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Is Mouthwash A Must?
If you've ever walked the aisles of any Fargo, North Dakota drugstore, you know that there are many different types of mouthwash. Some tout their germ-killing abilities, others emphasize their fluoride content, and some claim to whiten teeth while freshening the...
Is Cosmetic Dentistry For You?
Many of the patients who visit Designer Smiles have questions about cosmetic dentistry. There is some reliable information online, but there are many questions that only a cosmetic dentist can answer. New breakthroughs in cosmetic dentistry have made it safe,...
How Dental Implants Are Changing Dentures
If you are one of the many Fargo denture wearers, you know that they are not the ideal solution for missing teeth. The problems with dentures include slipping, gum irritation, trouble eating and talking, bone loss, and inability to taste food due to a covered palate....
Total Tooth Restoration
Your face is always on display for others to see. You can't hide it behind long sleeves, baggy jeans, or a hat. Many lucky Fargo residents who have received smile makeovers at Designer Smiles believe their dazzling new smile brightens their whole face. Some Fargo...
See Designer Smiles For A Smile Impossible To Ignore
Many Fargo residents consider the myriad options available to stop the aging clock. Whether it is a surgical procedure, botox, hair implants, or a chemical peel, North Dakota residents have countless choices to help them look more youthful. I am Dr. Jeff Harrie and I...
Stick Out Your Tongue!
As health professionals, we know that Fargo dentists diagnose and treat conditions of the teeth and gums, but we sometimes overlook the importance of the tongue. Have you ever considered all the amazing things your tongue can do? It helps us talk, perceive the texture...
Perfect Teeth With Veneers
Today's blog post focuses on an effective and versatile cosmetic dental procedure - porcelain veneers. Veneers are individual covers for the front part of teeth. They are an outstanding way to correct a myriad of tooth imperfections such as chips, stains, yellowing,...
Root Canal vs Dental Implant
Hello, Fargo dental blog visitors. I am Dr. Jeff Harrie of Designer Smiles. When a tooth's nerve and pulp becomes infected, a dentist and patient must make a choice of whether to attempt to save the tooth by performing a root canal or to extract the tooth. There are...
Designer Smiles Treatment For Sensitive Teeth
For those of you who feel pain when you sip your morning coffee or who cringe each time you brush or floss, Designer Smiles is here for you. Dr.Dennis Hetland has been treating this common trouble since 1996. The first line of defense against tooth sensitivity is...
Brush Up On Your Cavity Basics, West Fargo
Residents of Moorhead and Fargo use the word ‘cavity’ often when discussing oral health practices. Along with teeth whitening and other cosmetic dentistry procedures, cavities are a hot topic.