How to Prevent Bad Breath

Bad-breath

As we’ve all been wearing masks over the past year, many of us have gotten a lot more up close with our breath and realized that it might not smell that great. While gum or mints can be handy in a bind, they are definitely only a temporary fix for bad breath (halitosis) Many people … Read more

The link between Diabetes & Periodontal Disease

glucose test

The link between these two diseases has been studied for years and time and again a strong correlation has been found. The severity of periodontal disease increases with poor glycemic control and blood sugar levels are more difficult to regulate in individuals with periodontal disease. Periodontal disease has even been described as a complication of … Read more

Planning Ahead: Dental Work before Retirement 

retirement plan

If you’re planning on retiring in the next 5 years, congratulations! This is the perfect time to start prioritizing your dental care. Many people wait until they’re about to retire to try and squeeze in needed dental work.This can be a bad financial strategy, as many dental procedures take a length of time, and require … Read more

Do I really need X-rays every year?

Xray with Cramer Dentistry in Tumwater, WA

Annual X-ray imaging (radiographs) can be a hard subject to talk about in the dental office, with many people not understanding the importance of updating radiographs. For some, the need for X-rays is every 18-24 months, but this is not the standard. The need for radiographs is in part, based on your risk for developing … Read more

Dealing with Temporomandibular Disorders (TMD’s)

Temporomandibular Disorders (TMD’s)

A temporomandibular disorder is characterized by pain or tenderness in the temporomandibular joint (TMJ) of the jaw. The TMJ is a complex joint that enables us to chew, swallow, yawn, and speak. This joint works in conjunction with the surrounding muscles and ligaments and has a wide range of movement. TMDs can cause severe pain … Read more

Oral Care Tips for Seniors

Oral problems

Over the last 80 years the average life expectancy has increased dramatically due to advancements in medical technology. By 2030 the last of the Baby Boomers will turn 65 and older individuals will account for 20% of our population. This is great, but also presents other problems for us to deal with as we age. … Read more

Tips for Tooth Whitening

Tooth Whitening

Summer is upon us and many people are starting to think about whitening their teeth. Although there are certain considerations to be made, almost anyone can whiten their teeth. We have several different options here at Reflection Dentistry. This month we’ll focus on those options and the safety of tooth whitening. Is it safe to … Read more

Improve your Oral Health in 2019

This is my year for making my health a priority

Happy New Year! Each year many of us contemplate how we can make the new year better than the last. Many people have health resolutions at the top of their list for improvement. Most recurring resolutions include, exercising more, losing weight, eating more healthily and taking a more active approach to health. It’s great that … Read more