If you have questions about root canal treatment, then our dentist, Dr. Bryce Hanson, is more than happy to give you the answers you’re looking for. Many people have questions about this treatment because it can seem complex. So, the more you know, the better. To help you, our dentist would like to give you the answers to commonly asked... read more »
If you wish to enhance your smile through the use of a mouthwash treatment, it is always important to understand the differences between each one. Two common varieties of mouthwash are cosmetic mouthwashes and therapeutic mouthwashes. Whereas cosmetic mouthwash is mainly used to freshen breath, therapeutic mouthwash can actually kill the bacteria responsible for bad breath and even provide... read more »
When the gum tissues that surround and support your teeth are affected by gum disease, the result can be tooth loss. The cause of gum disease is the sticky bacterial film on teeth known as plaque, but the symptoms are typically painless and often don’t raise any alarm in patients who have gum disease. We want to help you keep... read more »
The human mouth and your natural tooth enamel is designed to handle the intake and processing of normal foods. Evolution has gifted your teeth the necessary hardness to bite off, chew, and process tough foods for safe swallowing. It is worth noting that introducing foreign objects like pencils and pens to your mouth could lead to one or more chipped... read more »
Water flossing uses a steady jet of water to perform an interdental cleaning of the teeth and gums, removing plaque buildup. Our dentist may suggest a water flosser if traditional dental floss is not enough to help you maintain a healthy smile. If you struggle to use a floss string, you are not alone. Many patients can’t achieve a proper... read more »
You might have heard of pregnancy tumors, but they're most likely different than what you'd suspect. With a bit of aid from our office, you can foil or treat pregnancy tumors, depending on your current oral health. During pregnancy, some women can develop "pregnancy tumors" on the gums between the teeth. Fortunately, these "tumors" are not cancerous, but rather simply... read more »
The time has come once more to improve your smile by creating a checklist for all dental damage to see if any restorations or replacements are needed to restore your smile for the new year. If you have any lost or missing teeth, is important to consider the benefits of dentures. If you are missing any lost teeth, dentures can... read more »
When the biting surface of one tooth rubs excessively on the non-biting surface of another it can gradually start to wear away some of the healthy tooth enamel. This is even more likely to be an issue if you had a minor alignment issue with your teeth that went uncorrected in your adolescent years. As the area of dental attrition... read more »
Some people might sense slight bits of reddish-pink in the toothpaste they spit out after brushing. Others notice bleeding as they floss. If you have observed bleeding gums or blood in your spit during or after flossing or brushing, you should be watchful: bleeding gums can be a side effect of periodontal disease or other serious disorders. Follow these steps... read more »
Dental implants can renovate a missing tooth and restore your smile – enough to last your entire life. Dental implants are a lovely invention in the dentistry field which was developed in the 1960s. Their durability and impressive quality made them tremendously fashionable. Dr. Bryce Hanson is glad to give you the scoop on dental implants and how they can... read more »