Tag: Dentist Rochester MN

How many times have you been on vacation and arrived only to find that you forgot ……….. your toothbrush! This problem can be solved by making a quick trip to the store in some situations, but to avoid the hassle we have put together a quick guide to cover all of your travel dental needs. First and foremost, you need a toothbrush. To be more specific a travel toothbrush is most convenient, commonly being small enough to fit in your travel pack. Whether a travel brush, or regular sized brush, a cover or case is an efficient way to keep Read More →

We love to see all kinds of SMILES! We hope you enjoy our list of quotes about your SMILE. ** Peace begins with a SMILE. ~ Mother Teresa ** Every time you SMILE at someone, it is an action of love, a gift to that person, a beautiful thing. ~ Mother Teresa ** Today, give a stranger one of your SMILES. It might be the only sunshine he sees all day. ~ Jackson Brown, Jr. ** A SMILE is a curve that sets everything straight. ~ Phyllis Diller ** Wrinkles should merely indicate where SMILES have been. ~ Mark Twain ** Don’t cry because it’s over, SMILE because Read More →

How is radiation measured? Radiation is measured in units called Sieverts. Because of the small amount of radiation emitted during dental x-rays, it is measured in MicroSieverts (one millionth of a Sievert). Many patients are concerned about the amount of radiation we get from dental x-rays, so we’d like to give you something to compare this to. How much radiation is significant? Doses of radiation below 100,000 MicroSieverts indicates that risks of health effects are either too small to be observed or are nonexistent. The bitewing x-rays we take are only 0.03% of this amount! The potential health risk from dental Read More →

We asked our hygienists here at Family Dentist Tree how your pregnancy can affect your oral health; here is what they said: “You may experience some changes in your oral health during pregnancy. The primary changes are due to a surge in hormones that can cause your gums to exaggerate a normal reaction to plaque. Changes in your hormone levels can cause swollen gums that bleed during brushing and flossing (pregnancy gingivitis). If plaque isn’t removed daily, it can eventually harden into tarter and may increase your risk of gingivitis. If your gingivitis was diagnosed prior to your pregnancy, the Read More →

With so many types of toothpaste out there such as tartar control, whitening, sensitivity, cavity prevention, and many more, it can be difficult to know what’s right for you! We are often asked by our patients what types we suggest they use. Here are some basic recommendations, but it is always a good idea to consult your dentist or hygienist about what may be best for you. It can be difficult to know what type of toothpaste is right for your child. Children who are unable to spit toothpaste out after brushing (ages 0-3) require a rice sized amount of Read More →

The standard in dental permanent crowns has changed dramatically in the last five years. The most durable and natural looking, tooth colored crowns available today to restore your teeth can now be made and placed in a single day. What are the benefits of choosing a same day crown? In the past only a professional dental lab could make a crown, making our patients wear a temporary crown for up to several weeks. A second appointment was required to place the permanent crown. With this new technology we are able to complete your crown in one visit, eliminating the need for a second Read More →

Many of our patients ask us whether whitening toothpastes really whiten their teeth, so we asked Dr. Peters for clarification on this question. “They can to a limited extent. Whitening toothpastes have mild abrasives in them that help scrub away surface stains. The key here is that whitening toothpastes only work on the surface of teeth. They won’t whiten the inside of the tooth where most of the pigment is. You may notice a mild whitening of your teeth when you first switch to a whitening toothpaste, but after the surface stain is removed, you probably won’t get any additional Read More →

Your child’s first visit is an important one, but at what age should you bring your child in for his/her first visit? Three years old is a good time to bring your child in for his/her first dental visit. At this age many of the baby teeth have come in and should be examined. It’s always a great idea to schedule a dental appointment for your children before there are suspected problems. Let’s face it, dental offices can be scary places and most children need a couple easy visits before they will be comfortable enough to handle even a simple filling. Read More →

Welcome to Family Dentist Tree’s blog! As a dental office serving the Rochester, MN community, we want to make sure you have the tools and information you need to stay up-to-date with your dental health. Visit our blog as often as you’d like to find information about procedures, dental news, what’s happening around Family Dentist Tree, and more! Our website also offers information for our new patients, staff biographies and photos, and our services at https://www.familydentisttree.com/.