If you’ve ever had a cavity, chances are you’ve received amalgam fillings. Amalgam consists of a series of metals that can harm your health. Not only that, but they’re easy to spot when you open your mouth widely to eat, yawn, or sing. Luckily, new dental advances offer alternative filling materials for a better and…
“Don’t look a gift horse in the mouth.” You may have heard this saying before; it has been around for quite some time. But many people don’t actually remember where this oft-quoted dental saying came from. In fact, recently, we’ve been asked the following questions: Where does the old saying, ‘Don’t look a gift horse…
At Dakota Dental, we care about our community’s health and well-being beyond their oral health. That’s why we decided to be matching sponsors for myTalk 107.1’s Project Down and Dirty event, donating to a cause we firmly believe in, Brave Like Gabe. What is Project Down and Dirty? Project Down and Dirty is an award-winning…
If the changing leaves, cooling temperatures, and pumpkin-flavored everything haven’t tipped you off yet, Halloween is just around the corner. Sweet treats are one of the best parts of Halloween, especially for kids! But is it possible to enjoy Halloween candy and avoid those pesky cavities? How to Protect Teeth This Halloween 1. Understand How…
This old wives’ tale implies that for every baby a woman gives birth to, she loses a tooth. Today, we’ll discuss whether this saying is true or if losing teeth during pregnancy is simply a mouth myth. The Idea Behind “Gain a Child, Lose a Tooth” The commonly held belief behind this old wives’ tale…
Does sugar rot your teeth? It’s a common belief that there’s an unmistakable link between the two. Well, we’re here to tell you that sugar’s role in rotting teeth is both a tooth truth and a mouth myth! That’s because the creation of cavities is a bit more involved than just consuming mountains of sugary…
Brushing and flossing your teeth is vital for maintaining healthy teeth, but so are regular visits to a dental clinic. So why do most people avoid making dentist appointments? Usually, it stems from a fear of dental hygiene tools. Some people see a visit to the dentist as intimidating – they have a mental image…
Tooth Truth or Mouth Myth: Does flushing the toilet spread germs that can contaminate your toothbrush? Your Dakota Dental Apple Valley dentists report that this is a Tooth Truth. Let’s see why and how you can keep your toothbrush clean! Often people keep their toothbrushes in a holder on their bathroom countertop. And while this…
As dentists, we talk quite a bit about teeth: brushing, flossing, eating right, and drinking enough water. But when did you last pay attention to your tongue during your daily brushing routine? Caring for your tongue is just as important to oral health! One way to care for your tongue is to start a scraping…
The connection between drinking water and oral health is often overlooked, but did you know it can profoundly affect our teeth? Here, we’ll explore how well water can benefit and negatively affect your overall oral health. What’s the difference: well water vs. city water Well water is drawn up from the ground on personal property…