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Take Your Pick!
posted: Sep. 24, 2024.

Before electric toothbrushes, before dental floss, before fluoride rinses, in fact, before recorded history, people who cared about their dental health had one primary tool—the toothpick. Ancient bronze toothpicks, bejeweled Read more
How effective is whitening toothpaste?
posted: Sep. 17, 2024.

The American Dental Association encourages you to brush your teeth twice a day with fluoride toothpaste to prevent dental problems such as tooth decay, bad breath, sensitive teeth, and gingivitis. Beyond Read more
The Perks of Dairy
posted: Sep. 10, 2024.

We all remember hearing this: “Finish your milk, it’s good for your bones!” If you have kids of your own now, you may catch yourself repeating many of the things Read more
Summer Smiles
posted: Sep. 03, 2024.

The “Back to School” ads are out already? Halloween candy’s showing up in stores? Just a minute—summer isn’t quite over yet! While the days are still warm, let’s look at Read more
The Purpose of a Dental Crown
posted: Aug. 27, 2024.

A dental crown, otherwise known as a cap, covers an infected tooth and can vary in function, depending on the position of the tooth. Crowns cover all the visible parts Read more
Is Your Broken Tooth An Emergency?
posted: Aug. 20, 2024.

When you chip a tooth badly, it can be a very nerve-wracking situation. the doctor and our team want to provide you with some information that can help if you Read more
Solutions for Dry Mouth (Xerostomia)
posted: Aug. 13, 2024.

Dry mouth, or xerostomia, is a common side effect of many medications. It can also be a side effect of cancer treatments, or the result of certain auto-immune diseases. the Read more
Dangers of Thumb Sucking
posted: Aug. 06, 2024.

It’s common for children to suck their thumb at a young age. the doctor and our team want you to understand the potential issues that can surface down the road Read more
Brushing Mistakes You Don’t Know You’re Making
posted: Jul. 30, 2024.

It’s great that you’re enthusiastic about your dental health! Here are some tips from the doctor and our team to make sure you are getting the most out of your Read more
Do You Have an Ageless Smile? Let Us Help You Keep It!
posted: Jul. 23, 2024.

In your golden years, you’ve become a pioneer in tooth care. Yours is probably the first generation in history that can expect to keep most of their natural teeth for Read more
Stress and Your Oral Health
posted: Jul. 16, 2024.

Stress symptoms—which include high blood pressure, severe aches, and insomnia—may be affecting your health, even though you might not realize it. You may think illness is the culprit when in Read more
Care for Your Dentures
posted: Jul. 09, 2024.

Just like natural teeth, the doctor will tell you that dentures have a tendency to get coated with plaque, which is a sticky, transparent film that attracts food and bacteria. Read more
Summer Dental Health? Get into the Swim of It!
posted: Jul. 02, 2024.

On a sizzling hot day, there’s not much that makes us happier than heading to the water for a quick swim, some gentle laps, or even a rousing game of Read more
Ten Fun Things to Do with Your Old Toothbrush
posted: Jun. 25, 2024.

the doctor and our staff recommend that you replace your worn-out, germy toothbrush with a new one every three months. But most people either forget or resist getting rid of Read more
Most Valuable Dental Treatments
posted: Jun. 18, 2024.

At Jason R. Nelsen, DDS, PLLC, we work to find a dental plan that will work best and most effectively for you. But we’ve found that three treatments tend to Read more
Eco-Friendly Toothbrushes
posted: Jun. 11, 2024.

When it comes to dental hygiene, “going green” is not the first phrase that comes to mind. But if you are brushing properly, you are also replacing your toothbrush every Read more