My teeth feel great. Do I still need to see the dentist?
Absolutely. Checking in with the doctor on a regular basis—usually every six months—is essential to keeping your smile looking its best. At Palo Cedro Family Dentistry, we are proud to offer a number of preventive procedures to ensure the health of your mouth and the beauty of your smile. Your smile is just as important […]
The Origins of Valentine’s Day
When we think of Valentine’s Day, we think of cards, flowers, and chocolates. We think of girlfriends celebrating being single together and couples celebrating their relationship. We think of all things pink and red taking over every pharmacy and grocery store imaginable. But what the doctor and our team would like to think of is […]
Heading Off to College? Maybe It’s Time to Graduate to an Electric Toothbrush!
Your trusty manual toothbrush has been with you from pre-school through high school—well, obviously not the same manual toothbrush, because that would be seriously unhygienic—but it’s the kind of toothbrush you’re used to and comfortable with. Now, though, you’re off to college, and your lifestyle will be changing. Late night study sessions complete with study session snacks. […]
Aging and Dental Health
As you grow older, your mind may be preoccupied with the health of your bones, heart, or brain. However, our team at Palo Cedro Family Dentistry will tell you that keeping your teeth healthy is an equally important part of the aging process. Older adults are at increased risk for a variety of oral health […]
Whitening Before Veneers—A Bright Idea?
It’s time. You’ve decided. You’re going to get veneers. Whether it’s to repair a cracked or chipped tooth, to cover discoloration brought on by a root canal or medical condition, to fill in gaps between teeth, or for any other cosmetic reason, veneers can give you back your natural, confident smile. And now you have […]
Treating Gum Disease with Antibiotics
Why does gum disease develop? Our mouths are home to bacteria, which form a film called plaque. Plaque sticks to the surfaces of our teeth, at the gumline, and can even grow below the gumline. And this bacterial growth leads to inflammation and gum disease. When the disease progresses, the gums gradually pull away from […]
Been a While? Come See Us!
Guilt is a powerful feeling. It can keep you from doing many things, including going to the dentist. The good news is that Palo Cedro Family Dentistry is a judgement-free zone, and coming back (even after an extended period of being MIA) can be easier than you think. Our goal is to make you as […]
Make this the Year You Stop Smoking
It’s a new year, and it couldn’t come fast enough for many of us! Let’s do our part to make this a better year in every way—and you can start by making this the year you quit smoking once and for all. You know that smoking is very damaging to your body. Smokers are more […]
New Year’s Eve
Watching the clock tick down the final seconds until midnight, many of us- Palo Cedro Family Dentistry included- feel nostalgic about the passing year and hopeful about the new one to come. New Year’s Eve is one of the most widely celebrated holidays in the world, with over-the-top celebrations taking place in dozens of countries. […]
What is Remineralization?
“What is the strongest substance in the body?” If this question comes up on trivia night, be prepared to impress your team when you confidently answer, “Tooth enamel!” Tooth enamel? The reason for this surprising answer lies in the biology of our teeth. Minerals make up well over 90% of our enamel, a much higher […]