Dental Care of Vashon 
Gum Recession Even with regular dental visits and pristine home care, you may still acquire some level of gum recession. To some degree the majority of the population will eventually develop gum recession. “Gum recession is when the margin of the gum tissue surrounding the teeth wears away, or pulls back, exposing more of the … Read more
“Temporomandibular disorders (TMD) are disorders of the jaw muscles, temporomandibular joints, and the nerves associated with chronic facial pain. Any problem that prevents the complex system of muscles, bones, and joints from working together in harmony may result in temporomandibular disorder.” (Johns Hopkins) TMD’s are typically caused by injuries to the joint, head or neck, … Read more
Washington State Washington state legalized recreational cannabis use in 2012. With the increase in cannabis use since it’s legalization, we are better able to see the effects it has on oral health. As health professionals, we understand the benefits cannabis use can have to treat a variety of ailments, but we also have to educate … Read more
Resorption is the process by which a material is reabsorbed. When it comes to teeth, this process occurs when the dentin or cementum (outer) layers begin to be absorbed by the body. Tooth injury is most often the cause of resorption. The tooth could be injured by a cavity or some sort of physical trauma. … Read more
The hit Netflix series “Tidying Up with Marie Kondo” has put the spotlight on the KonMari organization method. This extremely popular show is entertaining, helpful and ULTRA inspiring. This month we want to share this revolutionary organization method with you! This technique asks the simple question; does this spark joy? The Idea is to only … Read more
If you’re planning on retiring in the next 5 years, congratulations! This is the perfect time to start prioritizing your dental care. Many people wait until they’re about to retire to try and squeeze in needed dental work. This can be a bad financial strategy, as many dental procedures take a length of time, and … Read more
Annual dental X-rays can be a hard subject to talk about in the dental office, with many people not understanding the importance of updating radiographs. For some, the need for x-rays is every 18-24 months, but this is not the standard. The need for radiographs is in part, based on your risk for developing decay, … Read more
A temporomandibular disorder is characterized by pain or tenderness in the temporomandibular joint (TMJ) of the jaw. The TMJ is a complex joint that enables us to chew, swallow, yawn and speak. This joint works in conjunction with the surrounding muscles and ligaments and has a wide range of movement. TMD’s can cause severe pain … Read more
Sjogrens is More Prevalent Sjogren’s Syndrome is an autoimmune disorder affecting the moisture producing glands. The body’s immune response is to attack these cells which causes them to stop working. This can be saliva glands, tear ducts and other organs. The issue for oral health occurs when the saliva glands are affected and flow of … Read more
Over the last 80 years the average life expectancy has increased dramatically due to advancements in medical technology. By 2030 the last of the Baby Boomers will turn 65 and older individuals will account for 20% of our population. This is great, but also presents other problems for us to deal with as we age. … Read more
