Dental restorations are a common way for dentists to help enhance the appearance of the smile or address certain health and function concerns. Some of the more common dental restorations used by our dentists at New Smiles Dental in Sherwood, Oregon, are dental crowns, dental veneers, and dental bridges. Our team can help you determine …
The experienced team at New Smiles Dental in Sherwood, OR consults with patients to educate them in how to care for the teeth and gums to avoid the risks of periodontal disease and tooth decay. Taking care of the smile can reduce the consequences of poor oral hygiene and irreversible damage to the smile. Gum …
Many patients do not think of their family dentist helping with conditions such as obstructive sleep apnea. But you would be surprised to find out that our team at New Smiles Dental in Sherwood, OR, is pleased to provide an alternative to the dreaded CPAP machine often recommended to patients with this condition. What is …
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A fact of life is that no matter how much you brush and floss, you may at some point in your lifetime deal with a condition known as a toothache. Toothaches can happen to anyone, and they can be anywhere from mild to severe. By working with a Sherwood, OR area dentist, you can get …
Do you have a sweet tooth? You are not alone! Our bodies sometimes crave sweet foods, but many of them can be detrimental to the smile. This is especially true of individuals who do not brush and floss their teeth as directed and leave sugars and acids on their natural tooth enamel. The dentists of …
Are you still following your New Year’s Day resolution? Or have you fallen off the wagon? Regardless, one resolution you can make at any time of the year is the goal of taking better care of your oral health! At New Smiles Dental in Sherwood, OR, we educate patients regularly on the importance of good …
We are all aware of germs. They live in our environment and can be passed from person to person. With recent pandemic concerns, patients in the Sherwood, Oregon area have become even more familiar with germs and how infectious diseases can spread through the air, through saliva, and through blood. It is more important than …
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Tooth removal, or “tooth extraction,” is a common procedure performed at New Smiles Dental. Our practice, located in Sherwood, Oregon, provides both simple and surgical removal of natural teeth for patients when necessary. There are many reasons why a patient may be in a position to have teeth removed. Removal may be done to: Remove …
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Drs. Nathan Doyel, Ben Aanderud, and Whisenant of New Smiles Dental in Sherwood, OR provide solutions for patients in and around the area, including dental extractions. There are two types of extraction that are performed in our practice, including simple extraction and surgical extraction. Simple extraction is done when the natural tooth is above the …
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While natural tooth enamel of adult teeth is thick and strong, it can also be damaged by a number of different elements. For example, sugars and acids on the teeth can eat away at natural tooth enamel and cause cavities to form. Additionally, patients who clench and grind their teeth at night may also experience …
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