Problem 1: Tooth decay Tooth decay occurs when bacteria form a sticky film on your teeth called plaque. Plaque eventually hardens and becomes tartar, which eats holes (cavities) into the teeth. Your Boise dentist recommends limiting your exposure to sugary foods and beverages, brushing and flossing regularly, and scheduling a Boise teeth cleaning and checkup…
Busy moms (& dads) throughout the Treasure Valley know life can be a circus act trying to balance carpools, playdates, errands, and jobs. Its also just as hard to find time for ourselves during all this hustle and bustle of everyday tasks often making it harder to remember to care for our teeth and gums.…
This Halloween, little ghost and goblins around the Treasure Valley will try to collect as much treats and candy and they can. Keep in mind that it’s not just our little ones that enjoy all these treats! Nearly 80% of parents admit to sneaking their children’s Halloween candy as well… But did you know that…
Everyone has their own one-of-a-kind smile! However, your teeth may have become stained or discolored over the years, leaving you feeling self-conscious about your appearance, especially when it comes to smiling for photographs. Instead, wouldn’t it feel nice to smile freely knowing that your teeth are white and free of discoloration? One of the simplest…
While flossing probably isn’t one of your most favorite things to do, it is however very important when it comes to your Boise dental health. Flossing helps to clean food particles and other debris that tend to get stuck between your teeth. Without flossing, bacteria can build up, causing cavities. While the act of flossing…
In today’s world, one of the most important aspects of modern dentistry is restoring and maintaining a patient’s smile. Not only does your Boise dental health play a huge role in your overall physical well being but your daily quality of life as well… Your Boise dentist at Summit Dental Group emphasizes the importance of…
Proper Boise dental care is important at every age, especially in our senior years. Seniors are at greater risk for developing Boise dental health issues but they can however do things to prevent these issues with proper at-home care in conjunction with professional Boise dental services to help maintain the health & look of their…
Your Boise dentist wants you to know that missing teeth can do more than affect the look of your natural smile… Missing teeth also lead to additional Boise dental problems since the surrounding tissues try to heal and adjust to the structural change. In fact, your Boise dentist says that the bone where a missing…
For parents of children who play sports, it’s imperative that precautions are taken to prevent any damage from occurring your little athlete’s teeth and mouth. According to your Boise dentist, injuries to the face that affect a child’s teeth or gums occur fairly commonly, especially for children who play extreme physical sports (like football or…
School is officially back in session! Are you struggling with the morning rush? Between waking the kids up, getting them ready, and making them a healthy breakfast before sending them off on the school bus, there’s not a minute to waste in the morning. Below are some helpful tips from your Boise dentist to help…
