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Afraid Of The Dentist? Sedation Dentistry Can Help
If you live near Fargo and experience severe anxiety when undergoing (or even thinking about!) dental treatment, oral sedation dentistry is for you. Conscious sedation dentistry is available in Fargo. Whether it is called relaxation dentistry, oral conscious sedation,...
Energy Drink Warning For Fargo
Hello. I'm Dr. Jeff Harrie. Welcome to my Fargo dental blog. Today's topic is energy drinks and the damage they can cause to your teeth. I am seeing more teens and adults with tooth enamel erosion caused by frequent consumption of sport drinks. Most of these dentistry...
What Does A Missing Tooth Say About You?
When you meet someone in Fargo who is missing a front tooth, what does that say to you? Do you wonder if they were in an accident? Do you automatically start making assumptions about their income, level of education and overall physical health? Though it is extremely...
Time To Upgrade Your Smile?
Have you thought about upgrading your smile? Cosmetic dentistry offers many outstanding possibilities for Fargo residents. The quickest and least invasive procedure is teeth whitening. The results are dramatic and teeth whitening side effects are minimal. If your...
Just Like Natural Teeth (Naturally Perfect Teeth, That Is!)
Hello friends and neighbors in the Fargo area! Have you been searching for the right dentist to correct your crooked, stained, or chipped teeth? The team at Designer Smiles wants to end your search! We specialize in porcelain veneers, which are an outstanding,...
Are All Carbs Created Equal?
Hello, I am Dr. Jeff Harrie of Designer Smiles in Fargo. Today, we are focusing on diet and oral health. I'm sure you brush and floss regularly and hopefully visit your Fargo dental practice for required cleanings, but did you know that making small but critical...
How Long Will A Dental Crown Last?
Fargo endodontists, oral surgeons, and general dentists use dental crowns (sometimes called caps) in many restorative treatments. A crown adds strength to a tooth that has a large filling or has been injured, a crown can correct bite misalignments, and a crown is...
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....