Blog - Dentist in Salem, OR

Football Season? Practice Dental Defense
posted: Sep. 02, 2025.

It’s finally football season, and whether you’re on the field, at the game, or watching at home with friends, it’s time to work on some defensive dental strategies. Taking the Field If Read more
I can't stop grinding my teeth! How can a dentist help?
posted: Aug. 26, 2025.

the doctor will tell you that while you are sleep, your mouth may be very active. If you find yourself waking up with headaches, facial pain, neck aches, or a Read more
Common Emergency Care Visits: Toothaches or abscesses
posted: Aug. 19, 2025.

Dental problems do not always wait for normal office hours. Broken fillings or damaged teeth are common reasons for emergency treatment. Toothaches and abscesses can also require prompt attention. the Read more
TMD Problems and How You Can Prevent Them
posted: Aug. 12, 2025.

Temporomandibular joint disorders (TMD) describe a set of conditions that involve trouble with your jaw and face muscles. They result from a problem in the temporomandibular joint (TMJ), which is Read more
Sunbeams and Beaming Smiles
posted: Aug. 05, 2025.

Long days in the sun’s rays offer you lots of options for outdoor activities. Beach time? Vacation? Open-air concerts? Baseball, biking, board sports? No matter what plans you have for Read more
My child has canker sores! How can I help?
posted: Jul. 29, 2025.

According to the American Association of Pediatric Density, roughly one in five children suffers from canker sores. Canker sores are small sores that appear inside the cheeks, on the lips, Read more
What are the five things I should do in between visits?
posted: Jul. 22, 2025.

When it comes to keeping your smile looking its best, good oral hygiene is a must! Good oral health habits should start early and continue throughout your lifetime. Here, the Read more
Keeping Our Teeth Healthy as We Age
posted: Jul. 15, 2025.

Decades ago, it was just expected that getting older meant losing teeth. But today’s dental practices and treatments help us defy expectations. How can we keep our teeth healthy as Read more
What exactly is a root canal?
posted: Jul. 08, 2025.

Hearing that you need a root canal can be highly intimidating. What is a root canal? It is the removal of the nerve supply from the tooth. Here, the doctor Read more
Celebrate the Fourth with a Smile!
posted: Jul. 01, 2025.

As our nation prepares to observe its birthday, we’d like to share some timely dental tips to help make celebrating the Fourth of July more enjoyable for you and healthier Read more
Teens and Gum Disease
posted: Jun. 24, 2025.

You have a lot going on. School. Sports. Activities. Family. Friends. Teens lead busy lives and have busy schedules, so you need to budget your time and energy. One thing Read more
Thirsty? We Have Some Ideas on Tap
posted: Jun. 17, 2025.

No, we don’t mean the latest foamy offering from your favorite microbrewery. When you’re thirsty, one of the best options available is literally at your fingertips—tap water, straight from your Read more
Can sealants benefit you?
posted: Jun. 10, 2025.

Molars are difficult to reach when brushing your teeth because they’re full of crevices, caves, and pits that can provide the perfect environment for decay. Sealants are the perfect fix Read more
Summer Break: An ideal time for wisdom teeth removal
posted: Jun. 03, 2025.

After your son or daughter departs for college, the last thing you want to get is a call or text to learn he or she is in pain. the doctor Read more
Digital X-rays
posted: May 27, 2025.

X-rays are a vital diagnostic tool for any dental professional. X-rays help your endodontist perform a root canal, your orthodontist check the position of a tooth’s root, your oral surgeon Read more