Most individuals know that they can go to their dentist for toothaches, cleanings, and bleeding gums (not to mention cosmetic dentistry procedures such as a smile makeover), but there are some lesser-known oral concerns that your dentist can help you with. Dry mouth...
Today’s message focuses on a very serious topic—oral (oropharyngeal) cancers. The medical community identifies oral cancers as a subset of head and neck cancers. Oral cancers can occur in the following locations: The tongue The roof of the mouth and under the...
Thank you for visiting the Designer Smiles dental blog. Today, I’d like to talk about an important but often-overlooked feature in our practice: the modern dental chair. Did you know that dental chairs don’t come from your local Fargo furniture store? An Overlooked...
Snoring isn’t just an annoyance. It can have major health consequences. What is Snoring? Snoring is caused by an a blockage in the airway. The obstruction can be caused by: Poor muscle tone in the throat and tongue—when muscles relax they can collapse onto the...
Many Fargo people could improve their smile with braces, yet only a portion are currently undergoing treatment. A common reason Fargo people delay or forego orthodontic treatment is because they believe it is a difficult, costly process requiring traditional metal...