While a toothache could sometimes be related to sinus or allergy issues, or simply changes in elevation, a persistent ache in one or more teeth could point to the presence of a cavity or possibly even an infected tooth! In today’s blog, your Baxter, MN, dentist talks about the causes of a toothache, and when you should see our team for an emergency visit!
Being home means bored kids, and bored kids love sugary snacks and forgetting things like brushing and flossing their teeth. However, since preventive treatments from your Baxter, MN, are not available at the moment, as we’re only offering emergency care, you need to make sure your kids continue to care for their smiles from home!
We’re currently closed for general, preventive, and cosmetic treatments, but our team is still providing emergency dentistry for our patients in Baxter, MN, and surrounding communities. But what is a dental emergency, and when should you contact our team to discuss possible treatment? What steps do we take to ensure your health and safety when you visit our office?
To help slow the spread of COVID-19 and protect members of our community, our office is closed for preventive and cosmetic treatments. However, we’re still available for emergency care on a case-by-case basis! But just because you’re stuck at home, doesn’t mean you should ignore your smile’s health. In today’s blog, your Baxter, MN, dentist looks at how to protect your smile from home.
Keeping your teeth safe and healthy is a daily responsibility. The choices that you make and the habits you adopt on a daily basis can influence the longevity of your teeth. Good habits reduce your risk for cavities, while some bad habits can actually make you more prone to tooth decay and gum disease. It’s important to take stock of the little things that you’re doing on a daily basis that directly influence your oral health. To help you out between dentist visits, here are 3 bad habits you can kick to improve the health of your teeth. (more…)