October is here and fall has officially begun, bringing with it Breast Cancer Awareness Month as well as National Dental Hygiene Month. This is a time to raise awareness for both and help to prevent problems by monitoring your health and being mindful of your lifestyle choices. Whether you are fighting cancer or dental problems, catching problems in their early... read more »
If you have ever lost a tooth, you might have more than just a gap between your teeth. If a lost tooth is not replaced, the bone in the jaw that supported the lost tooth starts to deteriorate. That’s because when you chew your food, there’s no more stimulation to the bone from the missing tooth’s chewing action. Over time,... read more »
When it comes to protecting your teeth, your first line of defense against tooth decay and cavities is tooth enamel, as it is the outermost covering that protects the more vulnerable dentin and tooth pulp below. Your enamel comes equipped for the job as the hardest substance in your body. However, because it doesn’t have living cells it can’t grow... read more »
When you come in for dental exams and we have cleaned your teeth and gum line and removed any hardened plaque, our dentist can look at them for any signs of trouble, such as cavities, loose or broken teeth, damaged fillings, and evaluate your risk rate of certain diseases which might also take into account your family history. We will... read more »
Have you noticed a folded piece of skin connected inside your child’s mouth? They may have a “tongue-tie” or “lip-tie” preventing full mobility in the mouth. This is more often known as a frenulum and is the result of too much tissue under the tongue or top lip. Here at Olympia Pediatric Dentistry, you can rest assured that we can... read more »
The Tooth Fairy is a mythical creature that visits children around the world when they lose their little baby teeth. She makes losing teeth more fun and enjoyable for children. If you want to help your child enjoy losing their little chompers, our dentist, Dr. Andrea Mason, encourages you to introduce them to the Tooth Fairy. When doing so, you... read more »
If you know all about children’s dental health, then you can help your child clean and care for their teeth and gums regularly, which is essential for a top-notch oral health. If you don’t know much about children’s oral health, it can lead to dental problems and even dental pain for your child. This is why our dentist, Dr. Andrea... read more »
The effects of a cavity or oral injury can reduce the size, shape, appearance and strength of one or more teeth. When it comes to restoring a tooth in your child’s smile, you can choose from many different dental restorations designed for children, especially pediatric dental crowns. You may find that a dental crown for children can effectively protect a... read more »
Do you want your toddler to have a strong and healthy smile? If so, you need to clean and care for their teeth and gums regularly. This means you need to help them keep up with oral hygiene. This might be a tough task, especially if you’re not exactly sure about what to do. So, our dentist, Dr. Andrea Mason,... read more »
If you’re not sure which toothbrush to use to clean your child’s smile, then you have come to the right blog. Today, our dentist, Dr. Andrea Mason, is happy to discuss the characteristics to look for when choosing your child’s toothbrush. When you choose the right toothbrush, you can properly and effectively clean and care for your child’s smile. So,... read more »
