If you have been putting off a dental appointment, you may be worried about what the dentist will find, how much treatment will cost, or feeling embarrassed about the time away. At Pacific Northwest Smiles, we want you to feel comfortable returning. Your first appointment gives us a chance to listen to your concerns, check…
General Dentistry
What Does an Oral Cancer Screening Check During a Dental Exam?
An oral cancer screening during a dental exam checks your mouth, tongue, lips, throat area, jaw, and neck for unusual tissue changes that may need a closer look. Your dentist may look for persistent sores, red or white patches, lumps, thickened tissue, or other changes that are different from surrounding areas. The examination is usually…
IV Sedation Dentistry in Mill Creek, WA: Comfortable Dental Care for Patients With Dental Anxiety
For many people, visiting the dentist can feel overwhelming. Dental anxiety is incredibly common, and for some patients it can lead to postponing important dental treatment for months—or even years. Fortunately, modern dentistry offers a solution designed specifically to help patients relax during treatment: IV sedation dentistry. At Pacific Northwest Smiles in Mill Creek, WA,…
Who Is a Good Candidate for Invisalign?
Categories: General Dentistry, Invisalign
A Smile So Straight, Even Your Mirror Will Be Impressed Let’s be honest: traditional metal braces can make you feel like you’re auditioning for a role in a 1980s teen movie. Enter Invisalign…the clear, comfortable, and discreet way to straighten your teeth. At Pacific Northwest Smiles, we’re here to guide you through the journey to…
Tips for Preventing Gum Disease
Categories: General Dentistry
According to the CDC, nearly half of all adults over 30 show signs of gum disease, with severe gum disease affecting about 9% of the adult population. To help raise awareness about gum disease in its various forms and how it can be prevented, February has been designated National Gum Disease Awareness Month. At Pacific Northwest Smiles, we…
Tongue Trouble
Categories: General Dentistry
Your tongue is probably one of those things you give very little thought to – until it looks or feels different than it usually does. If your tongue is sore or it just doesn’t look right, should you be concerned? Is this something you should see your dentist for? Common tongue problems The good news is that…
October is National Dental Hygiene Month!
Categories: General Dentistry
You have probably already made plans to celebrate National Dental Hygiene Month! But, just in case you didn’t know there was such a thing, Pacific Northwest Smiles would like to suggest that you celebrate by taking some time this month to look at your dental care routine, to make sure your oral health is at…
Soft Foods to Eat After a Dental Procedure
Categories: General Dentistry
We’ve all been there – wandering into the kitchen, starving, and having no idea what to eat. But after any sort of medical procedure you want to make sure this doesn’t happen, because eating nutritious food will help you heal and help you to feel better. This goes for dental procedures, too! If you have…
Is it time to have your wisdom teeth removed?
Categories: General Dentistry
Let’s face it: dealing with wisdom teeth is not one of the best parts of becoming a young adult. However, your wisdom teeth are the last to come in, and that can mean that your mouth will become crowded, which can cause other problems. Are you wondering if it is time to have your wisdom teeth…
Mouthwash: Important for your oral health or just a waste of money?
Categories: General Dentistry
You brush and you floss every day, and you visit your dentist for cleanings, too. But what about mouthwash? Is it something you should be using, or is it just one more thing to buy? Can it really help to keep teeth healthy and beautiful? Here is some information about mouthwash so that you can decide…