Dental-related fear is one of the most common anxieties experienced by people of all ages. In our Sherwood OR office, we see no benefit in denying this or trying to talk patients out of their apprehension. Our job is to make sure those who choose our dental office receive the care they need to maintain […]
Spending money is something we all do on a regular basis. When we choose to spend – even splurge – we might find it relatively easy to part with our hard-earned cash. Spending gets a little more challenging when we don’t feel like we have a choice. Dropping dollars into a new car is much […]
When you were a child, did you ever imagine that you had a secret power? The creative abilities of children often put them into the role of their favorite superhero. In fact, children do seem to have a bit of magic to them: they smile. A lot. Children smile as many as 400 times a […]
Tooth restorations are a necessary part of dentistry, though one we try to avoid whenever possible. At New Smiles Dental in Sherwood, OR, we encourage patients of all ages to come in every six months for a thorough checkup and cleaning. This way, our chances of detecting dental problems before they need significant correction are […]
Snoring is an irritating problem not only for those who sleep in proximity to a snorer but also for the person who is making the ruckus. In recent years, we have become much more aware of the negative impact of snoring. However, this awareness has revolved mainly around the fact that snoring is, well, annoying […]
We all like to be treated well, especially if we suffering some type of pain. Dental pain is one example of a situation that calls for a gentle touch and efficient techniques. We are proud to offer professional services that have grown out of a (very) long history of what we’ll call research and development. […]
Many of us look at other people’s smiles admiringly. Usually, this happens because we observe straight, radiant white teeth. Who doesn’t want this for themselves? According to surveys, we see that about 80% of American adults say they wish they had whiter teeth. Furthermore, we see evidence of this wish in the prevalence of teeth […]
Parents of young children have no problem finding tips for promoting oral health in their little ones. A lot of information about early oral development exists because it is during this initial stage of life that growth happens quickly and children need a lot of help caring for their health and wellness. Over time, as […]
Long ago in a faraway land, dental techniques were being developed before any formal dental training even existed. This isn’t a fairy tale; the history of dentistry is quite interesting. Without going into great detail, all we need to say is that the way dental care has been practiced has evolved a great deal. For […]
Have you received a reminder from your dentist that it’s time for your six-month checkup, only to quickly forget about it? This scenario plays out in millions of homes across the country on a regular basis. Sometimes, it plays out for years. The process is subtle: an appointment is missed because life is too busy […]
