Did you know that one of the leading causes of oral health injuries in teens is contact sports? Contact sports are extremely popular amongst young adults and remain a highly influential part of a teen’s life. Even though sports can be fun, they can lead to numerous oral health risks if you are not careful…. Read more »
Posts Tagged: gum disease
Oral Disease Prevention Techniques
Oral diseases can attack your smile and alter your oral health. In fact, they can also affect the health of your entire body. For example, gum disease is a serious dental issue that has also been found to be linked to health issues like heart disease, stroke, diabetes, respiratory disease, and more. So, if you… Read more »
How to Cope with Dry Mouth
As you may already be aware, quite a few issues could cause dry mouth. Common issues include being upset, nervous, or stressed. If you find that your mouth is only dry occasionally, you probably don’t need to worry–but would you be surprised to learn that having a consistently dry mouth can actually be a pretty… Read more »
Dentistry: A History
Dentistry is one of the oldest medical professions. Dental care has changed drastically over the years, with most scientific developments occurring in the last few centuries. Dr. Timmons, Dr. Gangestad, and our team at are excited to explore the history of dentistry with you. The first text found documenting dentistry dates back to 5000 BC…. Read more »
Allow Our Professional Dental Cleaning to Boost Your Summer Smile
At Baxter Dental in Baxter, Minnesota, our experienced team is excited to get your smile ready for summer with a professional dental cleaning and exam. Our skilled dentists, Dr. Timmons and Dr. Carlson have found that regular dental cleanings and exams are a fitting complement to daily at-home oral care when it comes to maintaining… Read more »
Maintaining Healthy Saliva Production to Help Your Smile
For a healthy, beautiful smile, you will need to do more than just keep your teeth and gums healthy. The environment in your mouth depends on the health of your oral tissues, and is provided by healthy levels of saliva production to keep your mouth functioning smoothly. This means that you will need to keep… Read more »
Flossing to Help Prevent Gum Disease
Gum disease is an inflammation or infection of the gum tissue. It is caused by the presence of bacteria in plaque and tartar at the gum line. Without proper resolution gum disease can advance into periodontitis which can have a serious negative impact on the health of your gums and the roots of your teeth…. Read more »
3 Causes of Bad Breath
Bad breath, also known as halitosis, is common in many people today. Most bad breath problems occur when the bacteria in your mouth releases chemicals that have strong odors. The bacteria in your mouth can come from many different reasons. However, here are three common causes of bad breath: 1. Gum Disease: Gum disease causes… Read more »
Spook Away Cavities this Year With Proper Oral Care
Halloween is here again, bringing the shadow of sugar to your children’s dental health. With sugary sweets and treats lurking, cavities are usually not far behind. We all know the dangers sugar can have on our teeth, causing more bacteria and plaque. It can be a dental nightmare! However, this year you have nothing to… Read more »