is not even the only option! You can choose gel forms and even some with ribbons of color and flavor. With so many varieties available, it may be difficult to know which features or combinations of ingredients are best for your mouth. […]
Thanksgiving Trivia
At Palo Cedro Family Dentistry we love learning trivia and interesting facts about Thanksgiving! This year, the doctor wanted to share some trivia that might help you feel a bit smarter at the holiday dinner table and help create some great conversation with friends and family. The Turkey There is no historical evidence that turkey […]
What are the benefits of visiting a dentist regularly?
Your regularly scheduled dental checkups with the doctor are not just meant to make your smile prettier and healthier. Your mouth’s health has an important impact on your overall physical health as well! While you may brush your teeth twice a day and even floss, we would like to remind you that dental checkups with […]
How to Handle an Unexpected Dental Emergency
Regardless of the type of dental emergency you experience, it is important that you visit Palo Cedro Family Dentistry for emergency dental care as soon as possible. A chipped or cracked tooth requires professional attention, as bacteria may gather in these areas, potentially causing infection that could require a root canal. Remember, you may be […]
November Marks National Diabetes Awareness Month
Diabetes is a chronic disease that increases the risk for many serious health problems, including severe gum disease. November is Diabetes Awareness Month, and it’s a great time for us at Palo Cedro Family Dentistry to remind our patients that the way you care for your teeth at home doesn’t just affect your oral health; […]