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Oral Frenectomy: Procedure and Recovery – With Salem, OR General & Family Dentist

Sunrise Emergency Dentist

6 days ago
2 min

Oral Frenectomy: Procedure and Recovery – With Salem, OR General & Family Dentist

You’ve probably heard the term “tongue-tied” before, meaning to have difficulty expressing oneself verbally. But here’s a fun fact: a tongue tie is actually a congenital condition, called ankyloglossia, in which the muscular tissue that connects the tongue to the floor of the mouth is unusually thick and/or short. People can be born with a tongue tie (lingual frenulum) that can cause difficulty speaking, eating, or even swallowing in severe cases. People can also be born with

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What is a Sinus Lift, and Why Might I Need One? Salem, OR Implant & Restorative Dentist Explains

Sunrise Emergency Dentist

Sep 3
2 min

What is a Sinus Lift, and Why Might I Need One? Salem, OR Implant & Restorative Dentist Explains

If you plan to get a dental implant, you might be told that you need sinus lift surgery first. But what exactly is a sinus lift, and why is it needed? We want to provide you with all the details you need to feel informed and confident as you prepare for your sinus lift procedure. Ahead, we’ll answer frequently asked questions about sinus lift surgery. What is a Sinus Lift? A sinus lift (aka sinus augmentation) is a procedure that lifts the floor of the existing sinus membrane

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What is Dry Socket, and How Can I Prevent It? Salem, Oregon General & Restorative Dentist Explains

Sunrise Emergency Dentist

Aug 16
3 min

What is Dry Socket, and How Can I Prevent It? Salem, Oregon General & Restorative Dentist Explains

After your dentist extracts a tooth, a blood clot forms to fill the empty area left behind by the removed tooth. This blood clot provides a protective barrier between the mouth and the exposed nerves and bone underneath, until the gum tissue heals and closes over the extraction site. But in some cases, the blood clot becomes dislodged before the gum tissue heals – a painful condition called alveolar osteitis, or dry socket. In the absence of a blood clot, the extraction site

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How Much Fluoride is Safe for Children? With Family & General Dentist in Salem, OR Explains

Sunrise Emergency Dentist

Jul 19
3 min

How Much Fluoride is Safe for Children? With Family & General Dentist in Salem, OR Explains

Fluoride is found in many foods and drinks, our communities’ public drinking water, and in most of the oral care products we use. It is a mineral that is found naturally in all water sources, in soil, and even in the air. Decades of research shows that fluoride safely and effectively helps prevent tooth decay by making tooth enamel stronger and more resistant to cavity-causing acids. Some still question whether or not fluoride is safe for young children – we’re here to help a

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How Does Fluoride Protect Our Teeth? Your Family & General Dentist in Salem, OR Explains

Sunrise Emergency Dentist

Jul 5
3 min

How Does Fluoride Protect Our Teeth? Your Family & General Dentist in Salem, OR Explains

What is Fluoride? Fluoride (pronounced “floor-eyed”) is a naturally occurring mineral found nearly everywhere on earth – in air, soil, water, and in many foods and drinks. Nicknamed “nature’s cavity protector,” fluoride significantly decreases the risk of dental cavities by strengthening tooth enamel. The Fluoride Discovery In the 1930s, scientists discovered that people who drank water with naturally occurring fluoride levels of or greater than 1 part fluoride per 1 million

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Healing Gum Disease with Scaling and Root Planing, With General & Family Dentist in Salem, OR

Sunrise Emergency Dentist

May 17
3 min

Healing Gum Disease with Scaling and Root Planing, With General & Family Dentist in Salem, OR

Have you been told you have gum disease? Gum disease is all too common, with nearly 50% of all American adults suffering from some stage of the disease. If left untreated, it can worsen and have serious consequences, such as chronic bad breath, deterioration of the jaw bone, tooth loss, and even heart or lung disease via the spread of oral bacteria in the bloodstream. Fortunately, gum disease is also very preventable and treatable! The first step to preventing gum disease is

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What Can Custom Mouth Guards Do For You? Salem, OR General & Restorative Dentist Explains

Sunrise Emergency Dentist

Apr 29
3 min

What Can Custom Mouth Guards Do For You? Salem, OR General & Restorative Dentist Explains

Imagine losing a front tooth due to a sports injury, or painfully cracking a tooth due to habitual teeth grinding. The trauma of the injury would be distressing enough on its own, but simple enjoyments and daily routines like eating, speaking and smiling would also be affected. In many cases, dental injury is preventable with mouth guards! Mouthguard Uses Sports & Recreation: Teeth are extremely vulnerable to damage when they are not properly protected while playing contact s

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When Should My Baby Have Their First Dentist Visit? With Salem, OR Family & General Dentist

Sunrise Emergency Dentist

Apr 18
3 min

When Should My Baby Have Their First Dentist Visit? With Salem, OR Family & General Dentist

Here at Sunrise Emergency Dentist of Salem, we welcome patients of all ages and accommodate the unique needs of every patient! We know that infants and toddlers require a special approach to dental care, and that the very first visit can seem intimidating to both parent and child. Not to worry – ahead, we’ll walk you through all the whens, whys, hows and whats about your baby’s first dental appointment! The American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry recommends that babies have

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What are Inlays and Onlays? Learn With Your Salem, OR Restorative and Cosmetic Dentist

Sunrise Emergency Dentist

Mar 31
2 min

What are Inlays and Onlays? Learn With Your Salem, OR Restorative and Cosmetic Dentist

You've heard of dental fillings and crowns, but have you heard of inlays and onlays? In the past, dental crowns were always the go-to solution for restoring teeth too damaged to be repaired with fillings. But today, there are intermediary options: Inlays and Onlays. What are Inlays and Onlays? Inlays and onlays (also known as indirect fillings) are strong, durable tooth restorations that are custom made to repair a tooth, and are great options for restoring teeth with medium

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The Link Between Heart and Mouth; Celebrating #HeartMonth with Salem, OR Family & General Dentist

Sunrise Emergency Dentist

Feb 16
3 min

The Link Between Heart and Mouth; Celebrating #HeartMonth with Salem, OR Family & General Dentist

February is American Heart Month! We all know that a healthy diet and regular exercise are great for a healthy heart, but here’s a lesser known fact: your oral health has a big impact on your heart health, too! People with periodontal (gum) disease may be two times more likely to develop heart disease compared with people with healthy gums. How are oral health and heart health linked? Two interconnected factors: inflammation and the spread of oral bacteria through the bloodst

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How Can You Prevent Baby Bottle Tooth Decay? Salem, OR Family & General Dentist Answers!

Sunrise Emergency Dentist

Jan 31
3 min

How Can You Prevent Baby Bottle Tooth Decay? Salem, OR Family & General Dentist Answers!

Baby teeth may be temporary, but they are incredibly important! They play a big role in a growing child’s speech, digestion, and social development, and also serve as placeholders that help guide adult teeth into their correct positions. And because they’re so important to a young child’s health and development, it is very important to prevent cavities in baby teeth. What is Baby Bottle Tooth Decay? Tooth decay in infants and toddlers is called baby bottle tooth decay (also c

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Why Should Your Mouth Stay Away From Diet Sodas? Learn With Salem, OR Family & General Dentist

Sunrise Emergency Dentist

Jan 17
3 min

Why Should Your Mouth Stay Away From Diet Sodas? Learn With Salem, OR Family & General Dentist

Diet sodas may be a tempting choice for people seeking to cut down on sugar and calorie intake, but the truth is that “diet” sodas may just be an empty promise. Studies suggest that diet sodas actually cause weight gain and other unwanted health issues. And due to their high acidity, diet sodas are just as damaging to tooth enamel and oral health as regular sodas. Diet Soda vs. Regular Soda for Oral Health? One might think that diet sodas are better for teeth than regular sod

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Make Having a Healthy Smile Your New Year's Resolution! Salem, OR Family & Restorative Dentist

Sunrise Emergency Dentist

Dec 28, 2021
3 min

Make Having a Healthy Smile Your New Year's Resolution! Salem, OR Family & Restorative Dentist

Have you been thinking about choosing a New Year’s resolution lately? Among the most common New Year’s resolutions are ones related to health – eating healthier, exercising more, losing weight, etc. But one important health-related goal most people don’t consider is the resolution to have a healthier smile! Why Should You Resolve to Have a Healthier Smile in 2022? A healthy mouth is incredibly important to your overall health. Numerous studies show that poor oral health is li

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Living With Diabetes? Tips To Keep Your Mouth Healthy, With Salem, OR General & Family Dentist

Sunrise Emergency Dentist

Nov 16, 2021
3 min

Living With Diabetes? Tips To Keep Your Mouth Healthy, With Salem, OR General & Family Dentist

November is National Diabetes Month, and we want to do our part in raising awareness of the effects of diabetes on oral health! An unfortunate truth about living with diabetes is that the disease increases the risk of developing a number of oral health issues, like gum disease, tooth decay (aka cavities), thrush, and more. But fortunately, it is also true that with a bit of extra TLC, you can take control of your oral health, and have a happy, healthy mouth! Diabetes and Your

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Manual vs. Electric: Which Toothbrush is Better? Learn With Salem, OR General & Family Dentist

Sunrise Emergency Dentist

Oct 26, 2021
2 min

Manual vs. Electric: Which Toothbrush is Better? Learn With Salem, OR General & Family Dentist

Do you use an electric toothbrush or a regular one? Does one type seem like it cleans your teeth better than the other? The truth is that both manual and electric toothbrushes are great at cleaning your teeth effectively, as long as they are used properly! That said, there are several pros and cons that may make one type a better choice for you over the other. Let’s take a look! Manual Toothbrush Pros: Affordable and easy to replace - Standard toothbrushes are widely availabl

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Got Chronic Bad Breath? Have Fresher Breath Every Day, With Family & General Salem, OR Dentist

Sunrise Emergency Dentist

Oct 14, 2021
4 min

Got Chronic Bad Breath? Have Fresher Breath Every Day, With Family & General Salem, OR Dentist

Do you ever feel self conscious about your breath? Bad breath happens to everyone at some point or another, but chronic bad breath (aka halitosis, or oral malodor) is a glaring warning sign that you need to make some changes to your oral health routine! Common Causes of Bad Breath The first step to getting rid of chronic bad breath is to figure out what is causing it. Sometimes the cause is obvious, such as not brushing or flossing daily. But sometimes the cause of chronic ba

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Do You Have Tonsil Stones? Causes, Symptoms & Treatments, With Salem, OR Family & General Dentist

Sunrise Emergency Dentist

Sep 28, 2021
3 min

Do You Have Tonsil Stones? Causes, Symptoms & Treatments, With Salem, OR Family & General Dentist

Have you ever seen white-ish or yellow-ish lumps that look like they are embedded in the back of your throat? These are likely tonsil stones (also called tonsilloliths), which are hardened deposits of debris and bacteria buildup in the craggy crevices of the tonsils. Tonsil stones are fairly common, and often treatable at home. Causes of Tonsil Stones Tonsil stones form when bacteria and material like dead cells, food debris, mucus and saliva get trapped in the tonsil crypts

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Are All Artificial Sweeteners the Same? Your Salem, OR Family & General Dentist Breaks Them Down

Sunrise Emergency Dentist

Aug 31, 2021
3 min

Are All Artificial Sweeteners the Same? Your Salem, OR Family & General Dentist Breaks Them Down

Are you trying to cut down on sugar? As dentists and health professionals, we definitely support that choice! But be aware: though many drinks and foods claim that they are “diet” and sugar-free, not all artificial sweeteners are created equal. But how do artificial sweeteners and sugar substitutes affect the health of our mouth and teeth? Scientists are still learning about the health effects that various sugar substitutes have on the human body, but we do know that artifici

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Why Was the Pandemic Bad For Our Teeth? Your Salem, OR Family & General Dentist Explains

Sunrise Emergency Dentist

Aug 16, 2021
3 min

Why Was the Pandemic Bad For Our Teeth? Your Salem, OR Family & General Dentist Explains

How has life changed for you in the past 18 months? Have there been any changes to your daily routines and habits? From lockdowns and temporary closures to working from home and stay-at-home orders, we have all felt the far reaching effects of the COVID-19 pandemic and how it has changed many aspects of our daily lives -- including our oral health routines. Let’s take a look at some statistics. It goes without saying that people’s daily routines changed during the pandemic. B

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What is Cariogenicity? Learn What Foods Cause Cavities, with Salem, OR General & Family Dentist

Sunrise Emergency Dentist

Jul 23, 2021
3 min

What is Cariogenicity? Learn What Foods Cause Cavities, with Salem, OR General & Family Dentist

cariogenic car·i·o·gen·ic | \ ˌker-ē-ə-ˈje-nik , -ˈjē- \ adjective producing or promoting the development of tooth decay1 Did you know that some foods are more likely to cause cavities than other foods? If a certain type of food is highly cariogenic, it has a high potential for producing or promoting tooth decay (aka caries, aka cavities). What Influences Cariogenicity? Here are the biggest factors: How long a food is kept in the mouth The physical form of the food (liqu

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