Tooth decay is one of the most widespread childhood problems, and it also affects adults. Alaska Premier Dental Group in Anchorage and Wasilla wants to help you stay healthy and avoid cavities. Blame it on Bacteria Bacteria is the cause of tooth decay. Bacteria live in your mouth and merge with plaque and acids to erode the…
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Energy Drink Warning For Anchorage Kids (And Parents!)
We’re committed to providing oral health and wellness tips. Alaska Premier Dental Group in Anchorage and Wasilla advises our patients about healthy habits during every dental visit. We are seeing more and more adults and teens with tooth enamel erosion caused by repeated consumption of sports drinks. Most of our patients take good care of their teeth,…
These Snacks Are Just As Bad As Candy For Kids’ Teeth
Most parents know that candy is bad for teeth. Suckers, and other forms of candy are made mainly of sugar. Sugar creates acid that drills into enamel, and that small hole can become a cavity. The team at Alaska Premier Dental Group in Anchorage and Wasilla would like to discuss kid snacks. Because sugar is bad for teeth (and…
It’s Better To Prevent A Cavity Than Fill One
Alaska Premier Dental Group serves all members of your family as a family dentistry practice. It’s always better to prevent a cavity than have to fill one. The goal of preventive dentistry is to maintain good oral health so that no restorative dental work ever becomes required. Brushing your teeth and flossing every day is…
Healthy Living Starts With A Smile
What comes to mind when you hear the term “healthy living?” A dinner plate with a grilled chicken breast and carrot sticks? The sound of your feet rhythmically hitting the ground on your favorite jogging pathway? If you pictured a white, healthy smile or a dental X-ray showing no decay, we salute you. At Alaska…
Alaska Premier Dental Group Guide To Healthy Tooth Enamel
Tooth enamel is one of the strongest substances in the body, but the dentist at Alaska Premier Dental Group reminds you it is non-renewable. That means it is really important to not neglect or abuse your teeth. Proper oral hygiene is the first step in protecting your enamel. Even though every drug store carries hard…
Bad Breath Is No Fun
This post from Alaska Premier Dental Group takes on an unpleasant topic: bad breath. Imagine you are starting a new job and are going to meet with your new boss for the first time. Confidence is key to your success. As you reach out to shake the extended hand your broad confident smile exposes rows…
Know The Facts About Oral Piercings
This post from Alaska Premier Dental Group is for anyone who has an oral piercing or is considering one. Since this is a dental blog, you probably expect us to raise all sorts of alarms warning of the dangers of piercings. You are correct. Unfortunately, these piercings and the jewelry they accommodate can lead to…
New Parents: Educate Yourselves About Children’s Oral Health
This post from the dentists at Alaska Premier Dental Group is for new parents, or for anyone planning for children sometime in the future. An Epidemic of Tooth Decay in Young Children The statistics on early childhood tooth decay are sobering. According to the National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research, 42% of U.S. children…
Be Wise About Your Wisdom Teeth
This post from Alaska Premier Dental Group is about wisdom teeth, and issues associated with them. Wisdom teeth are sometimes called the third molars because they are the molars that are furthest back in the mouth. They are the last teeth to come in for most people, which usually happens in the late teens or…
