Finally, a way to replace missing teeth with natural looking and feeling teeth. But can anyone get dental implants? Read our blog to find out.
5 Myths About Root Canals
Just hearing the words “root canal” can be enough to make most people cringe. The mental image of a root canal patient holding a grossly swollen jaw while groaning with pain has been perpetuated by movies, television, and cartoons. But is that the true picture of modern-day root canal treatment? Here are five commonly believed […]
Options for Missing Teeth – Which is Right For You?
There are many options available to replace missing teeth. Which is the right option for you? We examine the pros and cons of the three most common options.
Sleep Apnea: Is It a Big Deal?
Sleep apnea is much bigger than snoring. It can lead to serious health risks, including death. Read our blog to learn the symptoms and how we can help.
Sleep Disorders and Dentistry in Portland, Oregon
It’s March, and that means it is National Sleep Awareness Month. Our team of Dentists in Portland are determined to make sure we all understand the importance of good sleep! In this article by Michael Simmons, DMD entitled Not So Golden Slumbers? Learn How Your Dentist Can Help! It really lays out the importance of […]
The Tooth Fairy Didn’t Show Up – and 10 Other Reasons to Consider Dental Implants
As a kid, remember how excited you were for your new “grown-up” teeth to arrive? If you’ve lost teeth or are at risk of losing teeth, you can experience that excitement again! Dental implants are the closest thing to your natural teeth, and most patients with one to several missing teeth are good candidates for […]
Headaches and Migraines; How Dental Treatment can help!
How a Neuromuscular Dentist Can Help with Headache Treatment, Solutions and Relief Headaches are one of the most common symptoms of a TMJ (temporomandibular joint) problem. Tension headaches are the most common type of headache, and the TMJ headache is a tension type of headache. It is often described as a feeling of wearing a hat two […]
Dental Implants – A Great Option!
How comfortable would you feel submitting to an exciting, beneficial procedure that boasts a 95% to 98% success rate and is able to last your lifetime? If you’re among the millions of Americans who’ve suffered tooth loss, dental implants is a treatment option you don’t want to ignore! We are happy to offer dental implants […]
Dental Implants Are Worth It! Portland’s Dental Case of the Month- May
Portland resident Brian Suher talks about his experience with Dental Implants: “When recently faced with a decision regarding the options available following the extraction of an infected tooth, I felt fortunate that my long time dental office- Smiles Northwest- was able to offer me sound advice as to the possible restoration options. I evaluated all […]
Sedation Dentistry, Portland Dental Case of the Month- February
Dental Anxiety and Sedation Dentistry- Portland Dental Case of the Month- February Going to the dentist can be a nerve wrecking experience, especially if you are among the thousands of people suffering from dental anxiety in the Portland area. To help with any apprehension you may have, we offer sedation dentistry as an option for […]