During the chills of winter, many of us may notice an unwelcome sensation—the discomfort or pain that seems to radiate from our teeth when exposed to cold air. Our latest Dakota Dental blog post explores the science behind this phenomenon and practical tips on safeguarding your dental health in colder temperatures. Tooth sensitivity bothering you?…
Whether it’s because of the game itself, the awesome commercials, or the big halftime show, chances are good that you’re excited for Super Bowl Sunday coming up in a few weeks! It’s always fun to get together with fellow fans to watch your favorite team and munch on game day snacks. If you’re looking for…
A new year is the perfect time to prioritize oral health, and what better way to stay on track than with a meticulously planned 2024 dental hygiene calendar? From routine check-ups and cleanings to reinvesting in hygiene goals, your 2024 dental calendar is the ultimate roadmap for a year of dental health. 2024 Dental Calendar (+…
The Dakota Dental Apple Valley Family Dentistry clinic serves the southern Minneapolis and Saint Paul suburbs, offering comprehensive dental services for adults and kids. These dental services include dental emergency services, general dental services, and cosmetic dentistry.
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…