No Cavities? Thank Your Parents.

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At Alaska Premier Dental Group, we stay abreast of new discoveries in the exciting field of dentistry and occasionally share interesting facts with our patients. Today’s post focuses on new findings in a compelling field of research: genetic dentistry. “About 60% of the risk for tooth decay appears to be due to genetic factors.” Mary…


Should Teens See a General or Pediatric Dentist?

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Some moms and dads in the Wasilla area bring their children to a pediatric dentist. Others use a general or family dentist for every member of their household. At Alaska Premier Dental Group, we’re ready to treat patients of any age. What’s the difference between a pediatric dentist and a general dentist? Pediatric dentists have…


Optimum Oral Health Includes Exams and Cleanings

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If you’ve ever visited Alaska Premier Dental Group, you’ve probably heard the guidance to have dental visits and cleanings twice a year. Dental professionals have been advising the twice-yearly frequency for over 50 years. The American Dental Association counsels people to visit their dentist twice a year as well. Is that an arbitrary schedule? Let’s…


Best Practices For A Healthy, Beautiful Smile

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Even if you value a healthy smile, it’s easy to become a bit careless about smile-friendly lifestyle choices. In today’s article, Alaska Premier Dental Group‘s goal is for you to assess where you stand and consider whether you could step it up a notch. Committing to oral health best practices can prevent future problems and…


Seven Ways You Can Break Your Teeth And How To Protect Them In Alaska

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Your teeth are among the most important structures in your body. They are responsible for tasks such as biting, chewing, and speaking. Unfortunately, there are many ways in which you can accidentally break your teeth. This can lead to pain, discomfort, and long-term disability. At Alaska Premier Dental Group we want you to be careful…


Mouthwash Facts In Anchorage

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Hi, I am Dentist Brian Kruchoski.  Thanks for visiting my Alaska Premier Dental Group blog. In today’s post, I would like to discuss mouthwash. Many Alaska residents use mouthwash to freshen their breath and help retard tooth decay. Mouthwash should never be used exclusively though, good oral hygiene starts with thorough tooth brushing and flossing.…


Afraid of the Dentist? 5 Ways to Reduce Dental Anxiety

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Do you struggle to deal with visiting the dentist? At Alaska Premier Dental Group, we understand. Here are 5 tips for dealing with dental anxiety. Talk to your dentist There’s something about having knowledge on anything unknown that makes us feel less afraid or at least more self-assured handling the unknown. If you consider dentistry…


Are All Clear Aligners Alike?

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If you are researching orthodontics, you have probably heard about clear aligners. They offer several advantages over traditional metal braces. The most popular benefit is the fact that they are nearly invisible. Millions of people have straightened their teeth with aligners in the past twenty years since they were introduced. We’re here to help with…