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Become a Smile Superhero: Dental Care Tips
Transform your dental care routine into a superhero adventure! With our comprehensive guide to becoming your mouth's best defender, you will learn essential tips and tricks for maintaining a healthy, radiant smile. From daily brushing techniques to smart dietary choices, discover how to protect your smile like a true dental superhero, backed by the expert team in Anchorage, AK.

The Top 3 Benefits of Same-Day Dental Implants
If you have recently lost a tooth or are missing several teeth, it is time to get implants. Not only do implants protect your dental health, but they will bring your smile back to its former glory! It is important to get implants as quickly as possible. That's why we…

The Top 3 Benefits of Same-Day Dental Crowns
So you need to get a crown. Maybe you just chipped your tooth, lost your last crown, or experienced one of any number of dental emergencies. Whatever the case may be, you are going to want to get your smile restored as quickly as possible. Unfortunately, many dentists only offer traditional crowns…

Do I Need To Go to an Emergency Dentist? | Part II
While some dental issues need to be treated like emergencies, others can wait for normal business hours. How do you know the difference? Last month, we discussed 3 reasons why you might want to call in a dental emergency, including broken, loose, or missing teeth and crowns. Today, we're going to…

Do I Need to Go to an Emergency Dentist? | Part I
So you just chipped your tooth on a stair, lost one of your pearly whites in a hockey game, or spit out a filling into the sink... Do you have a dental emergency? Some dental problems need to be treated right away to save a tooth, alleviate severe pain, or…

Dental Veneers -- The Pros and Cons
You’re thinking about upgrading your smile with a set of brand-new porcelain veneers. Dental veneers are a great way to enhance your appearance instantly. But before you decide whether or not they’re right for you, take a minute to consider some of the benefits and drawbacks of having the treatment.…

Oral Health: A Reflection of Your Overall Wellness
Oral health impacts every aspect of your overall well being. Here are some of the parts of your wellness that are inter-linked to great dental hygiene.

Do You Really Need to Floss?
“You don’t have to floss all of your teeth. Just the ones you want to keep.” Most people follow the recommendation of brushing their teeth twice a day, but only a few follow the advice of flossing their teeth regularly. Why? Some say it’s time-consuming, and others don’t really…

Don't Lose Your Benefits
You Could be Losing Your Dental Benefits. Schedule a Visit by Year’s End. There are only a couple of weeks left until 2018 rolls around. Did you know that the end of the year is one of the most important times to take advantage of your dental insurance benefits? If…

5 Things You Can Do To Maintain Great Gum Health
Having healthy gums is one of the things that contributes to tip-top oral health and a beautiful smile. Even though brushing and flossing help in maintaining great gum health, there are other things you can do to take care of your gums. If you are looking for ways…

7 Secrets To Achieve Whiter Teeth Safely
They say that you’re never fully dressed without a smile, and what’s the best way to do it than have a bright set of teeth? Unfortunately, the majority of us really can’t maintain our teeth’s luster because of stains from what we drink, eat, and the mouthwash products that we…

Five Reasons to Consider Sedation Dentistry for Your Next Appointment
Does the thought of visiting your family dentist make you feel a little nervous? Do your palms start to sweat as soon as you sit down in the dental chair? Maybe you haven’t gone to the dentist in years, even though you know you need to. At South Anchorage Dental…

8 Effective Ways to Beat Bad Breath
Bad breath is something that everyone has experienced, and obviously no one ever really wants to have it on a frequent basis. That’s why it’s important to learn simple and efficient ways to get rid of it. Whether you’re suffering from this common…