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3 Point Checklist Before Your Dental Consultation
Looking for a dentist in Fargo, North Dakota 58104 because you’re losing the battle with buildup, chipped teeth, tooth pain, stains or decay? I’m Dr. Jeff Harrie with Designer Smiles since 1996. This article offers 3 steps to take before you arrive at our office for a...
Keep Your Teeth Safe In Fargo
Hopefully you are one of many health-conscious Fargo residents who is finding ways to get outside or to the gym and get moving. There has been an explosion in the variety of activities offered by personal trainers, all-purpose Fargo gyms, specialty facilities, and...
Why Aren’t You Smiling?
Hello, I'm Dr. Dennis Hetland DDS. My dental practice is called Designer Smiles. We are located at 3525 25th St S in Fargo (58104), and you can reach us by calling 701-298-9400. You can probably imagine why I look at smiles everywhere I go in the Fargo area. Whether I...
Into The Thick Of It – The Skinny On Toothpaste
Welcome to our blog, Fargo! I’m thrilled with how much I have to share with you about toothpaste and oral hygiene in the short time we have together. Enjoy! Why does toothpaste seem gritty? The abrasive nature of toothpaste is to aid in removing dental plaque and food...
Tooth Brushing Basics For Healthy Smiles In Fargo
Why should everyone in Fargo brush at least twice a day? Let's take a look at why this is so important. Brushing and flossing is the best way to prevent decay. Brushing with fluoride toothpaste and carefully flossing removes the food from our teeth and inhibits the...
Affordable Fargo Cosmetic Dentistry
Will your North Dakota dental insurance cover Fargo cosmetic dental procedures? Many Fargo dentistry patients assume their dental insurance won’t cover any cosmetic dental procedures. This is probably true for tooth bleaching in Fargo or first time dental bonding....
Smile Makeover Questions Answered At Designer Smiles
Even some Fargo people with top notch oral health want to improve specific components of their smile. Though proper brushing is critical for healthy teeth, it won’t re-contour a gumline or repair a chipped tooth. A cavity-free mouth may still have stained or slightly misaligned teeth.
How Can You Improve Your Smile Quickly?
Patients who receive porcelain veneers appreciate the less-invasive process of enhancing their smile. Newer techniques require no removal of healthy tooth enamel.
Pregnancy And Oral Health In Fargo
In today’s Designer Smiles blog we will discuss how pregnancy impacts your dental health. I am Dr. Jeff Harrie and I want all expectant North Dakota mothers to realize the importance of good oral hygiene during pregnancy. Because of the changes going on in a pregnant woman’s body there are potential dental health issues that may arise.
Do Veneers Make Teeth Look Bigger?
A well-designed veneer does not make your tooth look larger – unless you want it to. A veneer can correct many cosmetic dental problems and is a minimally invasive restoration.