Few figures loom as large as George Washington, the nation’s first president. Amidst tales of his bravery, leadership, and statesmanship, one enduring myth persists: the belief that Washington had a set of wooden teeth. As dental professionals, we at Dakota Dental are here to separate fact from fiction and uncover the truth behind this historical…
While general toothaches hurt, an infected tooth takes tooth pain to a whole new level. Let’s take a closer look at what causes an abscessed tooth and how you can prevent this from happening or treat it if you’re dealing with symptoms. What is an Abscessed Tooth? An abscessed tooth occurs when there is an…
Now that flu season is in full swing, it seems like we are all desperate to stay healthy in any way possible. A popular tactic for dealing with flu and cold season is by having cough drops nearby at all times. But what most people don’t realize is that throat drops are a lot more…
With the New Year in full swing and millions of people trying to eat healthier, many look to find quick tips that will put us on the path to success. One term we’ve all heard from the world of nutrition is “superfood.” What is a superfood? A superfood is a food that’s abundant in nutrients…
A walk down the oral health aisle at your local Target will leave your head spinning at all the options. Fluoride toothpaste, desensitizing toothpaste, anti-plaque toothpaste, teeth whitening toothpaste, super-whitening toothpaste, micro-cleaning crystals; these all sound great, but should having good oral health really be this confusing? Factor in the dozens spearmint flavors and you’re…
Do wisdom teeth make a person wise? Or, do only wise people get wisdom teeth? Wisdom teeth, the third set of molars that appear in most people’s mouths between the ages of 17 and 25, are so called because it is assumed that people of this age will have obtained more wisdom than they would…
Halitosis. Bad breath. Whichever name you use, the result is the same. It stinks! It may seem impossible to get rid of smelly breath. Often people resort to mouth rinses, breath mints, or even gum. Yet, these do not provide a permanent solution. They only mask the real issue: poor oral health. Dakota Dental knows…
There is an old wives’ tale that says women can expect to lose a tooth with every pregnancy. But Dakota Dental has good news: this does not have to be true! During pregnancy there is a rise in hormones, including estrogen and progesterone, which can cause gums to swell and bleed. Gums in this state…
You are what you eat, says the old adage. We know good nutrition is important for our bodies. At Dakota Dental, we also believe good nutrition is important for teeth, gums, and oral health in general. Because digestion begins in the mouth, it is important to consider what goes in it. Nearly everyone knows that…
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