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NBA Player's Injury Points Out Need for Mouthguards
posted: Sep. 21, 2020.
Basketball isn't a contact sport—right? Maybe once upon a time that was true… but today, not so much. Just ask New York Knicks point guard Dennis Smith Jr. While scrambling Read more -
Your Regular Dental Visits Might Change if You've had Gum Disease
posted: Sep. 11, 2020.
Periodontal (gum) disease is as common as it is destructive. Almost half of all adults 30 and older have some form—and those numbers increase to nearly three-quarters by age 65.Fortunately, Read more -
Why the Treatment Model for Your Jaw Joint Disorder Matters
posted: Sep. 01, 2020.
Your temporomandibular joints (TMJ), located where your lower jaw meets the skull, play an essential role in nearly every mouth function. It’s nearly impossible to eat or speak without them.Likewise, Read more -
The Importance of Baby Teeth
posted: Aug. 22, 2020.
Ah, the baby teeth: those cute little pearl buttons that start to appear in a child’s mouth at around 6 to 9 months of age. Like pacifiers and bedtime stories, Read more -
Jimmy Fallon Can’t Catch a Break - Except in His Tooth
posted: Aug. 12, 2020.
Want to know the exact wrong way to pry open a stubborn lid? Just ask Jimmy Fallon, host of NBC-TV’s popular “Tonight Show.” When the 40-year-old funnyman had trouble opening Read more -
Create a Strategy to Deal with Dental Problems to Avoid Future Expenses
posted: Aug. 01, 2020.
If you have limited financial resources, learning what it will cost to restore your teeth and gums to good health could be a shock. Dental care can be expensive, especially Read more -
Crown Lengthening Might be Necessary for Seniors with Tooth Decay
posted: Jul. 22, 2020.
While tooth decay is a potential problem at any age, the risk increases as you grow older. Not only are senior adults more susceptible, decay is often more difficult to Read more -
Is Dental Treatment Safe During Pregnancy?
posted: Jul. 12, 2020.
If you’re pregnant, you may find yourself pondering decisions you didn’t have to think about before. Should you have that glass of wine… or skip it, because of the alcohol; Read more -
The Benefits of Veeners
posted: Jul. 08, 2020.
Could dental veneers be what you need to enhance and improve your smile? Does your smile currently make you feel self-conscious? Do you hide your smile in photos because your teeth Read more -
Don't Eat 'Motorized' Corn on the Cob and Other Dental Safety Tips
posted: Jul. 02, 2020.
We're all tempted occasionally to use our teeth in ways that might risk damage. Hopefully, though, you've never considered anything close to what singer, songwriter and now social media persona Read more -
A Long-Term Orthodontic Strategy Could Help Ensure an Attractive Smile Later in Life
posted: Jun. 22, 2020.
Orthodontics relies on certain mechanics in the mouth to move teeth to better positions. As the specialty has advanced, we've become ever more precise in moving teeth with braces, the Read more -
Veneers May Not Be the Best Option for Your Teenager's Teeth
posted: Jun. 12, 2020.
Just like adults, teenagers experience chipped, stained or disfigured teeth. And during a life stage where issues with appearance can be acutely painful, these defects call out for a solution.And, Read more -
Removable or Bonded, Retainers Help Protect Your New Straighter Smile
posted: Jun. 02, 2020.
The straightening process for a crooked smile doesn't end when the braces come off. There's one more crucial phase to undergo to make sure we don't lose the progress you've Read more -
What Is Causing My Tooth Pain?
posted: May 26, 2020.
With the COVID-19 cloud upon us, our staff at Olson Dental are committed to the health and safety of our Prior Lake, MN, patients, and community. When a tooth or Read more -
Margot Robbie Knows: A Great Smile Is Worth Protecting
posted: May 23, 2020.
On the big screen, Australian-born actress Margot Robbie may be best known for playing devil-may-care anti-heroes—like Suicide Squad member Harley Quinn and notorious figure skater Tonya Harding. But recently, a Read more -
3 Reasons Why Smoking Doesn't Mix with Dental Implants
posted: May 13, 2020.
If you smoke, you know better than anyone how a hard a habit it is to kick. If you want to quit, it helps to have a motivating reason—like lowering Read more
