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How Does Well Water Affect Teeth?

February 6, 2023Dakota Dentalfamily dentists, good oral health, Healthy Teeth

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…

PRESS RELEASE: Dakota Dental Helps Patients Keep their Teeth Shiny and Bright This Holiday Season

December 15, 2017Dakota Dentalfamily dentists, Healthy Teeth, Preventative Dental Care

Stress, sugary treats and staining beverages can make the holiday season less than merry for patients’ teeth. The family dentists at Dakota Dental give a list of dental pitfalls and how patients can avoid them this holiday season. Sugar may be one of the most obvious grinches of the holiday season. Bacteria in the mouth…

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What are the Top Rated Toothpastes?

August 25, 2017Dakota Dentalbest toothpastes, family dentists, toothpaste

Mint-flavored, whitening, tartar control and more – with so many different toothpaste options out there, it can be hard to tell if one toothpaste is better than another. A common denominator for any good toothpaste is that it has fluoride in it. Fluoride is crucial in fighting cavities, so it’s a must to have in…

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Little Known Truths About Baby Teeth

May 19, 2017Dakota Dentalchildren dentistry, childrens dentist, family dentists

To some people, children’s baby teeth might seem like “training teeth.” However, taking care of baby teeth does matter! Even though they may be little and temporary, taking care of these teeth is a vital part of your child’s health. There are several myths regarding children’s dental health, and Dakota Dental wants to bust these…

Dakota Dental Announces New Special: $79 Appointments for New Dental Patients.

March 24, 2017Dakota Dentaldental appointments, family dentists, low anxiety dentistry

Dakota Dental family dentists in Apple Valley, MN is excited to announce they are now offering a special promotion for $79 appointments for new patients. These appointments include a comprehensive exam, all necessary x-rays, and a complimentary consultation. “We want to give everyone the opportunity for quality dental care,” says Dr. Shelley Wakefield. “So many…

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Avoiding Toilet Mouth: Why Falling Asleep Without Brushing Your Teeth is a Bad Idea (and Really Gross)

October 7, 2016Dakota Dentaldental preventive care, family dentists, taking care of your teeth

We’ve all been there: going to bed way later than we should, exhausted, and wanting to fall into bed without washing our face, changing clothes, or brushing our teeth. If you’re going to brush your teeth in the morning anyway, it can’t really be all that bad to skip brushing at night, can it? “Going…

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Why Brush Twice a Day?

September 30, 2016Dakota DentalDental Health Issues, family dentists, How To Clean Your Teeth

If you’ve ever skipped brushing your teeth in the morning or at night, you’re not alone. Though it’s clear that regularly brushing your teeth has plenty of benefits – from freshening breath to preventing tooth decay — is there really that big of a difference between brushing once-a-day and twice-a-day? As it turns out, yes!…

Dakota Dental Announces Tips for Starting Healthy Oral Practices with Kids

June 9, 2016Dakota Dentaldentistry for children, family dentists, Importance of Dental Health

Bad habits can be hard to break and good habits can take a while to form but it’s never too early to break old habits and start new ones. The family dentists at Dakota Dental encourage kids to start the habits of good oral health as soon as they can. According to the Centers for…

What Type of Toothbrush is Best for You?

April 22, 2016Dakota Dentalcommunity dental care, family dentists, gum irritation

It’s time for a new toothbrush. You run to the store, thinking you’ll grab one and go home. But when you’re in the oral health aisle, there are dozens of options. Different toothbrush head sizes, bristle hardness; electric or manual? Choosing the right characteristics in a toothbrush may make brushing more comfortable and most importantly,…

Something to Smile About: February is National Children’s Dental Health Month!

February 19, 2016Dakota Dentalchildren’s dental services, family dentists, pediatric dentistry

Flossing, brushing, and how to clean your teeth – while we all know these are very important topics, they’re not always the easiest to get kids, preteens, and teenagers excited about. So to get kids to care about having healthy teeth, you need to be a little creative. To help with this, each February, The…

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