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 »
Posts Tagged: periodontal disease
Dental Care is Vital During Pregnancy
Are you pregnant? Do you want to do everything you can to keep your unborn child healthy and safe? If you do, you aren’t alone—but did you know that practicing good oral hygiene plays a major role in accomplishing this goal? You see, when women get pregnant, their hormone levels rise, increasing the likelihood of… 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 »
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 »