What to Do in Case of a Dental Emergency: Expert Advice
Dental emergencies can happen at any time. Knowing what to do can make all the difference in saving your tooth and preventing further damage.
Oral Health
Should I Get My Teeth Whitened?
At Ballard Dental Arts in Seattle, we see your smile as a canvas for artistic transformation. We prioritize your dental health while enhancing your smile’s aesthetic beauty, boosting your self-esteem. Our doctors use their artistic flair and extensive experience to skillfully apply treatments like Teeth Whitening or Veneers. We can tweak, adjust, or completely rebuild … Read more
Do You Need to Go to the Dentist Every Six Months? Debunking the Myth with Ballard Dental Arts
Exploring the myth of going to the dentist every six months Visiting the dentist is a topic that often evokes mixed feelings among individuals. While some people diligently adhere to the recommendation of scheduling dental appointments every six months, others question the necessity of such frequent visits. Ballard Dental Arts, a dental clinic committed to … Read more
Tips for Keeping Teeth Healthy Longer
Medical technology advancements have extended our lifespans. By 2030, Baby Boomers will all be 65 or older, comprising 20 percent of the population. As we age, we must prepare for potential oral health issues. Understanding what to watch for and how to maintain our health can make these years some of our best. As we … Read more
Autoimmune Series: Oral Health Impact of Psoriasis
Exploring the Oral Health Impact of Psoriasis This month, we will focus on a well-known autoimmune disease that affects 8 million Americans and more than 125 million individuals worldwide: psoriasis. Psoriasis occurs when skin cells reproduce too quickly due to an immune response. When the body fails to shed these excess cells, it leads to … Read more
Tips for Tooth Whitening
Summer is upon us and many people are starting to think about whitening their teeth. Although there are certain considerations to be made, almost anyone can whiten their teeth. We have several different options here at Ballard Dental Arts. This month we’ll focus on those options and the safety of tooth whitening. Is it safe … Read more
Autoimmune Series: Oral Health Impact of Rheumatoid Arthritis
Exploring the Oral Health Impact of Rheumatoid Arthritis We kick off a new blog series here at Ballard Dental Arts! For the rest of 2019, we will highlight different autoimmune diseases bimonthly and discuss their impacts on oral health and vice versa. Autoimmune diseases affect many systems of the body, causing the body to attack … Read more
Top 5 Reasons to Choose Dental Implants
Teeth require extraction usually for one of two reasons; either due to extensive decay or due to bone loss resulting from periodontal disease. Since nearly half of our adult population struggles with periodontal disease, it’s not surprising that nearly 178 million Americans are missing at least one tooth. Combined with the fact that about 40 … Read more
The Truth: Oral Health Effects of Methamphetamine
Drug Addiction and Oral Health This month, we’re focusing on a difficult subject: drug addiction. The rising rates of drug addiction in our country are heartbreaking, especially when a loved one struggles with addiction. As dental professionals, we look for oral signs of drug abuse during examinations. While it may be a tough conversation, it’s … Read more
The Mouth to Heart Relationship: Oral Health & Heart Awareness
Oral Health and Heart Awareness in February Many people associate February with hearts and Valentine’s Day. In the medical/dental world, we focus on American Heart Awareness Month. We’ve often emphasized that oral health links to overall health. Most individuals treat their mouth separately from the rest of their body, not realizing that oral health significantly … Read more