At Alaska Premier Dental Group in Anchorage and Wasilla we understand how hard it is to avoid sweets altogether at parties and other gatherings. We encourage healthy living for all of our patients. Here are 3 quick tips to help you minimize candy intake at parties: Have a healthy snack before you go. You’re less likely…
Dental health
Take Care Of Your Toothbrush!
The team at Alaska Premier Dental Group in Anchorage and Wasilla can help keep your smile healthy. Today, we’d like to discuss the common household toothbrush. While cosmetic dentistry and a complete smile makeover seem to be all the rage these days, daily brushing is still the most important thing you can do for your…
Preventing Tooth Decay
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…
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…
ItÂ’’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…
