Run your tongue along the gumline behind your lower front teeth. Do you feel a ridge? This is probably tartar or dental calculus. Even if you brush and floss regularly, plaque and tartar can gradually accumulate. If not removed, these bacteria-breeding substances cause the gums to become irritated and swollen. Eventually, the gums become detached…
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Affordable Tooth Whitening

One of the easiest and most affordable ways to enhance your smile is to have your teeth whitened. There are several options when it comes to tooth whitening systems. You can choose from a selection of over-the-counter tooth whitening products at your local drug store, or you can count on Alaska Premier Dental Group. Your…
Schedule Your Coronation

We treat all of our patients royally here at Alaska Premier Dental Group, but some of them receive actual crowns. We’re not talking about crowns a king or queen wears, but crowns for your teeth! If you live near Wasilla, Alaska Premier Dental Group is the best place to get your teeth looking better than…
Tooth Whitening For A Whiter Smile

When it comes to cosmetic dentistry in Anchorage, tooth whitening is one of the easiest and most rewarding procedures. There are a lot of tooth-whitening options for those of us in the Wasilla area. How do you find a good tooth-whitening procedure in Anchorage? Visiting your local Anchorage dentist is a good start! Whitening your…
Saving Teeth at Alaska Premier Dental Group in Anchorage

When a tooth is threatened by acute decay, periodontal disease, or damage from an injury, a skilled dentist or endodontist must make a judgment call concerning the course of treatment. If the pulp of the tooth is infected or inflamed, a root canal is usually the only way to save the tooth. At Alaska Premier Dental…
Not Happy With Your Gums? Ask About Contouring

Some Wasilla and Anchorage dental patients at Alaska Premier Dental Group who are interested in a full smile makeover might want to consider gum contouring. This cosmetic dentistry procedure is helpful for people who feel that their gums rest too low or too high on their teeth. If you feel that your gums cover too…
A Dentist’s Perspective on Chewing Gum in the Wasilla Area

Chewing gum has been a favorite pastime for many, but when it comes to oral health, the question arises: Is it good or bad for your teeth? At Alaska Premier Dental Group, we have a mission to serve the residents of Anchorage, Alaska, and the Wasilla area with a professional level of care and comfort.…
Adult Dental Health for Anchorage Smiles

At Alaska Premier Dental Group, our goal is to prevent dental problems and keep our patients’s smiles healthy and beautiful. We provide general and family dentistry at our Anchorage dental practice. Adult Dental Health As a general and family dental practice, we have been treating patients of all ages since 1997. An interesting (and sad)…
Top 5 Do’s And Don’ts Of Dental Hygiene

Vigorously scouring your teeth and gums until your gums recede and expose parts of your tooth you don’t want vulnerable. Alaska Premier Dental Group wants to deliver some uncomplicated tips for oral hygiene. 1. Do… remember you are just cleaning the plaque away before it turns to tartar. A gentle toothbrushing at the appropriate angle…
Are All Carbs Created Equal?

Hello, I am dentist Brian Kruchoski of Alaska Premier Dental Group in Anchorage. Today, we are focusing on diet and oral health. I’m sure you brush and floss regularly and hopefully, visit your dental practice for required cleanings, but did you know that making small but important changes to your diet can improve your oral…