by Dr. Jon Erickson | Jun 29, 2022
Everyone’s mouth is full of bacteria. Consequently, we need to brush twice daily and floss to remove it or we set the stage for gum disease. If the bacterial is allowed to build up, it will create a sticky film on the teeth. In the long run, that film can cause plaque...
by Dr. Jon Erickson | Jun 20, 2022
We all desire a beautiful smile with shiny white teeth. “Smile for the camera!” But does the thought of showing your teeth make you self-conscious? If you practice good oral hygiene habits, yet still have a dull or discolored smile, you may be frustrated and wondering...
by Dr. Jon Erickson | Jun 3, 2022
Many people want the appeal of a brilliantly white teeth in their smile. However, many are mistaken in thinking that is a single service provided by a dentist. To achieve a dazzling white smile, it’s important to maintain habits that support your whitening service....
by Dr. Jon Erickson | May 30, 2022
Why do you need a tongue? How does the tongue taste things? Is yours healthy? We’ve got all the answers and more. The tongue is a complex, flexible muscle with essential functions in eating, tasting, speaking, and cleaning teeth and the oral cavity. But it also needs...
by Dr. Jon Erickson | May 24, 2022
An abscessed tooth is a pocket of pus caused by a bacterial infection. The abscess can appear in different areas of the tooth for a variety of reasons. Patients typically experience a tooth abscess as a result of an untreated tooth cavity, injury, or previous dental...