Are you aware of foods to avoid in your diet? Although many foods can do severe damage to your waistline, we often forget to consider the damage they can be doing to your gum line. To help combat this, you can set forth an effective treatment plan to eradicate any conditions that may arise with unhealthy foods. Protecting your smile... read more »

We’ve all missed dental appointments, but there are those who haven’t been for a check-up in years. These persons are risking serious dental issues. Identifying tooth decay and gum disease early can make the difference between saving a tooth or removing it, resulting in expensive and complicated surgery to fix your smile. So, how much time should pass before you... read more »

Biological dentistry is an approach to dentistry that doesn’t function as a dental specialty as branches such as orthodontics and periodontology do. Rather, it’s a focus on dentistry as a whole that provides a mindful approach to treating the complex relationship between the mouth the body. Biological dentistry is devoted to finding the safest dental treatments that will impact your... read more »

While there are a few home remedies you can use to treat the pain associated with sore wisdom teeth, these alternatives are not sufficient to replace professional procedures from a licensed practitioner. If you try one or more of these treatments, ensure that you also seek out the support of your dentist. One of the home remedies you might deliberate... read more »

Because brushing your teeth remains one of the most important oral health care treatments you can do, it is important to make sure it is being done effectively. Not only do you need to make sure that you are brushing your teeth at least twice every day, but you also need to make sure you're using the proper techniques, methods,... read more »

When you come into The Dental Studio, Dr. David S. Peterson will take care of making sure your dental health is on track. Each appointment we schedule includes a baby bottle tooth decay visit, so you can rest assured knowing that your child's teeth are in the best shape possible. To diagnose whether your child has baby bottle tooth decay,... read more »

If you ever wanted a brighter smile, modern dentistry offers numerous opportunities to whiten and brighten your teeth. Numerous over-the-counter products exist today to enhance your smile with whitening substances, including in mouthwash, toothpaste, and even chewing gum. However, the most effective form of whitening teeth treatment is teeth whitening systems. Although teeth whitening treatment systems are highly effective, it... read more »

Tooth enamel is made from a complex matrix of dense mineral crystals. This helps your teeth to resist the development of tooth decay. However, when a tooth is chipped or fractures, the increased surface area and minute textures created in the tooth’s enamel layer can cause significant problems. If you don’t have the fractured tooth examined the treated by a... read more »

The Dental Studio practices a special kind of dentistry referred to as holistic dentistry. What exactly is that? We’re glad you asked! Holistic dentistry is a form of complementary and alternative medicine for your teeth. It emphasizes approaching dental care in the context of well-being, not just teeth. We draw from a blend of modern science and natural healing remedies.... read more »

When a cavity or dental fracture alters the biting surface of a molar or premolar it can cause significant distress, while also limiting your ability to chew, and grind food. In many of these cases, Dr. David S. Peterson can repair the compromised area of tooth enamel with a dental filling. Inlay dental fillings are often used to repair a... read more »