Sequim Advanced Dental

When it comes to your child's oral health, go easy on the fruit juices as they are high in sugar (even unsweetened brands). The residue from the liquid clings to their teeth and speeds up tooth decay.

If you need to have multiple procedures performed, dental sedation may allow all of them to be taken care of in a single visit, rather than spreading them out over several days or weeks. We will discuss the options with you so you can make a decision that best meets your needs.

Did you know that many types of toothpaste products are not approved for children less than 6 years of age? When choosing the right toothpaste for your child, be sure to read the labels and consult with your dentist if you have any questions.

Sedatives have been around and used by doctors for thousands of years. Some of the ancient sedatives included alcohol, mandrake root, and o***m poppies. Modern sedatives first started showing up in the 1800s with the creation of bromides and chloral hydrate.

Drilling is not necessarily the only way to remove decayed tooth enamel when preparing teeth for fillings or other procedures. Microair abrasion uses forced air and tiny particles (most often aluminum oxide) to strip away the affected material.

Teeth are labeled according to position. From front to back, they are the: central incisor, lateral incisor, cuspid or canine, first bicuspid or first premolar, second premolar or second bicuspid, first molar, second molar, and finally, third molar or wisdom tooth.

One of the applications of dental lasers is viewing tooth and gum tissues. A procedure called "Optical Coherence Tomography" is said to be a safer way to see inside teeth and gums, in real time.

Did you know that saliva not only protects the gums and teeth but also maintains the balance of acids in your mouth? One more thing: the average human could produce enough saliva to fill two bathtubs a year!

It sounds cheesy, but: did you know some research suggests that eating more dairy may lower your chances of developing gum disease? Good for Gouda! Cheers for Cheddar!

Have you ever heard of natal teeth? It is a condition in which an infant is born with teeth (they usually are found on the lower gums). About one child in every 2,000 births has this condition.

Cavities can be especially dangerous to your teeth and cause pain. Essentially, bacteria begins to eat away at the protective enamel of your teeth until it gets to the pulp, where the nerves are.

The sedation materials and process used during dental procedures are varied and adjusted for the individual and the work being performed. Minimal sedation allows the patient to remain awake yet relaxed, while deep sedation puts the patient to sleep during the entire procedure.